Triumph of the Tusk into Spore War

Creating your character

Variant rules in play: Free Archetype, Gradual Ability Boosts, and Ancestry Paragon Character creation will happen before game during session 0 or via Discord if you are joining after the campaign has already started. I Typically focus on using officially released Pathfinder 2e content from Paizo, but I do have several Roll for Combat modules that can be used if anyone is interested. All other third party content will need to be approved and have an established foundry module to be considered. For those familiar with Pathbuilder, it is a great tool to help build your character. I am also available via Discord if you have any questions before or after session 0 about your character.

Preparing for the session

Players will need a free Discord Account as well as a free Forge account to access our VTT of choice - Foundry VTT. Please ensure you have a working headset and mic to be able to join in on the fun with us. Webcams are not required, but you can use one if you'd like.

What Jacob brings to the table

I will provide a discord server with dedicated text and voice channels for our game. I also provide the VTT Foundry via the Forge. The forge does require an account, but it is completely free.

Homebrew rules

1. Gradual Ability Boost - This popular variant rule is a favorite at most tables. However, because of Paizo's game design Pathfinder 2e and Starfinder 2e have very tight math windows that they expect players to be within. I have add a some guard rails to this variant rule to account for this. Martial characters can only improve their primary ability score at levels 5, 10, 15, & 20. Magus & Kineticist are considered martials for this rule. 2. Lore skills gained from your Background always gain the additional lore feat as a bonus feat. 3. All primary class casters receive a shadow signet ring for free at level 10. (Animist, Wizard, Psychic, etc.) 4. Automatic Rune Progression (including shields) is in place. This is not to be confused with Automatic Bonus Progression (item bonus still work in my games) 5. Recall Knowledge works as follows: Character rolls secret recall knowledge check and passes. GM will ask the character Offense, Defense, Special If the character picks offense they learn how martially adept the enemy is, if they have ranged, melee, or both attack types, and if the enemy can cast spells. If the character picks defense they will decide between two options: learn how armored the enemy is and the enemies highest and lowest save (if tied the GM gives a random answer) or if the enemy has any Immunities, weaknesses, or resistances. If the character picks special they learn all of the enemies special abilities. If the enemy has no special abilities the GM will provide the characters choice of offense or defense. If the enemy is unique and has many special abilities the GM will provide multiple answers and then inform the character there is more to learn. (If your character has abilities that proc off recall knowledge like Mastermind Rogue or Investigators Known Weakness you can continue to roll and if there is more information to be provided the GM will provide it. Otherwise, the continued rolls will just be for mechanical purposes.)

How Jacob creates a safe table

We will have a session 0 where we go over the basics of the game, character creation, and any question/concerns anyone has about the adventure path. I utilize a break typically a 10 minute break towards the middle of the session. Players can send me their Line and Veils directly in a Direct Message via Discord. I run all my game with an Open Door policy, which means if for any reason someone needs to step away from the campaign for a session, a couple of sessions, or the rest of the campaign that is acceptable. Real life always takes precedence over gaming life.