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Post by Dimitri on Jan 27, 2020 17:42:42 GMT -5
I thought this was good to read, I’m still figuring out handling the rp of this with a typically conservative race. I suppose this is more directed to current players of the prc, how did you handle your character, their journey, their transition, and how they rp now? I see a lot of human rdds about, typically male, two handed or sword and board. To dms, how do you have npcs interact with rdd PCs? Are they intimidated, looking away, or are generally uncomfortable? Trying to loop it together to see how I should be viewing the Cormyr world through my characters eyes in order to rp appropriately. What rdd aspects get what level of response (ex. Faint scales, eyes, teeth, voice, wings?) Ty For Dimitri, it was something he knew from the start. He was born into a family of sorcerers and his father and uncle both had awakened their bloodline. His family was killed before he could awaken his own, but he in his adventures explored and looked into tomes of knowledge and sought out tutors on everything relating to dragons. He would dearly like to know which dragon he his descendant of, but as per his scales and such all he knows so far is Gold. During the awakening process he would have cravings for more food, desire to burn off excess energy, whether training or otherwise due to increased STR, or CON increasing his appetite and so on. He certainly eats more than he used to. It helped that he had friends with him in his early career to support his growth. At 18 he didn't get much further than spell casting and some minor patches of scales. Hes upper 30s now, closer to 40 I think, and has since then awakened to 10 DD. He makes no moves to hide his scales or wings. Even has claws to a degree. Sharper teeth, slit pupils and so on. Hes had some npcs react with fear but also confusion or curiosity since hes gold scaled. Stronger than he was before he has ripped papers and other things he needed but oopsed instead. There's age to consider as well since you'll live longer than your base race after awakening. Hell, a noble wanted to kill him and add his scales to his collection for the man's armor. Shame he didn't quite survive that encounter. Personality wise he's grown a bit smarter, mostly more aware of things around and his charisma has gone up usually played as either just handsome or presence as commander of the Ironsworn and someone capable of making waves when needed. There's no easy guide or way to play an DD. They're a varied people much like most are on Faerun. |
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Post by iangallowglas on Jan 27, 2020 17:59:03 GMT -5
I thought this was good to read, I’m still figuring out handling the rp of this with a typically conservative race. I suppose this is more directed to current players of the prc, how did you handle your character, their journey, their transition, and how they rp now? I see a lot of human rdds about, typically male, two handed or sword and board. To dms, how do you have npcs interact with rdd PCs? Are they intimidated, looking away, or are generally uncomfortable? Trying to loop it together to see how I should be viewing the Cormyr world through my characters eyes in order to rp appropriately. What rdd aspects get what level of response (ex. Faint scales, eyes, teeth, voice, wings?) Ty Personally, my take on a commoner seeing a RDD or something of that ilk… would be for them to run in fright or gather the other commoners with their pitchforks in hand and hunt them down and drive them out of a town. The old Frankenstein movie with the villagers at the end comes to mind. Purely my own opinion, but I would think the common person would be afraid of such a sight and think the character was some type of demon or monster and at best avoid them or at worst attack. I have never played a RDD, but I would think because of this they would be more secretive in nature and not parade themselves about with their wings etc. in the open for the whole world to see. I'm of this view, and that's how I RP Seamus. He covers his wings and his eyes, with glamoured cloaks and hoods. He doesn't do it because he is ashamed, but because he doesn't think the common folk can deal with who and what he truly is. |
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Post by Dimitri on Jan 27, 2020 18:28:04 GMT -5
Also what are commoners really going to do? Insult you or grab pitchforks? They wont be able to hurt the average person trained adventurer, or you could talk them down. Dimitri has 40 Charisma and a Lot of persuade from his time as a merc company leader and dealing with nobility and such. Plus, if one is recognizable enough it's a bit easier to walk around fine perhaps.
