[Venture-Captain] Anferno, Tiefling Hellknight Inquisitor

[Daryl Kong]

Establish Order, no matter the costs.

Enslaved as an orphan by House Thrune,
raised and trained as an Inquisitor,
a law enforcer of Infernal Cheliax,
but a hidden flaw remains... conscience.

Anferno (#78809-1)
Hellknight Inquisitor, The Order of the Gate

Level 9 (33% XP)
Hellknight 2 / Inquisitor 7
Male Tiefling
Lawful Neutral
Law Domain: Inevitable
Weight: 175lbs, Height: 6ft
(Max Weight for grab neck, lift up and choke: 400lbs)

Faction
Fame: 50
Prestige: 12
Order of the Gate, Hellknight

Properties
Caravan
The Demon Hunter Caravan is a merchant / demon slayer group.
We offer authentic demon products, including horns, wings, hides, bones, blood and even meat.
We are also recruiting new demon hunters!
Join up today for attractive benefits plus training at Cheliax School of Demon Hunting.

Ship
The Bloodfang is Anferno's personal naval vessel and is also a scout ship, in the service to Cheliax Imperial Navy.

Traits
Law Enforcer
Devil's Mark

Stats
HP: 66
Int: 3
AC: 29, Touch: 13, Flat-Footed: 27 (Self Buffed AC: 32)
Speed: 30ft

20 Str
13 Dex
10 Con
14 Int
14 Wis
12 Cha

Fortitude: 6
Reflex: 4
Will: 8

CMB: 12
CMD: 24

Selected Class Skills
16 Sense Motive
23 Intimidate
16 Diplomacy
12 Bluff
11 Perception
16 Survival
15 Climb
7 Spellcraft
7 Knowledge (Arcana)
13 Knowledge (Planes)
8 Knowledge (Religon)
8 Knowledge (Nature)
6 Knowledge (Dungeoneering)
6 Knowledge (Local)
7 Profession: Sailor

Languages
Common, Infernal, Abyssal, Draconic

Feats
Armor Proficiency, Heavy
Dodge
Toughness
Power Attack
Vital Strike

Teamwork Feats (Solo Tactics)
Precise Strikes
Shield Wall

Natural Features
Darkvision
Scaled Skin, +5 fire resist, +1 AC
Claws
Fiendish Sprinter
Prehensile Tail

Weapons and Armor
Claws
Composite +3 Str Longbow (Masterwork)
Arrows x8
+1 Fire-Forged Morningstar
Sickle, Cold Iron (Masterwork)
Sickle, Silver (Masterwork)
+2 Heavy Steel Shield
+2 Hellknight Armor
Periapt of Health (Immune to Diseases)
Belt of Giant Strength +2
Headband of Inspired Wisdom +2
Circlet of Persuasion (+3 Charisma Checks)
Battle Mask (+1 Intimidate)
Eagle Cape (Passive Featherfall & Eagle Transformation)

Inventory
Coin Balance: 8032g

Wand of Cure Light Wounds - 42 Charges
Wand of Protection from Evil - 50 Charges
Wand of Shield of Faith - 44 Charges
Wand of Expeditions Retreat - 50 Charges
Potion of Invisibility x1
Scroll of Endure Elements x1
Backpack (Masterwork)
Bedroll x1
Waterskin (Full Water)
Canteen (Full Water)
Trail Rations x10
Powder x10
Manacles (Masterwork) x1
Spider Silk Rope x1
Grappling Hook x1
Compass x1
Flint and Stone x1
Smoked Goggles x1
Ear Plugs x1
Soldier's Uniform (Cheliax Law Enforcer)
Cold Weather Outfit
Hot Weather Outfit
Snowshoes
Fire Resistant Boots
Climber's Kit
Map Maker's Kit
Survival Kit (Masterwork)

