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| Dargoth |
Posted - 01 Jul 2004 : 14:29:27
Ive started coming up with Modules/Missions for the Evil Campaign my Players will be going through after they finish the first campaign. The PCs will be playing Banite Zhentarim.
What Ive come up with so far
1) Patrol outside Darkhold
2) Escape from Darkhold, The PCs are given the mission of sneaking into the gatehouse of Darkhold, Killing the Cyricist guards so the Banites can leave.
3) Journey to Zhentarim outpost in the Sunset Mountains (See raiders of Galaths roost)
4)After passing through the portal in the outpost the PCs arrive in Mistledale, where they raid the Dale for Food and Supplies for the Garrision. After the raid the PCs send all the live stock and slaves through the portal before continueing on to Zhentil Keep
5) Journey to Zhentil Keep
6)The PCs are assigned the job of tracking down a Serial killer whose been killing Children of both Peasant and Nobles in Zhentil Keep (im going to base the killer on Neb (from the BG series) and make him a Cleric of Cyric and load him down with Vile feats from BOVD
7) Journey to the Zhentarim outpost at the Mines of Tethyrmar
8) Escort a delivery of Zhentarim drugs through the Desertmouth moutains and the Stonelands to Cormyr and sell them.
9)Return to the Mines with the gold from the Drug mission, they thn find the outpost is under attack from a Large Group of Dwarves or Shades from Shade enclave
10) The PCs are then given a bag of Holding each which is full of Fake Cormyr currency to spend in Cormyr (The Zhentarim plan on undermining the Cormyrian ecconomy by introducing fake currency into the country)
11)Upon returning to the mines the PCs are given the job of going into the Desert to check out an Old Netherese Ruin that is not to far away from the Mines, a Zhentarim traveler traveling along the Black Road reported that he had seen some Shades poking around the site
12)The PCs then travel back to Zhentil Keep
13) Scyulla Tells them that theres a Cyrcist cell active in the ruined section of Zhentil Keep and she orders them to track down and destroy the cell
14) The PCs Travel with Scyllua to Scardale town
15) The locals are unable to determine if Scyllua is really LAshans daughter but they decide that if LAshan is her father then there will be documents at the Leaves of Learning church in Deepingdale. The council of Scardale in Chandlercross elects to send Paladins and Clerics of Torm and Tyr Scyllua sends the PCs. Upon arriving in Deepingdale the PCs are hindered by the Harpers who try and replace the documents with fakes to undermine Scylluas claim to the Dale.
16) After returning to Scardale the PCs are told they need to travel to Tantras and obtain a Tonne of soil from the Magic Dead area in and around Tantras
17) While the Pcs where in Tantras the Sembians began mobilising to drive the Zhents out of Scardale. To counter this Scyllua contacted the Leader of the Monk of the Long Death monestary in Scardale and pays them to slaughter the Nobility and MErchant Princes of Sembia. One of the PCs said he wants play a monk of the Long Death in the evil campaign so the PCs will be drawn into the Assasinations, the PCs will be given the job of Assassinating Miklos Selkirk.
18) The PCs travel to Hillsfar to join the Zhentarim army besieging the City
19)Fzoul orders the PCs to infiltrate the city and kill a Mage inside the city, a Demonologist whose been summoning Demons to defend the city.
20)Fzoul has found another Bane Lich, hes discovered theres one some where near Phlan (its actually taken up residence in the Pyrimid from Pool of Radiance.
and thats as far as Ive got
Coments? Suggestions?
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| Ayrik |
Posted - 26 Mar 2011 : 03:19:39
lol, thank ye Sage. I sent ye a PM to that effect last night though I strongly suspect it was eaten by gremlins. Ye may of course submit my contact info to the Elder Gods, and rest assured that I will not abandon Candlekeep.
Oh yeah, I'm also not a troll, spammer, or hacker of the threatening variety. Though I suppose they all say that, lol.  |
| The Sage |
Posted - 26 Mar 2011 : 03:07:24
quote:
Originally posted by Arik
The site does not accept new registrations, explained here. The "Elder Gods" have apparently tired of cleaning up after rampant trolls, spam, and hackers. Unfortunately, it seems impossible to find their emails or any other way to contact them unless you're already a member; I half-suspect this oversight might be deliberate. I respect their policy of treating "munchkin" as a threatening word.
