Order of the Bow Initiate - Revision history

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	<span style="color: rgb(255, 128, 0);">Ranged Precision I to V		<span style="color: rgb(255, 128, 0);">Ranged Precision I to V
	</span><br />Type of Feat: Class Ability<br />Prerequisites: Order of the Bow Initiate<br />Specifics: During a regular ranged attack an initiate takes a precisely aimed attack.		</span><br />Type of Feat: Class Ability<br />Prerequisites: Order of the Bow Initiate<br />Specifics: During a regular ranged attack an initiate takes a precisely aimed attack.
	Ranged Precision was changed to a combat style mode. Ranged Precision reduces your total attacks to 2 (~~before~~ Rapid Shot~~/Haste~~) but increases your damage per shot by 1d6 at level 1 and for every odd OOBI level, ending at 5d6 at OOBI 9.		Ranged Precision was changed to a combat style mode. Ranged Precision reduces your total attacks to 2 (3 with Haste; Rapid Shot has no effect) but increases your damage per shot by 1d6 at level 1 and for every odd OOBI level, ending at 5d6 at OOBI 9.
	An initiate’s ranged precision attack only works against living creatures with discernible anatomies. Any creature that is immune to critical hits (either naturally or through a class, item or ability benefit) is not vulnerable to a ranged precision attack. Unlike with a rogue’s sneak attack, the initiate’s target does not have to be flat-footed or denied its Dexterity bonus, but if it is, the initiate’s extra precision damage stacks with sneak attack damage. <br />Use: Selected as a Mode		An initiate’s ranged precision attack only works against living creatures with discernible anatomies. Any creature that is immune to critical hits (either naturally or through a class, item or ability benefit) is not vulnerable to a ranged precision attack. Unlike with a rogue’s sneak attack, the initiate’s target does not have to be flat-footed or denied its Dexterity bonus, but if it is, the initiate’s extra precision damage stacks with sneak attack damage. <br />Use: Selected as a Mode<br>
			SERVER NOTE: Precision affects crit-immune enemies even though the description says it doesn't

	<span style="color: rgb(255, 128, 0);">Sharp Shooting		<span style="color: rgb(255, 128, 0);">Sharp Shooting
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	(Notice: Abilities only work with bows, not crossbows,slings)		(Notice: Abilities only work with bows, not crossbows,slings)


	==Updates==		==Updates==

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	== Class Notice ==		== Class Notice ==
	The Order of the Bow Initiate PRC facilitates a special long ranged style of combat gameplay. It is unlike other archer prestige classes in that it provides the character with abilities surpassing the normal range of bows and crossbows. The character in essence becomes a sniper or marksman, extending the range of his attack through OOBI abilities.		The Order of the Bow Initiate PRC facilitates a special long ranged style of combat gameplay. It is unlike other archer prestige classes in that it provides the character with abilities surpassing the normal range of bows and crossbows. The character in essence becomes a sniper or marksman, extending the range of his attack through OOBI abilities.

	The ''Way of the Bow ''is not a religious creed, nor is the Order of the Bow an actual organization. Instead it refers to a discipline: that of mastering the bow. Initiates literally dedicate themselves to mastering the order that is the bow. The ''order ''thus represents the bow as a microcosm, its every aspect a study pursued by the initiate.


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	[[File:OOBI.jpg\|thumb]]		[[File:OOBI.jpg\|thumb]]

	When asked "What is Truth?,~~" an initiate of the Order of the Bow~~ picks up his bow, fires an arrow and, without saying a word, lets his mastery of the ~~weapon~~ serve as the gauge of the archer's progress along the way~~. By learning the meditative art of the Way of the Bow~~, the archer ~~improves his discipline, precision, and spirituality. Order~~ of ~~the Bow initiates see their weapons as extensions of their being~~, ~~and the use of a bow as a spiritual experience. Everything comes down to that one shot in the world of the Initiate hence a common saying is:~~ "~~One shot, one kill~~".		The Way of the Bow is used by some for spiritual self-improvement, by others a philosophical art. Others practice it as a way of life, and yet others employ it as a religious ceremony. Of course, many find the art of killing with the bow to be an important skill in a dangerous world. The Way of the Bow is always what you make of it. The Way of the Bow embraces the following concepts:

			Through one's archery, one's true character can be determined.

