Life of a Wizard CYOA

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Readingaccount: Jan 6, 2013; Law of the jungle

Welp, if vote changes are not allowed, then we're still ahead by 1.

And think of whatever love interest we have next, we can have a fourth Sheri.

# ? Aug 7, 2014 12:06

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MorphineMike: Nov 4, 2010

Turn Igor into Igore

# ? Aug 7, 2014 12:24

Mikl: Nov 8, 2009; Vote shit sandwich or the shit sandwich gets it!

First loves are sacred :colbert:

Igors aren't.

# ? Aug 7, 2014 12:57

Amnistar: Nov 6, 2008; I am a wizard, not a poet.

Sheri/Cheri/Sherry

# ? Aug 7, 2014 13:03

ThatPazuzu: Sep 8, 2011; I'm so depressed, I can't even blink.

Igor is gonna die.

# ? Aug 7, 2014 14:30

ThatPazuzu: Sep 8, 2011; I'm so depressed, I can't even blink.

quote:

I eagerly accepted their task, deciding to kill my friend from the Academy, Igor, as a sacrifice.
It was several weeks later when I was brought back to the altar by the thirteen leaders. I immediately saw that the day had come, Igor was lying across the stone surface, tied up and gagged. I stepped forward and took the offered silver knife from the hands of one of my mentors. My cut was clean and swift. It was over in moments. It was a tremendous sacrifice, and I could tell that my audience was very pleased with my dedication to the black art.

I was shown some very powerful Necromancy that night, as the undead was raised before me in ghost form which quickly dissipated into the nether. I had learned a lot, but not enough to capture spirits, yet. After the ceremony was complete, I returned to my room. I was amazed at how much I had learned about Necromancy in my five years at the Academy.
(Evil +50, Necromancy +20)

quote:

It was a nervous time for all students, when they reached the end of their fifth year. The courses had been difficult, and although I had learned a lot of magic, I was afraid of what my final grades would be. I remember being called into Archmage Lacius's office to see my final evaluation. Ciel, his raven, sat on a wooden stand in the corner as I looked over my grades.

Final Transcript for Krogg the Romk
Alchemy: Passed.
Conjuration: Passed.
Divination: Passed.
Enchantment: Passed.
Illusion: Passed.
Summoning: Passed.
Transmutation: Passed.

I breathed a great sigh of relief. I had passed all of my courses. I would be graduating and receiving my wizardly robes. I was the first of my kind to graduate from the Academy. It was a historic moment. This victory was even more exhilarating, due to my extra studies as a necromancer. "Congratulations," Archmage Lacius said as Ciel watched me from her stand with her black, shiny eyes.
I had done it. I was a graduate of the Academy. This was a great accomplishment for me, and I knew that it would definitely set me off on the right foot for the next stage of my life.
(Gained Wizardly Robes)

I remember packing up my bags, books, and other belongings. The Academy had been my home for five years, and I was a little nervous about what the future held. At least I wouldn't be alone; George, my rat, would be at my side. Even though I no longer had a schedule or teachers, my education as a wizard was far from over. I would continue to grow and learn for the rest of my life. I had a large decision to make; I had to decide if I would continue to be a necromancer or if I should generalize my studies.

I decided to specialize. I would become a necromancer.
I decided to diversify. I would study all of the magical arts.

STATS posted:

Krogg the Romk, a troll student
Age: 18
You are destined for hell: 102 evil karma
Body: 50%
Personality: 16%
Willpower: 20%
Fame: 2%

Gold: 0

INVENTORY:
A magical amulet that my grandfather used to own.
Ring of Courage
My wizardly robes

MAGIC:

Alchemy: 7%
Conjuration: 2%
Divination: 16%
Enchantment: 16%
Healing: 35%
Illusion: 16%
Necromancy: 35%
Summoning: 12%
Transmutation: 16%

KNOWLEDGE:

