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Dak View Member Profile	Feb 12 2013, 08:16 PM Post #101
Moving Target Group: Members Posts: 648 Joined: 26-February 02 Member No.: 1,396	Because of the dynamic nature of the battlefield, and the variety of uses for small teams of operatives, you all will find yourselves in all types of scenarios, some of which may clearly not have need for a particular weapon type, while others may. Versatility is going to be incredibly useful, as well as a wide range of weaponry/equipment options.

Thanee View Member Profile	Feb 12 2013, 09:00 PM Post #102
jacked in Group: Admin Posts: 9,514 Joined: 26-February 02 Member No.: 463	My character should be plenty versatile. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/smile.gif) Bye Thanee

Slacker View Member Profile	Feb 12 2013, 09:48 PM Post #103
Runner Group: Members Posts: 3,420 Joined: 30-October 03 Member No.: 5,776	QUOTE (Mach_Ten @ Feb 12 2013, 02:04 PM) Hmmmm. Suppressive fire may be useful but only if it fits ur char concept man, we can live without. And make a decision after the first job as to what we may need, We cant think of or take everything on the first run Khote's idea of suppressive fire is a cloud of electricity that even if it doesn't knock the targets out cold, it gives them a -2 dice pool modifier. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/smile.gif)

Thanee View Member Profile	Feb 12 2013, 11:48 PM Post #104
jacked in Group: Admin Posts: 9,514 Joined: 26-February 02 Member No.: 463	Chummer doesn't have my Mentor Spirit. It's missing in the list. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/indifferent.gif) It looks like there is nothing from Street Magic in there... Ah, ok, I got it... you have to add the sourcebooks first. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/biggrin.gif) Bye Thanee

Thanee View Member Profile	Feb 13 2013, 01:37 AM Post #105
jacked in Group: Admin Posts: 9,514 Joined: 26-February 02 Member No.: 463	So, here's what I have currently. 19 Karma and 27,800¥+5,000¥ are left to spend. -- see below -- Bye Thanee

Dak View Member Profile	Feb 13 2013, 01:58 AM Post #106
Moving Target Group: Members Posts: 648 Joined: 26-February 02 Member No.: 1,396	Looks pretty good Thanee. Only question is about the Barett. Isn't that availability 18?

Mach_Ten View Member Profile	Feb 13 2013, 08:40 AM Post #107
Neophyte Runner Group: Members Posts: 2,113 Joined: 24-January 13 From: Here to Eternity Member No.: 70,521	QUOTE (Dak @ Feb 13 2013, 01:58 AM) Looks pretty good Thanee. Only question is about the Barett. Isn't that availability 18? I'd guess that's what the "Positive Quality - Restricted Gear" was to get .. only my guess though

Thanee View Member Profile	Feb 13 2013, 09:14 AM Post #108
jacked in Group: Admin Posts: 9,514 Joined: 26-February 02 Member No.: 463	QUOTE (Dak @ Feb 13 2013, 02:58 AM) Looks pretty good Thanee. Only question is about the Barett. Isn't that availability 18? Yeah, I have three items with higher Availability (the Armor, the Barrett, and the Focus). Hence Restricted Gear (Level 3). I will probably spend a good amount of the Karma on quickening some of the attribute-increasing spells (had to drop the Bioware, that I wanted, as I couldn't afford all that). The remaining Nuyen are for the rest of the equipment (some normal weapons and armor, and some other stuff). Oh, and I would like to apply the "weapon modification" Chameleon Coating to my carrying bags (rifle bag and backpack), if that's ok. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/smile.gif) Bye Thanee

