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2017-05-30, 07:50 AM (ISO 8601)
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Re: Iron Chef Optimisation Challenge in the Playground LXXXVI
I reread the book. Is there an actual mechanical way of boosting your affiliation score like with the paragnostic assembly, or do we all just say 'we did a lot of stuff for other ebon cabalists, and then we entered twisted lord" ?
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2017-05-30, 08:10 AM (ISO 8601)
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Re: Iron Chef Optimisation Challenge in the Playground LXXXVI
Based on the table posted earlier, the maximum mechanical affiliation score you can get if you're taking 10 levels in twisted lord is 6 (1/2* PC level +1 for being a rogue/sorcerer/wizard) This is less if you enter at a level lower than 10, as I expect some people will likely do, so I think all contestants will likely have to say something along the lines of 'we did some stuff for the ebon cabal'.
You might lose some points if you used some trick to enter twisted lord really early, which would mean you'd have had to do a lot of favors to the ebon cabal at low level (I'm not sure how hard securing that gate is, but I wouldn't be surprised to learn it would be extremely challenging for a level 4 character). I'm no judge, of course, so this is just speculation.
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2017-05-30, 08:34 AM (ISO 8601)
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Re: Iron Chef Optimisation Challenge in the Playground LXXXVI
no. you just gain the "invisible" status. it doesn't say "as per the spell 'invisibility,' " so you don't act as though it does.
I missed darrin's post earlier. thanks for pointing it out. what section is that from? I don't have that bit in my copy.I've got a new fantasy TTRPG about running your own fencing school in a 3 musketeers pastiche setting. Book coming soon.
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2017-05-30, 08:49 AM (ISO 8601)
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Re: Iron Chef Optimisation Challenge in the Playground LXXXVI
Handbooks:
Shax's Indispensable Haversack, TWF OffHandbook
Builds:
Archon of Nine, Jellobomber, King of Pong, Lightning Thief
Spells:
Druidzilla, Healbot, Gish
Iron Chef:
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2017-05-31, 04:18 AM (ISO 8601)
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Re: Iron Chef Optimisation Challenge in the Playground LXXXVI
How in the nine hells did I miss this?
Whatever, subscribing.Cool elan Illithid Slayer by linkele.
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2017-05-31, 04:24 AM (ISO 8601)
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Re: Iron Chef Optimisation Challenge in the Playground LXXXVI
Since things starting to look up on the horrible situation I've been going through in my work life, and I'm currently on a break from DMing, I really want to get an entry in for this one.
Hope to have the bulk of it completely before the end of the weekend!My winning competition entries: Kinvig Arrumskor | The Great Pumpkinhead | Wynfrith d'Acker
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2017-05-31, 04:07 PM (ISO 8601)
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2017-05-31, 04:29 PM (ISO 8601)
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Re: Iron Chef Optimisation Challenge in the Playground LXXXVI
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2017-05-31, 06:24 PM (ISO 8601)
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2017-06-01, 11:11 AM (ISO 8601)
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Re: Iron Chef Optimisation Challenge in the Playground LXXXVI
Maybe if i got two weeks advance notice, lol.
You're just being nice. I dare you to find one good build or gimmick from me. lol.
I have an idea or two for this round, but it would take me weeks to research it (I've never been able to get damage out of a build).
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2017-06-01, 01:14 PM (ISO 8601)
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Re: Iron Chef Optimisation Challenge in the Playground LXXXVI
Well, we can't find any if you don't put anything out there.
Don't like that paraphrased platitude? Here's another one: You can't succeed if you don't try.
Seriously, I'm no august and learned 3.5 scholar. I'm certainly not that good as far as optimization goes. But I've managed to sneak a few medals here and there over the years. And most of that was sheer determination. Heck, one of my favorite builds (that I have built) placed silver (and believe me, it had no business doing so) just based on sheer entertainment value. As far as optimization went, it wasn't really anything special.
So give it a shot!
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2017-06-01, 01:39 PM (ISO 8601)
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2017-06-02, 08:57 PM (ISO 8601)
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Re: Iron Chef Optimisation Challenge in the Playground LXXXVI
Iron Chef is best learned by doing, and honestly, no one is going to make a fuss about an uninspiring build. I've submitted more than a few builds that ranked in the bottom half, but no one remembers them unless I remind them (or unless I took Honorable Mention, which has been my goal more than once). But you never know—you might come up with something amazing. We've had rookie medalists before. It's not even that uncommon, if for no other reason than that the fresh perspective might help you avoid some ruts that the regulars don't realize they're in.
As far as what I'm doing this round, this ingredient is definitely singing to me, but I don't have any ideas that seem non-obvious. That, and I'm way more busy than I expected to be, though I might have about a week off before I need to start studying for my next exam (if anyone is familiar with the CPCU insurance designation, that's what I'm working on. If you're not familiar with it, don't bother looking it up, because you'll find it boring unless you're in the insurance biz). No promises, but I'm hopeful that I'll stumble across an idea when I least expect it.In the Beginning Was the Word, and the Word Was Suck: A Guide to Truenamers
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2017-06-02, 10:10 PM (ISO 8601)
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Re: Iron Chef Optimisation Challenge in the Playground LXXXVI
I've got the basics done.
Was there the normal amount of cooking time for this one? Feels quite short.My winning competition entries: Kinvig Arrumskor | The Great Pumpkinhead | Wynfrith d'Acker
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2017-06-02, 10:28 PM (ISO 8601)
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Re: Iron Chef Optimisation Challenge in the Playground LXXXVI
I've got a new fantasy TTRPG about running your own fencing school in a 3 musketeers pastiche setting. Book coming soon.
