The Church of Fegall

Post by **Nighthawk4** » Mon May 12, 2003 1:18 pm

I am thinking of a character who is a Cleric of Fegall. She would be a Gnome, CG and would be very interested in crafting.

Is there a Church of Fegall? Would I need DM help to become a Cleric of Fegall, with holy symbols, robes, etc.?

Is it practical to make a Gnome Cleric? She wouldn't be all that strong, so would have to concentrate on spell-casting. Needing high Charisma, Wisdom and Intelligence may not allow much for the others, but I suppose I could try to load her Dexterity a little. Of course, the best class would be a Wizard, but I would prefer a Cleric.

The most important part is the Roleplay, so if she isn't a very 'well-designed' character, this doesn't really matter. A Cleric will be better at crafting than a Wizard, which is more in keeping with the storyline.

This is not urgent, but some DM advice would be helpful please. If DM assistance is needed, I am in the UK, so GMT+1 at present (during DST).

Sindol · Post by **Sindol** » Mon May 12, 2003 1:22 pm

Man, Nighthawk, how do you have time to play all those characters?

Well anyway, if you plan to play a cleric of Fegall, I propose you contact the other cleric of Fegall. It is, and I quote (from the clerics private discussion board):

Actually wrote: Barret Moller. Ten tons of Fegall baby!!!

Go with Fegall's grace,
Barret Moller - Freakishly fond of Fegall.

As for needing DM intervention: did you need any for Vana?

Dirk Cutlass · Post by **Dirk Cutlass** » Mon May 12, 2003 1:33 pm

Don't forget, Gnomes love gadgets, and also the occasional prank. Fegall is CN, and this fits in well with these in my view. But if you insist on making yours CG I don't suppose I could change your mind.

OK, so you may not be a big war-hammer wielding cleric, but there's still plenty of scope for RPing, I think it would be a good idea.

Also, my gnome loves fishing, but I've not managed to get anyone to go with me yet.

Sindol · Post by **Sindol** » Mon May 12, 2003 1:51 pm

According to 3rd edition DND books, the clerics alignment is always the same as that of the god or one step away on either the law/chaos axis or good/evil axis.
So CG would work, as long as you remember that you have to spread the word of Fegall, which happens to be CN. To prevent conflict in carrying out this duty, it helps a lot if you are also CN or CG with lots of neutral tendencies.

Jordicus · Post by **Jordicus** » Mon May 12, 2003 2:42 pm

stupid double posts....

Jordicus · Post by **Jordicus** » Mon May 12, 2003 2:42 pm

If you are planning on concentrating your Gnome Cleric in crafting, to pursue the inventiveness of the gnomes, it might make more sense for him/her to be CN.

The reason I say this is that as a CG cleric, you would tend to be looking out for the good of others, in whatever way that may take shape according to Fegall. As a CN cleric, you would seek more of a balance, giving you the opportunity to choose whether you should help someone or concentrate on your crafting...

just my 2 cents

Actually · Post by **Actually** » Mon May 12, 2003 5:43 pm

Yeah, baby! Fegall forever!

*grin*

I made Barrett fairly high in WIS, with slightly above average CHA and INT and a slightly below average DEX (Part of his tentative backstory involves a penchant for clumsiness).

As I recall, I gave him the domains of magic and deceit. I wasn't really happy with the domain choices in regards to a cleric of Fegall, and eventually settled on magic and defeat because: a) I thought it reflected a certain inquisitiveness beyond the "normal" ken and, b) I loved the story about the Dubgaldoking tricking the Galdo king by abdicating his throne to the merchant's consortium.

Barrett is CG, and centers on crafting. Barrett's interpretation of Fegalls' doctrine goes a little something like this:

Toiling in the mines, and devoting one's time and energy to the crafting of items, is a method of personal spiritual development, which will result in an increase in one's capabilities over time. (The ooc interp. here is that crafting gives "real" XP, which correlates to more attribute points and better spells, which means the more he crafts the more powerful his faith.) Additionally, through innovation and invention, newer and more desirable items are always being created. These items, and their dispersal, benefit society as a whole by providing people with weapons for defense, tools for more efficient labor, and substances for recreation/repast.

That's a short rundown of his character. He spends most of the time either crafting or relating everything that happens to a parable about Fegall's life, often to the intense boredom of those he meets. *grin*

To my knowledge, we have no temples, no shrines, no holy symbols. I have heard OOC rumors of a suit of armor that is Fegall specific, but never seen it. I also have heard OOC rumors of a certain DM taking on the role of Fegall. *puppy dog eyes*

Go with Fegall's grace,
Barret Moller - Fabulous furry Fegall follower.