Mach_Ten View Member Profile	Feb 13 2013, 09:45 AM Post #109
Neophyte Runner Group: Members Posts: 2,113 Joined: 24-January 13 From: Here to Eternity Member No.: 70,521	QUOTE (Thanee @ Feb 13 2013, 09:14 AM) Yeah, I have three items with higher Availability (the Armor, the Barrett, and the Focus). Hence Restricted Gear (Level 3). I will probably spend a good amount of the Karma on quickening some of the attribute-increasing spells (had to drop the Bioware, that I wanted, as I couldn't afford all that). The remaining Nuyen are for the rest of the equipment (some normal weapons and armor, and some other stuff). Oh, and I would like to apply the "weapon modification" Chameleon Coating to my carrying bags (rifle bag and backpack), if that's ok. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/smile.gif) Bye Thanee QUOTE (Dak) a signing bonus of 5,000 nuyen. You can buy anything you like with it up to 14 Availability unless you have plans to spend this on other gear, you can save yourself some Karma on the restricted gear and buy something after creation. dunno if that helps ?

Dakka Fiend View Member Profile	Feb 13 2013, 10:27 AM Post #110
Moving Target Group: Members Posts: 221 Joined: 16-October 12 Member No.: 57,085	Just sent Dak the final version of my guy. I'm always surprised anew how quickly ammo adds up to real money. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/wink.gif)

Thanee View Member Profile	Feb 13 2013, 10:32 AM Post #111
jacked in Group: Admin Posts: 9,514 Joined: 26-February 02 Member No.: 463	QUOTE (Mach_Ten @ Feb 13 2013, 10:45 AM) dunno if that helps ? No. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/smile.gif) The stuff is a weee bit more expensive (the Barrett being the "cheapest" with about 10k, the rest is closer to 40-50k each) and also higher in AV than 14. Bye Thanee

Mach_Ten View Member Profile	Feb 13 2013, 10:47 AM Post #112
Neophyte Runner Group: Members Posts: 2,113 Joined: 24-January 13 From: Here to Eternity Member No.: 70,521	Dayamn, Nova is one expensive lady ! (IMG:style_emoticons/default/smile.gif) I tried loading her piccy on my mobile and it was loading like an old 56k modem one line at a time, I thought it had stalled at one point and was hella disappointed ... until I got home and loaded it to find out it was only a "to the Shoulders" pic anyways (IMG:style_emoticons/default/smile.gif) Don't worry, I think my imagination can fill in some blanks though. can't wait to get started on this, One thing I did spot is I need to redo my gear and put the modifications and plugins in the right kit (commlink, weapon mods, goggles and ear buds etc.) job for me tonite (IMG:style_emoticons/default/smile.gif)

