Comments on: Off the Grid: Divine Challenge

By: Andy

Andy — Fri, 18 Dec 2009 22:45:15 +0000

I definitely like it, and could see a lot of uses for Divine Challenge off-the-grid, although regardless of the thug’s faith, Divine Challenge non-verbally makes the target aware of its presence, as in an actual mental warning, “Do not attack anyone else, or else!”

But I could definitely see Divine Challenge invoked as a “shock and awe” tactic.

By: Rauthik

Rauthik — Mon, 21 Sep 2009 16:13:32 +0000

Another awesome article. I have to say, everytime I read one of these off the grid articles, I’m driven to create and run more adventures. Now, if only work wouldn’t get in the way of that…..
Thanx again for another great idea.

By: ethan

ethan — Sat, 19 Sep 2009 02:32:03 +0000

@Rechan I figured the thug to be a rather unfaithful sort. Although he knew he was marked, he wasn’t about to give a second thought to a priest with a sword.

@MarcGraysun I totally agree with you. I’ve done a one shot with a Paladin/Rogue and called him Shaft. ~sigh~ if only bad-assery was a valid damage type.

By: Rechan

Rechan — Fri, 18 Sep 2009 17:38:40 +0000

Just a small quibble. Enemies who receive some sort of condition or effect (like Divine Challenge/Mark/etc) understand the circumstances. So said Thug would have an idea of what’s going on before attacking.

By: Marc Graysun

Marc Graysun — Fri, 18 Sep 2009 16:20:24 +0000

I like to see divine challenge, and a few related powers as being a kind of magic hyper charisma. PAY ATTENTION TO ME, backed by the power of the gods.

By: David

David — Fri, 18 Sep 2009 13:43:15 +0000

I really like this series. It’s neat to see 4e combat mechanics used outside of combat.