I can verify this, as I've seen first hand how vicious the attacks on the site have been over the years. Back when I was an active Moderator, it was getting to point where I was spending more time responding to ASP threats, bots, inappropriate postings, and just about everything else, than I was actually engaging in discussions with other members.
I'll still see what I can do about verifying your status with regard to the site, though, Arik. |
| The Sage |
Posted - 26 Mar 2011 : 00:24:45
quote:
Originally posted by Fellfire
Sage, that site appears to have some juicy bits of wickedness. Further research is needed. Thanks for the linky!
Indeed.
A few of the sections haven't been updated in quite some time, however. I've tried to keep both the FR and PS threads up-to-date, but have fallen woefully behind. |
| Fellfire |
Posted - 25 Mar 2011 : 23:56:57
Sage, that site appears to have some juicy bits of wickedness. Further research is needed. Thanks for the linky! |
| The Sage |
Posted - 25 Mar 2011 : 07:04:36
Actually, I'm "in" with the administration staff at the Pits. I'll see if I can speed up your registration process. |
| Ayrik |
Posted - 25 Mar 2011 : 06:41:20
I've found The Pits of Evil: The Realms of Evil Community, but alas I cannot register nor find any way to email or communicate with the admins. I'll try again in a few days. It somehow seems like the kind of place that I'd find amenable, lol.
[Edit]
The site does not accept new registrations, explained here. The "Elder Gods" have apparently tired of cleaning up after rampant trolls, spam, and hackers. Unfortunately, it seems impossible to find their emails or any other way to contact them unless you're already a member; I half-suspect this oversight might be deliberate. I respect their policy of treating "munchkin" as a threatening word. |
| The Sage |
Posted - 25 Mar 2011 : 04:26:34
quote:
Originally posted by Arik
So sad to see quality evil given such short shrift. I'll thankfully accept any material ye might offer, Sage, if it hasn't been forever lost to the ether.
Oh, the site is still very much active. It just doesn't have as significant degree of focus on "evil" in D&D games, as it did previously. It's now just a general D&D board. |
| Ayrik |
Posted - 25 Mar 2011 : 02:18:30
So sad to see quality evil given such short shrift. I'll thankfully accept any material ye might offer, Sage, if it hasn't been forever lost to the ether. |
| The Sage |
Posted - 25 Mar 2011 : 00:15:23
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Originally posted by Arik
Once again I've found a nearly perfect scroll for for nefarious needs ... once again missing some minor detail of import:quote:
The Sage
I have a few particularly nasty abilities that you may be interested in, but I'm hesitant to post them here because two of those said abilities include rather graphic descriptions. It's part of the reason why I've only posted them over at RoE where there's an age restriction for people visiting the forum.
What is this RoE forum? Is it still around? Is it related to Races of Evernor? Might ye post (or PM) a link to this decidedly vile material of yours, imperturbable Sage?
[Edit ... oh yeah. I'm at least 18, honest. ]
I was referring to the oldest "Realms of Evil" website. It was a site/forum dedicated to evil gaming in D&D.
I don't think you'll find that stuff archived online anywhere, though. Not even using the Wayback Machine. It may just be easier for me to dig through my archives and find it for you, myself. |
| Ayrik |
Posted - 24 Mar 2011 : 08:00:19
Once again I've found a nearly perfect scroll for for nefarious needs ... once again missing some minor detail of import:quote:
The Sage
I have a few particularly nasty abilities that you may be interested in, but I'm hesitant to post them here because two of those said abilities include rather graphic descriptions. It's part of the reason why I've only posted them over at RoE where there's an age restriction for people visiting the forum.
What is this RoE forum? Is it still around? Is it related to Races of Evernor? Might ye post (or PM) a link to this decidedly vile material of yours, imperturbable Sage?
[Edit ... oh yeah. I'm at least 18, honest. ] |
| The Sage |
Posted - 15 Jul 2004 : 07:55:01
I'm not entirely sure about that, but I did read something about that particular detail on the Mailing List a few weeks ago. I'll perform a search...
