Corvus Corone- The Wandering Crow, the Eyes of Death [Archive] - Wizards Community

Corvus Corone- The Wandering Crow, the Eyes of Death [Archive] - Wizards Community

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Chrono Nexus
02-10-07, 10:24 PM I've finished with my character. :)
http://img265.imageshack.us/img265/1550/redmoonom1.jpg
by Jason Engle (http://images.google.com/imgres?imgurl=http://www.jaestudio.com/CityofTwilight.jpg&imgrefurl=http://www.jaestudio.com/JAE-2004-Books.html&h=932&w=720&sz=91&hl=en&start=18&tbnid=1vJhvGr8goVcNM:&tbnh=147&tbnw=114&prev=/images%3Fq%3Dninja%2Braven%26svnum%3D10% 26hl%3Den%26safe%3Doff%26sa%3DG)

Name: Corvus Corone ("Cor") Experience: /1000
Race: Karasu Class/Levels: Rogue 1
Alignment: Chaotic Neutral

HP: /7
AC: 15 = 10 + 2(dex) + 3(armor) OR 14 = 10 + 2(dex) + 2(size)

Abilities
Str: 14 = +2
Dex: 14 = +2
Con: 12 = +1
Int: 16 = +3
Wis: 12 = +1
Cha: 8 = -1

Attacks:
Sickle: Melee +2, 1d6+2 slash, 20x2 crit
Light Crossbow: Ranged (80ft) +2, 1d6 pierc, 20x3 crit

Saves:
Fort: 1 = 0 +1
Ref: 4 = 2 +2
Will: 1 = 0 +1

Skills:
Total ranks-44
Balance: +5 = 4 +2 -1
Bluff: +3 = 4 -1
Climb: +1 = +2 -1
Diplomacy: -1 = -1
Disable Device +7 = 4 +3
Disguise: +3 = 4 -1
Gather Information: -1 = -1
Hide:+ 5 = 4 +2 -1
Jump: +5 = 4 +2 -1
Listen: +1
Move Silently: 5 = 4 +2 -1
Search: 7 = 4 +3
Sense Motive: +1
Sleight of Hand: +5 = 4 +2 -1
Spot: +5 = 4 +1
Swim: +0 = +2 -2
Tumble:+ 5 = 4 +2 -1
Languages Known: Common, Rokugani, Sylvan, Giant

Feats:
Total Feats-1
Combat Expertise

Class Features:
Sneak Attack +1d6
Trapfinding

Racial Qualities:
-2 Charisma, +2 Intelligence.
Medium Humanoid (shapechanger subtype)
Change Shape (Su): Karasu can assume the form of a crow. When shifting, gear worn on the karasu's human
form melds into the crow form and becomes nonfunctional. In crow form, their size is changed to tiny. They
have a base land speed of 10. They gain the following size bonuses: +2 to attack, +2 to Armor Class, and +8
to hide checks. Their Strength score is reduced by 10 (minimum of 1). They gain a flight speed of 40 ft.
(average), and they can use their beak as a natural weapon for 1d2 piercing damage (may use dex in place of
str for this attack).
Lowlight Vision
Mimicry: All karasu have the ability to perfectly mimic the voice of another creature, provided they have
heard the creature speak before. This is an extraordinary ability.
Spell-like Abilities: Ventriloquism 1/day as a sorcerer of their character level
Language Talent: Speak Language is always considered a class skill for karasu.
Favored Class: Ninja.

Money: 10 gp, 8 sp, 8 cp

Carrying Capacity:
Light- 58 lb.
Medium- 59 lb.-116 lb.
Heavy- 117 lb. -175 lb.
Lift Over Head- 117 lb.
Lift Off Ground- 234 lb.
Drag/Pull- 585 lb.

