[OOC] The Land Of Odesh (A fantasy Dice/Stat based rp) REBOOT

[solamelike]

The great land of Odesh, where any adventurer can start with nothing and gain everything !
You begin your adventure by leaving your homeland and boarding a huge boat called the Saint Christopher

What will you become?
What will you accomplish?
Only you know!

How to fill in your stats

The part in Bold is the category of the skill. You do not add points to these.
On all 24 skills you have 48 skill points to spend.
The amount of points on a stat will effect dice rolls in the use of that stat using the table below
0 = D6-2
1 = D6-1
2 = D6
3 = D6+1
4 = D8
5 = D8+1

The maximum stat points placed on a stat is 5

Races and Classes
Races are stereotypical how they are usually known.
Gnome - A clever race using their brain instead of brawn. Known for engineering skill and smarts.
Dwarf - A race normally keeping to themselves. Known for their thick skin and large muscles despite there small stature.
Elf - Soft and squishy but quick and agile.
Human - The middle ground can pretty much do most things relatively well.
Orc - Strong brutish beasts with more muscle then brain.
Undead - Humans once dead arisen by strange earthly magic. Highly resilient to damage but smell and look pretty bad.

Classes
Classes will effect stats giving a +1 to all stats in a certain category (Shown by placing a star next to the category and putting in the extra points.
Warrior - +1 Strength – Sword and shield. Can be tanky, stabby or both. The melee class.
Ranger- +1 Range – Bow and arrow or crossbow. The ranged class.
Mage-+1 Intelligence - FIREBALL. There are many magical abilities. All can be achieved with the mage as long as the dice are in their favour.
Bard-+1 Diplomacy- Buff up other players with a cheery tune or make the enemy fall asleep. Uses a certain desired instrument.
Hunter –+1 Survival - Like the range the hunter uses ranged weaponry but is much more skilled in survival and bestiary.
Rogue- +1 Stealth - watch your pocket. You can be a thief or a ninja just make sure to be light on your toes.

Character Sheet and stats

Name -(Simple enough)
Race -(See above)
Class - (See above
Basic Background -(Not too much just the gist of who you are)
What is your quest? - (What do you hope to achieve? Money?, fame?, Love?
Inventory - Add some basic items here I will have to approve some but as long as they are not too OP then I will probably let you have it. (Things can be bought within game)
Other -
Hp - You have 5 points to spend distributing between health and mana. Even if you are not a Mage you can do simple magic and so mana can be useful
Mana -
Strength
-Unarmed - eg: "You punch the bartender in the jaw"
-Throwing - eg "You hurl the stool at the bartenders head"
-Melee - eg "You swing your axe towards the bartenders neck"
-Intimidation -eg "You look the bartender in the eye 'I suggest you get me a drink' you mutter intimidatingly."
Range
-Long -eg "You aim and fire the long bow at the bartender"
-Hand -eg "You load the slingshot and fire a small stone towards the bartender
-Small - eg "You aim the bow and let loose a arrow towards the bartender."
-Explosive - eg "You set off the home made stick of dynamite next to the bartender"
Intelligence
-Light Magic - eg "You slowly begin to heal the bartenders wounds"
-Dark Magic - eg "A fireball flickers in your hand and it sets the bartender alight"
-Knowledge - eg "You look to the bartender. Using your extensive knowledge you realise he isn't wearing a hair net and so legally can not serve food!"
-Perception - eg "You look to the bartender. He has a small blood stain on his left wrist which you hadn't noticed before"
Diplomacy
-Barter - eg " '1 gold piece final offer' You barter the price of the beer to the bartender "
-Charisma - eg "You look to the bartender 'C'mon you can let this go just this once right?' you say as the bartender sighs and lets you off"
-Courage - eg "Despite the bartender turning into a large spider you continue your charge."
-Leadership - eg "Despite the bartender turning into a large spider you give your comrades the courage to charge"
Survival
-Reflex - eg " You quickly dodge the large glass the bartender hurls your way"
-Crafting - eg "Luckily you fix the bartenders broken Lockpick!"
-First Aid - eg "You begin to bandage the bartenders wounds"
-Stamina - eg "You continue to climb up the sheer cliff face, your breathing heavy as the bartender is on your tail."
Stealth
-Steal - eg " You quickly pocket the bartenders keys"
-Stealth - eg "Quetly you tip toe past the sleeping bartender"
-Lockpick eg "You begin to work at the lock with your lockpick. Hoping to get into the bartenders office"
-Agility eg "You quickly outrun the bartender

