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EltonJ
Learned Scribe
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 Posted - 01 May 2012 : 17:36:39
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Here is a character I created for my campaign in order to make Tchazzar's return seem less of a gimmick. :) This is for a gradual return concept. Note: in 4e -- Lysander would be -- for all intents and purposes -- a 5th level Dragonborn Warlord.
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Lysander
Male Half Dragon (using a Human as the Base Character)
Morals: Unlike his father, Lysander believes in doing good for other people and his father's realm. Raised as a Paladin in the Church of Lathander, Lysander values temperance, athletics, youth, and spring. As Lawful, he expounds on temperance and spirituality as virtues; as good he works hard to do good in the land of Chessenta.
Unlike his father, Lysander does not enjoy revels, but he often competes in local games in the nude to pay homage to the Morninglord.
Description: Lysander is the son of Tchazzar and an unknown temple virgin. He has brilliant ruby red scales, a draconic head and eyes, clawed hands and clawed feet. His body is “cut” or sculpted as an athletic frame. He lacks ears. His eyes have a green iris, and his nostrils are gaping. He lacks body hair, but his genitalia are external. Lysander also lacks wings (another part of his mother’s heritage).
Lysander typically dresses in a silvery white robe, often to hide his custom armor and weapons to go somewhat incognito. The half-dragon is raised with morals and decorum, to be created as that of a military commander. However, Lysander does not typify himself as a military commander, but he is there in order to herald the return of his father to Chessentan politics.
Background: Lysander is the son of Tchazzar, the father of Chessenta. Before the Time of Troubles, Tchazzar walked among his people in his human disguise to see what became of his legacy. The result was the formation of a Church and/or a cult dedicated to him. Pleased with this, he had a liaison with one of his temple virgins, which resulted in the birth of Lysander, his son.
Tchazzar's draconic heritage blended with the maiden's human heritage to produce an infant with the traits of both races. Born in secret, the infant was named Lysander, a name inspired by his mother's faith. Tchazzar, knowing of his son's birth, provided the boy and his mother with gifts and gold. Despite this favor and the blood of a conqueror flowing in his veins, Lysander's mother instilled in the young half-dragon the morals of Lathander's clergy. (change suggested by Wooly Rupert)
Lysander
Male Half Red Dragon Paladin of Lathander 5 (CR 7)
LG Medium Dragon
Init -1; Senses Dark Vision 60 ft, Low-light Vision; Perception +1
DEFENSE
AC 23, Touch 13, Flatfooted 17 (+7 Armor, +4 natural, -1 dex)
Hp 68
Fort +9, Ref 0, Will +6
Immune fire, sleep, paralysis
OFFENSE
Speed: 30 ft.
Melee: bite +5 (1d6), 2 claws +5 (2d4), Flames of Purity (+1 flaming broadsword) +6 (1d6+1d6/x2), or lance +5 (1d8+3/x3)
Special Attacks: Fire Breath 1/day (30 ft. cone of fire, 1d6, ref half; DC 16), Smite Evil (2/day, +3 attack and AC, +5 damage)
Spell Like Abilities
At Will – Detect Evil
Paladin Spells Prepared (CL 2; Concentration +5)
1st – Divine Favor
STATISTICS
Abilities: Str 20, Dex 8, Con 20, Int 12, Wis 15, Cha 16
Base Attack +5, CMB 10, CMD 9
Feats: Improved Sunder, Power Attack, Weapon Focus (Broadsword), Basic Weapon Group, Axe Weapon Group, Heavy Blade Weapon Group, Spears and Lances Weapon Group
Skills: Diplomacy +9, Knowledge (Nobility) +6, Knowledge (Cult of Lathander) +6, Perception +1, Profession (Soldier) +5, Sense Motive +6, Swim +3
SQ: Aura of courage, aura of good, channel positive energy, divine health, divine grace, lay on hands, mercy
Gear: Flames of Purity (+1 flaming broadsword), or lance +5, +1 breastplate, lance, silver holy symbol, light horse (combat trained) with military saddle
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section 15. COPYRIGHT NOTICE
System Reference Document. Copyright 2000, Wizards of the Coast, inc; Authors Johnathan Tweet, Monte Cook, Skip Williams. Based on material by E. Gary Gygax and Dave Arneson.
Unearthed Arcana. Copyright 2004, Wizards of the Coast, inc; Authors Andy Collins, Jesse Decker, David Noonan, and Rich Redman.
The Pathfinder RPG Core Rulebook. Copyright 2010, Paizo Publishing, LLC; Author: Jason Bulmahn, based on material by Jonathan Tweet, Monte Cook, and Skip Williams.
The Book of Experimental Might. Copyright 2008, Monte J. Cook. All rights reserved.