Specials / Spells / Skills
Light, Daze, Guidance, Acid Splash.
Detect Magic, Poison, Lawful, Chaotic, Good, Evil.
True Strike, Divine Favour, Magic Vestment, Persuasive Goad, Tongues.
Cause Fear, Blistering Invective, Brow Gasher, Terrible Remorse.
Cure Light Wounds, Cure Moderate Wounds.
9 types of Judgements
Cunning Initiative, Monster Lore, Track, Stern Gaze.
Solo Tactics, Precise Strikes, Shield Wall.
Discern Lies, Bane Weapon, Smite Chaos.
Command (Supernatural, Law Domain: Inevitable)
Demoralize (Intimidate Combat Skill)

Scenarios
First Steps, Part 1: In Service to Lore
- Recovered from physical injuries at a local infirmary and pride damaged by an imp.

Black Waters
- After being found guilty of the unlawful act of kidnapping and ransom, Anferno received 10 lashings and the branding of two words; 'Law' on his right face cheek and 'Order' on his left face cheek. May he be reminded forever of his lawful duties and the society faction he represents.

First Steps, Part 2: To Delve the Dungeon Deep
- Even misguided creatures such as Kobolds can be spared from death and made peace with, for communication is key. If only every living and unliving being speaks Common or preferably Infernal.

Echoes of the Overwatched
- Absalom may sleep peacefully for another night, knowing the dangers within the City are kept at bay once again.

The Hydra's Fang Incident
- Judged, executed and dismembered main antagonist beyond identification, that belonged to the Cheliax faction for crimes of unlawful piracies.

Perils of the Pirate Pact
- Rated R21 for scenes of extremely graphic violence, including impalements, disembodiments, headshots and beheadings of enemies.

The Quest for Perfection, Part 1: The Edge of Heaven
- The bloodletting continues as the Cheliax Inquisitor tanks for the first time, in this mission, on a dangerous journey on the highest mountain in the world.

The God's Market Gamble
- Anferno learns a lesson on Treachery, that it may happen anywhere, anytime and from anyone, even a fellow pathfinder. Staying true to the cause of righteousness and lawfulness, all chaotics will be purged.

The Temple of Empyreal Enlightenment
- Progress on the investigation at the temple was delayed due to politics and pleasantries. The world and the pathfinders society needs to learn the art of intimidation and how effective it can be to any mission.

Slave Pits of Absalom
- On a mission to rescue a Chelish noblewoman, Anferno teams up with like-minded individuals. Carnage, death and hostile negotiations ensued. Chelish noblewoman saved, slaves freed and big bad boss dead.

Easter SingCon 2013
1. Rise of the Goblin Guild
2. Severing Ties
3. In Wrath's Shadow
4. The Blakros Matrimony
5. Day of the Demon
6. Race for the Runecarved Key
- In this campaign, Anferno finds himself stretched, bloodied and for the very first time, faced fear and defeat. Through losses and wins, tragic passings and epic victories, now and forever, knowing the inevitably, Anferno is sinscarred against death.

The Infernal Vault
- Having recovered from his injures, with armor shined with abyssal black polish, Anferno heads out to the Deckard's abandoned vault in search of long lost documents. After forcing enemies to beg for mercy on their knees, Anferno is enlightened about the art and truth of combat intimidation.

The Devil We Know, Part 1: Shipyard Rats
- With might and metal, Anferno critical hits criminals to death. His journey to becoming a full fledged Hellknight draws closer.

The Many Fortunes of Grandmaster Torch
- Lies are dishonest and corrupts a soul. Still, to promote order among allies and even enemies, the Art of Bluffing will be tolerated and exercised cautiously.

Among the Living
- After flushing out the cultists from their temple and putting down an undead abomination, Anferno receives word that he is now an honorary Hellknight to the Order of the Gate. Once the next mission is over, he shall travel with haste to the Order's Headquarters.

To Scale the Dragon
- The dangers of the Dragon proved to be no match for seasoned pathfinders as Anferno literally takes a backseat on the dog sled, driven by a veteran pathfinder, on this mission. Anferno arrives at Citadel Enferac for his induction to Hellknighthood.

