paizo.com Recent Posts by Mike Shelpaizo.com Recent Posts by Mike Shel2024-03-27T17:53:17Z2024-03-27T17:53:17ZForums: Homebrew and House Rules: Worldbuilding for GMsMike Shel (Contributor)https://paizo.com/threads/rzs435k9?Worldbuilding-for-GMs#12022-09-05T03:39:54Z2020-08-25T15:42:38Z<p>Howdy people! Remember me?</p>
<p>A friend of mine has recently published an ebook on fantasy worldbuilding. Though it's geared towards fantasy fans and writers, I really think it would be a treasure for any GM working on building their own campaign world, or further fleshing out an existing one. </p>
<p>No, I have no financial stake in this. It is well worth the modest cover price. Check it out: </p>
<p>https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B089GKQYVP</p>
<p>This blog post by Matt also gives a taste of what's in store:</p>
<p>https://www.mdpresley.com/post/worldbuilding-for-fantasy-fans-and-authors</p>Howdy people! Remember me?
A friend of mine has recently published an ebook on fantasy worldbuilding. Though it's geared towards fantasy fans and writers, I really think it would be a treasure for any GM working on building their own campaign world, or further fleshing out an existing one.
No, I have no financial stake in this. It is well worth the modest cover price. Check it out:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B089GKQYVP
This blog post by Matt also gives a taste of what's in store:
...Mike Shel (Contributor)2020-08-25T15:42:38ZRe: Forums: Product Discussion: Pathfinder Adventure Path #134: It Came from Hollow Mountain (Return of the Runelords 2 of 6)Mike Shel (Contributor)https://paizo.com/products/btpya1ra/discuss?Pathfinder-Adventure-Path-134-It-Came-from-Hollow-Mountain#362018-09-11T23:20:59Z2018-05-18T15:06:13Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">James Jacobs wrote:</div><blockquote> <div class="messageboard-quotee">Kanebaenre wrote:</div><blockquote><p> In Wrath's Shadow http://paizo.com/products/btpy8r0c, one of my favorite PFS scenarios is also near Hollow Mountain and from Mike Shel too... Any relation?</p>
<p></blockquote>Not intentionally, no. </blockquote><p>Other than they're both potential deathtraps, no.James Jacobs wrote:Kanebaenre wrote:In Wrath's Shadow http://paizo.com/products/btpy8r0c, one of my favorite PFS scenarios is also near Hollow Mountain and from Mike Shel too... Any relation?
Not intentionally, no. Other than they're both potential deathtraps, no.Mike Shel (Contributor)2018-05-18T15:06:13ZRe: Forums: Off-Topic Discussions: World-Shaking Mike Shel Announcements Here!Mike Shel (Contributor)https://paizo.com/threads/rzs2usdd?-WorldShaking-Mike-Shel-Announcements-Here#142019-09-08T15:26:36Z2018-04-09T16:02:21Z<p>My debut dark epic fantasy novel, <i><b>Aching God</b></i> is available now in print and digital formats at <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Aching-God-Iconoclasts-Book-1-ebook/dp/B07C9DBKB6/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_product_top?ie=UTF8" target="_blank" rel="nofollow"><b>Amazon</b></a>.</p>
<p>Here's a recent tweet about it from fantasy author Phil Tucker (of <i>Black Gate</i> fame):</p>
<p><i>"ACHING GOD is live! If you like classic fantasy told with compelling characters and a modern sensibility that really drives home how traumatizing and intense exploring ancient, evil tombs would really be, grab yourself a copy .</i></p>My debut dark epic fantasy novel, Aching God is available now in print and digital formats at Amazon.