The dice rolls will come from me and I will describe a scene then you will decide what you want to do and if you need to do a skill roll for the action I will do these and tell you what you got. Telling you what you did within the action

Characters
LordShyGuy = Grommak
Loremaster = Haiaen
Nyan = Lindir
Icicle = Zimnis Mekkasprocket, or Zimmysonmekkasproketitificanster the third, for short
Joegreenbeen = BamGardo Bywater

[LordShyGuy]

Grommak

Name - Grommak
Appearance

Race - Orc
Class - Warrior
Basic Background - More meditative and thoughtful than his kin, Grommak's experiences within his tribe led him to abandon his people and seek his own path.
What is your quest? - Seeks absolution from the war-torn path of his blood race though he hasn't completely abandoned their traditions.
Inventory - A necklace with a single orcish tooth; Wood carving tools; Bolas; Two throwing axes; Ten Gold Pieces
Other - More often speaks through his actions. His commanding presence can inspire fear or courage. Experienced in wilderness survival and has an iron constitution.
Hp - 5
Mana -
Strength*
-Unarmed - 5 (4+1)
-Throwing - 5 (4+1)
-Melee - 3 (2+1)
-Intimidation - 5 (4+1)
Range
-Long - 0
-Hand - 0
-Small - 0
-Explosive - 0
Intelligence
-Light Magic - 0
-Dark Magic - 0
-Knowledge - 0
-Perception - 2
Diplomacy
-Barter - 0
-Charisma - 2
-Courage - 5
-Leadership - 5
Survival
-Reflex - 5
-Crafting - 0
-First Aid - 5
-Stamina - 5
Stealth
-Steal - 0
-Stealth - 0
-Lockpick - 0
-Agility - 5

[LordShyGuy]

[Double post somehow.]

[Loremaster]

Haiaen

Name -Haiaen
Appearance

Race - Undead
Class - Rogue
Basic Background – Like many of his kin, Haiaen rose alone in a shallow grave.With almost no idea of whom he was, where he was or why, barring a strange pensant clutched on his right hand, he somehow found his way into the nearest civilized area. Amidst the panic his presence caused, he learned that he really enjoyed getting the wealth of others and that he was really good at it. Everything was fine until the law enforcement went after him and after a chase of many days and cities, without any other alternative, he boarded the first ship he saw to escape persecution.
What is your quest? – To get riches beyond his imagination through his skills, avoid dying yet again and, just maybe someday, discover who he was and why this happened to him.
Inventory - Strange pendant, a crude dirk;a light Crossbow (small); 20 Crossbow bolts; a simple brown cloak to cover his figure; 10 gold coins.
Other – Having no memory of his previous life, his name was chosen from someone else’s name he overheard while lurking around.
Hp - 3
Mana - 2
Strength
-Unarmed - 3
-Throwing - 2
-Melee - 4
-Intimidation - 2
Range
-Long - 0
-Hand - 0
-Small - 5
-Explosive - 0
Intelligence
-Light Magic - 0
-Dark Magic - 3
-Knowledge - 0
-Perception - 4
Diplomacy
-Barter - 0
-Charisma - 0
-Courage - 2
-Leadership - 0
Survival
-Reflex - 5
-Crafting - 0
-First Aid – 0
-Stamina - 4
Stealth*
-Steal - 5(4+1)
-Stealth - 5(4+1)
-Lockpick - 4(3+1)
-Agility - 4(3+1)

[Nyan]

Does your race affect your abilities in any way or is it for flavor purposes only? I'm thinking of being an elf Wizard or warrior/ranger but if i look at the description for the elf it does not seem to suit the role of a warrior.

[Nyan]

Same issue here, double post.

[solamelike]

The race does not effect stats but it would not be stereotypical meaning some people in the world may mention it.
"You sure you can carry that large sword?" They might say joking to you.
So go for it if you want :)

[Nyan]

I see. Okay well I'd also like to know about this magic thing. Since its somewhat free-form-ish combat as I imagine it to be could I like discribe the spell I want to do like for example "I wish for several duplicates of me to appear and surround the theif, all telling him to stand down and drop his weapon." Do you like choose a difficulty or something? Also would I get totally gimped if I chose to like balance melee combat with magic? (Thinking about making a spell-sword of sorts, magus if you will in pathfinder terms)

[solamelike]

I would associate a spell with an amount of Mana and a difficulty and so the harder it would be to perform, the more mana and score on the dice you would need.
But yes you can come up with spells on the spot and if they are reasonable I will allow them.
But the more powerful a spell is the worst it will backfire if failed (say if you got a one on the dice)

And if you want to balance melee with magic that would be fine, I find it best to balance most skills anyway.