			The Way of the Bow is a spiritual art. By learning it, the archer learns about himself. By improving in the Way of the Bow, the archer improves himself.

			The Way of the Bow is a highly meditative martial art whose ultimate goals are Truth, Goodness, and Beauty.

			When asked, "What is Truth?", a Master Archer picks up his bow, fires an arrow and, without saying a word, lets his mastery of the bow serve as the gauge of the archer's progress along the "way," thereby showing the archer's knowledge of reality, or "truth" itself.

	~~Fighters are~~ the ~~most common initiates~~ of the ~~Order~~ of the Bow. ~~Rangers~~, ~~paladins~~, ~~and even barbarians utilize these skills and philosophies well~~. ~~Some rogues and bards have been known to enter~~ the ~~order~~, ~~but they are rare indeed~~.		The Way of the Bow is a matter of precision and discipline: the relationship you have with your bow, the arrow, your body, and your mind. The Way of the Bow is standing meditation. When you shoot, you can see the reflection of your mind, as in a mirror. The target is the mirror. When you release, you also let go of your ego. You can see your own mind.

	~~The ''Way~~ of ~~the Bow ''is not a religious creed, nor is~~ the Order of the Bow ~~an actual organization~~. ~~Instead it refers to a discipline: that of mastering the bow. Initiates literally dedicate themselves to mastering the order that is the bow. The ''order ''thus represents the bow~~ as ~~a microcosm, its every aspect a study pursued by the initiate~~.		[[Fighter]]s are the most common initiates of the Order of the Bow. Powerful [[ranger]]s, [[paladin]]s, and even [[barbarian]]s utilize these skills and philosophies as well.

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			==Updates==
			* Ranged Precision now checks if Rapid Shot is turned on for attack calculations.

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	- Skill Points: 2 + Int Modifier.		- Skill Points: 2 + Int Modifier.

	- Class Skills: Concentration, ~~Craft Weapon~~, Lore, Spot, Sense Motive		- Class Skills: [[Concentration]], [[Lore: History]], [[Lore: Local]]. [[Lore: Religion]], [[Ride]], [[Spot]], [[Sense Motive]]

	- Class Feats		- Class Feats

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	Base attack bonus: +5		Base attack bonus: +5

	Skills: Lore: Religion 2, Craft (Carving & Sculpting) 5 ranks		Skills: [[Lore: Religion]] 2, [[Craft: Carving/Sculpting]] 5 ranks

	Feats: Point Blank Shot, Rapid Shot, Weapon Focus Short Bow or Longbow		Feats: Point Blank Shot, Rapid Shot, Weapon Focus Short Bow or Longbow

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	Base attack bonus: +5		Base attack bonus: +5

	Skills: Lore: Religion 2, Craft ~~Weapon~~ 5 ranks		Skills: Lore: Religion 2, Craft (Carving & Sculpting) 5 ranks

	Feats: Point Blank Shot, Rapid Shot, Weapon Focus Short Bow or Longbow		Feats: Point Blank Shot, Rapid Shot, Weapon Focus Short Bow or Longbow



	== Class Features ==		== Class Features ==

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	''Class courtesy of Rasael, thorough testing by the Quality Control Team. Implementation on the server by Luna.''		''Class courtesy of Rasael, thorough testing by the Quality Control Team. Implementation on the server by Luna.''
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	The ''Way of the Bow ''is not a religious creed, nor is the Order of the Bow an actual organization. Instead it refers to a discipline: that of mastering the bow. Initiates literally dedicate themselves to mastering the order that is the bow. The ''order ''thus represents the bow as a microcosm, its every aspect a study pursued by the initiate.		The ''Way of the Bow ''is not a religious creed, nor is the Order of the Bow an actual organization. Instead it refers to a discipline: that of mastering the bow. Initiates literally dedicate themselves to mastering the order that is the bow. The ''order ''thus represents the bow as a microcosm, its every aspect a study pursued by the initiate.