Thanee View Member Profile	Feb 13 2013, 10:49 AM Post #113
jacked in Group: Admin Posts: 9,514 Joined: 26-February 02 Member No.: 463	Should be pretty much done now. :) [ Spoiler ] == Info == Street Name: Nova Name: Tatjana "Nova" Ivanova Movement: 10/25, Swim: 5 Karma: 0 Street Cred: 0 Notoriety: 3 Public Awareness: 1 Human female Age 28 Height 1.72m Weight 54kg Composure: 8 Judge Intentions: 8 Lift/Carry: 9 (75 kg/50 kg) Memory: 7 Nuyen: 0 == Attributes == BOD: 4 AGI: 3 REA: 3 STR: 2 (5) CHA: 4 INT: 4 LOG: 3 WIL: 4 EDG: 2 MAG: 5 == Derived Attributes == Essence: 5,035 Initiative: 7 IP: 1 Astral Initiative: 8 Astral IP: 3 Matrix Initiative: 7 Matrix IP: 2 Physical Damage Track: 11 Stun Damage Track: 10 == Active Skills == Animal Handling : 0 Pool: 3 Animal Training : 0 Pool: 3 Archery : 0 Pool: 2 Armorer : 1 Pool: 4 Artisan : 0 Pool: 3 Assensing : 3 Pool: 7 Automatics : 3 Pool: 6 Binding : 3 [Plant Spirits] Pool: 8 (10) Blades : 0 Pool: 2 Climbing : 1 Pool: 9 Clubs : 0 Pool: 2 Computer : 0 Pool: 2 Con : 1 Pool: 5 Cybercombat : 0 Pool: 2 Data Search : 0 Pool: 2 Demolitions : 0 Pool: 2 Disguise : 0 Pool: 3 Diving : 0 Pool: 3 Dodge : 0 Pool: 2 Escape Artist : 0 Pool: 2 Etiquette : 1 Pool: 5 First Aid : 1 Pool: 4 Flight : 1 Pool: 9 Forgery : 0 Pool: 2 Gunnery : 0 Pool: 2 Gymnastics : 1 Pool: 7 Hacking : 0 Pool: 2 Heavy Weapons : 0 Pool: 2 Infiltration : 4 [Wilderness] Pool: 7 (9) Instruction : 0 Pool: 3 Intimidation : 0 Pool: 3 Leadership : 1 Pool: 5 Locksmith : 0 Pool: 2 Longarms : 3 Pool: 6 Navigation : 1 Pool: 5 Negotiation : 1 Pool: 5 Palming : 0 Pool: 2 Parachuting : 0 Pool: 3 Perception : 3 Pool: 10 Pilot Ground Craft : 1 Pool: 4 Pilot Watercraft : 0 Pool: 2 Pistols : 3 Pool: 6 Riding : 0 Pool: 2 Running : 1 Pool: 12 Shadowing : 1 Pool: 5 Spellcasting : 6 [Health] Pool: 11 (13) Summoning : 3 [Plant Spirits] Pool: 8 (10) Survival : 1 Pool: 5 Swimming : 1 Pool: 9 Throwing Weapons : 0 Pool: 2 Tracking : 1 Pool: 5 Unarmed Combat : 1 Pool: 4 == Knowledge Skills == English : 3 Pool: 7 French : 2 Pool: 6 German : 1 Pool: 5 Military : 3 Pool: 6 Russian : N Pool: 0 Security Procedures : 2 Pool: 5 Small Unit Tactics : 4 Pool: 7 Spanish : 2 Pool: 6 Underworld : 1 Pool: 5 Wicca : 3 Pool: 7 == Qualities == Bad Rep Magician Mentor Spirit (Great Mother) Poor Self Control (Compulsive - Low Danger) (constantly checks her equipment and cleans her weapons) Poor Self Control (Vindictive) Records on File (UCAS Military) Restricted Gear (Rating 3) SINner (Standard) (Tatjana Ivanova) == Spells == (Tradition: Goddess Wicca, Resist Drain with WIL + INT (8)) [Sense] Cryptesthesia (Limited) (Low-Light) DV: (F÷2) Detect Life, Extended (Limited) DV: (F÷2)+2 Heal (Limited) DV: (Damage Value)-2 Improved Invisibility DV: (F÷2)+1 Increase [Attribute] (CHA) DV: (F÷2)-2 Increase [Attribute] (INT) DV: (F÷2)-2 Increase [Attribute] (WIL) DV: (F÷2)-2 Increase [Attribute] (REA) DV: (F÷2)-2 Increase Reflexes (Limited) DV: (F÷2)+2 Levitate DV: (F÷2)+1 Magic Fingers DV: (F÷2)+1 Stunbolt DV: (F÷2)-1 == Lifestyles == High 1 months == Cyberware/Bioware == Attention Coprocessor Rating 3 Enhanced Pheromone Receptors Rating 3 Obvious Lower Arm (Right) +Customized Body Rating 4 +Customized Body Rating 6 +Customized Strength Rating 6 +Enhanced Agility Rating 3 +Armor Rating 2 Sleep Regulator Synthacardium Rating 3 == Armor == Form-Fitting Half-Body Suit4/1 +Nonconductivity 6 Heavy Military Armor 16/14 +Biomonitor +Chemical Protection 6 +Fire Resistance 3 +Insulation 3 +Mobility Upgrade 3 +Nonconductivity 3 +Quick Release +Ruthenium Polymer Coating +Strength Upgrade 3 +Thermal Damping 6 +Skinlink Military Helmet (Rating 5)2/2 +Camera Rating 1 +Custom Commlink +Encrypt Rating 5 +Firewall 5 +Flare Compensation +Image Link +Response 5 +Signal 5 +Skinlink +Smartlink +System 5 SecureTech Forearm Guards 0/1 SecureTech Shin Guards 0/1 Urban Explorer Jumpsuit 6/6 +Biomonitor +Chemical Protection 6 +Fire Resistance 6 +Insulation 6 +Skinlink == Weapons == Barrett Model 121 +Bipod +Imaging Scope +Chameleon Coating +Silencer +Skinlink +Smartgun System Pool: 8 DV: 9P AP: -4 RC: 2 Ruger Thunderbolt w/ Smartgun +Concealable Holster +Extended Clip +Firing Selection Change, Small Mod (FA) +Personalized Grip +Smartgun System +Sound Suppressor +Underbarrel Weight Pool: 8 DV: 5P AP: -1 RC: 4 Unarmed Attack Pool: 4 DV: 3S AP: - RC: 0 == Commlink == Novatech Airware (3, 3, 6, 3) +Custom Commlink OS +Encrypt Rating 6 +Sim Module (Cold) +AR Gloves +Trodes +Subvocal Microphone +Skinlink Custom Commlink (0, 0, 0, 0) Response 5 (5, 0, 0, 0) Signal 5 (0, 0, 0, 5) == Gear == Ammo: EX-Explosive Rounds (Sniper Rifles) x70 Ammo: EX-Explosive Rounds (Heavy Pistols) x90 Ammo: Regular Ammo (Sniper Rifles) x140 Ammo: Regular Ammo (Heavy Pistols) x150 Backpack Contact Lenses Rating 3 +Image Link +Low Light +Vision Magnification Detection Fetish Earbuds Rating 3 +Audio Enhancement Rating 3 +Skinlink Fake SIN (Isabelle LeDoux, Reporter) Rating 4 +Fake License (Press Pass) Rating 4 Flashlight Glasses Rating 4 +Image Link +Flare Compensation +Smartlink +Vision Enhancement Rating 3 +Vision Magnification GPS Healing Fetish Magical Lodge Materials Rating 6 Medkit Rating 6 Micro-Transceiver Rating 6 +Skinlink Sleeping Bag Spare Clip (Barrett Model 121) x15 Spare Clip (Ruger Thunderbolt w/ Smartgun) x16 Survival Kit Sustaining Focus (Health) (Bonded Foci) Rating 5 == Description == Tatjana is of average height with a slender and well-toned body. The shapely redhead is quite easy on the eyes. Her hair is at shoulder-length and usually worn in a ponytail, with a few strands framing a pretty face with green eyes. Her right arm is half-cybernatic, from the elbow down. She wears one striking piece of jewelry at all times, a pentacle pendant with a gemstone in the center. == Background == Tatjana Ivanova, call sign "Nova", is an ex-military with a couple years of experience. Being awakened, her talents were quite valuable and so she was quickly drawn into an officer career. Her unit didn't like being led by the "witch woman" and therefore took every opportunity to make her look bad. One such incident escalated quite badly and evolved into a firefight between her and her squad. She turned herself invisible and killed two in the resulting shooting before security forces bravely broke them up and thus probably saved her life. Everyone involved was thrown into a cell for a month while investigations were run. Since the guys from her unit testified (falsely) against her, she was discharged dishonorably. She wasn't accused for murder, though, since that couldn't be proven and was written off as an accident. As a trained killer, she could have taken a good job in the corporate world, but that wasn't what she wanted. In the coming year, she ended up with some rather shady contacts who got her into the mercenary business. On one mission, things didn't go according to plan, and she was badly wounded. She lost her lower arm there. Luckily, in the sixth world, that is hardly a problem. She got a customized cyber-replacement, which made her more capable than ever. But cyberware also has a downside, especially if you are awakened. Nonetheless, once the first step is taken, there is only one direction to go, and over time, she got a few more implants, that further improved her capabilities, but also intensified her inner conflict. The implants have kept her alive in more than one situation, however, so she doesn't complain too much. From her mercenary contacts, she also gained some information that she had been looking for. A good year after her discharge, the remaining members of her squad were all killed in action. Her involvement in these killings was suspected but could never be proven. A few months later, Tatjana signed up with The Zermax Group, a private military contractor, hoping for a bit more stability in her life. Chummer lists 20 Karma left (the bonus Karma, I created the character with 770; I spent 365 total on Attributes) and -2,965¥ left (the +5,000¥ not added in, yet). The ¥ also isn't entirely correct, since I have spent 1,550¥ more than is listed in Chummer (added to Notes at three places, Lifestyle, Underbarrel Weight for Pistol, and Encryption Software, since Chummer does not seem to have the appropriate options; leaving some ¥ to add to the starting resources (+1,200¥), Underbarrel Weight as Weapon Accessory (+50¥ over the Weapon Modification I added instead), and the Optimization 3 Program Option (300¥)). 2,965¥ + 1,550¥ = 4,515¥ spent from the 5,000¥ we receive extra. That leaves me with starting resources of 4d6+12=31 x 500¥ = 15,500¥ plus 485¥ = 15,985¥ and 20 Karma. I also need to pay something for the Ruthenium coating of the rifle bag (assuming this one comes with the weapon, as there is no such thing in the equipment list) and backpack... the Weapon Modification is 1,000¥, should I pay this much, too (so 2,000¥ for both together, or something else)? Let me know and I will just deduct it from the starting resources, then. -2,000¥ for the Chameleon Coating on Rifle Bag and Backpack. Starting Resources: 13,985¥ Bonus Karma: -2 Specialization: Longarms (Sniper Rifles) -2 Specialization: Pistols (Heavy Pistols) -2 Specialization: Assensing (Aura Reading) -2 Specialization: Perception (Visual) Good Karma: 12 Bye Thanee