Tome of Horrors. Copyright 2002, Necromancer Games, Inc.; Authors: Scott Greene, with Clark Peterson, Erica Balsley, Kevin Baase, Casey Christofferson, Lance Hawvermale, Travis Hawvermale, Patrick Lawinger, and Bill Webb; Based on original content from TSR.
Pathfinder RPG GameMastery Guide. © 2010, Paizo Publishing, LLC; Authors: Cam Banks, Wolfgang Baur, Jason Bulmahn, Jim Butler, Eric Cagle, Graeme Davis, Adam Daigle, Joshua J. Frost, James Jacobs, Kenneth Hite, Steven Kenson, Robin Laws, Tito Leati, Rob McCreary, Hal Maclean, Colin McComb, Jason Nelson, David Noonan, Richard Pett, Rich Redman, Sean K Reynolds, F. Wesley Schneider, Amber Scott, Doug Seacat, Mike Selinker, Lisa Stevens, James L. Sutter, Russ Taylor, Penny Williams, Skip Williams, Teeuwynn Woodruff.
Luven Lightfinger’s Gear and Treasure Shop. Copyright 2010, 4 Winds Fantasy Gaming; Authors Sean O’Connor, Connie J. Thomson and Robert W. Thomson.
Lysander, son of Tchazzar. Copyright 2012 by Elton Robb; Author Elton Robb; based on Material by Ed Greenwood, Sean K. Reynolds, Skip Williams, and Rob Heinsoo.
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Edited by - EltonJ on 01 May 2012 18:36:01
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Wooly Rupert
Master of Mischief
USA
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Posted - 01 May 2012 : 18:20:27
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I know what you're trying to say, but "as the DNA of Dragon and Human coming to a consensus produced a manchild that was half dragon and half man" makes it sound like the human and dragon DNA actually sat down and discussed the issue. Also, referring to DNA kinda sticks out, since fantasy settings know nothing of DNA. Lastly, "manchild" is oft used as a derogatory term for an adult male who acts immaturely.
Actually, the entire paragraph is a bit awkward, in my mind.
Instead of "Lysander was born in secret, as the DNA of Dragon and Human coming to a consensus produced a manchild that was half dragon and half man. When the maiden gave birth, the result was a baby that had most of his father in him and many traits of the mother. Named Lysander, the baby grew and developed into a half-dragon male. Tchazzar realized that he engendered a baby, and being the father, would send the small family gifts. Although the blood of the father runs red in the son, the temple maiden raised her son with ethics and morals in the Church of Lathander rather than the Church of Tchazzar."
How about this? "Tchazzar's draconic heritage blended with the maiden's human heritage to produce an infant with the traits of both races. Born in secret, the infant was named Lysander, a name inspired by his mother's faith. Tchazzar, knowing of his son's birth, provided the boy and his mother with gifts and gold. Despite this favor and the blood of a conqueror flowing in his veins, Lysander's mother instilled in the young half-dragon the morals of Lathander's clergy." |
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EltonJ
Learned Scribe
USA
101 Posts |
Posted - 01 May 2012 : 18:29:52
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quote:
Originally posted by Wooly Rupert
How about this? "Tchazzar's draconic heritage blended with the maiden's human heritage to produce an infant with the traits of both races. Born in secret, the infant was named Lysander, a name inspired by his mother's faith. Tchazzar, knowing of his son's birth, provided the boy and his mother with gifts and gold. Despite this favor and the blood of a conqueror flowing in his veins, Lysander's mother instilled in the young half-dragon the morals of Lathander's clergy."
Yep, it's been awhile! Good idea, thanks Wooly Rupert! :D |
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EltonJ
Learned Scribe
USA
101 Posts |
Posted - 04 May 2012 : 15:55:38
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Lysander Revised
After mucking about on the Paizo forums, his game statistics are now revised.
LYSANDER (CR 7)
Male Half Red Dragon Paladin of Lathander 5 (CR 7)
LG Medium Dragon (using human as the base creature)
Init -1; Senses Dark Vision 60 ft, Low-light Vision; Perception +3
DEFENSE
AC 23, Touch 13, Flatfooted 17 (+7 Armor, +4 natural, -1 dex)
hp 60
Fort +12, Ref +3, Will +9
Immune fire, sleep, paralysis
OFFENSE
Speed: 20 ft. (Breastplate -10)
Melee: bite +10 (1d6+5) and 2 claws +10 (2d4+5), Flames of Purity (+1 flaming broadsword) +12 (1d8+6 plus 1d6 fire 19-20/x2) and bite +5 (1d6+2), or lance +5 (1d8+3/x3) and bite +5 (1d6+2)
SA: Fire Breath 1/day (30 ft. cone of fire, 1d6, ref half; DC 16), Smite Evil (2/day, +3 attack and AC, +5 damage)
Spell Like Abilities
At Will – Detect Evil
Paladin Spells Prepared (CL 2; Concentration +5)
1st – Divine Favor, Lesser Restoration
STATISTICS
Abilities: Str 20, Dex 8, Con 20, Int 12, Wis 15, Cha 16
Base Atk +5, CMB 10, CMD 19
Feats: Dazzling Display, Improved Sunder, Power Attack, Weapon Focus (Broadsword), Basic Weapon Group, Axe Weapon Group, Heavy Blade Weapon Group, Spears and Lances Weapon Group
Skills: Diplomacy +11, Intimidate +4, Knowledge (Nobility) +6, Knowledge (Religion) +8, Perception +3, Sense Motive +10, Swim +7
SQ: Aura of courage, aura of good, channel positive energy, divine health, divine grace, lay on hands, mercy
Gear: Flames of Purity (+1 flaming broadsword), lance, +1 breastplate, lance, silver holy symbol, light horse (combat trained) with military saddle, white and silver robes.