Equipment:
Sickle - 15 gp, 2 lb.
Light Crossbow - 35 gp, 4 lb.
Bolts, crossbow (30) - 3 gp, 3 lb.
Studded Leather - 26 gp, 20 lb.
Backpack - 2 gp, 2 lb.
Bedroll - 1 sp, 5 lb.
Flint and Steel - 1 gp, 0 lb.
Compass - 1 gp, 0 lb.
Canvas - 1 sp, 1 lb.
Torch x 1 - 1 cp, 1 lb.
Waterskin - 1 gp, 4 lb.
Soap - 5 sp, 1 lb.
Peasants Outfit x 2 - 4 sp, 4 lb.
Rations x 2 - 1 gp, 2 lb.
Thieves Tools - 30 gp, 1 lb.
Broken Sword- 0 gp, 5 lb.
Fishing Rod- 0 gp, 0 lb.
Holy Symbol, Wooden (amaranth) - 1 gp, 0 lb.
Total Carried: 58 lb.

Appearance: Corvus, or Cor as he prefers to be called by his friends, has long black hair, pale features, and a thin long nose. His attire seems utilitarian, but very old fashioned- almost to the point of disrepair. A kind of studded jacket hangs from his shoulders and a cloth sash hides his face. The thinning brownish fabrics hint at a his lightly muscled form, and they seem to fit poorly on his smallish body. The rusted sickle bound at his waist and the crossbow hanging from his back appear well used. His sunken black pupils remind you of a deep pit. Hanging from a copper chain encircling his neck is a simple wooden amulet in the form of some six petal flower.

Background: Cor is a Karasu- a kind of human/crow shape-shifter. Cor was born into service under his Tengu grandfather as a spy and informant for many years... he dreamed of freedom, but feared the retribution the House would inflict upon him for disobedience. Cor's skills in the hidden arts were recognized and his status and renown in the House grew. As a rite of passage into his ancestor's personal guard, Cor was given a special mission. His orders were to kidnap the daughter of a Daimyo in a nearby land.
This Samurai's name was Tokui Shin, and he was honored throughout the region as a hero of the last war. Tokui Shin's fame was matched only by the renown of his daughter- Karei's beauty was haled throughout the kingdom as that of a goddess's. For miles suitors lined the roads, if only to gain a glance of her face.
Master Tokui was a just and honorable warrior, and refused to deal in any form of evil. When he was approached by the Oni (Cor's Tengu Ancestor) he vehemently rejected the monster’s demands... that he give up his daughter to it. Enraged, the Tengu laid a curse upon Tokui and fled. Tokui, fearing for his daughter's safety, kept her under lock and key, and did not allow her face to be seen by any but trusted suitors and friends.
Cor laid a plan: That he would disguise himself as a suitor, and infiltrate the Daimyo's heavily guarded home to steal his daughter away. But Corvus ignored a factor in his plan- the daughter's beauty and kindness were great enough to shake even his dead and withered heart. Under guise of a foreign noble, Corvus spent many months living closely with the Shin family. After a time, Karei began to return his affections, and love blossomed. They made plans to wed, and with Tokui's permission, the ceremony's date was set. But two black eyes were still watching... the Tengu Lord knew of his grandson's treachery, and laid a plan of his own.
On the day of the wedding Corvus and Karei stood together, and just as they were about to consummate their love, the daitengu struck. His blade was meant for Cor, but in an instant Karei pushed Corvus aside. He stabbed Karei with the poisoned sword, and she fell to the ground as though dead. Tokui in a rage slayed the demon, his katana cleaving it in half, but the deed was done. Karei was dying as the evil in her wound spread...
His true self revealed, Corvus prostrated before the samurai, and begged for his life. Tokui would have killed the Karasu, but Corvus's knowledge of Tengu poisons could serve in reviving his daughter.
Corvus tried everything he could, with the help of the best doctors, but nothing could seem to reawaken Karei from her sleep. The knife that stabbed her was obsidian, and tainted with the evil of the darklands... and even for the hard work of the wise women, Karei's days were numbered. Only one herb has the power to heal such an evil in all the world... a petal of the Amaranth, the eternal flower. Said to bloom only in moonlight on the highest mountain peaks, it's holy purity can wash away the evil that infects Karei.
Setting out into the far world, Cor searches in hope of finding the cure that will save his love...

Personality: Cor spent his entire life under the dominion of his house and grandfather, so the newfound freedom of travel and adventure seem like a pleasure in themselves. Cor likes making new friends, but his ultimate goal in finding a cure can sometimes conflict with the party's desire for rest or downtime. Being a crow, he has a disposition to match. Some find his familiarity with death discomforting, and his outlook can seem depressing. Cor also enjoys fishing, and lying in fields gazing at the sky.

