Iron Chef Optimization Challenge in the Playground XXXIV

**MilesTiden** · 2012-06-13, 10:12 AM (ISO 8601)

Hmm... I think I will throw my hat into this! Dragon Disciple has always been a personal favorite of mine. I already have some rather unique (or at least, in my opinion) entries that I have planned for this.

**Invader** · 2012-06-13, 11:17 PM (ISO 8601)

I think I might also try out a build in this challenge. Are you looking for any kind of character history or back story and if so how much? I was quite sure about that.

**Kuulvheysoon** · 2012-06-13, 11:59 PM (ISO 8601)

Originally Posted by invaderk2

I think I might also try out a build in this challenge. Are you looking for any kind of character history or back story and if so how much? I was quite sure about that.

It varies. If you look back through the last few ICOs, you can get a pretty good idea of what the judges are looking for in general.

**Narsis** · 2012-06-14, 01:15 AM (ISO 8601)

arrgh! i had what i thought was an awesome idea but it keeps going up in smoke no matter what i try. :(

**Menteith** · 2012-06-14, 01:29 AM (ISO 8601)

My build is finished, and I'm enjoying how it turned out. Still, I feel like I could use one of DD's class features more effectively, so I'll keep thinking about it.

**killianh** · 2012-06-14, 08:43 AM (ISO 8601)

I think I'll take a crack at judging this one

**Madara** · 2012-06-14, 11:28 AM (ISO 8601)

I'm going to finally submit an entry!

I am determined

Edit: Question, when it says

Bonus Spells

Dragon disciples gain bonus spells as they gain levels in this prestige class, as if from having a high ability score, as given on Table: The Dragon Disciple. A bonus spell can be added to any level of spells the disciple already has the ability to cast.

Is it bonus spells known, or spells/day?

**Kazyan** · 2012-06-14, 11:58 AM (ISO 8601)

Originally Posted by Madara

Is it bonus spells known, or spells/day?

Spells/day, as if from having a high ability score. High ability scores do not increase spells known, or WotC would probably have docked the sorcerer two spells known every level.

**Amechra** · 2012-06-15, 02:51 PM (ISO 8601)

My entry is in! Good luck to all!

**Kazyan** · 2012-06-16, 09:22 PM (ISO 8601)

After much fiddling, my entry is in.

This feeling appears to be a mixture of shame, nervousness and pride.

**OMG PONIES** · 2012-06-17, 05:25 AM (ISO 8601)

So I've found a pretty decent chassis to use, but it begs the same question as always: why use the Secret Ingredient?

**Fable Wright** · 2012-06-17, 05:54 AM (ISO 8601)

Originally Posted by OMG PONIES

So I've found a pretty decent chassis to use, but it begs the same question as always: why use the Secret Ingredient?

Unique spellcasting boosts? Stat boosts as class features? Additional attacks at crappy unbuffable bonuses? Two good saves and a Good attack progression? The list of reasons go on.

**Kuulvheysoon** · 2012-06-17, 06:44 AM (ISO 8601)

Whoa, look at all the build submitted already - and there's still nearly 2 weeks to go.

**Sgt. Cookie** · 2012-06-17, 07:47 AM (ISO 8601)

I have an idea. I'll give this one a go, certainly.

**KoboldsAreLittl** · 2012-06-18, 01:56 PM (ISO 8601)

I have always wanted to play along with these competitions. I will submit my attempt.

**Piggy Knowles** · 2012-06-18, 03:40 PM (ISO 8601)

Hmm, I may have something interesting to submit after all. Still needs a few tweaks for sure, but let's see how it goes.

**Amphetryon** · 2012-06-20, 11:20 AM (ISO 8601)

Ten days to go, eight builds submitted so far. The judges could have their work cut out for them.

**ThiagoMartell** · 2012-06-20, 11:57 AM (ISO 8601)

I'll be away from my books until the deadline, so count me as a judge.

**dantiesilva** · 2012-06-23, 08:24 AM (ISO 8601)

Almost done with my build this has been the longest I spent on a build in I don't know how long. Though it has its flaws ( no not literal) It makes up in being able to shine in what it does. Good luck to everyone and let the best build win.

**Kelb_Panthera** · 2012-06-23, 10:59 AM (ISO 8601)

I find I can't come up with a build I'm comfortable using for competition. I therefore withdraw from the contest.

**Dragrun** · 2012-06-23, 11:05 AM (ISO 8601)

I might try this I'm gonna think about this one this is a tough one

**smasher0404** · 2012-06-23, 01:08 PM (ISO 8601)

I just finished my build, so i can for once say that i can enter

**Marootsoobutsu** · 2012-06-24, 01:31 AM (ISO 8601)

Question: Is the Arms and Equipment Guide regarded as 3.0 or 3.5? And, if 3.0, are 3.0 books considered verboten for this contests purposes?

**Kuulvheysoon** · 2012-06-24, 01:37 PM (ISO 8601)

Originally Posted by Marootsoobutsu

Question: Is the Arms and Equipment Guide regarded as 3.0 or 3.5? And, if 3.0, are 3.0 books considered verboten for this contests purposes?

3.0 books are all grandfathered into 3.5, unless the content has been directly replaced in a newer(3.5e) book.

**Amphetryon** · 2012-06-25, 12:24 PM (ISO 8601)

Originally Posted by Marootsoobutsu

Question: Is the Arms and Equipment Guide regarded as 3.0 or 3.5? And, if 3.0, are 3.0 books considered verboten for this contests purposes?

Please see the FAQ in the second post of this thread.

**Marootsoobutsu** · 2012-06-25, 12:55 PM (ISO 8601)

Originally Posted by Amphetryon

Please see the FAQ in the second post of this thread.

Oh, herka-derka. It's like I'm not a unique snow-flake. I have no idea how I missed that; thanks.

**Jarveiyan** · 2012-06-25, 06:32 PM (ISO 8601)

I have decided to try my hand at this, submission done and sent.

**BobVosh** · 2012-06-25, 06:49 PM (ISO 8601)

Bah I hate this class. Good luck cooks.

**OMG PONIES** · 2012-06-25, 07:20 PM (ISO 8601)

Yeesh, this ingredient is both beautiful and ugly. Great pick, Chairman. I'm struggling to complete my entry by the deadline, but I'll try to get one in.

**spelacnar** · 2012-06-25, 08:56 PM (ISO 8601)

I've got a build made... Still thinking about backstory though. Not sure if i'll get around to submitting it. What's the total count so far Chairman?

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