[Nyan]

Okay so then ill go with a Elf Ranger or warrior who knows magic essentially. Now I would like to ask what types of magic would apply to Light or dark? Besides healing and fireballs what would other types of magic be?

And another question how is the regeneration of mana done? How limited is spellcasting?

[solamelike]

Combat spells = Dark Magic (Fireball, Ice shard, Lightning bolt, Wind Blast, incinerate, Curse Etc,,)
Defensive, healing, general spells = Light Magic (Illuminate, Shield, Buffs, duplicate Etc..)

If you plan on using magic yet aren't a mage I would suggest having a "magical item" like a ring or pendant that you would store your magical power in.

Resting restores mana, as well as potions and magical places such as special fountains, shrines and churches.

[Nyan]

Character Sheet

Name - Lindir
Race - Elf
Class - Mage
Basic Background - Lindir has been living on an hidden island named "Menel Esgar" or "The Heavenly Shores" in the common tongue with his elven kin. The island protected by numerous of illusions and magical barriers its location is near impossible to find without the proper knowledge and means to do so. Compared to their other kinsmen known to the other races, the elves living on this island see them selves higher in both power and knowledge, thus having named themselves "High Elves". Centuries he has lived among his people and for many lifetimes he has been studying the arts of magic being one of the many powerful mages on the island. But compared to the rest of his people he had something that they did not. And that was an eager heart yearning for adventure. After such a long time Lindir felt there was nothing else that he could learn by staying in his home but yet he was not content with the knowledge or skill he currently possessed, having mastered both the sword and the bow, learned to craft the magical arms, armor and equipment to the best of his ability. So despite the advice of his friends, mentors and all those he had come to know so dear he decided to leave his home. Going out on a journey in hopes of finding even more knowledge and to explore new places which he had only read about. So he left Menel Esgar and traveled to another harbor were he took the first boat he could find that traveled away from there, for once deciding to do something without thinking it through to much. He did not know why but he felt that it would perhaps lead him to what he seeks.

What is your quest? - To find something to ignite the spark of passion in his heart, love, adventure, battle, allies, enemies. Anything that could perhaps fill the void that has been growing through the centuries in his chest. To seek new knowledge and to travel further than anyone of his kind has ever done and achieve greatness to surpass them all.

Other - Lindir is calm, collected and has a rather cold and condescending aura to him. He is quite arrogant and tends to look down on "lesser beings" but even so he can be very friendly and loyal to those that he hold close and will usually help people that is in need, even tho his demeanor and personality could suggest otherwise. He is an honorable person and holds respect in high regard being very formal and elegant in the way he speaks, acts and even the way he moves around and holds his posture.

Equipment

Bag of Holding - A elegant and beautiful bag to be hung over the shoulder containing a dimensional space to hold items (or people *Looks at the gnome* ;3) if another person that its creator reaches for an item it will be near impossible to get anything without knowing what is in the bag itself.

Enchanted clothing - A noble like set of clothes (refer to picture) that may look fragile and thin but in truth it is as tough as the finest leather armor without the movement limitations or the weight the latter might have.

Mana-storing ring - A golden ring adorned with green gems and a larger one glowing faintly with light, able to store 2 points of mana when charged and holds it until the mana is used.

Elven sword - A long curved blade light enough to hold in one hand as well as two, adorned with gems near the handle glowing with magic. Enchanted it allows its wielder reach out his hand and utter a word in his mind in order to have it fly up from where ever it might be so he can then grab it.


Long Bow - A long well crafted bow made from the finest of white wood and adored with golden lines up along its length like branches.
-Quiver - A white quiver decorated much like the bow currently containing 40 arrows

Mana/Health Potion - Restores 5 mana/health if consumed. (Carrying one of each)

Magical Camp - With the summoning of a spell a tent fit for one person is summoned that sets up itself as well as a campfire burning with magical flame, that stays lit even during heavy rain. The ground if not already covered in grass gets a small circle of grass surrounding it to be more comfortable for those seated and numerous small glowing orbs dance around like fireflies to light up the surrounding area and to provide further comfort and calm. Supplies for cooking, alchemy and other tasks one might want to preform can also be called if need be, provided its only the simplest of equipment. While this camp is set up he is not able to cast his normal spells lest the camp is dismissed.