Quirks: Cor doesn't trust people that don't speak or can't remember his name. He also doesn't like putting his life in the hands of suicidal maniacs (aka paladins).

//Thanks for all the help folks!
trickydevl666
02-10-07, 11:33 PM Hmmm... I would suggest chaotic neutral... but that's what I always suggest x.X But I believe it would work, because although he started with evil intentions, he disregarded what his family wanted and tradition to do what he wanted.
He would probably be broody, worried, very introverted. Maybe a tad bit short tempered. Definitely secretive.... hmm... I don't know what else to day... I like the story, and the whole trying to bring back his dying love sort of thing as well...
Fithero
02-11-07, 12:34 AM Thats a pretty damn awsome background.... for a 10th lvl character.

Your character is only a 1st level rogue... a 1st lvl commoner could kill him with a single blow from a quaterstaff! (not really something an assassian/body guard wants)

His stats dont really match up with his background.

Perhaps if you back tracked the characters background a bit, to when he was just in the service of his Tengu ancestor... when he was a spy.

Hope this helps some.

Peace
Chrono Nexus
02-11-07, 12:50 AM Well, the thing is, I don't really care if his level reflects his background. I just want a dynamic story. Besides, I can think of in story reasons for his inexperience. Perhaps Tengu master was only testing the water by sending in one of his weaker servants. Or I can change the story so that the objective of the mission isn't assassination, but instead blackmail (by holding the daughter hostage).
Fithero
02-11-07, 04:51 AM Ok dude, have fun with that.

Im gonna go play a game with Lord Drakus Iron-Helm, High Marshal of the Kingdom of Fafnier: Slayer of demon lords, tamer of dragons, saviour of the 5 nations of Kaladier.....

...he's my 1st lvl paladin :ayyyy!:
Chrono Nexus
02-11-07, 11:06 PM Finished :D
Now to find a DM that will allow such an exotic character http://img295.imageshack.us/img295/7694/ninjacq9.gif
camirblu
02-15-07, 03:42 PM Very nice PC. Hope you find your DM. I'd suggest 2nd level, though...and not all demons are highly powerful, though Cor's race brings in its own abilities.

