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4E Eberron Bestiary - Taalgrot

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#1
ieattrollsforbreakfast
Jun 17, 2008 11:54:42 Well, the books have been out for 11 days so it's about time I started making monsters again. I thought I'd go for something simple for my first try, and decided to convert an old favourite of mine.

Since the formatting is so much easier to read on my website, and since if I post the article here WotC can use it, I'll link you staight there:

The Taalgrot

IMAGE(http://www.dragon-above.com/4emonsters/art/taalgrot.jpg)

Enjoy

Constructive criticism is always welcome, especially since this is my first try with the new rules.
#2
snarky_monkey
Jun 17, 2008 15:57:55 I like it, though the vomit ability is sure to turn some heads, and probably some stomachs at my game table. ;)

Did you do the picture as well? It's really good!
#3
skrap-san
Jun 17, 2008 16:04:55 really nice, looking forward to your next write up.
#4
ieattrollsforbreakfast
Jun 18, 2008 7:30:18 Thanks guys

I know the vomit ability is a bit disgusting (someone said that when I posted the 3e version too!), but this is an aberration spawned by the Daelkyr after all!

The illustration is by Cameron Kolbe. You can see his Deviant Art page here: http://clkolbe.deviantart.com/
#5
JohnLynch
Jun 18, 2008 21:18:25 I like it

A few questions:
* How well playtested is this creature (I'm guessing not at all ;)).
* You used the DMG guides to create the creature, right?

I only ask because I do like the creature, especially its interesting background for such a low level monster, and would like to include it in my game ;)
#6
revvecor
Jun 18, 2008 21:49:02 I am glad to see that you are making(remaking) monsters. It is always good to have another source of unique creatures to draw from when my players begin to try and anticipate their upcoming opponents.

Great job!!!:D
#7
Dargurd
Jun 19, 2008 16:24:51 I love the monster and definately plan to make use of it.

Can i ask where did you get the stat block format from with the symbols - did you make that yourself ?
#8
ieattrollsforbreakfast
Jun 19, 2008 17:48:45 Once again, thanks for the comments everyone.

A few questions:
* How well playtested is this creature (I'm guessing not at all ;)).
* You used the DMG guides to create the creature, right?

You're right, it's not at all playtested, at least not yet. I think (hope!), though, given the maths behind 4E and the DMG rules, that it should work pretty well.

Yes, I used the DMG guidelines, modifying a few numbers here and there to fit the theme.

I only ask because I do like the creature, especially its interesting background for such a low level monster, and would like to include it in my game ;)

Thanks, that's what I like to hear

Can i ask where did you get the stat block format from with the symbols - did you make that yourself ?

I made it myself, though I copied the high-res attack/dice images from a PDF and resized them. All the symbols are available in the SRD if you're looking for them.
#9
JohnLynch
Jun 19, 2008 20:09:58
Yes, I used the DMG guidelines, modifying a few numbers here and there to fit the theme.

I'll have to see if I can't give it a whirl then, thanks
#10
Dargurd
Jun 19, 2008 23:07:19
I made it myself, though I copied the high-res attack/dice images from a PDF and resized them. All the symbols are available in the SRD if you're looking for them.

Thanks for the info I shall take a look.
#11
clkolbe
Jun 19, 2008 23:19:22 Gosh damn, your artist is incredible! You should give him a million dollars a picture! ^_^

Post/Author/DateTime	Post
#1 ieattrollsforbreakfast Jun 17, 2008 11:54:42	Well, the books have been out for 11 days so it's about time I started making monsters again. I thought I'd go for something simple for my first try, and decided to convert an old favourite of mine. Since the formatting is so much easier to read on my website, and since if I post the article here WotC can use it, I'll link you staight there: The Taalgrot Enjoy Constructive criticism is always welcome, especially since this is my first try with the new rules.
#2 snarky_monkey Jun 17, 2008 15:57:55	I like it, though the vomit ability is sure to turn some heads, and probably some stomachs at my game table. ;) Did you do the picture as well? It's really good!
#3 skrap-san Jun 17, 2008 16:04:55	really nice, looking forward to your next write up.
#4 ieattrollsforbreakfast Jun 18, 2008 7:30:18	Thanks guys I know the vomit ability is a bit disgusting (someone said that when I posted the 3e version too!), but this is an aberration spawned by the Daelkyr after all! The illustration is by Cameron Kolbe. You can see his Deviant Art page here: http://clkolbe.deviantart.com/
#5 JohnLynch Jun 18, 2008 21:18:25	I like it A few questions: * How well playtested is this creature (I'm guessing not at all ;)). * You used the DMG guides to create the creature, right? I only ask because I do like the creature, especially its interesting background for such a low level monster, and would like to include it in my game ;)
#6 revvecor Jun 18, 2008 21:49:02	I am glad to see that you are making(remaking) monsters. It is always good to have another source of unique creatures to draw from when my players begin to try and anticipate their upcoming opponents. Great job!!!:D
#7 Dargurd Jun 19, 2008 16:24:51	I love the monster and definately plan to make use of it. Can i ask where did you get the stat block format from with the symbols - did you make that yourself ?
#8 ieattrollsforbreakfast Jun 19, 2008 17:48:45	Once again, thanks for the comments everyone. A few questions: * How well playtested is this creature (I'm guessing not at all ;)). * You used the DMG guides to create the creature, right? You're right, it's not at all playtested, at least not yet. I think (hope!), though, given the maths behind 4E and the DMG rules, that it should work pretty well. Yes, I used the DMG guidelines, modifying a few numbers here and there to fit the theme. I only ask because I do like the creature, especially its interesting background for such a low level monster, and would like to include it in my game ;) Thanks, that's what I like to hear Can i ask where did you get the stat block format from with the symbols - did you make that yourself ? I made it myself, though I copied the high-res attack/dice images from a PDF and resized them. All the symbols are available in the SRD if you're looking for them.
#9 JohnLynch Jun 19, 2008 20:09:58	Yes, I used the DMG guidelines, modifying a few numbers here and there to fit the theme. I'll have to see if I can't give it a whirl then, thanks
#10 Dargurd Jun 19, 2008 23:07:19	I made it myself, though I copied the high-res attack/dice images from a PDF and resized them. All the symbols are available in the SRD if you're looking for them. Thanks for the info I shall take a look.
#11 clkolbe Jun 19, 2008 23:19:22	Gosh damn, your artist is incredible! You should give him a million dollars a picture! ^_^