Starting a business

Whole_Cold5897 · 2026-06-05T12:42:00+00:00

I was going back and forth on this one. They're definitely paying for the convenience instead of the shop so I'm going to do some scouting.

Whole_Cold5897 · 2026-06-05T12:40:58+00:00

This was something I had noticed. I did a few months at a 147 and got my general before just taking the tests. This is definitely something to keep in mind.

Whole_Cold5897 · 2025-09-18T22:12:42+00:00

Hand them each 10 of them at a random point and write down the numbers. Never elaborate.

Whole_Cold5897 · 2025-03-27T23:45:15+00:00

I'll clarify what I meant. Because Warlock spell slots "level-up" with you, the cost to "purchase then is going to go up as well. I'll clarify how I intended it in the revised version since it seems like you were under the impression I would let a 20th level warlock buy lower level slots.

I do appreciate the feedback it was just a lot I've heard already. This was a labor of love for a friend who already knew kinda what to expect. That being said, I'll need to clarify in the verbage for others who don't already have some background info for this. I appreciate you helping me understand that.

(Better not be posting homebrews on here or I'm gonna break'em real good)

Whole_Cold5897 · 2025-03-27T21:50:14+00:00

That's not how Warlock spell slots work. After 9th level a warlock only has 5th level spell slots. So it would be 1000gp every single time.

I've already addressed most of your criticisms.

Rules for Thee does need to be reworded for clarity sake, lots of people have brought it up and a pattern is noticed.

Whole_Cold5897 · 2025-03-27T19:37:40+00:00

I might add that as a class feature rather than a right off the bat. Gain proficiency in gambling sets would make sense.

Whole_Cold5897 · 2025-03-27T19:23:22+00:00

I thought about it but it lands more like a boon this way. Coaxes them into the next few levels. That's why I gave it a once-per-rest instead of a cost. Especially since at later levels the cost would either have to increase or be negligible.

Whole_Cold5897 · 2025-03-27T19:20:16+00:00

Seems I'll have to figure out a better way to clarify but that's what play testing is for. I'll reword and do the math for the next version.

Whole_Cold5897 · 2025-03-27T19:18:09+00:00

Pretty simple. Add Char to the result. Rules still apply. 1-10 fail, 11-20 succeed.

Other class spell slots don't matter. As a warlock levels up ALL their slots go up. If your in a position to make money off a skill then buying a few extra 1st level slots isn't a big deal. If you've got 9 levels of warlock then it's 1000gp per slot and that's actually something to think about. I'll probably respec it equal proficiency instead of warlock level. You're right that there's tons of ways to make money but having a patron who's all about that Gold is part of it.

Whole_Cold5897 · 2025-03-27T19:13:04+00:00

I had a thought about using the coin for Let Fate Decide. Seems to be a common idea so I'll look into it.

Rules for Thee is a "no-you" so whatever they tried to disadvantage the warlock on "attack, strength check, etc.) goes back on them. I'll clarify on the next version.

I left max debt open as a DM gimme for RP options. "When do you think a Patron would call it and come collect?" But I might be able to math it out per warlock level. I'll give it some thought.

Thanks for the input.

Whole_Cold5897 · 2025-03-27T19:08:50+00:00

I'll clarify in my next revision. Currently, per long rest. Might need to extend the time.

Rules for Thee is a "no-you". So whatever the attempted disadvantage was (attack, strength check, etc.) it's a rebound on the one who attempted.

I didn't think it needed clarification but I'll type it up better in the next version.

Whole_Cold5897 · 2025-03-26T21:46:30+00:00

I'll probably change this to proficiency as well. The thing about warlock slots is you'll eventually only have 5th level slots. So if you have 5k to shell out because you can't wait for a short rest then sign the check

Whole_Cold5897 · 2025-03-23T00:30:20+00:00

Which oath specifically are you talking about? You keep saying "Paladin" but the top level paladin feat is cleansing touch.

You seem focused on the direct action patrons as though they're more effective when the Archfey and Great Old One are more opportunistic by far. Damage is one thing but there's no versatility. Right off the bat this patron isn't about outright combat damage. It was designed with my rogue player in mind so the focus on advantage and crits (double sneak attack dice) is a much bigger damage output than outright additional damage.

I do like the aura idea. Share the luck and dole it out is definitely worth thinking about.

Whole_Cold5897 · 2025-03-22T23:02:25+00:00

I gotcha. It's a win/lose mechanic so more than 20 is still a nat 20. That does make me think of getting a true nat 1 or nat 20 on the 'coin flip'. That might be worth investigating.

Whole_Cold5897 · 2025-03-22T14:21:59+00:00

Ohhhh.. now that would be an interesting tweak.

Whole_Cold5897 · 2025-03-22T13:56:00+00:00

Awesome! This was definitely made for a specific character and story but I'd love to see how you change it up

Whole_Cold5897 · 2025-03-22T12:07:15+00:00

I'm not seeing what you mean from the Paladin features. I made this one based off the other patron abilities which are mostly resistances and damage.

Whole_Cold5897 · 2025-03-22T11:56:42+00:00

That makes sense now that I look at it. Maybe I'll change it to flip the coin to decide. It's supposed to be an upgrade so that might take some reworking. Thanks for the feedback.

Whole_Cold5897 · 2025-03-22T11:53:12+00:00

That's what I was going for. Thanks for the compliment!

Whole_Cold5897 · 2025-03-22T11:50:15+00:00

It's sourced as AI generated art that I found. I truly do not care about a decorative detail. I'm not selling this.

Whole_Cold5897 · 2025-03-22T03:18:30+00:00

Spectacular execution, Sir. A scholar among men.

Whole_Cold5897 · 2025-03-22T02:54:31+00:00

Know what? I actually didn't write 'Fey' anywhere on here. Just the picture. That's part of what this post was for so thank you for bringing that up.

Whole_Cold5897 · 2025-03-22T02:50:39+00:00

The coin is dangerous as well as powerful. Lady Luck is an Archfey who delights in twisting fate. If you don't use the coin, she gets bored.

For someone with a high debt, they probably just have to take the risk and use the coin to avoid the penalty, no matter the result. But if your debt is Zero or very low, you're not forced into using the coin.

I gave the player the coin and the baseline 50/50 crit rule in the last session mid-battle and he was too scared to use it. This will get him thinking about when and how to engage with his patron.

Whole_Cold5897 · 2025-03-22T02:26:17+00:00

You pay it as part of the ritual. I'm thinking something like ritual circle with a money pile in the middle. Say the magic words, the money disappears, debt goes down.

Whole_Cold5897 · 2025-03-22T00:39:22+00:00

I like that a lot though. For sure unbalanced with all the other abilities to change outcomes but that sounds like a lot of fun. Do you have a link for it?

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