Here's a recent tweet about it from fantasy author Phil Tucker (of Black Gate fame):
"ACHING GOD is live! If you like classic fantasy told with compelling characters and a modern sensibility that really drives home how traumatizing and intense exploring ancient, evil tombs would really be, grab yourself a copy .Mike Shel (Contributor)2018-04-09T16:02:21ZRe: Forums: Product Discussion: Pathfinder Adventure Path #134: It Came from Hollow Mountain (Return of the Runelords 2 of 6)Mike Shel (Contributor)https://paizo.com/products/btpya1ra/discuss?Pathfinder-Adventure-Path-134-It-Came-from-Hollow-Mountain#282018-06-15T18:29:04Z2018-03-22T20:38:25Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">Thomas Seitz wrote:</div><blockquote><p> Mike,</p>
<p>I love the sound of that name. ;) As for "define lots" More than two but less than a hundred? </blockquote><p>More than one, less than 100. Truth be told, it's mostly just a bunch of cranky CR 1/2 kobolds armed with clubs. Nothing to worry about.
<p>Of course, you never know what James Jacobs will do during development...</p>Thomas Seitz wrote:Mike,
I love the sound of that name. ;) As for "define lots" More than two but less than a hundred?
More than one, less than 100. Truth be told, it's mostly just a bunch of cranky CR 1/2 kobolds armed with clubs. Nothing to worry about. Of course, you never know what James Jacobs will do during development...Mike Shel (Contributor)2018-03-22T20:38:25ZRe: Forums: Product Discussion: Pathfinder Adventure Path #134: It Came from Hollow Mountain (Return of the Runelords 2 of 6)Mike Shel (Contributor)https://paizo.com/products/btpya1ra/discuss?Pathfinder-Adventure-Path-134-It-Came-from-Hollow-Mountain#242018-03-23T09:22:16Z2018-03-18T16:54:09Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">Thomas Seitz wrote:</div><blockquote> So Mike, does that mean there's lots of qlippoth in this book? </blockquote><p>Define "lots." ; )
<p>But I'll leave you with a name: Vexenion...</p>Thomas Seitz wrote:So Mike, does that mean there's lots of qlippoth in this book?
Define "lots." ; ) But I'll leave you with a name: Vexenion...Mike Shel (Contributor)2018-03-18T16:54:09ZRe: Forums: Product Discussion: Pathfinder Adventure Path #134: It Came from Hollow Mountain (Return of the Runelords 2 of 6)Mike Shel (Contributor)https://paizo.com/products/btpya1ra/discuss?Pathfinder-Adventure-Path-134-It-Came-from-Hollow-Mountain#222018-05-16T11:18:52Z2018-03-15T23:04:45Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">Mike Shel wrote:</div><blockquote> I took my lead from the excellent article on Hollow Mountain in <a href="http://paizo.com/products/btpy8lv5?Pathfinder-Campaign-Setting-Dungeons-of-Golarion" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Dungeons of Golarion</a> - I can't recall who's responsible for it (Jason Bulmahn, Matthew Goodall, Brandon Hodge, or Anthony Pryor), but it provided a great framework for a multi-level crawl I hope people will love (even if they fail to survive). </blockquote><p>The talented Matt Goodall wrote the chapter on Hollow Mountain in <a href="http://paizo.com/products/btpy8lv5?Pathfinder-Campaign-Setting-Dungeons-of-Golarion" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Dungeons of Golarion</a>. Thanks for those nasty hooks you planted there, Matt!Mike Shel wrote:I took my lead from the excellent article on Hollow Mountain in Dungeons of Golarion - I can't recall who's responsible for it (Jason Bulmahn, Matthew Goodall, Brandon Hodge, or Anthony Pryor), but it provided a great framework for a multi-level crawl I hope people will love (even if they fail to survive).
The talented Matt Goodall wrote the chapter on Hollow Mountain in Dungeons of Golarion. Thanks for those nasty hooks you planted there, Matt!Mike Shel (Contributor)2018-03-15T23:04:45ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Trouble in CaerleonVajan (alias of Mike Shel, Contributor)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TroubleInCaerleon/gameplay&page=3#1092018-03-10T17:10:17Z2018-03-10T17:10:17Z<p>"Your eyes are better than mine, Heyou; I see nothing," says the priest, his attention and crossbow fixed on the place upon which his cloaked companion stares. </p>
<p>Vajan wonders to himself, not for the first time, if he should be readying a blessing for his friends rather than a crossbow bolt for an unseen foe.</p>"Your eyes are better than mine, Heyou; I see nothing," says the priest, his attention and crossbow fixed on the place upon which his cloaked companion stares.
