Mascot wine is a luxury wine brand that is known for its high price tag. The Mascot wine price tag reflects the quality and prestige associated with this brand. The main idea is that Mascot wine is an expensive wine that is considered a symbol of status and sophistication. The price of Mascot wine can vary depending on the vintage and the market demand. Generally, it is not uncommon to find bottles of Mascot wine with a price tag of several hundred dollars or more. This high price is due to the meticulous winemaking process and the use of high-quality grapes.
The type of money introduced by Rome was unlike that found elsewhere in the ancient Mediterranean; it combined several unique elements.
Polymorph self or poly other both super versatile as well, especially poly self where the red makes himself look like a copper or silver, say, just before the good guys break in. Gold objects and metal ore were used in commerce in the Ancient Near East since the Bronze Age, but gold coins originated later, during the 6th century BC, in Anatolia.
This high price is due to the meticulous winemaking process and the use of high-quality grapes. One of the reasons for the high price of Mascot wine is the limited production. The vineyards that produce Mascot wine have strict yield controls, meaning that only a limited number of grapes are allowed to be harvested.
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What do you think is the ideal spell list for an ancient red dragon to maximize their combat potential?
I'll give it a try first, just using the Player's Handbook:
1) enlarge, protection from good
2) mirror image, invisibility
3) blink, slow
4) fire shield, minor globe of invulnerability
What do you think a strength spell would do for a dragon?
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Re: Best ancient red dragon spell list?
Post by Ratbreath » Fri Mar 22, 2019 3:47 am
I would recommend perusing both articles in Dragon #134 about dragon magic: "Give Dragons a Fighting Chance" and "Serpents and Sorcery".
The first article suggests uniquely powered-up versions of normal spells for dragons, like having a red dragon fireball do d12 per die instead of d6. It has a strength spell doubling their claw and bite damage.
The second article has a list of spells favored by reds:
p26Dragon#134 wrote: Red dragons
The best known of dragonkind, these mountain-dwelling monsters are infamous for their greed and power. The spells they enjoy using include:
First level: affect normal fires, burning hands, charm person, detect magic, firewater, hold portal, identify, magic missile, melt, and ventriloquism.
Second level: continual light, flaming sphere, detect good, locate object, mirror image, pyrotechnics,
strength (this spells adds +2 hp damage to physical attacks), and wizard lock.
Third level: blink, dispel magic, explosive runes, fireball, hold person, Melfs minute meteors, suggestion, and tongues. Fourth level: charm monster, dimension door, fire charm, fire shield, fire trap, polymorph self bestow curse, and wall of fire.
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Re: Best ancient red dragon spell list?
Post by Xabloyan » Fri Mar 22, 2019 4:23 am
BTB, red dragons don't get to choose. They have to take random selection, and from a small pool it is implied. Only some gold (50%) and silvers (25%) have actual spell books!
Pretty much a red should take cold spells if it can because people going up against a red are going to prep for it with all sorts of fire resistance magic. Resist fire, protection from fire, fire resistance rings, flame walk; nobody's gonna have resist cold cast. So an appropriately timed ice storm can really screw over a party of dragon slayers!
Other than that, an ideal spell list for an ancient red would be:
1st: shield (get rid of those nasty MU magic missiles), charm person.
2nd: ESP, mirror image, invisibility, stinking cloud, are all good. Pick any two. Invisibility and stinking cloud, maybe.
Detect invisibility, otherwise a super useful spell is mostly useless given dragon senses.
3rd: dispel magic and slow are the best two 3rd spells anyway, even if you aren't a dragon. Dispel magic is especially good for dropping on a party as they emerge into your lair, so that they lose all their pre-cast buffs and resist fire/protection from fire spells.
4th: ice storm or wall of ice, and hot fire shield would both be great! Polymorph (self) or poly other both super versatile as well, especially poly self where the red makes himself look like a copper or silver, say, just before the good guys break in. Or making yourself look like the princess that the heroes have arrived to rescue. Charm monster is good for getting yourself lots of cannon fodder or meat shield flunkies. Confusion is a great defense spell.
but of course, going btb, it's entirely possibly you could roll up an ancient dragon with a loser random spell list like:
1st) mending, message
2nd) fools gold, leomund's trap
3rd) feign death, leomund's tiny hut
4th) extension I, massmorph
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The elephant, with or without the castle, symbolizes the Royal African Company, founded in 1660, whose activities on the Guinea Coast of Africa resulted in the importation of much gold into England.
This limited supply contributes to the exclusivity and scarcity of Mascot wine, driving up its price. Another factor that influences the price of Mascot wine is the aging process. Mascot wine is often aged for several years in oak barrels before it is released for sale. This aging process adds depth and complexity to the wine, enhancing its flavor profile and increasing its value. The reputation of Mascot wine as a prestigious brand also plays a role in its high price tag. People are willing to pay a premium for Mascot wine because it is associated with luxury and sophistication. Owning a bottle of Mascot wine can be seen as a status symbol, making it a desirable choice for collectors and wine enthusiasts. In conclusion, Mascot wine is a luxury wine brand that is known for its high price tag. The price of Mascot wine reflects its quality, exclusivity, and prestige. It is a symbol of status and sophistication, making it a desirable choice for those who appreciate fine wine..
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2. John - 1/5 stars - I was expecting greatness from the Mascot wine due to its hefty price tag, but it fell flat on all fronts. The taste was underwhelming and lacked any distinctive flavors. I found it to be a waste of money and regretted not going for a more affordable option with better taste. Save yourself the disappointment and avoid this overpriced bottle.
3. Emily - 2/5 stars - Mascot wine may have a reputation for being a luxury wine, but I found it to be overrated. While it had a smooth texture, the flavor profile was lacking. It tasted generic and did not have the complexity or depth that I expected for the price. I would not recommend this wine to anyone seeking a truly exceptional experience. There are far better options available at a fraction of the price.