Check out my NEW sci-fi TTRPG about first contact. Cool alien races, murderous AIs, and more. New expansion featuring rules for ships! New book here NOW!
Iron Chef Medals!
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2017-06-02, 10:35 PM (ISO 8601)
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Re: Iron Chef Optimisation Challenge in the Playground LXXXVI
In the Beginning Was the Word, and the Word Was Suck: A Guide to Truenamers
My compiled Iron Chef stuff!
~ Gay all day, queer all year ~
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2017-06-03, 02:14 PM (ISO 8601)
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Re: Iron Chef Optimisation Challenge in the Playground LXXXVI
I double-checked; May has 30 days. It even has an additional day
In other news, Vizzini is actively pointing and laughing at my build idea.
ETA: The copy of Shattered Gates of Slaughtergarde I'm looking at does not explicitly include the "even if you do not meet the prerequisites" verbiage for the Improved Feint Bonus Feat. Do we need the prerequisite?Last edited by Amphetryon; 2017-06-03 at 02:24 PM.
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2017-06-03, 04:04 PM (ISO 8601)
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2017-06-03, 07:22 PM (ISO 8601)
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Re: Iron Chef Optimisation Challenge in the Playground LXXXVI
Chuggin away - not sure how much more I will get done before the end of Sunday.
Wish I had have read the actual date earlier instead of assuming I had longer. I fear I won't have anything but the bare skeleton done by the time of reveal. I'll see how I'm going, and may plead an extension when the deadline gets closer.My winning competition entries: Kinvig Arrumskor | The Great Pumpkinhead | Wynfrith d'Acker
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2017-06-05, 04:43 PM (ISO 8601)
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2017-06-05, 11:41 PM (ISO 8601)
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Re: Iron Chef Optimisation Challenge in the Playground LXXXVI
I've got a new fantasy TTRPG about running your own fencing school in a 3 musketeers pastiche setting. Book coming soon.
Check out my NEW sci-fi TTRPG about first contact. Cool alien races, murderous AIs, and more. New expansion featuring rules for ships! New book here NOW!
Iron Chef Medals!
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2017-06-05, 11:53 PM (ISO 8601)
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Re: Iron Chef Optimisation Challenge in the Playground LXXXVI
My winning competition entries: Kinvig Arrumskor | The Great Pumpkinhead | Wynfrith d'Acker
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2017-06-06, 11:11 AM (ISO 8601)
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Re: Iron Chef Optimisation Challenge in the Playground LXXXVI
I certainly wouldn't mind an extension.
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2017-06-07, 02:02 AM (ISO 8601)
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2017-06-07, 03:25 AM (ISO 8601)
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Re: Iron Chef Optimisation Challenge in the Playground LXXXVI
I hope people do not mind me butting in like this, but I think it’s important for me to state just how much I respect this thread, the people who run it, and the people who participate in it, especially the veterans. Whilst the Weekly Optimization Showcase from back in the day has helped me with strong and partially somewhat builds (I love Edge of Light as well as Slash and Burn in particular). I love the sheer creativity on display during these threads and how people are turning even some of the most convoluted of Prestige Classes into a build that functions amazingly.
From the guy who continuously floats in a 10ft Astral Bubble to a monk who charges by falling, three times a turn. From a Weasel who attaches as a Bear to a Lance thrower who teleports next to his foes. The creativity and flavour of these characters are amazing, and I cannot wait to see where else the Iron Chef challenge may take us. Even if I do not have the game knowledge needed to become to join the ranks of an Iron Chef, or a judge to help show my appreciation, I hope people do not mind if I stick around to watch
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2017-06-07, 03:30 AM (ISO 8601)
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Cool elan Illithid Slayer by linkele.
Editor/co-writer of Magicae Est Potestas, a crossover between Artemis Fowl and Undertale. Ao3 FanFiction.net DeviantArt
We also have a TvTropes page!
Currently playing: Red Hand of Doom(campaign journal)Campaign still going on, but journal discontinued until further notice.
Extended sig here.
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2017-06-07, 06:47 AM (ISO 8601)
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Re: Iron Chef Optimisation Challenge in the Playground LXXXVI
Also, very glad that you started linking the builds as well. I can't believe you didn't do so for the first 70+ threads through, going to make checking up on the winning builds that much harder...
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2017-06-07, 06:49 AM (ISO 8601)
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Cool elan Illithid Slayer by linkele.
Editor/co-writer of Magicae Est Potestas, a crossover between Artemis Fowl and Undertale. Ao3 FanFiction.net DeviantArt
We also have a TvTropes page!
Currently playing: Red Hand of Doom(campaign journal)Campaign still going on, but journal discontinued until further notice.
Extended sig here.
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2017-06-07, 06:58 AM (ISO 8601)
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2017-06-07, 07:06 AM (ISO 8601)
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Re: Iron Chef Optimisation Challenge in the Playground LXXXVI
Cool elan Illithid Slayer by linkele.
Editor/co-writer of Magicae Est Potestas, a crossover between Artemis Fowl and Undertale. Ao3 FanFiction.net DeviantArt
We also have a TvTropes page!
Currently playing: Red Hand of Doom(campaign journal)Campaign still going on, but journal discontinued until further notice.
Extended sig here.