Vajan wonders to himself, not for the first time, if he should be readying a blessing for his friends rather than a crossbow bolt for an unseen foe.Vajan (alias of Mike Shel, Contributor)2018-03-10T17:10:17ZRe: Forums: Off-Topic Discussions: World-Shaking Mike Shel Announcements Here!Mike Shel (Contributor)https://paizo.com/threads/rzs2usdd?-WorldShaking-Mike-Shel-Announcements-Here#132018-02-26T20:07:51Z2018-02-26T19:14:25Z<p>For better or worse, I've joined Twitter. God help me.</p>
<p>@MikeShelAuthor</p>For better or worse, I've joined Twitter. God help me.
@MikeShelAuthorMike Shel (Contributor)2018-02-26T19:14:25ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Trouble in CaerleonVajan (alias of Mike Shel, Contributor)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TroubleInCaerleon/gameplay&page=3#1062018-02-21T15:17:52Z2018-02-21T15:17:52Z<p>Vajan makes a sign against the Evil Eye, staring with wary intensity at the vista before them.</p>
<p>"Lamashtu's Courthouse," he whispers. "The name itself suggests unholy peril. I think we should be at the ready for something ugly; it's no sin to err on the side of caution, eh, friends?"</p>
<p>Vajan retrieves his crossbow and begins to load a bolt, his eyes never leaving the ruined columns and towers before them.</p>Vajan makes a sign against the Evil Eye, staring with wary intensity at the vista before them.
"Lamashtu's Courthouse," he whispers. "The name itself suggests unholy peril. I think we should be at the ready for something ugly; it's no sin to err on the side of caution, eh, friends?"
Vajan retrieves his crossbow and begins to load a bolt, his eyes never leaving the ruined columns and towers before them.Vajan (alias of Mike Shel, Contributor)2018-02-21T15:17:52ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Trouble in CaerleonVajan (alias of Mike Shel, Contributor)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TroubleInCaerleon/gameplay&page=3#1052018-02-21T15:16:45Z2018-02-21T15:16:45Z<p>Vajan makes a sign against the Evil Eye, staring with wary intensity at the vista before them.</p>
<p>"Lamashtu's Courthouse," he whispers. "The name itself suggests unholy peril. I think we should be at the ready for something ugly, just to be safe."</p>
<p>Vajan retrieves his crossbow and begins to load a bolt, his eyes never leaving the ruined columns and towers before them.</p>Vajan makes a sign against the Evil Eye, staring with wary intensity at the vista before them.
"Lamashtu's Courthouse," he whispers. "The name itself suggests unholy peril. I think we should be at the ready for something ugly, just to be safe."
