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Hello Everyone, Due to the popularity of GM Lugos' recruitment thread, I've decided to run Jade Regent as well.
(I have "borrowed" some of his requirements for characters but there are changes)
Recruitment ends Friday, February 28, but if I pick my players before then I will post an end to submissions.
º Nothing 3rd Party, Paizo only.
º 20 point build, with no stat high than 19 or lower than 8 after racials.
º Average starting gold + 20 GP
º HP will be Max at 1st, Then rolled, I allow one reroll per level but you have to take the 2nd roll.
º Races are Core + anything from the Featured races. I reserve the right to make you write backstory explaining odd Races/Class combos.
º Alignments are any good or neutral (no evil)
º Classes, Nothing from the playtest.
º 2 traits, one of which must be a campaign trait. I will allow 1 drawback for an additional trait (no more than that. May take no trait that increases wealth.
º Archtypes allowed, but must be approved beforehand.
º Read the Jade Regent Players Guide located here
Paizo
º I want a short background describing your character, why they are how they are and why they are in Sandpoint.
Also take a quick look at these guides they have a bunch of good info regarding PbP(Play By Post):
Important info
Please answer the following questions:
1. Have you played PbP(Play by post) before?
2. What is your Time Zone"
3. How often do you think you will be able to post per day?
4. I'm thinking of a fish, which one?
Some Background about me. I have been playing Pen and Paper games for over 15 years, mostly DnD but since Pathfinder was released I have focused on it. I've Part-timed in a comic shop for the past 10 years so I have had a chance to Run and play with players of all different skill levels. I am willing to help anyone who has any questions.
I would like to submit Master of Things Chemical, Gnick Gnack Paddy Wack!
Submiting Sybil Vekker as in Lugos' thread. She is tied to Koya via friend of the family.
I will be making a few changes tomorow (tying her more to sandpoint) but really minor things.
Also, I am curious to know how if you were planning on keeping the RP interactions with the 4 mains npcs high. To me it seems that it is what makes this AP different from the others.
1. Playing in two other games right now, I was getting bored of the long wait time so I decided to try another one (mostly because, as I wrote earlier, this AP seems RP intensive which does not always go well with my IRL group).
2. Eastern north america
3. At least once (usually more, up to 3 or 4 if I am having a relax weekend)
4. Jellyfish (not because they are fish, because they are gooey).
So, how do you feel about the alchemist (crypt breaker) and about the family ties drawback? I was thinking of considering Koya as 'family' and extending it to the other main NPCs and PCs.
I have an idea for an elven druid, taking the younger sibling trait for Shalelu.
Is the Treesinger druid archetype for elves okay?
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So, how do you feel about the alchemist (crypt breaker) and about the family ties drawback? I was thinking of considering Koya as 'family' and extending it to the other main NPCs and PCs.
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crypt breaker is fine, Family ties is fine.
As for RP I may try and have two types of interactions to avoid getting bogged down. Meaning there would be active interaction and modular interactions.
Active takes place in the now.
Modular will be kept in spoiler tags and added to concurrently. What I mean by this is:
Say you are at the Rusty Dragon talking to Amieko, instead of waiting for everyone to finish all their interactions before we continue. We can keep those conversations going as an aside.
What do you think?
Are you allowing the ACG Playtest classes? I'm thinking a fighter type...
As for RP I may try and have two types of interactions to avoid getting bogged down. Meaning there would be active interaction and modular interactions.
Active takes place in the now.
Modular will be kept in spoiler tags and added to concurrently. What I mean by this is:
Say you are at the Rusty Dragon talking to Amieko, instead of waiting for everyone to finish all their interactions before we continue. We can keep those conversations going as an aside.
What do you think?
I find it quite alien but I would need to see it used to voice an opinion(do you have any examples?)
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I find it quite alien but I would need to see it used to voice an opinion(do you have any examples?)
As for RP I may try and have two types of interactions to avoid getting bogged down. Meaning there would be active interaction and modular interactions.
Active takes place in the now.