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Chrono Nexus 02-10-07, 10:24 PM	I've finished with my character. :) http://img265.imageshack.us/img265/1550/redmoonom1.jpg by Jason Engle (http://images.google.com/imgres?imgurl=http://www.jaestudio.com/CityofTwilight.jpg&imgrefurl=http://www.jaestudio.com/JAE-2004-Books.html&h=932&w=720&sz=91&hl=en&start=18&tbnid=1vJhvGr8goVcNM:&tbnh=147&tbnw=114&prev=/images%3Fq%3Dninja%2Braven%26svnum%3D10% 26hl%3Den%26safe%3Doff%26sa%3DG) Name: Corvus Corone ("Cor") Experience: /1000 Race: Karasu Class/Levels: Rogue 1 Alignment: Chaotic Neutral HP: /7 AC: 15 = 10 + 2(dex) + 3(armor) OR 14 = 10 + 2(dex) + 2(size) Abilities Str: 14 = +2 Dex: 14 = +2 Con: 12 = +1 Int: 16 = +3 Wis: 12 = +1 Cha: 8 = -1 Attacks: Sickle: Melee +2, 1d6+2 slash, 20x2 crit Light Crossbow: Ranged (80ft) +2, 1d6 pierc, 20x3 crit Saves: Fort: 1 = 0 +1 Ref: 4 = 2 +2 Will: 1 = 0 +1 Skills: Total ranks-44 Balance: +5 = 4 +2 -1 Bluff: +3 = 4 -1 Climb: +1 = +2 -1 Diplomacy: -1 = -1 Disable Device +7 = 4 +3 Disguise: +3 = 4 -1 Gather Information: -1 = -1 Hide:+ 5 = 4 +2 -1 Jump: +5 = 4 +2 -1 Listen: +1 Move Silently: 5 = 4 +2 -1 Search: 7 = 4 +3 Sense Motive: +1 Sleight of Hand: +5 = 4 +2 -1 Spot: +5 = 4 +1 Swim: +0 = +2 -2 Tumble:+ 5 = 4 +2 -1 Languages Known: Common, Rokugani, Sylvan, Giant Feats: Total Feats-1 Combat Expertise Class Features: Sneak Attack +1d6 Trapfinding Racial Qualities: -2 Charisma, +2 Intelligence. Medium Humanoid (shapechanger subtype) Change Shape (Su): Karasu can assume the form of a crow. When shifting, gear worn on the karasu's human form melds into the crow form and becomes nonfunctional. In crow form, their size is changed to tiny. They have a base land speed of 10. They gain the following size bonuses: +2 to attack, +2 to Armor Class, and +8 to hide checks. Their Strength score is reduced by 10 (minimum of 1). They gain a flight speed of 40 ft. (average), and they can use their beak as a natural weapon for 1d2 piercing damage (may use dex in place of str for this attack). Lowlight Vision Mimicry: All karasu have the ability to perfectly mimic the voice of another creature, provided they have heard the creature speak before. This is an extraordinary ability. Spell-like Abilities: Ventriloquism 1/day as a sorcerer of their character level Language Talent: Speak Language is always considered a class skill for karasu. Favored Class: Ninja. Money: 10 gp, 8 sp, 8 cp Carrying Capacity: Light- 58 lb. Medium- 59 lb.-116 lb. Heavy- 117 lb. -175 lb. Lift Over Head- 117 lb. Lift Off Ground- 234 lb. Drag/Pull- 585 lb. Equipment: Sickle - 15 gp, 2 lb. Light Crossbow - 35 gp, 4 lb. Bolts, crossbow (30) - 3 gp, 3 lb. Studded Leather - 26 gp, 20 lb. Backpack - 2 gp, 2 lb. Bedroll - 1 sp, 5 lb. Flint and Steel - 1 gp, 0 lb. Compass - 1 gp, 0 lb. Canvas - 1 sp, 1 lb. Torch x 1 - 1 cp, 1 lb. Waterskin - 1 gp, 4 lb. Soap - 5 sp, 1 lb. Peasants Outfit x 2 - 4 sp, 4 lb. Rations x 2 - 1 gp, 2 lb. Thieves Tools - 30 gp, 1 lb. Broken Sword- 0 gp, 5 lb. Fishing Rod- 0 gp, 0 lb. Holy Symbol, Wooden (amaranth) - 1 gp, 0 lb. Total Carried: 58 lb. Appearance: Corvus, or Cor as he prefers to be called by his friends, has long black hair, pale features, and a thin long nose. His attire seems utilitarian, but very old fashioned- almost to the point of disrepair. A kind of studded jacket hangs from his shoulders and a cloth sash hides his face. The thinning brownish fabrics hint at a his lightly muscled form, and they seem to fit poorly on his smallish body. The rusted sickle bound at his waist and the crossbow hanging from his back appear well used. His sunken black pupils remind you of a deep pit. Hanging from a copper chain encircling his neck is a simple wooden amulet in the form of some six petal flower. Background: Cor is a Karasu- a kind of human/crow shape-shifter. Cor was born into service under his Tengu grandfather as a spy and informant for many years... he dreamed of freedom, but feared the retribution the House would inflict upon him for disobedience. Cor's skills in the hidden arts were recognized and his status and renown in the House grew. As a rite of passage into his ancestor's personal guard, Cor was given a special mission. His orders were to kidnap the daughter of a Daimyo in a nearby land. This Samurai's name was Tokui Shin, and he was honored throughout the region as a hero of the last war. Tokui Shin's fame was matched only by the renown of his daughter- Karei's beauty was haled throughout the kingdom as that of a goddess's. For miles suitors lined the roads, if only to gain a glance of her face. Master Tokui was a just and honorable warrior, and refused to deal in any form of evil. When he was approached by the Oni (Cor's Tengu Ancestor) he vehemently rejected the monster’s demands... that he give up his daughter to