Vajan retrieves his crossbow and begins to load a bolt, his eyes never leaving the ruined columns and towers before them.Vajan (alias of Mike Shel, Contributor)2018-02-21T15:16:45ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Trouble in CaerleonVajan (alias of Mike Shel, Contributor)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TroubleInCaerleon/gameplay&page=3#1022018-02-16T23:01:31Z2018-02-16T23:01:31Z<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>What Heyou says.</span></p>What Heyou says.Vajan (alias of Mike Shel, Contributor)2018-02-16T23:01:31ZForums: Off-Topic Discussions: Mike Shel: Very Special Request from the Paizo CommunityMike Shel (Contributor)https://paizo.com/threads/rzs2uvt8?Mike-Shel-Very-Special-Request-from-the-Paizo#12018-02-21T20:20:21Z2018-02-14T17:17:40Z<p>Howdy, all!</p>
<p>For those of you who haven't been following my occasional posts, I am in the process of self-publishing my first epic fantasy novel in a planned trilogy. I've gotten my manuscript back from my editor and I am working through her edits. I anticipate the final version landing in the hands of my e-book formatter on Monday.</p>
<p>The next step will be identifying a group of people - readers of fantasy fiction - who would be willing to read the book in advance of its release and commit to post a review to Amazon on the day it goes up for pre-sale. With indie publishing, reviews are absolutely essential to garnering the attention of Amazon's algorithms so that a book is put in front of the reading public's fickle, constantly darting eyes. An unknown author such as myself needs this more than anyone.</p>
<p><b>If you've enjoyed my work for the Pathfinder RPG, I think you'll also enjoy the novel I've written.</b> If you have any interest in being a part of this advanced reader team, you can get additional information at a hidden page at my author website, made exclusively for you lovely people: <b><a href="https://www.mikeshel.com/paizo-folks" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">CLICK HERE</a></b>.</p>
<p>Thanks for your time.</p>Howdy, all!
For those of you who haven't been following my occasional posts, I am in the process of self-publishing my first epic fantasy novel in a planned trilogy. I've gotten my manuscript back from my editor and I am working through her edits. I anticipate the final version landing in the hands of my e-book formatter on Monday.
The next step will be identifying a group of people - readers of fantasy fiction - who would be willing to read the book in advance of its release and commit to...Mike Shel (Contributor)2018-02-14T17:17:40ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Trouble in CaerleonVajan (alias of Mike Shel, Contributor)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TroubleInCaerleon/gameplay&page=2#982018-02-13T18:01:51Z2018-02-13T18:01:51Z<p>Fearing his crossbow bolt may wind up skewering one of his allies, Vajan decides against loosing another projectile. Standing his ground and lowering the crossbow, he reaches for his sacred talisman of the Dawnflower and whispers a prayer, readying a healing wave of energy should his friends require his aid.</p>
<p><i>Should it prove necessary</i></p>
<p><span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Channel Positive Energy roll:</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d6 ⇒ 1</span></p>
<p><i><span class=messageboard-ooc>Ugh.</i></span></p>Fearing his crossbow bolt may wind up skewering one of his allies, Vajan decides against loosing another projectile. Standing his ground and lowering the crossbow, he reaches for his sacred talisman of the Dawnflower and whispers a prayer, readying a healing wave of energy should his friends require his aid.
Should it prove necessary
[dice=Channel Positive Energy roll]1d6[/dice]
Ugh.Vajan (alias of Mike Shel, Contributor)2018-02-13T18:01:51ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Trouble in CaerleonVajan (alias of Mike Shel, Contributor)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TroubleInCaerleon/gameplay&page=2#932018-02-12T12:56:14Z2018-02-12T12:56:14Z<p>Gritting his teeth in sympathy as the majestic beast is struck by the attacks of himself and his cohort, Vajan aims his crossbow and fires again.</p>
<p><span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Light crossbow ranged attack:</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 2 ⇒ (17) + 2 = 19</span>
<br />
<span class="messageboard-dice"><b>crossbow damage:</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d8 ⇒ 3</span></p>
<p>Reaching for another bolt, he begins reloading his weapon for a third shot.</p>Gritting his teeth in sympathy as the majestic beast is struck by the attacks of himself and his cohort, Vajan aims his crossbow and fires again.