Minor items. (Stored in bag)
-10 gold Pieces (in a small pouch)
-Rope (50ft)
-Grappling hook
-Hand axe
-Crowbar
-A small dagger
-7 days worth of food supplies.
-Bandages and medical herbs
-A flute, a small harp and an elvish violin.

Hp - 2
Mana - 3
Strength
-Unarmed - 0
-Throwing - 0
-Melee - 5
-Intimidation - 0
Range
-Long - 5
-Hand - 0
-Small - 0
-Explosive - 0
Intelligence*
-Light Magic - 5 (4+1)
-Dark Magic - 5 (4+1)
-Knowledge - 5 (4+1)
-Perception - 5 (4+1)
Diplomacy
-Barter - 0
-Charisma - 0
-Courage - 3
-Leadership - 0
Survival
-Reflex - 5
-Crafting - 5
-First Aid - 0
-Stamina - 2
Stealth
-Steal - 0
-Stealth - 2
-Lockpick - 0
-Agility - 5

Finished.

[solamelike]

Oh also everyone starts off with ten gold pieces so add that to your inventories.

[Loremaster]

solamelike said
(...)If you plan on using magic yet aren't a mage I would suggest having a "magical item" like a ring or pendant that you would store your magical power in.(...)

In light of this new information and being my characters situaton I added a pendant to his CS( just writing to avoid any confusion about his equipment of now).

[solamelike]

No worries.

[icicle]

Ooh! So many delicious facts and additions! I will enjoy this story thoroughly upon its commencement.

In any case, here's my freshly edited CS.

Zimnis

Name - Zimnis Mekkasprocket, or Zimmysonmekkasproketitificanster the third, for short

Race - Gnome (tinker)
Class - Mage
Basic Background - The most inquisitive and curious of all his kin, Zimnis was fascinated by life and moving things as far back as his memory goes. His fascination with plants, toys, puppets, and other moving things culminated in the magic arts he uses religiously to date - conjuration and illusion. Unfortunately, he grew bored with the scarcity of interesting moving things in his hometown, so he cast away the traditions and customs of his people in order to seek out new and interesting creations as a nomad.
What is your quest? - To entertain, to inspire, and to create the most incredible moving things this world has ever witnessed!
Inventory - Two faceless, strung, wooden puppets, 10 gnomish candies(2 HP+, 2 MP+, 6 homemade), a rough-spun overall outfit and cloak, a pointed hat from his hometown, 10 coins of gold, and a stout walking stave with a super shiny, but relatively worthless crystal at the end.
Other - Incredibly cheerful and light-hearted. His playfulness and skill with puppetry can pacify or deter onlookers/hostiles.
Hp - 2
Mana - 3
Strength
-Unarmed - 1
-Throwing - 0
-Melee - 0
-Intimidation - 0
Range
-Long - 0
-Hand - 1
-Small - 0
-Explosive - 0
Intelligence (*)
-Light Magic - 4
-Dark Magic - 1
-Knowledge - 4
-Perception - 4
Diplomacy
-Barter - 3
-Charisma - 5
-Courage - 3
-Leadership - 5
Survival
-Reflex - 3
-Crafting - 5
-First Aid - 1
-Stamina - 2
Stealth
-Steal - 0
-Stealth - 1
-Lockpick - 0
-Agility - 5

As far as trinkets go, would it be okay if Zimnis used his wooden puppets to summon and control conjured things, like golems or the like? And, would it be acceptable if some of his candies restored either health or magic? The staff is aesthetic and, despite the picture, he doesn't wear the funny hat.

[solamelike]

That would be fine, you would have to say how man candies you have. I imagine 2 of each type would be reasonable.

[Nyan]

Background and such is done now. So now all that remains that is my inventory. I would like to hear any comments on the background and if anything needs changing.

[Nyan]

Again with the double post...Whats going on?

[icicle]

I added in 6 homemade candies, because he is an entertainer, thus he needs a few tasty sweets to give out to children.

In case you have not noticed by now, I enjoy the process of editing my posts too much, thus I would recommend re-reading the last post I made and refreshing the page before responding to it. Sorry if it inconveniences you!