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| Wooly Rupert |
Posted - 14 Jul 2004 : 15:44:43
quote:
Originally posted by The Sage
quote:
Originally posted by Wooly Rupert
When she popped up in Crusade, she was referred to by the dwarves as "the Mithril Princess."
Yes, I found that particular reference yesterday  .
Thanks anyway, Wooly  .
Actually, that's one thing that's kinda bugged me for a while. How did the Mithril part of her nickname get changed to Steel?  |
| The Sage |
Posted - 14 Jul 2004 : 13:00:43
quote:
Originally posted by Wooly Rupert
When she popped up in Crusade, she was referred to by the dwarves as "the Mithril Princess."
Yes, I found that particular reference yesterday .
Thanks anyway, Wooly .
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| Dargoth |
Posted - 14 Jul 2004 : 03:14:01
Paladin of Kelemvor
http://www.reapermini.com/gallery/warlord/14055_G_001
Thats the mini I used for my Paladin in the Green Regent campaign |
| Wooly Rupert |
Posted - 11 Jul 2004 : 05:33:22
quote:
Originally posted by The Sage
Thanks Dargoth .
I'll have to look that up. I must have missed that particular reference in the Realmslore column .
When she popped up in Crusade, she was referred to by the dwarves as "the Mithril Princess." |
| The Sage |
Posted - 11 Jul 2004 : 05:22:23
Thanks Dargoth .
I'll have to look that up. I must have missed that particular reference in the Realmslore column .
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| Dargoth |
Posted - 11 Jul 2004 : 05:01:23
quote:
Originally posted by The Sage
Why silver armor, Dargoth?
According to Realmslore she wears Mitheral plate which is Silver (Im pianting it GW Mitheral Silver) apparently the FRC artist took some artistic licence in making it gold in the FRC |
| The Sage |
Posted - 11 Jul 2004 : 04:42:00
Why silver armor, Dargoth?
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| Dargoth |
Posted - 10 Jul 2004 : 00:58:35
quote:
Originally posted by Lady Kazandra
quote:
Originally posted by Dargoth
Alusair Obarskyr "The Steel Regent"
http://www.reapermini.com/gallery/2700s/2725_G
I rather like your suggestion for the Steel Regent, Dargoth. Can I ask what type of colour scheme you'll be using though, in order to paint this mini?
Painted the plate mail Mitheril silver
On the front I painted the piece of cloth between her legs red Gore the cloth hanging behind her back White and the other side Blood red
Im basing the paint scheme on the picture of her in the FRC, except Ive given her silver armour instead of Gold/Brass |
| Lady Kazandra |
Posted - 09 Jul 2004 : 14:14:41
quote:
Originally posted by Dargoth
Alusair Obarskyr "The Steel Regent"
http://www.reapermini.com/gallery/2700s/2725_G
I rather like your suggestion for the Steel Regent, Dargoth. Can I ask what type of colour scheme you'll be using though, in order to paint this mini?
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| The Sage |
Posted - 08 Jul 2004 : 10:01:30
Oh, there's little gross-ness involved. I don't particularly enjoy using those elements in my campaigns either. I prefer the mind-altering, subtle effects of horror. The effects of these abilities are mostly psychological, rather than physical. It's more a question of making the victim *think* he's being affected...
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| Dargoth |
Posted - 08 Jul 2004 : 09:31:08
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Originally posted by The Sage
quote:
Originally posted by Dargoth
*Ahem* Graphic in what one?
I'm assuming that you actually meant "in what way?"
Anyway, let's just say that some of the younger scribes here would like need to make a 'nausea' check after reading some of the abilities that I was talking about previously...
Ill pass, while I have gory elements in my games I dont really go into the area of Gross |
| The Sage |
Posted - 08 Jul 2004 : 09:19:37
quote:
Originally posted by Dargoth
*Ahem* Graphic in what one?
I'm assuming that you actually meant "in what way?"
Anyway, let's just say that some of the younger scribes here would like need to make a 'nausea' check after reading some of the abilities that I was talking about previously...