[dice=Light crossbow ranged attack]1d20+2[/dice]
[dice=crossbow damage]1d8[/dice]
Reaching for another bolt, he begins reloading his weapon for a third shot.Vajan (alias of Mike Shel, Contributor)2018-02-12T12:56:14ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Trouble in CaerleonVajan (alias of Mike Shel, Contributor)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TroubleInCaerleon/gameplay&page=2#912018-02-10T17:28:09Z2018-02-10T17:28:09Z<p>Vajan pauses for a split second, feeling a twinge of sadness at the majestic, deadly creature caught up in the unnatural tangle of vegetation called forth by his strange ally. He silently curses his sentimental hesitation in the moment, and aiming carefully, fires a bolt at the bound beast.</p>
<p><span class="messageboard-dice"><b>light crossbow attack:</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 2 ⇒ (18) + 2 = 20</span>
<br />
<span class="messageboard-dice"><b>crossbow damage:</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d8 ⇒ 3</span></p>
<p>The rotund priest immediately begins reloading.</p>Vajan pauses for a split second, feeling a twinge of sadness at the majestic, deadly creature caught up in the unnatural tangle of vegetation called forth by his strange ally. He silently curses his sentimental hesitation in the moment, and aiming carefully, fires a bolt at the bound beast.
[dice=light crossbow attack]1d20+2[/dice]
[dice=crossbow damage]1d8[/dice]
The rotund priest immediately begins reloading.Vajan (alias of Mike Shel, Contributor)2018-02-10T17:28:09ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Trouble in CaerleonVajan (alias of Mike Shel, Contributor)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TroubleInCaerleon/gameplay&page=2#882018-02-09T22:44:53Z2018-02-09T22:44:53Z<p>Vajan aims his light crossbow and, closing one eye, peers down the length of the loaded bolt, staring into the darkness. <b>"To the northwest, my friends. The beast comes from that direction. Heyou, your eyes are better in the dark than ours, I suspect. Let us know when you or cat see something...and what that something might be."</b></p>Vajan aims his light crossbow and, closing one eye, peers down the length of the loaded bolt, staring into the darkness. "To the northwest, my friends. The beast comes from that direction. Heyou, your eyes are better in the dark than ours, I suspect. Let us know when you or cat see something...and what that something might be."Vajan (alias of Mike Shel, Contributor)2018-02-09T22:44:53ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Trouble in CaerleonVajan (alias of Mike Shel, Contributor)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TroubleInCaerleon/gameplay&page=2#842018-02-08T20:44:47Z2018-02-08T20:38:35Z<p>Vajan bursts forth from his tent, blinking his eyes as he loads a bolt into his crossbow. He begins scanning the perimeter of the camp, steel tip of his bolt following the probing arc of his eyes, ready to unload on a foe if necessary. <b>"Friend Heyou! What do your eyes and ears tell you?"</b> He spares a quick glance at the cat, fur standing at attention. <b>"...or what does your cat tell you?"</b></p>
<p><span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Perception:</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 5 ⇒ (16) + 5 = 21</span></p>Vajan bursts forth from his tent, blinking his eyes as he loads a bolt into his crossbow. He begins scanning the perimeter of the camp, steel tip of his bolt following the probing arc of his eyes, ready to unload on a foe if necessary. "Friend Heyou! What do your eyes and ears tell you?" He spares a quick glance at the cat, fur standing at attention. "...or what does your cat tell you?"
[dice=Perception]1d20+5[/dice]Vajan (alias of Mike Shel, Contributor)2018-02-08T20:38:35ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Trouble in CaerleonVajan (alias of Mike Shel, Contributor)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TroubleInCaerleon/gameplay&page=2#822018-02-08T20:27:04Z2018-02-08T20:24:41Z<p><span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Initiative:</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 2 ⇒ (18) + 2 = 20</span></p>
<p><i>Looks like the fat man can move quick when he wants to</i></p>[dice=Initiative]1d20+2[/dice]
Looks like the fat man can move quick when he wants toVajan (alias of Mike Shel, Contributor)2018-02-08T20:24:41ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Trouble in CaerleonVajan (alias of Mike Shel, Contributor)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TroubleInCaerleon/gameplay&page=2#802018-02-08T19:50:41Z2018-02-08T19:50:41Z<p><i>Before tenting down for the night...</i></p>
<p>Vajan notes Finder's attempt to smooth things over with their guide and smiles in approval. He looks at his masked companion, less unnerved now by his clandestine garb, and speaks. <b>"Yes, what was left out of our patron's briefing does not inspire confidence. I do not believe we were contracted with pure intentions, friends. Nonetheless, I think we must do our best to execute the charge as though our lady employer meant our intervention to succeed. Between us, however, I suspect that there may be something of a...<i>schism</i> between the lady and young Aurin. Perhaps we shall know the truth of it soon."</b></p>
<p>Vajan tugs at the tied tatters tighter across his midsection now than the robe already was. He pats his belly and stretches out his arms, yawning. <b>"Good Heyou, if you will take first watch I will turn in for the night. This meatsack could use some rest. May the Dawnflower shepherd your sleep. Goodnight, my new friends."</b></p>Before tenting down for the night...
