Stolen Fate: Twin Destinies of the Starlit Sentinel, Ignite!

Creating your character

Prior to your first session, create a character of level and wealth matching the party in your game's Foundry server. I recommend a premium account on Pathbuilder (https://pathbuilder2e.com/), which supports character creation using the table's variant rules and allow for easy import into Foundry via the Pathmuncher module (https://foundryvtt.com/packages/pathmuncher). For detailed character creation options and restrictions, refer to the "Homebrew Rules" section. For information about the current party composition and any third-party rules the table has agreed to use, see the "Recruitment Notes" section. You're also welcome to use the game's dedicated character creation channel on Discord to propose builds and coordinate with other players, or to use the GM as a resource for answering questions or importing characters into the game server.

Preparing for the session

For the best experience at my table, you'll need: ◆ Familiarity with the Player's Guide (https://downloads.paizo.com/StolenFatePlayersGuide.pdf) ◆ A desktop or laptop computer ◆ Foundry Lightweight Client (https://flc.ruleplaying.com/) or a Chromium-based web browser ◆ A Discord account I also recommend: ◆ A mouse and discrete graphics card ◆ Headphones or earbuds ◆ A video camera ◆ A premium account on Pathbuilder (https://pathbuilder2e.com/) If you need any special accommodations for inclusion at my table, please reach out to me and I'll do my best to provide them.

What Saoirse, Veil Adept brings to the table

In my rendition of "Stolen Fate", you can look forward to: ✨ Star Power: In addition to combining the power of two of your favorite classes, all players will get to combine the destiny-forging power of the harrow with the emotion-fueled power of the Starlit Sentinel archetype. Like your favorite magical girls, you'll draw strength from two worlds... and you'll have to balance both of them to prevail. 🫂 Strength in Togetherness: As you forge bonds with your teammates and the people from all around the world that you protect, you'll gain access to expanded Starlit Sentinel feats tailored to your specific zodiac and the relationships you forge. But be warned... protecting them may mean keeping your true identity a secret. 🌟 Immersion: Enjoy a premium VTT experience with sophisticated automation, varied soundtracks, and an extensive library of assets. You'll experience original and player-driven expansions to the adventure, presented with a professional polish that matches published content.

Homebrew rules

Character Advancement: By Milestone Starting Wealth: ◆ Permanent items and currency from the Treasure for New Characters table (https://2e.aonprd.com/Rules.aspx?ID=587) ◆ One relic, whose seed is base weapon, shield, set of armor, or worn item granting a +1 item bonus to one skill, with two aspects and the following gifts: ⋄⋄ Two minor gifts and one major gift from either aspect ⋄⋄ At level 13, a second major gift from either aspect ⋄⋄ At level 17, one grand gift from either aspect Armor and weapon relics may substitute property runes for all relic gifts except the first minor gift (https://2e.aonprd.com/Rules.aspx?ID=3256). Variant Rules: ◆ Dual-Class PCs (gain the features and training of two classes) ◆ Free Archetype (gain an extra archetype feat at even levels). ◆ Gradual Ability Boost (boost an attribute at most levels, rather than several at once at levels 5/10/15/20). House Rules: ◆ Expanded Starlit Sentinel Archetype: Players can access a greatly expanded set of feats to customize their Starlit Sentinel, including martial options, new focus spells, and powers unique to each constellation. Free Access: ◆ All options from the Player's Guide (https://downloads.paizo.com/StolenFatePlayersGuide.pdf) ◆ The Exemplar, Gunslinger, and Inventor classes, and their multiclass archetypes ◆ All uncommon options from "Lost Omens: Tian Xia Character Guide" ◆ All other uncommon options from any region in Tian Xia ◆ Uncommon options with a strong association with the character's zodiac sign (see Tian Xia Character Guide 21-23); ask the GM ◆ Your choice of: ⋄⋄ One uncommon/rare ancestry or versatile heritage ⋄⋄ One uncommon/rare archetype ⋄⋄ One uncommon/rare alchemical formula, ritual, or spell ⋄⋄ All uncommon options from one chosen organization or home region ◆ Others with GM approval, typically because they fit the character's fiction Prohibited Character Options: ◆ Options that have the unholy trait or grant a character that trait ◆ Spoiler-marked options from "Stolen Fate" ◆ Options prohibited on a case-by-case basis for breaking genre or causing problematic play patterns. In some cases, the GM can provide a more suitable replacement. Special Notes: All characters gain "Starlit Sentinel Dedication" as a bonus feat at level 2, but they aren't required to finish that dedication before selecting other dedications. Each character must be an agent of a different zodiac sign. Third-Party Character Options: In addition to Paizo-published character options, the GM has access to a selection of third-party character options: ◆ Paizo playtest materials for upcoming source books ◆ Lore-appropriate options from Starfinder 2E ◆ Ancestries from Roll for Combat's Battlezoo line of third-party sourcebooks So long as there is unanimous agreement from all players to introduce this material, the GM will make it available upon request. Check the adventure's recruiting notes for information on which third-party materials, if any, the table is using.

How Saoirse, Veil Adept creates a safe table

Stolen Fate presents action and adventure that abides by the Pathfinder Baseline guidelines set forth in Player Core (https://2e.aonprd.com/Rules.aspx?ID=488), with an emphasis on fighting fiends. Players may also want to use the game's magical girl aesthetics as a foundation for exploring some of that genre's signature themes: relationships, coming of age, contested visions of womanhood, the tension between responsibility and desire, and so on. To give the table the freest hand to explore these themes comfortably, I require that all player characters be of at least young adult age for their ancestry. If you're new to one of my tables, be sure to fill out my entrance survey (accessible through preparation materials), so that the table can account for your lines and veils in advance.