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Now, the sanctioned modules must be played by a character within one level of the module’s starting level. I know this is not a popular decision for some.
-The problem there is getting everyone who wants to play at just the right level at the same time and then getting them there for either 8 hours or for two consecutive sessions.
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I've been running Sanctioned modules almost exclusively for the past 4 months and the response from players in Toronto has been extremely enthusiastic. Anything which enhances their sense of continuity and reward for this sort of play is to be encouraged, in my view.
Now, if we only had more modules to run ...
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And of course, the inevitable barrage of questions...
1) Previous Module Play & Wealth Adjustments
Discussion has been had about adjusting the wealth components of Sanctioned Module Chronicle Sheets to bring it closer in line with changes to the new risk level. Two questions:
1a) Do Chronicle sheets for these modules as played with characters predating these changes remain "grandfathered" in?
1b) If so, I would highly recommend a small section noting that these changes were made as of Date/Guide Version and any Chronicle Sheets for Sanctioned Modules played prior to said Date/Guide version will be different. This will avoid a lot of headaches in auditing characters further down the road, so GMs don't think a Chronicle sheet has been forged or altered.
If not, what are the procedures for making the changes to the "new" Chronicles.
2) Clarification on "Tier 1" Scenarios: I presume this means any scenario that is only for 1st level characters (First Steps Series)? Just making sure this isn't confused as "any scenario where you can play a level 1 character".
3) Level Cap: What are the procedures for players whose PCs have played "Eyes of the Twelve" and/or sanctioned modules which would level their character to 13 or higher under the new rules to update their characters to the appropriate level?
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And of course, the inevitable barrage of questions...
1) Previous Module Play & Wealth Adjustments
Discussion has been had about adjusting the wealth components of Sanctioned Module Chronicle Sheets to bring it closer in line with changes to the new risk level. Two questions:
1a) Do Chronicle sheets for these modules as played with characters predating these changes remain "grandfathered" in?
1b) If so, I would highly recommend a small section noting that these changes were made as of Date/Guide Version and any Chronicle Sheets for Sanctioned Modules played prior to said Date/Guide version will be different. This will avoid a lot of headaches in auditing characters further down the road, so GMs don't think a Chronicle sheet has been forged or altered.
If not, what are the procedures for making the changes to the "new" Chronicles.
2) Clarification on "Tier 1" Scenarios: I presume this means any scenario that is only for 1st level characters (First Steps Series)? Just making sure this isn't confused as "any scenario where you can play a level 1 character".
3) Level Cap: What are the procedures for players whose PCs have played "Eyes of the Twelve" and/or sanctioned modules which would level their character to 13 or higher under the new rules to update their characters to the appropriate level?
1a) Any Chronicle sheets currently assigned to a character remain the same and are not swapped out for the new Chronicle sheets that are now available for download.
1b) Thanks for the advice. I will consider it.
2) Correct. That applies to First Steps as they are our only Tier 1 scenarios at the moment.
3) Yes, if Eyes of Ten has been played, the character would level up to 13th level (essentially after part 2) and then once finished with all four parts of Eyes of Ten, would be 13th level with 2 XPs.
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So do I lose my 5th star this Gen Con, or next (assuming I don't meet the qualifications next year)?
Despite my being tempted to take it from you right now just for asking, you'll have a full season under these rules to maintain the star, so the rest of this season is a freebie.
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So do I lose my 5th star this Gen Con, or next (assuming I don't meet the qualifications next year)Despite my being tempted to take it from you right now just for asking, you'll have a full season under these rules to maintain the star, so the rest of this season is a freebie.
You are way to Nice to Kyle, Mark. Kyle does not deserve nice!
Down with the 5 Star!
;)
While the Chronicle Sheets have been updated on the module pages it seems someone forgot to keep the How To Play pages, or was this intentional? Also, are the additional sheets for Ambush and the Pathfinder Tales updated?
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While the Chronicle Sheets have been updated on the module pages it seems someone forgot to keep the How To Play pages, or was this intentional? Also, are the additional sheets for Ambush and the Pathfinder Tales updated?
The How To Play rules should now be consolidated into the Guide instead of spread over all the modules.
Ahh alright, mainly the "Running..." portion of those pages had some helpful tips for the specific modules is why I asked.
Still doesn't account for the fact that the "Running..." section isn't covered in it.
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with all the complaints about me there!You are not so important that we find it necessary to talk about you
*block...counter...jab...stick...move...*
*cough* ummmmm *cough*
Diego Winterborg... And yeah, if things do get too quiet on the super secret VC board we tend to pull out old Dragnmoon quotes and have ourselves a laugh.Ryan Bolduan
Now where is the super secret VC board everone keeps referring to?I have no idea, it is Super Secret!It's not that secret:
www.wehatedragnmoon.com
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Anything will less than 5 sessions is now officially considered a game day and not a convention.
One more question on this..
What is the definition of a session?