Thanee View Member Profile	Feb 13 2013, 10:52 AM Post #114
jacked in Group: Admin Posts: 9,514 Joined: 26-February 02 Member No.: 463	QUOTE (Mach_Ten @ Feb 13 2013, 11:47 AM) I thought it had stalled at one point and was hella disappointed ... until I got home and loaded it to find out it was only a "to the Shoulders" pic anyways Don't worry, I think my imagination can fill in some blanks though. Added a more complete picture in the IC now. Bye Thanee

Thanee View Member Profile	Feb 13 2013, 11:05 AM Post #115
jacked in Group: Admin Posts: 9,514 Joined: 26-February 02 Member No.: 463	Any thoughts about how we refresh Edge? Bye Thanee

Dak View Member Profile	Feb 13 2013, 02:12 PM Post #116
Moving Target Group: Members Posts: 648 Joined: 26-February 02 Member No.: 1,396	Edge will likely refresh at the end of any given mission.

Dak View Member Profile	Feb 13 2013, 02:32 PM Post #117
Moving Target Group: Members Posts: 648 Joined: 26-February 02 Member No.: 1,396	QUOTE (Thanee @ Feb 13 2013, 03:14 AM) Yeah, I have three items with higher Availability (the Armor, the Barrett, and the Focus). Hence Restricted Gear (Level 3). I will probably spend a good amount of the Karma on quickening some of the attribute-increasing spells (had to drop the Bioware, that I wanted, as I couldn't afford all that). The remaining Nuyen are for the rest of the equipment (some normal weapons and armor, and some other stuff). Oh, and I would like to apply the "weapon modification" Chameleon Coating to my carrying bags (rifle bag and backpack), if that's ok. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/smile.gif) Bye Thanee Ahh I missed that, sorry! I am fine with you doing the chameleon coating weapon mod. The only thing I would like folks not to do at this stage is to Initiate. That'll come later.

