These things happen in threes, right? I wonder who is next.
Option one means something like a reincarnation spell or resurrection spell could still work if they are able to meet the conditions (still have the body, the material components, a person that can cast it, etc)
Option two means you get a badass meaningful death that has a big impact on the encounter, but there's no way you can ever come back from it by any means. Everyone gets a personalized blaze of glory: maybe the wild magic sorcerer has a magic cascade and magic storm rages, a cleric or paladin see their god who gives them one last breath to unleash their power. A rogue suddenly can't be seen on the battlefield until they jump out from their hiding spot, going wild with fury. A fighter gains their third and final wind and slams back into the battle, a barbarian sees a vision of their ancestors who watch as he is inspired by them to prove he has earnt his spot in the afterlife. Whatever it is should be charater driven and personal.
The impact of their blaze of glory will often be huge epically described damage, often putting their own body on the line for their friends. Sometimes it may be their relentless pounding damages the enemies armor (lowering AC), or a holy light as their deity comes to collect them (giving back their allies health), or even them getting the death blow as they are also struck down (if the enemy has low health)
I find that this makes the players feel cool and less saddened by the loss of their character, and it gives them a cool way to die rather than just bleeding out. It can also lessen the risk of a TPK as it can be fight changing. It's worth noting I only do this for characters the players have had a long time and are attached too, no spamming deaths for cool moments.
Any thoughts or feedback welcome
I'll start with Mega Man who took himself out with the double Mega Buster and tried to bring Astro Boy with him.
Stupid question but I'm trying to remember which episode has the Blaze of Glory running gag. Any help would be appreciated
Let's hear some fun 5th edition characters for me to reroll for next session.
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