Fortress of the Nail
- In his most personal mission to date, newly inducted Hellknight Inquisitor Anferno and his Pathfinder comrades seeks to free Paracountess Zarta Dralneen. Amidst the other Hellknights in Citadel Vraid, Anferno felt right at home. The Pathfinders walked through the halls and acquired signatures of importance to gain the release of the Paracountess after presenting evidence of her innocence. The Pathfinder literally went to Hell, where the Paracountess was kept, slain the powerful guardian and left the Citadel without further delays or interruptions with the Paracountess.

The Immortal Conundrum
- Anferno and his fellow Pathfinder comrades attends a birthday party filled with influential VIPs, including Paracountess Zarta Dralneen. Assassins attempt to kill the Hostess but Anferno made sure the assailants see the errors of their ways and they promptly attempted suicide. The surviving assailants were then put down like dogs and the Hostess was made sure she remembered it was the Pathfinders who saved her life.

The Ghenett Manor Gauntlet
- During the battle with Aspis Consortium Agents, Anferno was frost blasted in the face twice and fell in battle. Death would have claimed the infernal one and spat it out as a Graveknight, but alas, the Clerics of Amosdeus raised Anferno back from the dead. With ghastly smoke sipping out of the Hellknight Armor and frost breaths coming out of the mask, the Hellknight Inquisitor returns to his duties.

The Jester's Fraud
- It was no laughing matter as the Pathfinders fought valiantly against the odds. Anferno, recently brought back to life, stood firmly and tanked like a boss. With this hard earned victory and reward, Anferno's fame has reached new heights (Fame 50). The once slave has now gained much respect from his peers and this is just the beginning.

Sniper of the Deep
- After a long absence, the Hellknight Inquisitor makes his return and investigates the mystery of a long lost artifact. The adventure takes place largely in the sea as for the first time, Anferno fights off sharks and other dangerous foes 200ft underwater, in heavy armor like a boss.

Drow of the Darklands Pyramid
- In this adventure, Anferno investigates a mysterious pyramid with his pathfinder comrades and finds the elusive Drow and Driders occupying the ancient tomb. Even with Demons as the Drow's bodyguards, the Pathfinders once again cleared out the pyramid and made it safe for research.

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Hellknight Inquisitor Oath

Infernal Cheliax I hereby swear loyalty and life to thee,
delivering law and order to chaos wherever they may be,
as judge, jury and executor of the perfect world society,
as Hellknight Inquisitor, the Law of Amosdeus, sets us free!

[Richard Loh]

Boss, just checking, your Bracers of Armor +1 don't stack with your full plate.

AC: 10 +1 (Dex), +1 (natural armor), +9 (armor), +2 (shield), +1 (dodge) = 24
Flat foot: 22

Something I miss? Also, for my benefit, where can I find the stats for boots of +2 fire resistance? Thanks in advance, buddy!

[Daryl Kong]

Anferno answers to the summons of the Venture-Captain, the Grand Auditor and shows up to the inquiry. After a few hours under the eyes of the Grand Auditor, Anferno had to answer 2 questions.

Question 1: Bracers of Armor don't stack with Armor.
Anferno had believed that the bracers did stack, thus providing him with additional protection. Now realizing the truth, Anferno admits his ignorance but declares that the truth shall not hinder his ability to face the forces of chaos head on!

Question 2: Boots of +2 Fire Resistance.
Anferno brings out a tomb of Ultimate Equipment, turns it carefully to page 89 and hands it to the Grand Auditor.

[RancidHall]

the person in the picture is a woman

[Richard Loh]

The Grand Auditor threw the tome of Ultimate Equipment at Anferno's face.

"Law??? Order??? You shall henceforth rename your boots to whatever is listed in the book! This will not help our auditing efforts if you do not fall in line! Understand that??? The Chelaxian embassy will hear of this! That's all. You are dismissed!"

;D ;D ;D (about the picture being a woman's pic.)

[Daryl Kong]

The tomb of Ultimate Equipment flies through the air and Anferno catches it with his hand before it hits his face.
"I understand your Excellence, I shall make the amendments!"



