View source for Martial Mage (3.5e Prestige Class)

===Campaign Information===

====Playing a Martial Mage====

'''Combat:''' You have options to choose from, be it magic or maneuvers.  Your action economy is important, so you may invest in metamagic to quicken your spells, or run exclusively on boosts and counters while casting magic.  Keep your spellblade full of your most useful spell to activate in a pinch.

'''Advancement:''' Other gish classes or martial maneuvers classes may be important to you.

'''Resources:''' Martial Mages are uncommon, so when two martial mages meet they often swap notes before parting ways.

====Martial Mages in the World====

{{quote|Strangely I found myself paralyzed with options.  I suppose that's why I lost, I really was overthinking it.|orig=Mult, Human Martial Mage}}

'''NPC Reactions:''' Common folk know little of the difference between gishes, and the distinction is rarely important.  However, the fact one has mastered both martial finesse and spellcasting power may inspire fear and respect.

====Martial Mage Lore====

Characters with ranks in Martial Lore can research Martial Mages to learn more about them.  When a character makes a skill check, read or paraphrase the following, including information from lower DCs.

{| class="zebra d20"
|+ Martial Lore
! DC || class="left" | Result
|-
| 10 || class="left" | Martial Mages combine martial maneuvers with spellcasting.  They can also store spells and hold onto them as if it were a physical thing.
|-
| 15 || class="left" | Martial Mages are fearless when it comes to casting in the middle of combat.  They can also refresh spellcasting or maneuvers by switching energy between their abilities.
|-
| 20 || class="left" | Strong Martial Mages can absorb hostile spells as well.  Some can even protect entire parties from a stray ''fireball'' or ''horrid wilting'', absorbing the power into their sword.
|- 
| 30 || class="left" | Those that reach this level of success can research specific Martial Mages, their whereabouts, lore surrounding them, and other details.
|}

====Martial Mages in the Game====

'''Sample Encounter:''' The dreaded warlock is not just the master of eldritch power, but also swordplay.  Who can stand up to his magic blade?

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