Arcana: 55%
Agriculture: 10%
Diplomacy: 25%
Economics:10%
Fighting: 77%
Geography: 5%
History: 40%
Nature: 15%
Religion: 5%
Smithing: 42%
Thievery: 0%
Warcraft: 10%

FRIENDS AND FOLLOWERS:
Familiar: George the rat
My horse named Horse

- a dwarf named Sheri, my girlfriend
- a fully functional metal golem (this was added a little bit ago but I forgot to change it)

FACTIONS:
Kingdom Citizens: 20
Royal Family: 0
Elves: -50
Dwarves: 10
Orcs: -30
Thieves Guild: 0
Mage Guild: 25
Fighter Guild: 0

# ? Aug 7, 2014 14:35

Darth TNT: Sep 20, 2013

quote:

Krogg the Romk, a troll student
Age: 18
You are destined for hell: 102 evil karma
Body: 50%
Personality: 16%
Willpower: 20%
Fame: 2%

Man this game is judge mental. :colbert:

It's not like we sacrificed Sherri. :shrug:

We should specialize, think of all the good we could do to save our soul with even more powerful necromancy!

# ? Aug 7, 2014 15:08

Kanthulhu: Apr 8, 2009; NO ONE SPOIL GAME OF THRONES FOR ME!

IF SOMEONE TELLS ME THAT OBERYN MARTELL AND THE MOUNTAIN DIE THIS SEASON, I'M GOING TO BE PISSED.

BUT NOT HALF AS PISSED AS I'D BE IF SOMEONE WERE TO SPOIL VARYS KILLING A LANISTER!!!

(Dany shits in a field)

Specialize. We are going to be first Troll Lich in history of Trollkind.

# ? Aug 7, 2014 15:09

Mygna: Sep 12, 2011

Darth TNT posted:

We should specialize, think of all the good we could do to save our soul with even more powerful necromancy!

Yeah, like binding it into the undead shell of our body, for example.

# ? Aug 7, 2014 15:11

petrol blue: Feb 9, 2013; sugar and spice
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Grow a goatee, twirl our tache, and double down on the necromancy.

# ? Aug 7, 2014 15:12

Nyaa: Jan 7, 2010; Like, Nyaa.

What happen to muscle Mage, guys?

Generalize :colbert:

# ? Aug 7, 2014 15:17

Bobbin Threadbare: Jan 2, 2009; I'm looking for a flock of urbanmechs.

Nyaa posted:

What happen to muscle Mage, guys?

Generalize

Our Body and Fighting skills are still sky-high, we're just a Muscle Necromancer now.

# ? Aug 7, 2014 15:18

Sindai: Jan 24, 2007; i want to achieve immortality through not dying

We're so metal we raise zombies by flexing. :black101:

Now that we've come this far might as well go full necromancy.

# ? Aug 7, 2014 15:55

Automatic Slim: Jul 1, 2007

Diversify.

# ? Aug 7, 2014 16:02

ThatPazuzu: Sep 8, 2011; I'm so depressed, I can't even blink.

quote:

I left the Academy and returned to Elmvale, my home village. Horse, my horse, seemed eager to be on the road. Sheri rushed out to greet me with a hug and a kiss, glad that I had returned.

I had a lot to think about, now that my life as a student was over. The next logical step for any wizard was to find traveling companions and set out on an adventure. I stayed a few weeks in my village, but I knew that this was no longer my home. I tearfully said goodbye to everyone, explaining that I needed some time alone to find my place in the world. I promised that I would send word as soon as I could. I mounted Horse and left my village. My destiny awaited.

quote:

I spent some time looking for a suitable adventuring party, which was more difficult than I had thought. I think that being a troll was making things even more difficult. I knew that I'd need a fighter, a thief and a cleric. A strong fighter would keep the enemies away while I cast my magic, a dexterous thief would open locks and find traps, and a wise cleric would heal us all when trouble occurred. Even though I could do a little of each job, I knew that it was important to have specialists so that I could concentrate on my magic. After nearly a year of searching, I came upon the solution: I would form the party myself. I rented a room at the Full Cup Inn in Tornassa and began to accept applicants. Sheri moved in with me and the innkeeper was nice enough to let us stay for free, provided that I promised to help with security or any other troubles that routinely cropped up.