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Post by DOT on Jan 27, 2020 19:13:30 GMT -5
I thought this was good to read, I’m still figuring out handling the rp of this with a typically conservative race. I suppose this is more directed to current players of the prc, how did you handle your character, their journey, their transition, and how they rp now? I see a lot of human rdds about, typically male, two handed or sword and board. To dms, how do you have npcs interact with rdd PCs? Are they intimidated, looking away, or are generally uncomfortable? Trying to loop it together to see how I should be viewing the Cormyr world through my characters eyes in order to rp appropriately. What rdd aspects get what level of response (ex. Faint scales, eyes, teeth, voice, wings?) Ty Deborah typically has her double d's out She often talks about her rock (stone garden), and how the pieces move around after she slumbers, which disappoints her. Unfortunately they are prisoners of her flesh to stone she teleports to the anauroch. People she felt were beautiful enough to hoard, and weak enough to maintain like captive pets that she can flesh to stone. Since she is chaotic and has finite spells, the last people to survive her game .. get eaten before she recommences I suggest not gazing into the gorgon's eyes..(medusa is a gorgon, not the metal bull in this example). Deb's certainly as randy as one when she cares to be. All in Sharess' name? She is an example of an evil PC struggling to learn how to not be evil, and literally not caring to be good. Thus chaotic neutral as an end result. Deborah just can't help but nom some companions when feeling frisky, or upset.. As to how she awakened her blood? Well .. come on over for dinner. So in a nutshell, your RDD in the example is unapologetic but also was never quite part of the majority to begin, perhaps being more of a loner? |
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Post by DOT on Jan 27, 2020 19:17:18 GMT -5
I thought this was good to read, I’m still figuring out handling the rp of this with a typically conservative race. I suppose this is more directed to current players of the prc, how did you handle your character, their journey, their transition, and how they rp now? I see a lot of human rdds about, typically male, two handed or sword and board. To dms, how do you have npcs interact with rdd PCs? Are they intimidated, looking away, or are generally uncomfortable? Trying to loop it together to see how I should be viewing the Cormyr world through my characters eyes in order to rp appropriately. What rdd aspects get what level of response (ex. Faint scales, eyes, teeth, voice, wings?) Ty The Red Emperor has not attained full RDD yet, but for him, it was his path from the very beginning. He found out he had sorcerer traits and then, likely the blood of one of the strongest Ancient Red Dragons from source that are still alive: "The Flying Flame, Balagos!". As he gathers more of Balagos powers, he takes greater risks and takes on more challenges to prove himself worthy. Over the years and while harnessing more of the draconinc essence, Ving has acquired some personality traits that I could devise/dicern of his ancestor, but he has also command of his own mind and desires too. Add the perspective that a LE, brainwashed, ascendant monk (monk with perfect self feat) has of the world, mortality and reality to it all, and then the result is a very eccentric individual, who is basically living his own power fantasy to prepare himelf to what he calls: "A glorious march to defeat" On top of being an outsider, he's also an RDD. Was he well socialized with the npc and pc community prior to his 'ascending'? I get the vibe that he wasn't in the mainstream either, perhaps similar in that aspect to Warlord's Deb. If that is the case, would it be accurate to say that he did not care of the opinions of the local people and pursued his goal and transition without hesitation? Has he encountered any hostility so far? |
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Post by Warlord on Jan 27, 2020 19:19:44 GMT -5
Deborah typically has her double d's out She often talks about her rock (stone garden), and how the pieces move around after she slumbers, which disappoints her. Unfortunately they are prisoners of her flesh to stone she teleports to the anauroch. People she felt were beautiful enough to hoard, and weak enough to maintain like captive pets that she can flesh to stone. Since she is chaotic and has finite spells, the last people to survive her game .. get eaten before she recommences I suggest not gazing into the gorgon's eyes..(medusa is a gorgon, not the metal bull in this example). Deb's certainly as randy as one when she cares to be. All in Sharess' name? She is an example of an evil PC struggling to learn how to not be evil, and literally not caring to be good. Thus chaotic neutral as an end result. Deborah just can't help but nom some companions when feeling frisky, or upset.. As to how she awakened her blood? Well .. come on over for dinner. So in a nutshell, your RDD in the example is unapologetic but also was never quite part of the majority to begin, perhaps being more of a loner? The mention of her character in that statement isn't something she'll be presenting, other than her double dayums Deb wants attention up to a point. She's like if a shark were to wear burlesque to attract prey, but does value her personal space a lot. Being red dragon blood the ego is incredibly high but topped with social pleasantries to make people laugh, or cringe! Such is the chaotic side. I don't think you've actually seen that PC of mine  |