Modular will be kept in spoiler tags and added to concurrently. What I mean by this is:
Say you are at the Rusty Dragon talking to Amieko, instead of waiting for everyone to finish all their interactions before we continue. We can keep those conversations going as an aside.
What do you think?
In a normal face to face game it's easy for the GM to have a conversation between a player and a NPC.
With PbP, These conversations can take quite a while as we have to post.
So in order to allow the players to RP with the NPC's, we can do something like this.
Example of what I would like to do:
The party and NPC's are deciding a course of action. We post back and forth until they decide what needs to be done. At that point they do it (Active Interaction)
During the interaction one of the NPC's mentions something not related to the current situation but the players want to expand on.
For instance "This reminds me of the time I was in Restov and was arrested by the authorities" now we could stop everything to expand on that or we can stick it in a spoiler tag and expand on it as we go. (passive interaction)
does that make sense?
Aww. Glad to see someone using some of my requirements.
Best of luck to everyone, and good luck to Meninite!
How about Theologian Cleric? Is that ok?
If so I'd like to submit Iza M'Halen, Oni-spawn Tiefling Cleric of Yamatsumi and close friend of Koya Mvashti. If Theologian isn't ok I'll rework her to standard Cleric.
It's the same char I submitted for the other tread.
As for your question:
1: Yes, been playing pbp for the last 8-10 years now
2: GMT+1, but I tend to be a bit of a night owl
3: Daily should be doable, more times a day if the game and my schedule allows it. I do have an aversion against posting for the sake of posting if there is nothing to add.
4: Herring, a sturdy one to chop down the biggest tree in the forest
Tharjuk Shundar-Quah re-applying for Jade Regent (from the other thread): Human Oracle (Life) with Shaonti background.
1. Have you played PbP(Play by post) before?
I have played in two games before (not on Paizo), and am currently the GM of my own game here (Red Hand of Doom).
2. What is your Time Zone?
GMT+1 (Central Europe, Berlin)
3. How often do you think you will be able to post per day?
At least once, but most days multiple postings should be possible.
4. I'm thinking of a fish, which one?
The funny one.
I'd like to submit a Barbarian for this game. Trying to figure out how I can make him more than just a brute with a big stick and to contribute to the party out of combat.
Have this idea of a Shoanti tribesman who went on a big walk when he was expelled from his tribe now he has returned and is looking for a home.
1. Been playing PbP games for 7+ years
2. Central Europe: GMT+1. In my experience gaming with folks from the states works well if games move at a 1-3 posts per player per day rate. If things go way faster then I have 30+ posts to read in the morning and that can be a problem. Slower is no problem although I prefer games that move ahead fairly steadily.
3. On a normal day I'm around a computer 12 hours a day. I'll usually post to games once in the morning and another one or two times per day in the afternoon or evening hours if a thread sees action during daytime for me. Work related travel absences will come a few times a year.
4. Shark
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dotting for interest. I am thinking of either some form of ranger or maybe a catfolk ninja!
1.yes i am currently involved in 3 PBP's at the moment.
2. Central time zone in the US although I work the graveyard shift so i tend to be sleeping from about 9 am to 3pm.
3.3 to 4 times a day, or, 700 times from midnight to 5 am (boring job what can i say)
4.A herring... what else would you use to cut things down with
Hello Meninite! Once more thank you for running this AP. I am sure you know Avan the Unwan...the Aloof! He's a monk with the Martial Artist Archetype I hope the archetype is okay with you.
Answers:
1. Yes
2. GMT+3
3. Plenty
4. Barracuda
Hello TheNine, fancy meeting you here.
Same here! Maybe we'll be playing this game together too.
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1. Have you played PbP(Play by post) before?
Actually I have, and still do. On Obsidian portal I play a divine hunter (Paladin) named Aric Azure. A somewhat simple man with strong beliefs and surrounded by wiser comrades, always willing to aid him with a good advice. Also I was chosen for another Jade Regent pbp, but alas for unknown reasons our gm vanished in a puff of purple smoke.