First, I had to hire someone for the fighter position.
I considered Sheri, my girlfriend, for the fighter position.
I considered the golem I created for the fighter position.
~~I considered Grom, a dwarf who applied for the job, for the fighter position. (Needs to have Graduated and 25 Gold)~~
I considered Stewart, a man who applied for the job, for the fighter position.

quote:

I considered Sheri, my girlfriend, for the fighter position
Reasons to hire Sheri for the fighter position:
-I was in love.
-Dwarves make great fighters.

Reasons against:
-No fighting experience.

Overall fighter rating: 2

I considered the golem for the fighter position
Reasons to hire Sheri for the fighter position:
-He's made of iron.
-He's very strong.

Reasons against:
-He isn't very intelligent.
-No fighting experience.
-Has no equipment.

Overall fighter rating: 3

I considered Stewart, a man who applied for the job, for the fighter position
Reasons to hire Sheri for the fighter position:
-He applied for the job.

Reasons against:
-Low fighting experience.
-Has no equipment.

Overall fighter rating: 2

STATS posted:

Krogg the Romk, a troll necromancer
Age: 20
You are destined for hell: 102 evil karma
Body: 50%
Personality: 16%
Willpower: 20%
Fame: 2%

Gold: 0

INVENTORY:
A magical amulet that my grandfather used to own.
Ring of Courage
My wizardly robes

MAGIC:

Alchemy: 7%
Conjuration: 2%
Divination: 16%
Enchantment: 16%
Healing: 35%
Illusion: 16%
Necromancy: 35%
Summoning: 12%
Transmutation: 16%

KNOWLEDGE:

Arcana: 55%
Agriculture: 10%
Diplomacy: 25%
Economics:10%
Fighting: 77%
Geography: 5%
History: 40%
Nature: 15%
Religion: 5%
Smithing: 42%
Thievery: 0%
Warcraft: 10%

FRIENDS AND FOLLOWERS:
Familiar: George the rat
My horse named Horse

- a dwarf named Sheri, my girlfriend
- a fully functional metal golem

FACTIONS:
Kingdom Citizens: 20
Royal Family: 0
Elves: -50
Dwarves: 10
Orcs: -30
Thieves Guild: 0
Mage Guild: 25
Fighter Guild: 0

# ? Aug 7, 2014 16:14

Nyaa: Jan 7, 2010; Like, Nyaa.

Ironman is our best tank!

# ? Aug 7, 2014 16:19

Kanthulhu: Apr 8, 2009; NO ONE SPOIL GAME OF THRONES FOR ME!

IF SOMEONE TELLS ME THAT OBERYN MARTELL AND THE MOUNTAIN DIE THIS SEASON, I'M GOING TO BE PISSED.

BUT NOT HALF AS PISSED AS I'D BE IF SOMEONE WERE TO SPOIL VARYS KILLING A LANISTER!!!

(Dany shits in a field)

So, which option did we end up taking? It seems nothing changed in our stats.

Voting for our Golem, iGor, to be our fighter!

# ? Aug 7, 2014 16:26

ThatPazuzu: Sep 8, 2011; I'm so depressed, I can't even blink.

Kanthulhu posted:

So, which option did we end up taking? It seems nothing changed in our stats.

Voting for our Golem, iGor, to be our fighter!

quote:

Krogg the Romk, a troll necromancer

What type of wizard you choose to be does not have immediate effects, unlike many other choices.

# ? Aug 7, 2014 16:30

CommissarMega: Nov 18, 2008; THUNDERDOME LOSER

Kanthulhu posted:

iGor

Yes. YES. We must have this.

# ? Aug 7, 2014 16:46

petrol blue: Feb 9, 2013; sugar and spice
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iGor will protect us. Everyone knows the fighter doesn't need to be able to think, in fact it's probably a disadvantage when you're the ~~meat~~shield.

e: Also, our badass smithing skills will allow for field repairs!