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Post by Razgriz on Jan 27, 2020 20:24:12 GMT -5
The Red Emperor has not attained full RDD yet, but for him, it was his path from the very beginning. He found out he had sorcerer traits and then, likely the blood of one of the strongest Ancient Red Dragons from source that are still alive: "The Flying Flame, Balagos!". As he gathers more of Balagos powers, he takes greater risks and takes on more challenges to prove himself worthy. Over the years and while harnessing more of the draconinc essence, Ving has acquired some personality traits that I could devise/dicern of his ancestor, but he has also command of his own mind and desires too. Add the perspective that a LE, brainwashed, ascendant monk (monk with perfect self feat) has of the world, mortality and reality to it all, and then the result is a very eccentric individual, who is basically living his own power fantasy to prepare himelf to what he calls: "A glorious march to defeat" On top of being an outsider, he's also an RDD. Was he well socialized with the npc and pc community prior to his 'ascending'? I get the vibe that he wasn't in the mainstream either, perhaps similar in that aspect to Warlord's Deb. If that is the case, would it be accurate to say that he did not care of the opinions of the local people and pursued his goal and transition without hesitation? Has he encountered any hostility so far? He has had different adventuring cliques, friends and some of the ladies flirt with him from time to time. NPCS give him odd looks usually, but yes, he pretty much pursued his path without hesitation. He knows he is not part of the community of stalwart heroes and heroines, but instead, he chooses to work for the Valkur's Roar Reserve Guard to keep himself occupied. Recently, bounty hunting has opened a door of possibilities for him as well. |
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Post by DOT on Jan 28, 2020 20:20:13 GMT -5
Much appreciated team
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Post by ID10Tango on Jan 29, 2020 0:46:38 GMT -5
Here is the OP BTW: That is a really open-ended question and there are many ways to approach it. Truthfully, I think just about any personality would work. Pick one you can RP well and enjoy and then ask yourself how that character would react. Here are some questions for you to consider. - Is your character raised being aware of his/her dragon heritage or does it come as a shock later in life?
- Does your character know a lot about dragons or very little?
- Does your character have red, brass or gold dragon blood? How does that mesh with his/her alignment?
- Does your character take pride in being a dragon disciple? Will that make your character act arrogant to toward others?
- Is your character concerned about how other people will react to him/her? Will your character try to hid his/her dragon heritage?
I'm sure there are more questions one could ask but that's all that's coming to me off the top of my head. Hope that helps. And DOT posted similar: I thought this was good to read, I’m still figuring out handling the rp of this with a typically conservative race. I suppose this is more directed to current players of the prc, how did you handle your character, their journey, their transition, and how they rp now? I see a lot of human rdds about, typically male, two handed or sword and board. To dms, how do you have npcs interact with rdd PCs? Are they intimidated, looking away, or are generally uncomfortable? Trying to loop it together to see how I should be viewing the Cormyr world through my characters eyes in order to rp appropriately. What rdd aspects get what level of response (ex. Faint scales, eyes, teeth, voice, wings?) Ty
Here's a little about Mobius from my perspective, to the best of my knowledge. I spent ~4yrs away from FRC and have naturally forgotten some stuff. I think Mobius was created in 2011. The journey and transition included the aid of Mages and Dragons...and stuff. The background is something along the lines of "He didn't know at first, but the wizards went with a hunch and were rewarded". He didnt know about himself, or of dragons and such, and is now proud of his heritage. He can be arrogant about it at times, naturally. But his attitude was shaped by the way he was treated so we'll get to that. I wouldn't RP these traits constantly but rather only while approaching the granted level at +/- 500xp or so depending on the trait. At -500 to level I'd start the trait RP escalating it until ding, then subsiding after +500xp So working in reverse: Darkvision was headaches when entering low-light or caves Muscles for str was a progression much like your standard bulking/cutting cycle, ending with great results in size and definition but not like a Mr. Olympia Wings were fun, violently birthing through his skin and out the flanks of his