2. What is your Time Zone"
I am living in germany, am german, but I do hope that my english won´t pose mayor problems. My timezone is GMT.
3. How often do you think you will be able to post per day?
I can post everyday and also do so. (Exceptions are holidays)
4. I'm thinking of a fish, which one?
The lovely tuna, who died honorably so that his meat could grace your tuna sandwich!
Hey Meninite, great to see the thread.
For convenience, linking Daniel's page.
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Questions
1 Ever played
-Yes. In several current games
2 Time zone:
- +1GMT
3 Possible post frequency
-2 to 3 times a day
4 Fish
-A herring (to bring down the mightiest tree in the forest with.)
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Thanks for running this Meninite. I would still love to join :)
And thanks for giving this toon another chance.
This is the wizard that was in the "Onward wayward
I have a rogue I have played on PBP
I am in the Central time zone.
I can post at least once per day
How about an angler fish
Thanks Meninite, Amber and nightdeath for the explanations on how the NPC's interactions would work (although I had understood it the first time Meninite explained). What I found alien was that at some point there could be a huge lag between what is going on in the 'group' adventure and what is going on in the spoiler tags. I am not complaining, just trying to wrap my head around it.
Just an idea that poped up: once the caravan leaves, why not simply create a separate thread for campfire interactions. The thread might or might not be spoiler intensive but at least it would not be plagued with the adventure. MAYBE it might be less messy... but somehow I have doubts...
On a different topic: So meninite, what do you think about the antagonize feat... I gave my opinion but never got any feedback.
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Hello and thank you for offering to run Jade Regent. May I present for consideration Hithil Andosana, elf wizard (divination specialty) and younger sibling of Shalelu. The stats and extensive background are all in the profile. I used a 20-point buy system and the campaign trait I choose was younger sibling (obviously).
A bit about the guy at the keyboard:
I'm retired (yay) and thus I find myself able to post 3-4 times a day on most days. I like to assume that if it doesn't happen in character, it doesn't happen. I've also never played Jade Regent and this will be my first full-caster character, which I've been always interested in playing.
1. Have you played PbP(Play by post) before?
Yes - I'm actually in two campaigns at the moment where the other players might post 1-2 times a day (and most of their posts are like "i light a torch"), and I find myself always waiting for them to post and actually do something. I generally post 3-4 times a day. I wouldn't apply if I didn't have excessive time to post for a third campaign. That's part of being retired I suppose. I have informed both GMs that I am applying for a third campaign, both of which said it was okay given how much I post.
2. What is your Time Zone?
I'm US West Coast - Las Vegas. I wake up around 6:30a.m. and go to bed about 9PM. The vast majority of my posts are from 7:30a.m. to about 5:30pm, since most folks are European or US East coast.
3. How often do you think you will be able to post per day?
3-4 times a day is pretty easy. If I travel, I post via my phone 2-3 times a day.
4. I'm thinking of a fish, which one?
Puffer fish, obviously. They're funny but with deadly poison inside. Hmmmm, why are thinking about the puffer fish?
Just a quick point on some of the back stories.
It's impossible for anyone to have any knowledge regarding Amiko's heritage. As far as anyone knows the Kaijitsus were just normal Virisian nobles.
But doesn't Ameiko look asian in a land of western/native looking people?
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Just a quick point on some of the back stories.
It's impossible for anyone to have any knowledge regarding Amiko's heritage. As far as anyone knows the Kaijitsus were just normal Virisian nobles.
That's a pretty important limitation, that destroys several character concepts, including mine.
Including this limit in the character generation rules would have allowed me not to post a character which will automatically be refused. I'll have to see if I am inspired for a different kind of background, and what kind of character would be produced as a result.
I never said characters would be refused for back story, but unless you are meta gaming, you as a player can't "Know" any of that information since it's only in the AP itself(which you shouldn't be reading)
I've got a Dwarven Ranger (switch-hitter) in mind. I'm thinking he's an acquaintance of Shalelu. I'll try to have him finished up for you in the next few days.
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But doesn't Ameiko look asian in a land of western/native looking people?Just a quick point on some of the back stories.