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| Dargoth |
Posted - 08 Jul 2004 : 00:59:01
quote:
Originally posted by The Sage
Your miniature suggestion is a clever design, Dargoth. Of course, I'd prefer to see the mini painted, but the utter horror and mind-numbing terror that liches always seem to portray is well detailed on this mini. Now, if only you could find a way to portray the lich's stench of decay, you'd have a fantastic villain for your campaign.
Other Reaper Mini that are being used to repreesent Realms Personalities
Perghost
http://www.reapermini.com/gallery/2700s/2789_G
Nyphithys
http://www.reapermini.com/gallery/2700s/2760_G
Alusair Obarskyr "The Steel Regent"
http://www.reapermini.com/gallery/2700s/2725_G |
| Dargoth |
Posted - 06 Jul 2004 : 13:31:56
quote:
Originally posted by The Sage
I like it  .
I have a few particularly nasty abilities that you may be interested in, but I'm hesitant to post them here because two of those said abilities include rather graphic descriptions. It's part of the reason why I've only posted them over at RoE where there's an age restriction for people visiting the forum.
If you're interested, I'll pick out a few choice examples and send them to you via the ever efficient ethereal mail service.
*Ahem* Graphic in what one? |
| The Sage |
Posted - 06 Jul 2004 : 13:04:48
I like it .
I have a few particularly nasty abilities that you may be interested in, but I'm hesitant to post them here because two of those said abilities include rather graphic descriptions. It's part of the reason why I've only posted them over at RoE where there's an age restriction for people visiting the forum.
If you're interested, I'll pick out a few choice examples and send them to you via the ever efficient ethereal mail service.
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| Dargoth |
Posted - 06 Jul 2004 : 09:01:00
Hmmm interesting
Another ability I came up with for the Staff: The Breath of Bane ability duplicates Agzanthars scorcher except instead of fire damage it deals Vile Damage |
| The Sage |
Posted - 06 Jul 2004 : 08:11:03
Your miniature suggestion is a clever design, Dargoth. Of course, I'd prefer to see the mini painted, but the utter horror and mind-numbing terror that liches always seem to portray is well detailed on this mini. Now, if only you could find a way to portray the lich's stench of decay, you'd have a fantastic villain for your campaign.
Now, reading about your thoughts on what powers to incorporate into the staff, I came across this spell a short while back -
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Dominance of Flesh
Necromancy
Level: Wiz/Src 8
Components:V, S
Casting Time:1 action
Range:Touch
Duration:2 rounds/level (4 minutes)
Saving Throw:Will negates
Spell Resistance:Yes
Upon casting the target makes a Will Save, a succes negates the spell, if they fail the spell procedes as normal. If the spell succedes the target only controls it's mind, not its body. All abilities they have that do not require use of the body they can make (they still have command of all of their senses btw.) However all aspects require control of ones body are subject to control by the caster. All skills requiring both use of mind and body cannot be used for the duration. Any action by the target that is directly self destructive is subject to a Will save by the target, if the save fails the action goes through, however the effect breaks after one self destructive action.
*NOTE* The attention required to force the target to move about make attacks et cetera makes the DC for any will save against self destructive attacks lower by 5.
I'm not sure whether it may help you to round out the abilities and powers of the staff though. I'll have to do some research.
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| Dargoth |
Posted - 06 Jul 2004 : 07:55:16
We'll I was in the Tin Soldier on Monday and found the perfect mini to represent the Banelich
http://www.reapermini.com/gallery/2800s/2822_G
Now I just got to decide what weapons hes got (When the PCs catch up to him it will probably be an 18-21 CR encounter) Im thinking of giving a Crown that gives him a bonus to Wisdom, an Unholy Longsword and an Artifact, "the Staff of Bane", I havent decided what powers the artifact will have, SUgestions?
The Bane lich will have levels of Cleric/Blackguard and Dreadmaster
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| The Sage |
Posted - 06 Jul 2004 : 07:26:55
I would agree naturally, but the party has just (last year) came out of an adventure in the Darkhold in an attempt to uncover "out-and-out" replacements of both Ashemmi and Sememmon. It was the Harper's logic that having the real Ashemmi and Sememmon in place was vastly preferrable than having fiendish impersonators...
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