# ? Aug 7, 2014 16:48

Dallbun: Apr 21, 2010

Jumping on the iGor bandwagon. It's not like he'll be our cleric or thief...

# ? Aug 7, 2014 16:58

Mikl: Nov 8, 2009; Vote shit sandwich or the shit sandwich gets it!

iGor punch the thing

# ? Aug 7, 2014 17:01

Slaan: Mar 16, 2009; ASHERAH DEMANDS I FEAST, I VOTE FOR A FEAST OF FLESH

Dallbun posted:

Jumping on the iGor bandwagon. It's not like he'll be our cleric or thief...

What, he would be an amazing thief!

Deadly traps to deal with? Charge right through them, can't hurt an iron body with a poison needle!
Big-rear end lock to deal with? Break that lock with your iron fists!
Guy that needs to go down in one shot, unexpectedly? Throw the fighter at the guys face with Golem Power. He will never expect it!

Sheri for Fighter, Golem for Thief

# ? Aug 7, 2014 17:08

Darth TNT: Sep 20, 2013

Stewart!

iGor is much better suites as a cleric, he can heal people by replacing lost flesh with steel.

# ? Aug 7, 2014 17:39

The_Final_Stand: Nov 2, 2013; So cute and cuddly

I think we need iGor as our ~~meat~~shield. Do you know how many immunities they have?!

# ? Aug 7, 2014 18:38

ThatPazuzu: Sep 8, 2011; I'm so depressed, I can't even blink.

quote:

He would need a name... iGor

quote:

Next, I had to hire someone for the thief position:

I considered Sheri, my girlfriend, for the thief position.
~~I considered Kal, a halfling who applied for the job, for the thief position. (Needs to have Graduated and 25 Gold)~~
I considered Maris, a woman who applied for the job, for the thief position.

quote:

I considered Sheri, my girlfriend, for the thief position
Reasons to hire Sheri for the fighter position:
-I was in love.

Reasons against:
-No thieving experience experience.
-Dwarves make poor thieves

Overall fighter rating: 0

I considered Maris, a woman who applied for the job, for the thief position
Reasons to hire Sheri for the fighter position:
-She applied for the job.

Reasons against:
-Low thieving experience.
-Has no equipment.

Overall fighter rating: 1

STATS posted:

Krogg the Romk, a troll necromancer
Age: 20
You are destined for hell: 102 evil karma
Body: 50%
Personality: 16%
Willpower: 20%
Fame: 2%

Gold: 0

INVENTORY:
A magical amulet that my grandfather used to own.
Ring of Courage
My wizardly robes

MAGIC:

Alchemy: 7%
Conjuration: 2%
Divination: 16%
Enchantment: 16%
Healing: 35%
Illusion: 16%
Necromancy: 35%
Summoning: 12%
Transmutation: 16%

KNOWLEDGE:

Arcana: 55%
Agriculture: 10%
Diplomacy: 25%
Economics:10%
Fighting: 77%
Geography: 5%
History: 40%
Nature: 15%
Religion: 5%
Smithing: 42%
Thievery: 0%
Warcraft: 10%

FRIENDS AND FOLLOWERS:
Familiar: George the rat
My horse named Horse

- a dwarf named Sheri, my girlfriend
- A golem named iGor, whom I created myself

FACTIONS:
Kingdom Citizens: 20
Royal Family: 0
Elves: -50
Dwarves: 10
Orcs: -30
Thieves Guild: 0
Mage Guild: 25
Fighter Guild: 0

# ? Aug 7, 2014 18:47

Galick: Nov 26, 2011; Why does Khajiit have to go to prison this time?

Maris, because she's vaguely competent.

VVV I stand by my vote. They're turning into zombies the second they fall, and we're not going to be wasting resources to train them up so they better be good from the start.