Thanee View Member Profile	Feb 13 2013, 02:54 PM Post #118
jacked in Group: Admin Posts: 9,514 Joined: 26-February 02 Member No.: 463	Ok, made some last changes to the sheet. Should be finished now. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/smile.gif) Bye Thanee

Dak View Member Profile	Feb 13 2013, 04:18 PM Post #119
Moving Target Group: Members Posts: 648 Joined: 26-February 02 Member No.: 1,396	Unless anyone finds any goofs in any of the chummer files (which I've updated, check the box.net link in the very first post of this thread), I'm just waiting on phlapjack77 to finish his up.

Thanee View Member Profile	Feb 13 2013, 04:23 PM Post #120
jacked in Group: Admin Posts: 9,514 Joined: 26-February 02 Member No.: 463	I found one in my own (just sent you a PM about it). Forgot to add some Tradition Knowledge Skill. Has been corrected already. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/wink.gif) Bye Thanee

Thanee View Member Profile	Feb 13 2013, 04:29 PM Post #121
jacked in Group: Admin Posts: 9,514 Joined: 26-February 02 Member No.: 463	Assending Khote -> 4 hits Is it ok, if I use invisiblecastle for the rolls? So used to it. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/smile.gif) Bye Thanee

Dak View Member Profile	Feb 13 2013, 04:49 PM Post #122
Moving Target Group: Members Posts: 648 Joined: 26-February 02 Member No.: 1,396	I have not used invisiblecastle before, but I'm willing to try. Here's a campaign page, I think. http://invisiblecastle.com/campaign/view/31077/ From this point on all dice rolls must be made in the campaign room with your character or forum name, and a note indicating what the roll is for. Any mistakes (did not roll enough dice, rolled too many dice) will require a reroll.

Slacker View Member Profile	Feb 13 2013, 05:07 PM Post #123
Runner Group: Members Posts: 3,420 Joined: 30-October 03 Member No.: 5,776	QUOTE (Thanee @ Feb 13 2013, 10:29 AM) Assending Khote -> 4 hits Is it ok, if I use invisiblecastle for the rolls? So used to it. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/smile.gif) Bye Thanee Tatjana would be able to see Khote as a brilliant magical aura. With that many hits, she'd know he has a total Magic rating of 6 with a mix of spellcasting and adept powers. On his person there are 3 points of focus in the form of a necklace that is hidden beneath his clothing, a bracelet on his left wrist, and a ring on his right hand. The necklace appears to be actively boosting his natural counter-spelling aura as well as boosting his magical power by 1 point. The bracelet is dormant now but appears to aid him in Manipulation magic. And the ring similarly aids him in Health magic. Anything else you were wanting to see about him? edit: Oh and as Khote gets comfortable with her, she can see the aura of counterspelling extend out to surround her. Like Khote said, he is guided to protect. As he gets familiar with each of the team he will begin to cover them with his protection as well.

Thanee View Member Profile	Feb 13 2013, 06:24 PM Post #124
jacked in Group: Admin Posts: 9,514 Joined: 26-February 02 Member No.: 463	QUOTE (Dak @ Feb 13 2013, 05:49 PM) I have not used invisiblecastle before, but I'm willing to try. It's really easy to use, I think, and has all you need. Syntax for SR4 dicerolls is either: #d6.hits(5) (# being the number of dice, i.e. 6d6.hits(5)) or #d6.hitsopen(5,6) (which is using the Rule of Six, when spending Edge before the roll) Bye Thanee

Thanee View Member Profile	Feb 13 2013, 06:25 PM Post #125
jacked in Group: Admin Posts: 9,514 Joined: 26-February 02 Member No.: 463	QUOTE (Slacker @ Feb 13 2013, 06:07 PM) Anything else you were wanting to see about him? Just being curious, that's all. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/smile.gif) Bye Thanee

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