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Jubilost is a companion in Pathfinder: Kingmaker. He's a cantankerous gnome alchemist, returning from the original AP.
Biography[]
The name of Jubilost Nartropple is known to each and every educated person in all of Avistan. Or rather Jubilost himself won't accept the idea that someone, who does not know his name, could possibly be called an educated person. A renowned adventurer, who traveled the Inner Sea region back and forth, prolific writer and tireless explorer, Jubilost likes to brag, that every good household is bound to have at least one of his books - whether it's an expensive illustrated atlas or a cheap collection of cooking recipes. He doesn't care that those envious of his many talents call him haughty and rude - after all he can insult them much worse - and in a dozen different languages at that!
At first glance, the Stolen Lands didn't impress Jubilost much: in his career span he's seen a fair share of bad roads, impassable woods and monster-infested swamps. It was the acquaintance with the new ruler of these inhospitable lands, that has piqued his curiosity. The gnome was intrigued by the ambitious attempt to bring civilization to the region that successfully resisted it for so long. So he graciously offered to stay here for a while, aiming to support the young barony with both valuable advice and active help - and you can spit in the face of those who claim that all Jubilost Narthropple is good at is fault-finding!
Jubilost prefers to stay out of close combat - he leaves this dubious honor to those less smart. He doesn't burden himself with heavy armors or shields. This experienced alchemist attacks from the distance, throwing everything from explosive bombs to virulent chemicals at the heads of his enemies. His other weapon of choice is the heavy crossbow, using bolts with concussive, paralyzing and other interesting effects. Besides, he always carries along a whole arsenal of potions, extracts and elixirs for every occasion - be it to provide protection from fire or acid, to let him see the invisible or to become invisible himself.
Outside of battle, Jubilost is always ready to put his vast knowledge and experience to use, and his nimble fingers can deal with almost all kinds of locks or traps. If you decide to rely on Jubilost in Kingdom governing, his remarkable intellect will be of great help.
- From Kickstarter Update #15*
Interactions[]
Jubilost is one of the three new companions to recruit in the second chapter. You meet him at A Ford across the Skunk River after the Troll Trouble events start. Defeat the kobolds and save the cart from the river, then he can join your party. If you fail with the cart you'd have to escort him to the Dwarven Ruins first. Later he can be found to the west of the capital square's merchants.
Camping[]
- Camping Special Role
- Effective Management. Jubilost organizes all the party members, offering the most efficient ways to performing camping routines. Camping time is reduced by 1 hour.
- Favorite Meal
- Onion Soup: +3 bonus to all skills with at least one rank in them for one day.
- Grilled Silver Eel: +5 bonus to Trickery checks for one day.
- First World Mince Pie: +1d6 bomb damage bonus for one day.
Starting Equipment and Loot[]
Position in court[]
Jubilost can be appointed to the court position of Treasurer (Economy) or Minister (Espionage), once the position opens. He doesn't offer anything really unique as an advisor.
Role in the party[]
Taking Alchemist levels instead of the Grenadier archetype is a waste, but don't you worry, Jubilost is great. Despite the announcement, he does not have any special abilities with crossbows, but he can buff your whole party with "personal" spells like Shield or Echolocation (a unique and extremely useful ability), while his bombs almost always hit and can disable enemies to boot. Take Infusion discovery as early as you can and use cognatogens to increase damage and DC of his attacks and to have more bombs per day. With Fast Bombs discovery Jubilost can single-handedly blast a powerful monster out of existence very quickly. In the meantime, he is a great "skill monkey" and a source of vast knowledge and sarcastic comments on everything around. Also the whole Inconsequent Debates event is the most unique and interesting personal quest in the game that will forever change your opinion of Jubilost.