It's impossible for anyone to have any knowledge regarding Amiko's heritage. As far as anyone knows the Kaijitsus were just normal Virisian nobles.
She does, but she was born on this side of the world. When I say heritage I don't mean race.
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How about Theologian Cleric? Is that ok?
If so I'd like to submit Iza M'Halen, Oni-spawn Tiefling Cleric of Yamatsumi and close friend of Koya Mvashti. If Theologian isn't ok I'll rework her to standard Cleric.
It's the same char I submitted for the other tread.As for your question:
** spoiler omitted **
A few things:
1. In order to take Oni-Spawn(Which is fine) you need to take the Fiendish Heritage feat at Lv1.
2. I can't seem to find the deity Yamatsumi where is it from?
3. Theologian is fine
Very interested! I'll look at something's and decide on what class/race to take. Been mulling over a Varisian sorcerer (Starsoul) with the Harrower PrC if available. I'll have more information up later!
MTS
I post several times a day.
Krissina from GM Logos thread, I don't think there's any changes required, but I'll go through it properly later.
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Bowing humbly,
"I offer my sword. I am Caikahn of Nerosyan. Good day to you."
2. What is your Time Zone" EST but I travel weekly throughout USA (Eastern - Pacific and varies from week to week)
3. How often do you think you will be able to post per day? 2-3 for sure, more if necessary but weekends can be tricky with children in tow.
4. I'm thinking of a fish, which one? Fugu
Hoo! Here is my initial entry. I will go back through & double check to see if he meets all of your requirements later as I am at work right now, but I believe he should. If you would like anything more from me character or story-wise, please let me know.
2) Central North America, not certain where that falls in terms of GMT.
3) At least once per day, depending on the pace everyone else sets. I had a bad habit of running 'full speed ahead' with this AP last time. Occasionally, I have real life events intrude on my posting ability, in those instances, I make it a point to warn people ahead of time.
4) A Red Herring of course...
I've been playing RPG's for approximately the last three decades, obviously this has included a number of different rules-sets. Sometimes this means I am a resource for mechanics, sometimes this means I mix up which rule goes with which system...
How about Theologian Cleric? Is that ok?
If so I'd like to submit Iza M'Halen, Oni-spawn Tiefling Cleric of Yamatsumi and close friend of Koya Mvashti. If Theologian isn't ok I'll rework her to standard Cleric.
It's the same char I submitted for the other tread.As for your question:
** spoiler omitted **
A few things:
1. In order to take Oni-Spawn(Which is fine) you need to take the Fiendish Heritage feat at Lv1.
2. I can't seem to find the deity Yamatsumi where is it from?
3. Theologian is fine
Yamatsumi is from the Dragon Empires Gazetteer. There is some info on the PF wiki (here) but I find it rather lacking as it only contains the mechanical info, not anything about who he is.
As for the feat, that's fine. I'm not used to it as most only use the feat for the variant ability list and not for the variants based on heritage, bringing them on equal footing with Aasimars, Dhampirs and Skinwalkers, all of which also don't need a feat to get a racial variant.
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I never said characters would be refused for back story, but unless you are meta gaming, you as a player can't "Know" any of that information since it's only in the AP itself(which you shouldn't be reading)Just a quick point on some of the back stories.
It's impossible for anyone to have any knowledge regarding Amiko's heritage. As far as anyone knows the Kaijitsus were just normal Virisian nobles.
That's a pretty important limitation, that destroys several character concepts, including mine.
Including this limit in the character generation rules would have allowed me not to post a character which will automatically be refused. I'll have to see if I am inspired for a different kind of background, and what kind of character would be produced as a result.
As a player reading the covers of the AP books, you learn this bit of knowledge, so claims that a player should be unaware of what's about to happen (even without everything that exists on the web about it) seems a little bit of a stretch. I agree that the characters have no reason to know, but saying the players shouldn't know what's in the marketing material for the AP?
Do you find Dun's background to be a violation of your intended limit?
I don't have to much issue with the story, but I may need to retroactively kill off your characters family.