armor in a cave, followed by a violent fit of rage, and then some mental clarity (for the int). That's just how I chose to RP it. I didnt want stumps. Breath weapon started as something that had to be forced, then progressed to something well trained and could show faint smoke, and maxed at RDD10 he can do all kinds of RP with his breath weapon as the DM's approve circumstantially. +2 Con at RDD7 was just RP'd as increased and retained vitality. For his skin it just started as sensation much like strong goosebumps that progressed to something like painful chicken pox, but I only RP'd that upon waking from a rest. Now I only RP his physical traits if prompted by someone else's explicit RP. But the way I see him now: His skin would be with nearly invisible scales in extremities like the face and hands, but around the torso and back/wing area they would become more prominent if seen. Perhaps with further age the prominent scales will begin to cover his neck like a collar. I've always liked that idea. He keeps his wings folded close against his body and covered by his cloak His eyes would have a reptilian iris but otherwise normal color (never gave him an eye color TBH) I don't RP him with dragon teeth or claws, but that's just me. As for his tendencies: He displays greed when gems are involved, enjoys a hearty meal, prefers to be out training than standing around doing nothing. His rage issues have been controlled but can still be triggered. His immunity to sleep I like to RP as insomnia which is why he's always out doing something. Lastly I will also say that I was gone for a long time and missed a lot, but Mobius was called a monster/demon/freak and chased out of towns and harassed and on and on and on unrelentingly so. Naturally I am curious about the 180 attitude by PC's and NPC's for RDD's. A monster is what they called him, so a monster is what they got...  Edit: Mobius is too heavy to fly, but he may be able to "control fall". His draconic pride is currently expressed by teaching Draconic to Thorell, but he wont "teach" anyone who's not dragon blooded. As I stated in 2013 I generally concur with Levedara and Iangallow's descriptions. |
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Post by DOT on Jan 29, 2020 20:22:11 GMT -5
Here is the OP BTW: That is a really open-ended question and there are many ways to approach it. Truthfully, I think just about any personality would work. Pick one you can RP well and enjoy and then ask yourself how that character would react. Here are some questions for you to consider. - Is your character raised being aware of his/her dragon heritage or does it come as a shock later in life?
- Does your character know a lot about dragons or very little?
- Does your character have red, brass or gold dragon blood? How does that mesh with his/her alignment?
- Does your character take pride in being a dragon disciple? Will that make your character act arrogant to toward others?
- Is your character concerned about how other people will react to him/her? Will your character try to hid his/her dragon heritage?
I'm sure there are more questions one could ask but that's all that's coming to me off the top of my head. Hope that helps. And DOT posted similar: I thought this was good to read, I’m still figuring out handling the rp of this with a typically conservative race. I suppose this is more directed to current players of the prc, how did you handle your character, their journey, their transition, and how they rp now? I see a lot of human rdds about, typically male, two handed or sword and board. To dms, how do you have npcs interact with rdd PCs? Are they intimidated, looking away, or are generally uncomfortable? Trying to loop it together to see how I should be viewing the Cormyr world through my characters eyes in order to rp appropriately. What rdd aspects get what level of response (ex. Faint scales, eyes, teeth, voice, wings?) Ty
Here's a little about Mobius from my perspective, to the best of my knowledge. I spent ~4yrs away from FRC and have naturally forgotten some stuff. I think Mobius was created in 2011. The journey and transition included the aid of Mages and Dragons...and stuff. The background is something along the lines of "He didn't know at first, but the wizards went with a hunch and were rewarded". He didnt know about himself, or of dragons and such, and is now proud of his heritage. He can be arrogant about it at times, naturally. But his attitude was shaped by the way he was treated so we'll get to that. I wouldn't RP these traits constantly but rather only while approaching the granted level at +/- 500xp or so depending on the trait. At -500 to level I'd start the trait RP escalating it until ding, then subsiding after +500xp So working in reverse: Darkvision was headaches when entering low-light or caves Muscles for str was a progression much like your standard bulking/cutting cycle, ending with great results in size and definition but not like a Mr. Olympia Wings were fun, violently birthing through his skin and out the flanks of his armor in a cave, followed by a violent fit of rage, and then some mental clarity (for the int). That's just how I chose to RP it. I didnt want stumps. Breath weapon started as something that had to be forced, then