it. Enraged, the Tengu laid a curse upon Tokui and fled. Tokui, fearing for his daughter's safety, kept her under lock and key, and did not allow her face to be seen by any but trusted suitors and friends. Cor laid a plan: That he would disguise himself as a suitor, and infiltrate the Daimyo's heavily guarded home to steal his daughter away. But Corvus ignored a factor in his plan- the daughter's beauty and kindness were great enough to shake even his dead and withered heart. Under guise of a foreign noble, Corvus spent many months living closely with the Shin family. After a time, Karei began to return his affections, and love blossomed. They made plans to wed, and with Tokui's permission, the ceremony's date was set. But two black eyes were still watching... the Tengu Lord knew of his grandson's treachery, and laid a plan of his own. On the day of the wedding Corvus and Karei stood together, and just as they were about to consummate their love, the daitengu struck. His blade was meant for Cor, but in an instant Karei pushed Corvus aside. He stabbed Karei with the poisoned sword, and she fell to the ground as though dead. Tokui in a rage slayed the demon, his katana cleaving it in half, but the deed was done. Karei was dying as the evil in her wound spread... His true self revealed, Corvus prostrated before the samurai, and begged for his life. Tokui would have killed the Karasu, but Corvus's knowledge of Tengu poisons could serve in reviving his daughter. Corvus tried everything he could, with the help of the best doctors, but nothing could seem to reawaken Karei from her sleep. The knife that stabbed her was obsidian, and tainted with the evil of the darklands... and even for the hard work of the wise women, Karei's days were numbered. Only one herb has the power to heal such an evil in all the world... a petal of the Amaranth, the eternal flower. Said to bloom only in moonlight on the highest mountain peaks, it's holy purity can wash away the evil that infects Karei. Setting out into the far world, Cor searches in hope of finding the cure that will save his love... Personality: Cor spent his entire life under the dominion of his house and grandfather, so the newfound freedom of travel and adventure seem like a pleasure in themselves. Cor likes making new friends, but his ultimate goal in finding a cure can sometimes conflict with the party's desire for rest or downtime. Being a crow, he has a disposition to match. Some find his familiarity with death discomforting, and his outlook can seem depressing. Cor also enjoys fishing, and lying in fields gazing at the sky. Quirks: Cor doesn't trust people that don't speak or can't remember his name. He also doesn't like putting his life in the hands of suicidal maniacs (aka paladins). //Thanks for all the help folks!
trickydevl666 02-10-07, 11:33 PM	Hmmm... I would suggest chaotic neutral... but that's what I always suggest x.X But I believe it would work, because although he started with evil intentions, he disregarded what his family wanted and tradition to do what he wanted. He would probably be broody, worried, very introverted. Maybe a tad bit short tempered. Definitely secretive.... hmm... I don't know what else to day... I like the story, and the whole trying to bring back his dying love sort of thing as well...
Fithero 02-11-07, 12:34 AM	Thats a pretty damn awsome background.... for a 10th lvl character. Your character is only a 1st level rogue... a 1st lvl commoner could kill him with a single blow from a quaterstaff! (not really something an assassian/body guard wants) His stats dont really match up with his background. Perhaps if you back tracked the characters background a bit, to when he was just in the service of his Tengu ancestor... when he was a spy. Hope this helps some. Peace
Chrono Nexus 02-11-07, 12:50 AM	Well, the thing is, I don't really care if his level reflects his background. I just want a dynamic story. Besides, I can think of in story reasons for his inexperience. Perhaps Tengu master was only testing the water by sending in one of his weaker servants. Or I can change the story so that the objective of the mission isn't assassination, but instead blackmail (by holding the daughter hostage).
Fithero 02-11-07, 04:51 AM	Ok dude, have fun with that. Im gonna go play a game with Lord Drakus Iron-Helm, High Marshal of the Kingdom of Fafnier: Slayer of demon lords, tamer of dragons, saviour of the 5 nations of Kaladier..... ...he's my 1st lvl paladin :ayyyy!:
Chrono Nexus 02-11-07, 11:06 PM	Finished :D Now to find a DM that will allow such an exotic character http://img295.imageshack.us/img295/7694/ninjacq9.gif
camirblu 02-15-07, 03:42 PM	Very nice PC. Hope you find your DM. I'd suggest 2nd level, though...and not all demons are highly powerful, though Cor's race brings in its own abilities.