Morals: Unlike his father, Lysander believes in doing good for other people and his father's realm. Raised as a Paladin in the Church of Lathander, Lysander values temperance, athletics, youth, and spring. As Lawful, he expounds on temperance and spirituality as virtues; as good he works hard to do good in the land of Chessenta.
Unlike his father, Lysander does not enjoy revels, but he often competes in local games in the nude to pay homage to the Morninglord.
Description: Lysander is the son of Tchazzar and an unknown temple virgin. He has brilliant ruby red scales, a draconic head and eyes, clawed hands and clawed feet. His body is “cut” or sculpted as an athletic frame. He lacks ears. His eyes have a green iris, and his nostrils are gaping. He lacks body hair, but his genitalia are external. Lysander also lacks wings (another part of his mother’s heritage).
Lysander typically dresses in a silvery white robe, often to hide his custom armor and weapons to go somewhat incognito. The half-dragon is raised with morals and decorum, to be created as that of a military commander. However, Lysander does not typify himself as a military commander, but he is there in order to herald the return of his father to Chessentan politics.
Background: Lysander is the son of Tchazzar, the father of Chessenta. Before the Time of Troubles, Tchazzar walked among his people in his human disguise to see what became of his legacy. The result was the formation of a Church and/or a cult dedicated to him. Pleased with this, he had a liaison with one of his temple virgins, which resulted in the birth of Lysander, his son.
Tchazzar's draconic heritage blended with the maiden's human heritage to produce an infant with the traits of both races. Born in secret, the infant was named Lysander, a name inspired by his mother's faith. Tchazzar, knowing of his son's birth, provided the boy and his mother with gifts and gold. Despite this favor and the blood of a conqueror flowing in his veins, Lysander's mother instilled in the young half-dragon the morals of Lathander's clergy.
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[url=http://www.opengamingfoundation.org/ogl.html]Open Game License[/url]
section 15. COPYRIGHT NOTICE
System Reference Document. Copyright 2000, Wizards of the Coast, inc; Authors Johnathan Tweet, Monte Cook, Skip Williams. Based on material by E. Gary Gygax and Dave Arneson.
Unearthed Arcana. Copyright 2004, Wizards of the Coast, inc; Authors Andy Collins, Jesse Decker, David Noonan, and Rich Redman.
The Pathfinder RPG Core Rulebook. Copyright 2010, Paizo Publishing, LLC; Author: Jason Bulmahn, based on material by Jonathan Tweet, Monte Cook, and Skip Williams.
The Book of Experimental Might. Copyright 2008, Monte J. Cook. All rights reserved.
Tome of Horrors. Copyright 2002, Necromancer Games, Inc.; Authors: Scott Greene, with Clark Peterson, Erica Balsley, Kevin Baase, Casey Christofferson, Lance Hawvermale, Travis Hawvermale, Patrick Lawinger, and Bill Webb; Based on original content from TSR.
Pathfinder RPG GameMastery Guide. © 2010, Paizo Publishing, LLC; Authors: Cam Banks, Wolfgang Baur, Jason Bulmahn, Jim Butler, Eric Cagle, Graeme Davis, Adam Daigle, Joshua J. Frost, James Jacobs, Kenneth Hite, Steven Kenson, Robin Laws, Tito Leati, Rob McCreary, Hal Maclean, Colin McComb, Jason Nelson, David Noonan, Richard Pett, Rich Redman, Sean K Reynolds, F. Wesley Schneider, Amber Scott, Doug Seacat, Mike Selinker, Lisa Stevens, James L. Sutter, Russ Taylor, Penny Williams, Skip Williams, Teeuwynn Woodruff.
Luven Lightfinger’s Gear and Treasure Shop. Copyright 2010, 4 Winds Fantasy Gaming; Authors Sean O’Connor, Connie J. Thomson and Robert W. Thomson.
Lysander, son of Tchazzar. Copyright 2012 by Elton Robb; Author Elton Robb; based on Material by Ed Greenwood, Sean K. Reynolds, Skip Williams, and Rob Heinsoo. |
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