	~~(Notice: Some abilities only work with regular bows, not crossbows)~~


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			(Notice: Abilities only work with bows, not crossbows,slings)
	''Class courtesy of Rasael, thorough testing by the Quality Control Team. Implementation on the server by Luna.''		''Class courtesy of Rasael, thorough testing by the Quality Control Team. Implementation on the server by Luna.''
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	== Abilities ==		== Abilities ==
	<span style="color: rgb(255, 128, 0);">Ranged Precision I to V		<span style="color: rgb(255, 128, 0);">Ranged Precision I to V
	</span><br />Type of Feat: Class Ability<br />Prerequisites: Order of the Bow Initiate<br />Specifics: During a regular ranged attack an initiate takes a precisely aimed attack ~~dealing an extra +~~2 ~~points of~~ damage every ~~two class levels if the attack hits~~. An initiate’s ranged precision attack only works against living creatures with discernible anatomies. Any creature that is immune to critical hits (either naturally or through a class, item or ability benefit) is not vulnerable to a ranged precision attack. Unlike with a rogue’s sneak attack, the initiate’s target does not have to be flat-footed or denied its Dexterity bonus, but if it is, the initiate’s extra precision damage stacks with sneak attack damage~~. The initiate’s bonus to damage on ranged precision attacks increases by +2 every two levels~~.<br />Use: ~~Automatic~~		</span><br />Type of Feat: Class Ability<br />Prerequisites: Order of the Bow Initiate<br />Specifics: During a regular ranged attack an initiate takes a precisely aimed attack.
			Ranged Precision was changed to a combat style mode. Ranged Precision reduces your total attacks to 2 (before Rapid Shot/Haste) but increases your damage per shot by 1d6 at level 1 and for every odd OOBI level, ending at 5d6 at OOBI 9.
			An initiate’s ranged precision attack only works against living creatures with discernible anatomies. Any creature that is immune to critical hits (either naturally or through a class, item or ability benefit) is not vulnerable to a ranged precision attack. Unlike with a rogue’s sneak attack, the initiate’s target does not have to be flat-footed or denied its Dexterity bonus, but if it is, the initiate’s extra precision damage stacks with sneak attack damage. <br />Use: Selected as a Mode

	<span style="color: rgb(255, 128, 0);">Sharp Shooting		<span style="color: rgb(255, 128, 0);">Sharp Shooting
	</span><br />Type of Feat: Class Ability<br />Prerequisites: Order of the Bow Initiate level 6<br />Specifics: You mark your target ~~and take~~ a ~~concentration check every round before your attack~~, ~~but you limit yourself to half of your normal attacks. If successful you gain an extra +2 precision damage and an additional +2 attack bonus vs~~ the ~~target~~. ~~The Sharpshooting DC starts at 10 + 29% of~~ the ~~distance to the target. Your ranged Precision feats apply as well as any sneak attack damage you can do if~~, ~~this attack is executed~~ as ~~a sneak attack~~. ~~At Order of the Bow Initiate Level 10 you no longer limit yourself to half your attacks, you now use all your regular attacks~~. <br />Use: Selected ~~as a Mode~~		</span><br />Type of Feat: Class Ability<br />Prerequisites: Order of the Bow Initiate level 10<br />Specifics: You mark your target. Sharp Shooting fires a single arrow that, if it hits, negates enemy DR for the next 3 rounds. In addition, Sharp Shooting removes any missile protection effects the enemy might have, such as Storm Avatar. Sharp Shooting can be used 3 times per day.<br />Use: Selected

	<span style="color: rgb(255, 128, 0);">Dead Eye Shot		<span style="color: rgb(255, 128, 0);">Dead Eye Shot