The Barbarian of the Beastlands [Archive] - Wizards Community

The Barbarian of the Beastlands [Archive] - Wizards Community

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Jodjod
05-20-05, 03:27 PM First off, I'll let you know I'm joining a high level game set in Faerun and after much deliberation (I decided against a bugbear, werebear, bear-totem barbarian character :P) I've decided upon a concept that had made me very excited. A multiclassed Bear-Totem Barbarian and Paladin of Freedom.

Now, assuming you've read this far I've got some plans for him. I see him as having a relatively small following, perhaps 50 or so followers or so who agree with his views on chaos and good standing steadfast against law and evil. My ultimate goal for him is for him to have his own domain/kingdom with the Beastlands.

His motivation on the material/other planes for the moment could be gathering additional chaotic good followers and increasing his power in the run up to an invasion of a portion of the Beastlands. I don't expect the dragons, dryads and deities will be too pleased about some uppity dwarf trying to make a name for himself.

As I've said before, I think the possibility of being exiled is interesting. Another alternative (and far more interesting IMO) is that he is the current leader of his clan (his followers...would tie in nicely) and wants to lead his people to greatness. Perhaps a few of his family are still alive...a old love interest, a kooky druid brother/uncle/sister/whatever (his cohort, perhaps) etcetera.

His actual personality would be contemplative and forceful, but not too bright. I realise this may be playing into the dumb barbarian cliche a bit too much for comfort BUT I hope his insightfulness will compensate for his lack of raw knowledge.

Any ideas for this character? I'd love to hear some quirks and additional motivation ideas.
MT-296 "Dagger"
05-20-05, 07:20 PM Invading a Good aligned Plane? Nooooooo, That would a evil evil act. As all of the creatures of the Beastlands are NG/CG and Mielikki would kick your butt to high heaven! As she is an Intermediate Goddess. Now if you invaded the Nine Hells that would be diffrent. And There are Guardianals and Eladrins their also. I could also see Silvanus getting involved. Do you really want to face off against nature Itself? Hmmm and I think the Seldarine might get involved, Solonor, Rilfane, And I could keep on and on. You will Lose. So dont do it if you want your character to live
Jodjod
05-21-05, 03:11 AM Groan...I thought that might be aproblem. I was seeing the invasion force as more of a safety net, incase some of those Beastlanders don't take kindly to the settlement of some dwarves on an empty abandoned bit of forest.
MT-296 "Dagger"
05-21-05, 01:42 PM Your just settling in an empty place there? Thats a Whole different story then! There are a few settlements all across the Beastlands. So unless your DM is a sadistic fool or does not know his planes. It should be fine.

Post/Author/DateTime	Post
Jodjod 05-20-05, 03:27 PM	First off, I'll let you know I'm joining a high level game set in Faerun and after much deliberation (I decided against a bugbear, werebear, bear-totem barbarian character :P) I've decided upon a concept that had made me very excited. A multiclassed Bear-Totem Barbarian and Paladin of Freedom. Now, assuming you've read this far I've got some plans for him. I see him as having a relatively small following, perhaps 50 or so followers or so who agree with his views on chaos and good standing steadfast against law and evil. My ultimate goal for him is for him to have his own domain/kingdom with the Beastlands. His motivation on the material/other planes for the moment could be gathering additional chaotic good followers and increasing his power in the run up to an invasion of a portion of the Beastlands. I don't expect the dragons, dryads and deities will be too pleased about some uppity dwarf trying to make a name for himself. As I've said before, I think the possibility of being exiled is interesting. Another alternative (and far more interesting IMO) is that he is the current leader of his clan (his followers...would tie in nicely) and wants to lead his people to greatness. Perhaps a few of his family are still alive...a old love interest, a kooky druid brother/uncle/sister/whatever (his cohort, perhaps) etcetera. His actual personality would be contemplative and forceful, but not too bright. I realise this may be playing into the dumb barbarian cliche a bit too much for comfort BUT I hope his insightfulness will compensate for his lack of raw knowledge. Any ideas for this character? I'd love to hear some quirks and additional motivation ideas.
MT-296 "Dagger" 05-20-05, 07:20 PM	Invading a Good aligned Plane? Nooooooo, That would a evil evil act. As all of the creatures of the Beastlands are NG/CG and Mielikki would kick your butt to high heaven! As she is an Intermediate Goddess. Now if you invaded the Nine Hells that would be diffrent. And There are Guardianals and Eladrins their also. I could also see Silvanus getting involved. Do you really want to face off against nature Itself? Hmmm and I think the Seldarine might get involved, Solonor, Rilfane, And I could keep on and on. You will Lose. So dont do it if you want your character to live
Jodjod 05-21-05, 03:11 AM	Groan...I thought that might be aproblem. I was seeing the invasion force as more of a safety net, incase some of those Beastlanders don't take kindly to the settlement of some dwarves on an empty abandoned bit of forest.
MT-296 "Dagger" 05-21-05, 01:42 PM	Your just settling in an empty place there? Thats a Whole different story then! There are a few settlements all across the Beastlands. So unless your DM is a sadistic fool or does not know his planes. It should be fine.