progressed to something well trained and could show faint smoke, and maxed at RDD10 he can do all kinds of RP with his breath weapon as the DM's approve circumstantially. +2 Con at RDD7 was just RP'd as increased and retained vitality. For his skin it just started as sensation much like strong goosebumps that progressed to something like painful chicken pox, but I only RP'd that upon waking from a rest. Now I only RP his physical traits if prompted by someone else's explicit RP. But the way I see him now: His skin would be with nearly invisible scales in extremities like the face and hands, but around the torso and back/wing area they would become more prominent if seen. Perhaps with further age the prominent scales will begin to cover his neck like a collar. I've always liked that idea. He keeps his wings folded close against his body and covered by his cloak His eyes would have a reptilian iris but otherwise normal color (never gave him an eye color TBH) I don't RP him with dragon teeth or claws, but that's just me. As for his tendencies: He displays greed when gems are involved, enjoys a hearty meal, prefers to be out training than standing around doing nothing. His rage issues have been controlled but can still be triggered. His immunity to sleep I like to RP as insomnia which is why he's always out doing something. Lastly I will also say that I was gone for a long time and missed a lot, but Mobius was called a monster/demon/freak and chased out of towns and harassed and on and on and on unrelentingly so. Naturally I am curious about the 180 attitude by PC's and NPC's for RDD's. A monster is what they called him, so a monster is what they got... Edit: Mobius is too heavy to fly, but he may be able to "control fall". His draconic pride is currently expressed by teaching Draconic to Thorell, but he wont "teach" anyone who's not dragon blooded. As I stated in 2013 I generally concur with Levedara and Iangallow's descriptions. I think my favorite thing was the immunity to sleep being like insomnia. That hadn't occurred to me at all. Im curious now if RDDs actually even sleep, could be more like an awakened rest. Do dragons sleep or are they like elves in that sense |
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Post by Warlord on Jan 29, 2020 21:27:39 GMT -5
I RP Immunity to Sleep as - Being able to still sleep, yer just immune to magical effects - Insomnia - If not wanting to sleep, then meditation rendered to recover spells After all, ever heard of that slumbering dragon? Even they like a dragon nap  |
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Post by Razgriz on Jan 30, 2020 12:01:02 GMT -5
Increase of tstrength is also or could also be represented with height increases for the RDD. That way, the character will not end up looking like the Hulk.
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Post by DOT on Jan 30, 2020 20:51:33 GMT -5
Increase of tstrength is also or could also be represented with height increases for the RDD. That way, the character will not end up looking like the Hulk. Wouldn't squatter folk be mechanically stronger than tall folk? I figured height was constitution based |
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Post by Razgriz on Jan 30, 2020 21:06:11 GMT -5
Increase of tstrength is also or could also be represented with height increases for the RDD. That way, the character will not end up looking like the Hulk. Wouldn't squatter folk be mechanically stronger than tall folk? I figured height was constitution based I'd say it is strength. You need a larger body to support the additional muscle mass. Look at Halforcs, orcs and giants |
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Post by Fluffy the Mad on Jan 30, 2020 21:08:55 GMT -5
Increase of tstrength is also or could also be represented with height increases for the RDD. That way, the character will not end up looking like the Hulk. Wouldn't squatter folk be mechanically stronger than tall folk? I figured height was constitution based This one actually has had a number of real-life studies done, at least in regards to correlating height, age, and weight to a person's grip strength. Taller people are generally stronger, though of course there is a difference in how it may be expressed. Things are a little different in FR with there being magical races and such, but I imagine the trend would remain. |
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Post by DOT on Jan 30, 2020 23:23:51 GMT -5
Good to know, that explains crew for yah  |
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Post by Warlord on Jan 30, 2020 23:59:01 GMT -5
Dwarves are far shorter than humans and weigh as much or more.
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Post by nemusator on Jan 31, 2020 8:02:17 GMT -5
Dwarves grow tall in width.
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Post by malclave on Jan 31, 2020 9:26:50 GMT -5
Sigh. Now I want to make a dwarf RDD so I can use a bearded dragon as a portrait. |
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Post by DM Maleficent's Kiss on Jan 31, 2020 15:16:34 GMT -5
Sigh. Now I want to make a dwarf RDD so I can use a bearded dragon as a portrait. I see what you did there... |
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