And it doesn't matter if the picture is a female.
What matters is that the figure is in an evil-looking armor but notice the blue aura from the eyes and chest.
That's benevolence looking upon the flames of purity, cleansing the chaotic elements of the world.

[Daryl Kong]

Anferno receives news from the Paracountess that his brothers have been recruited into the Pathfinders' Society! Anfernal and Anfernus awaits their respective assignments, to prove their worth.

[Richard Loh]

Are they generic Tieflings or they have other tiefling heritages?

[Daryl Kong]

Apr 3, 2013 3:18:29 GMT 8 Richard Loh said:

Are they generic Tieflings or they have other tiefling heritages?

Going to be of different heritages and therefore not real brothers but rather sworn or blood brothers, as they are all orphans raised in a military-religious setting in Cheliax, and grew up becoming different class types but all share similar skill sets (intimidate for example)!

[Daryl Kong]

High above the western parts of Menador Mountains (South of Magnimar across the Steaming Sea and North-West of Egorian, Capital City of Cheliax, past Barrowood), a solitude eagle flies. The eagle spots the grand citadel of the Order of the Gate, built upon the side of the mountain and descends.

The eagle approaches the entrance of the Citadel Enferac, and transforms. Its black feathers folds into itself, its body enlarges with a sickening sound of metal piercing through flesh and a humanoid figure touches down firmly. As Anferno adjusts his cape, a hooded diabolist disciple walks over and welcomes him in Infernal. "Inquisitor, we have been expecting you. This way please." Anferno pauses for a moment, sensing the disciple speaks the truth and harbours no ill intent. "Lead the way."

The interior within are lighted candles, yet only illuminates a small area. Shadows fills the halls which stretches on, seemingly endless. A single imp stands in the way towards the destination. "Tiefling low born! Your kind defiles this sacred halls!" Anferno clench his fists and moves towards the imp. He does not see the Barbazu bull-rushing from behind a pillar. The Barbazu picks up Anferno, travels a short distance and both falls into a pit.

Anferno opens his cape and slow falls while the Barbazu hits the floor hard. The Barbazu quickly got up and curses, "We will never serve your kind! We are stronger!" The battle begins as the Barbazu swings his glaive and Anferno defending with silver sickle and shield. As hard and long as it tries, the Barbazu could not connect a blow to the armoured Inquisitor. It starts to get fatigued and Anferno strikes true, his sickle slicing off the Barbazu's beard.

Enraged, the Barbazu charges forward, hitting the steel shield enforced with magical protections. Anferno slowly but surely, beats it down to a pulp. "Look at me." Anferno commands the Barbazu as he grabs his neck, slams it onto the wall and lifts it up. With great skill and fury, Anferno shouts the Barbazu to death.

Above the pit, disciples and devils watched and remained silent. Anferno uses his natural claws with attached climbing claws and climbs out. A Signifer greets him and apologises for the rude interruption. Apparently, some devils disapprove of Cheliax's rule over them but ensures that in time, the devils and demons will know their place.

The Signifer leads Anferno to a grand chamber. Seated in a circle around a pentagram are revered Paralictors of the Order. The door closes as the induction begins for Anferno. Hellknighthood awaits.

[Richard Loh]

An imp flits across the window to Cheliax's embassy in Absalom, the City at the Centre of the World.

"Mistressss, we bring word that the Armiger Anferno has been inducted into the Hell Knights."

"Has he, really? It's such a long time since he was last in my company... I must see him soon. Such delicious, delicate demonic flesh..."

With those words, an extremely leggy woman, dressed in a simple silken red and black robe, rose up from her bed and saunter to the imp, the very same imp that Anferno once faced and embarrassed.

"Bring this letter to him, tell him that he is needed back here in Absalom for the next mission. Once that is done, I will personally see to it that he gets...... rewarded. It has been SOOO long since I've held a party."

[mort]

That's beautiful. The hellknight initiation ritual.

/me raises her rarely-used scimitar in salute