I always thought of it as a 4-5 hour block of time with 1+ tables.
So my Game day I run 2 Sessions, session 1 10am-3pm, session 2 3pm-8pm, 2 tables per session. My game day would be considered 2 session. correct?
But the convention I am running using the above description has 5 sessions with 3-4 tables per session so that would be considered a convention?
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A session is one scenario. A sanctioned module counts for two sessions. It falls in line with the credit received toward GM ranking.
Wow... so I am wrong... So my Game day is considered 4 sessions, and if I fit in 1 more session I could get the equivalent of Con support?
That is not what I thought...
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Also, a quick general question... for new GMs running first-time Pathfinder Society players through things - can characters created using the 4.0 or 4.1 guide still play in scenarios/modules printed from previous seasons?
I know there are adjustments posted for upgrading characters created during previous seasons to current rules, but if there's anything about running scenarios from old seasons with current rules/characters, I must have missed it...
Thanks very much!
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*block...counter...jab...stick...move...*If one is trying to reach the Venture-Captain for IL, but finds that the email address listed in the v4.0 guide bounces... where might one try to reach said Hobbit?
Thanks!
One would only need to consult the shiny new v4.1 of the Guide released today :-)
pfs.illinois(at)gmail(dot)com
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A session is one scenario. A sanctioned module counts for two sessions. It falls in line with the credit received toward GM ranking.Wow... so I am wrong... So my Game day is considered 4 sessions, and if I fit in 1 more session I could get the equivalent of Con support?
That is not what I thought...
I'm currently in the process of getting a Convention Support Policy approved. The bottom level of support where we will send product, special boons and the like is most likely going to be set at 15 sessions. This is subject to change so please don't hold me to it. But, it will be higher than 5 sessions.
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15 sessions seems a bit high. If one assumes 4 sessions a day, for 3 days, you only get 12 sessions. And most areas can only do 3 sessions a day. This rather crushes the chances of smaller conventions of ever getting special boons, which might help PFS grow in that area.
If they're only running 1 or 2 tables a slot, sure. But to get 15 sessions over a two-day convention (let's assume 5 total slots for the show), you only need to run 3 tables each slot.
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As a 5-star, I have access to the all-powerful Anti-Dragnmoon Sphere spell. You cannot hurt me with your piercing jabs sir. :-)And as Venture-Captain you can pool the powers from the other Venture-Captain from the super secret Venture-Captain forums with all the complaints about me there!
Nah. [Joke]you aren't important enough to register a complaint [/joke]
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I'm currently in the process of getting a Convention Support Policy approved. The bottom level of support where we will send product, special boons and the like is most likely going to be set at 15 sessions. This is subject to change so please don't hold me to it. But, it will be higher than 5 sessions.
Will it be announced publicly once you work it out?
I have a convention coming up in April I am coordinating PFS so I have an interest in this.. :)
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Nah. [Joke]you aren't important enough to register a complaint [/joke]
Look again!! Muhahahahahaha...;)
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Will it be announced publicly once you work it out?
I have a convention coming up in April I am coordinating PFS so I have an interest in this.. :)
Once all the details are worked out, then yes, it will be made known what the Convention Support Policy is. But it will take some time to make sure all the working parts are moving in the same direction so we set it up right.
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Once all the details are worked out, then yes, it will be made known what the Convention Support Policy is. But it will take some time to make sure all the working parts are moving in the same direction so we set it up right.
In other words It may not be before my Convention... Thanks mike for the Info!
I will continue to work with the Local V-C on this.
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In other words It may not be before my Convention... Thanks mike for the Info!
I will continue to work with the Local V-C on this.
As I said on Friday in the query about the Ruby Phoenix Module posts, I am not going to give any firm deadlines. If I miss a deadline by a couple of days for whatever reason, some people may become upset that I missed a "deadline." Once the Convention Support Policy is ready, and all the moving parts are in place, it will be made public. Until then, please work with your local Venture-Officers for convention support.
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As I said on Friday in the query about the Ruby Phoenix Module posts, I am not going to give any firm deadlines. If I miss a deadline by a couple of days for whatever reason, some people may become upset that I missed a "deadline." Once the Convention Support Policy is ready, and all the moving parts are in place, it will be made public. Until then, please work with your local Venture-Officers for convention support.
This may be surprising Mike ;), But I was not criticizing no deadline date I was just commenting that it may be awhile still.
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As I said on Friday in the query about the Ruby Phoenix Module posts, I am not going to give any firm deadlines. If I miss a deadline by a couple of days for whatever reason, some people may become upset that I missed a "deadline." Once the Convention Support Policy is ready, and all the moving parts are in place, it will be made public. Until then, please work with your local Venture-Officers for convention support.
What do you mean you're gonna miss a deadline! huh! NOoooooooh for the love of god ahhhhhhrgh.uh..nng..actually I...I think we'll survive.
Besides you guys have been doing a bang-up job with the PFS Support so I'm a happy camper. Good Job Mike!