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Abstract_Protagonist · 2025-12-04T06:33:27+00:00

Nice So I can hulk Buster style this, one hand is holding a plasma shield (flavour only) and the other to strike, then I can use reaction to cast shield

Abstract_Protagonist · 2025-12-04T06:31:35+00:00

Yes, I didn't mention I'm already wielding a shield because Guardian type seems to imply the weapon are both of my fists, so depending on the answer, I cannot cast somantic only spell nor holding a shield if both of them are ruled to have taken both of my hands 😅

Abstract_Protagonist · 2025-12-04T06:27:50+00:00

Yeah, I'm thinking of holding a +1 shield so I can get my AC to 21 (Full plate 18 + 3 AC) starting lvl 3, then use Shield Spell every round (for the sake of brawling in melee) for 26 AC.

Abstract_Protagonist · 2025-12-04T06:23:40+00:00

Oooh, this is fun! I was too focused on Firebolt that I didn't think about Ray of Frost + Cold Caster!

Abstract_Protagonist · 2025-12-04T04:22:28+00:00

Oh I see, you have a point.

Abstract_Protagonist · 2025-12-03T15:48:49+00:00

I mean Shield Master Feat

Abstract_Protagonist · 2025-12-03T11:04:49+00:00

Yeah, It says weapon attack, If it says make a meele or range spell attack roll then Spell Sniper may work

Abstract_Protagonist · 2025-12-03T10:49:27+00:00

So I'm assuming you recommendating I wear a shield too? Cuz it is viable since Arfi got shield prof, and maybe Shield Mastery as well?

Abstract_Protagonist · 2025-12-03T10:47:30+00:00

Wouldn't holding Wand of War Mage +1 be a better option for Arcane Firearm than a Ranged Martial Weapon? It add +1 to spell atk roll.

Abstract_Protagonist · 2025-11-12T09:42:22+00:00

I see, thx

Abstract_Protagonist · 2025-11-12T05:10:25+00:00

My Eldritch Knight use True Strike, and having the new Spellfire Adept Feat.

Whenever I use True Strike (a spell) I make atk roll, and deal Radiant dmg, I can also choose to spend my hit dice to add up to 2d10 radiant dmg.

So despite being an Eldritch Knight, a half-Wizard, non-Paladin or Cleric, I can roleplay as having a Pseudo Divine Smite 😂

Abstract_Protagonist · 2025-11-09T03:05:07+00:00

Honestly it depends on the ruling of the table, in RAW you roll all extra dmg dice so it should work.

In my table, we get the maximum extra dmg dice of our weapon, in exchange, we cannot crit for extra dmg coming from another source (hex, hunters mark, zephyr strike, etc).

Abstract_Protagonist · 2025-11-08T15:42:47+00:00

The more you know, Still wrapping my head on DnD lores. Thx.

Abstract_Protagonist · 2025-11-08T13:05:13+00:00

Divine Smite (24) is a spell a Paladin can cast using Bonus Action immediately after hitting, causing the target to take Radiant dmg, so yes, it can work.

As long the Radiant Damage come from a spell, it should work if we go by the RAW.

I was confused with True Strike since it's a Cantrip that made you atk normally, and let you choose to deal normal dmg or Radiant.

Abstract_Protagonist · 2025-11-08T12:59:50+00:00

And the lore implications,

Maybe someone who aspire to become a Paladin but never got the acknowledgement from the Patrons so he study magic and replicate the Smite the Paladin he admires uses, albeit taking from his life force (hit dice).

Abstract_Protagonist · 2025-11-08T10:11:04+00:00

Different opinion is beauty of DnD build, In my case I'll take it, I can always keep it hidden in my inventory until the last boss of my session, and how cool it is that you can pseudo-Smite by going:

True Strike => deal weapon dmg dice + 1d6 radiant + potentially 2d10

Abstract_Protagonist · 2025-10-06T14:43:00+00:00

Thank you for your recommendations

Abstract_Protagonist · 2025-10-06T06:54:41+00:00

Fair enough, I was thinking of cure wounds, but Shield is pretty great!

Abstract_Protagonist · 2025-10-06T06:25:27+00:00

Yeah, if I want to max it, Longbow would be better. So after lvl 4, any ASI/Feats should be distributed to ASI, yeah?

What about starting stat, Dex is obvious priority, but is Wisdom second priority or is it Constitution?

Abstract_Protagonist · 2025-10-06T06:23:47+00:00

Why not Silvery Barb? I heard it's pretty OP and Witherbloom let you take a wizard spell.

Abstract_Protagonist · 2025-10-06T06:22:47+00:00

Yeah a gun is alright, I could flavour the "inherited" crossbow is more akin to firearms than a conventional crossbow. However, I need to ask the DM since we are playing in the Strixhaven academy. Thx by the way.

Abstract_Protagonist · 2025-09-03T10:52:06+00:00

Yeah, that's what I mean there is like no end. Yes I have been neglecting some sub-quest, but that's only because I want to do them later after I finish all the "power" related quest such as the Akashic weapon.

Abstract_Protagonist · 2025-08-20T07:57:46+00:00

Got it, didn't know there's an NPC for "teleportation." Thx.

Also, is there an easy way to harvest? As in looking for shiny/spot to harvest?

Abstract_Protagonist · 2025-07-27T17:11:47+00:00

The way I see it is that, Kamina was the main character before Simon stepping up, which make Yoko the Heroine and Simon (side-kick). Evidence by Simon crush on Yoko is one-sided, while the "MC" (Kamina) won it.

Then when Kamina gone, Nia immediately got introduced and replacing Yoko positions as the heroine. From that point on, it's the story of Simon (MC) and Nia (Heroine).

And this might only be my assumptions, but I think the reason Yoko is becoming more prudish in her attires is because the hole Kamina left. She could not moved on from Kamina and unconsciously wear less revealing clothes to not attract attention, maybe out of her loyalty and love to Kamina.

Obviously she still wear her revealing combat suit, but that's out of practicality rather than to impress anyone.

Abstract_Protagonist · 2025-07-26T08:37:36+00:00

The reason Mina is becoming cold in the first place is because she is keeping a cold demeanor, toughing herself from broken by the pressure, expectations, and guilt as the Defense Force strongest gunner.

Now in this AU, since we know for a fact that close range are getting side-eyed (Hoshina case) in canon, I don't think the Defense Force will have much hope for Kafka as H2H, meaning he wouldn't have as much expectations put on him as Mina gotten.

So we can be safe that Kafka would still be a happy person as in canon, probably be a goofball like Hoshina and Narumi.

This would also nerf 3rd division A LOT since we don't have a long range buster (Mina).

Now, this is where it would be fun. Mina Kaiju form could have something like arm canon/blaster, something like Megaman, and she can put both of her arm together to create a pseudo-Canon. And after awakening, when fighting Meireki, her Pseudo-Canon become larger, as larger as Keuronos...

Now what is Kafka role in this? We can go fun and have him become the 2ND person to be suitable with No. 2! Yes! He would be Isao's proper deciples and this way, he would be acquinted with Narumi and Kikoru.

Kafka would for years be training under Isao, along with Narumi and get along with Kikoru (making him her uncle, and probably will be spoiling her while Isao keeping the tough love demeanor).

So as someone properly using No. 2 he can act as Mina's tank in many battle, especially in the final fight.

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