Post by **Nighthawk4** » Mon May 12, 2003 5:53 pm

Great news. Thanks.

I still need to do a little more preparation of her background before creating the character. I prefer Magic and Trickery, although that isn't fixed yet.

Perhaps Sindol would help us with the DM part. He is very much in favour of Clerics and helped me with my other Cleric (of Dru'El). How about it Sindol please? (It was you who helped with Vana, wasn't it?)

Dirk Cutlass · Post by **Dirk Cutlass** » Tue May 13, 2003 9:23 am

"Magic and Trickery" get's my vote too - ties in with the gnomish pranks.

I have seen Fegall log on as DM, but don't know who it is.

Post by **Nighthawk4** » Tue May 13, 2003 11:34 am

Thanks for all the advice. Xenia Gosling - Gnomish Cleric of Fegall journeyed to Elysia last night. She met up with a group of tall-people (and one short one - no offence Begnar), who took her on a voyage of exploration. They met up with many even taller monsters (trolls, giants, ogres), who scared the wits out of her. They also severely injured her several times, but the tall-people were kind enough to treat her injuries.

They also gave her various gifts, which will be put to good use - thankyou.

Then, a series of chaos storms caused an end to their exploration. A pity, as they had just met with the mysterious young woman whose name may be Pilgrim. She seemed very unhappy and lonely, but they were unable to help due to the storms.

Look forward to meeting other people of Fegall and even some more tall-people.

Sindol · Post by **Sindol** » Tue May 13, 2003 2:16 pm

I am very much in favor of clerics, but that is not the reason for my help with Vana. She just happened to be on the Elysia server all by herself (a thing which is happening less nowadays). And besides that I find it easy to relate to clerics and think up quests for them in the spur of the moment, because a lot about their doctrine and ways of thinking is defined by the god they worship.

If you play your cleric of Fegall well I am sure we will run into eachother.

Dirk Cutlass · Post by **Dirk Cutlass** » Tue May 13, 2003 2:23 pm

On a slightly different note, how about having a Gnome get-together sometime soon. We can all go fishing together - I know the perfect place

. I would also love to catch up on the latest fashions in hat-wear, and smoke a pipe or two. Let me know if you're interested.

*signed*
Samuel Rowanbough (Gnome)
(Almost) Great Mage of Relations for the Ashen Order of the Stars

Post by **Nighthawk4** » Tue May 13, 2003 2:41 pm

I would love to attend a meeting of Gnomes.

Xenia Gosling - Cleric of Fegall

OOC - GMT+1 any evening after about 19:00 please. Preferably on Elysia.

Actually · Post by **Actually** » Tue May 13, 2003 5:00 pm

I'm pretty much on the opposite side of the world from ya, Nighthawk. I'm at GMT-8. *frown*

My play time is pretty erratic, so I have a tendency to not make the scheduled gatherings like I'd want to.

But it's good to have a Sister of the Faith around. Now I gotta write up some more Fegall's Fables.

Go with Fegall's grace,
Barret Moller - Finally Fegall!

Deider · Post by **Deider** » Sat May 24, 2003 1:12 pm

Did somebody mention a meeting of gnomes?

If blue gnome druids are allowed, I'm in!

Deider of Pelar (though I cry out to Fegall in my death throes)

Mey Pelar guide you in your hunts!

Dirk Cutlass · Post by **Dirk Cutlass** » Sat May 24, 2003 5:20 pm

Deider wrote:Did somebody mention a meeting of gnomes?

If blue gnome druids are allowed, I'm in!

Deider of Pelar (though I cry out to Fegall in my death throes)

Mey Pelar guide you in your hunts!

ooc: Er, I think I might have mentioned it. I would love to do it, questions are when and where. I think we're a bit spread-out timezone-wize. Also, I will be away for the next week on business. But would like a get together, maybe we could do something next weekend ? Elysia, seems the best place, anyone recommend an interesting place to meet (i.e. not Blowing Gale Inn again )

Post by **Nighthawk4** » Sat May 24, 2003 5:28 pm

As we Gnomes are very keen on crafting, how about Fanos' Shop? (assuming Mr. Fanos does not mind).

Xenia Gosling - Cleric of Fegall

OOC - next weekend should be fine - Friday or Saturday 19:00 to Midnight or Sunday 18:00 to 23:00 - all GMT+1.