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PcSpider 09-30-03, 02:40 PM	I am going to play an iaitsu master this weekend, and I was wondering to all the DMs out there: Would you allow a I.M: to use a buckler in addition to the int bonus to ac? It is technically different bonuses, but I would like to hear your opinions. (Basically, I intend to enchant it with fire protection and arrow deflecting... Nice for fighting dragons and the whole "knocking away arrows with your hand" is :cool: )
Rian Lightblade 09-30-03, 05:05 PM	As a DM I would never allow an IM to use any type of shield. It is an completely foreign idea to the very conscept of the character. Nor would I allow any Samurai to use shields at any time. There is the stigma of dishonor in hidding behind a plank of wood. Nor would I, for that matter, allow a Samurai to even wear armor unless he engaging in a battle, with an established enemy, during a declared period of war or was going into the Shadowlands. I'm not just saying this as a DM but also as someone who has studied Japanese culture, religon, and history. (Masters Degree). However it is just a game and if your DM allows it, so be it! I would disagree, but that's me. If I were your DM and I did allow you to use a shield, it would be only be a buckler and I would give you negative modifiers to yours roll when attacking with any Samurai Weapon, (as the training would never incorperate the use of a shield, even one as simple as abuckler) and a dishonorable reputation if you ever used it in a duel.
Rian Lightblade 09-30-03, 05:06 PM	Oops spell concept wrong. So much for my education :D
Rian Lightblade 09-30-03, 05:08 PM	And incorporate. Damn i can't spell at all can I? I wish these boards had a spell checker.
bjorntfh 09-30-03, 07:25 PM	Since Samurai have no shield proficiency, WHY whould he use one? Get Datsanas (Which ARE allowed for duelests) and suck it up boy.
PcSpider 10-01-03, 02:22 AM	Okay, thanks! :whatsthis