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--- pathfinder:npc_classes:aristocrats [2023/12/27 13:46] – johnb
+++ pathfinder:npc_classes:aristocrats [2023/12/27 20:38] (current) – [NPC Duelling Aristocrat (archetype)] johnb
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 Traditionally, aristocratic children who are not going to inherit titles go into 'The Church' or 'The Army', however some families might have links to specific orders of knighthood or other suitable organizations, such as a magic college or even a bardic college.
-===== Standard Aristocrat =====
+===== Standard NPC Aristocrat =====
-This is absolutely brilliant for the son and (to a lesser extent) daughter who is going to fill the traditional Aristocratic role of Military Officer or Leader.  It reflects the early medieval role of European aristocrats who earned their wealth and maintained their postion  by strength of arms - and certainly has an important place in most fantasy games.  In my games it generally means that the NPC has attended a military School, served an apprenticeship as a military cadet, been trained at home or been fostered in a Noble house of some sort.
+This is absolutely brilliant for the son and (to a lesser extent) daughter, who is going to fill the traditional Aristocratic role of Military Officer or Leader.  It reflects the early medieval role of European aristocrats who earned their wealth and maintained their position by strength of arms - and certainly has an important place in most fantasy games.  In my games it generally means that the NPC has attended a military School, served an apprenticeship as a military cadet, been trained at home or been fostered in a Noble house of some sort.
 [[http://www.d20pfsrd.com/classes/npc-classes/aristocrat/|NPC Class: Aristocrat]]
-===== Aldori Aristocrat (archetype) =====
+===== NPC Duelling Aristocrat (archetype) =====
-Aldori Aristocrats follow a different type of training, concentrating on light armour and the Aldori Duelling Sword.  The more successful should, eventually, be able to qualify for the Swordlord PRC class.
+Most aristocrats practice duelling techniques as they grow up, partly because those big houses have long corridors and large chambers where you can practice inside on a cold wet day.  Most people start with the basic rapier based technique, which involves shuffling back and forth along a carpet, and is good for keeping the practice fights away from the artwork and statues that line the corridor.   Some families, particularly those interested in Duelling Sword or Buckler & Falcatta play, occupy mansions with large hall, often called a Salle, where more active sword skills can be honed.  While most Aristocrats don't pursue a career as a duellist, a few continue the practice for personal pleasure.  A few go on to qualify as masters (prestige class), although they are never up to the standards of the professionals.
-  * An Aldori Aristocrat is proficient with all simple & martial weapons, light armour, Medium Armour and Shields.
+These Aristocrats follow a different type of training, concentrating on light armour and their chosen Sword.  The more successful should, eventually, be able to qualify for the Swordlord or Duellist  PRC class.  This is an archetype of the Standard Aristocrat NPC class.
-  * At first level Aldori Aristocrats gain the //Exotic Weapon: Duelling Sword// feat and the Sword Scion //trait//.  This replaces Heavy Armour.
-  * Restriction: Only Aldori families of the right standing will have Aldori trained Aristocrats in their number.
+  * A Duellist Aristocrat is proficient with all simple & martial weapons, light armour, Medium Armour and Shields.
+  * At first level, Duellist aristocrats  gain ...
+    *  The //Exotic Weapon: Duelling Sword// feat and the Sword Scion //trait//.  This replaces Heavy Armour.  (Aldori)
+    * OR
+    * +1 Dexterity.  This replaces Heavy Armour.  (Others)
+  * Restriction: Only families of the right standing will have trained Duellists in their number.
+**Note:**  The first option facilitates access to the Swordlord prestige class.  The second option enables access to the Duelist prestige class.  As a Buckler straps to the forearm, and is not held in the hand, this class is beneficial to both Rapier and Falcata duellists.
-===== Schooled Aristocrats =====
-Later in history Finishing Schools were all the rage for young ladies of wealthy families, while The Grand Tour served to round out the young noble's education.  This is my way of representing that.
-++++ A basic Curriculum for a Finishing School|
+===== NPC Schooled Aristocrat (archetype) =====
-  * Light Armour:
-  * Simple Weapons:
-  * Cosmopolitan (light): You gain two languages of your choice.
-  * Iron Will: You get a +2 bonus on all Will saving throws.
-  * Persuasive: You get a +2 bonus on Diplomacy and Intimidate skill checks. If you have 10 or more ranks in one of these skills, the bonus increases to +4 for that skill.
-  * Prodigy: Choose two Craft, Perform, or Profession skills in any combination (two Craft skills, a Craft skill and a Perform skill, and so on). You receive a +2 bonus on checks with these skills. If you have 10 or more ranks in any one of these skills, the bonus increases to +4 for that skill.
-  * Scholar: Pick any two Knowledge skills. You gain a +2 bonus on checks with these two skills. If you have 10 or more ranks in one of these Knowledge skills, the bonus increases to +4 for that skill.
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-++++ Hansome’s College for Young Ladies - a typical finishing school graduate |
+Later in history, Finishing Schools were all the rage - initially for young ladies of wealthy families, while in later years it has also been common for the young men of some noble families.  It is advised that a
-This college for the daughters of the wealthy (in New Stetven) teaches a ladylike skill set that prepares these well-bred young women to and run a house and its estates with an iron grip.   As well as providing the social skills that are expected in Aristocratic circles.   Young ladies leave the school with the following skill set ....
-  * Light Armour:  After all an Aristocrat must be wary of those peasants ...
+  * A Schooled Aristocrat is proficient with all simple weapons and light armour.
-  * Simple Weapons:  Every Aristocrat should be able to defend themselves.
+  * At first level, the schooled Aristocrat gains the //Iron Will// feat. This replaces Heavy Armour proficiency.
-  * Languages:  Dwarven  (the second race of Brevoy) & Draconic (Long seen as a Rulers language in Brevoy)
+  * At first level, the schooled Aristocrat gains the //Persuasive// feat. This replaces Medium Armour.
-  * Iron Will:  +2 Will save.  And aristocrat should be sure of themselves.
+  * At first level, the schooled Aristocrat gains a +1 trait bonus on Knowledge (nobility) and Sense Motive checks. This replaces Shield proficiency.
-  * Persuasive:  Diplomacy +2, Intimidate +2.  A young lady must be able to instruct the servants, while remaining gracious to her guests.
+  * At first level, the schooled Aristocrat gains proficiency in Buckler (but no other shields), Rapier, Short Sword and Sword Cane. This replaces the Martial Weapons proficiency.
-  * Prodigy: Craft: Sewing +2, Perform: (Singing or Piano) +2.  Fine embroidery to keep one amused in the evening.  A musical skill to keep your guests entertained.
+  * Requirement: A Schooled Aristocrat must take the //Noble Scion// feat at first level, and must select Art, Lore, Magic or Peace.  Ignore the Cha-13 requirement.
-  * Scholar:  Know: Nobility +2, Know: History +2.  Know your place in the world, and how your family got there.
+  * Restriction: Must go to a finishing school.
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