Galick fucked around with this message at 18:52 on Aug 7, 2014

# ? Aug 7, 2014 18:48

ThatPazuzu: Sep 8, 2011; I'm so depressed, I can't even blink.

I should probably explain the rating system, shouldn't I? Basically, it's how good they are at their job. While a high starting number is better, through training, experience, and equipment, anyone can become an exceptional member of your party.

# ? Aug 7, 2014 18:50

Nyaa: Jan 7, 2010; Like, Nyaa.

Sheri because she stole my heart!

# ? Aug 7, 2014 18:51

Saitorr: Dec 23, 2008; YES THE CARPET MATCHES THE DRAPES IN BOTH COLOR AND LENGTH

Sheri because drat it Nyaa beat me to it.

Even though we cheated on her.

Also who the gently caress is Meris? Can't trust her.

# ? Aug 7, 2014 18:53

100 HOGS AGREE: Oct 13, 2007; Grimey Drawer

Naw let's make Sheri do the Cleric job. Hire the rando.

# ? Aug 7, 2014 19:02

Kanthulhu: Apr 8, 2009; NO ONE SPOIL GAME OF THRONES FOR ME!

IF SOMEONE TELLS ME THAT OBERYN MARTELL AND THE MOUNTAIN DIE THIS SEASON, I'M GOING TO BE PISSED.

BUT NOT HALF AS PISSED AS I'D BE IF SOMEONE WERE TO SPOIL VARYS KILLING A LANISTER!!!

(Dany shits in a field)

I don't feel ok with trusting a random stranger that wants to apply to be a loving thief. That sounds like a horrible idea.

Let's instead give our girlfriend some pointy things to possibly stab us with when she finds out we were sleeping around the campus. Much better idea.

# ? Aug 7, 2014 19:06

JT Jag: Aug 30, 2009; #1 Jaguars Sunk Cost Fallacy-Haver

100 HOGS AGREE posted:

Naw let's make Sheri do the Cleric job. Hire the rando.

Agreed.

# ? Aug 7, 2014 19:13

Darth TNT: Sep 20, 2013

I think we should pick the random.
Sherri has intimate knowledge of Troll anatomie which will serve her well when she needs to heal our most important party member. Everyone else can be raised by us anyway.

# ? Aug 7, 2014 19:18

Slaan: Mar 16, 2009; ASHERAH DEMANDS I FEAST, I VOTE FOR A FEAST OF FLESH

Hire Sheri as the thief. We can't trust some random person to be our thief. They will probably just walk off with the money or something.

# ? Aug 7, 2014 19:54

M. Morgan: May 9, 2012

Kanthulhu posted:

I don't feel ok with trusting a random stranger that wants to apply to be a loving thief. That sounds like a horrible idea.

Let's instead give our girlfriend some pointy things to possibly stab us with when she finds out we were sleeping around the campus. Much better idea.

This guy is right, at least Sheri won't stab us while we sleep and run off with our loot.

# ? Aug 7, 2014 19:58

Bobbin Threadbare: Jan 2, 2009; I'm looking for a flock of urbanmechs.

I get the feeling Sheri would make a better friendly Cleric. We should go for the nonentity for our Thief.

# ? Aug 7, 2014 20:07

ThatPazuzu: Sep 8, 2011; I'm so depressed, I can't even blink.

Bobbin Threadbare posted:

I get the feeling Sheri would make a better friendly Cleric. We should go for the nonentity for our Thief.

The "friendly cleric" would have been the late Igor.

# ? Aug 7, 2014 20:20

Bobbin Threadbare: Jan 2, 2009; I'm looking for a flock of urbanmechs.

ThatPazuzu posted:

The "friendly cleric" would have been the late Igor.

Oh, well. Still, she'll at least be friendlier than a stranger, so I stand by my decision.

# ? Aug 7, 2014 20:22

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petrol blue: Feb 9, 2013; sugar and spice
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Hire the pubbie because we can do ok at clericing ourselves, so we can have Sheri do healbot.

# ? Aug 7, 2014 20:24

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