Vajan notes Finder's attempt to smooth things over with their guide and smiles in approval. He looks at his masked companion, less unnerved now by his clandestine garb, and speaks. "Yes, what was left out of our patron's briefing does not inspire confidence. I do not believe we were contracted with pure intentions, friends. Nonetheless, I think we must do our best to execute the charge as though our lady employer meant our intervention to succeed. Between...Vajan (alias of Mike Shel, Contributor)2018-02-08T19:50:41ZRe: Forums: Product Discussion: Pathfinder Adventure Path #134: It Came from Hollow Mountain (Return of the Runelords 2 of 6)Mike Shel (Contributor)https://paizo.com/products/btpya1ra/discuss?Pathfinder-Adventure-Path-134-It-Came-from-Hollow-Mountain#142018-06-20T15:54:20Z2018-02-07T23:39:20Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">Dark Midian wrote:</div><blockquote>Are you allowed to tell us just how much of the dungeon you used? Considering that the deep levels are basically 15th level plus possibly mythic. </blockquote><p>Nope!
<p>With that said, since this is chapter 2 of the AP, there are limits, and the levels listed in <i>Dungeons of Golarion</i> were used as a guideline.</p>
<p>Except for my BBEG: [Spoiler omitted]</p>Dark Midian wrote:Are you allowed to tell us just how much of the dungeon you used? Considering that the deep levels are basically 15th level plus possibly mythic.
Nope! With that said, since this is chapter 2 of the AP, there are limits, and the levels listed in Dungeons of Golarion were used as a guideline.
Except for my BBEG: [Spoiler omitted]Mike Shel (Contributor)2018-02-07T23:39:20ZRe: Forums: Product Discussion: Pathfinder Adventure Path #134: It Came from Hollow Mountain (Return of the Runelords 2 of 6)Mike Shel (Contributor)https://paizo.com/products/btpya1ra/discuss?Pathfinder-Adventure-Path-134-It-Came-from-Hollow-Mountain#122018-06-15T18:27:47Z2018-02-07T14:04:15Z<p>I <i>loves me</i> some dungeons! </p>
<p>It remains to be seen what the cruel and clever James Jacobs will do to my turnover, but what I sent in is packed with nasty, dungeon-crawling badness. I took my lead from the excellent article on Hollow Mountain in <a href="http://paizo.com/products/btpy8lv5?Pathfinder-Campaign-Setting-Dungeons-of-Golarion" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Dungeons of Golarion</a> - I can't recall who's responsible for it (Jason Bulmahn, Matthew Goodall, Brandon Hodge, or Anthony Pryor), but it provided a great framework for a multi-level crawl I hope people will love (even if they fail to survive).</p>I loves me some dungeons!
It remains to be seen what the cruel and clever James Jacobs will do to my turnover, but what I sent in is packed with nasty, dungeon-crawling badness. I took my lead from the excellent article on Hollow Mountain in Dungeons of Golarion - I can't recall who's responsible for it (Jason Bulmahn, Matthew Goodall, Brandon Hodge, or Anthony Pryor), but it provided a great framework for a multi-level crawl I hope people will love (even if they fail to survive).Mike Shel (Contributor)2018-02-07T14:04:15ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Trouble in CaerleonVajan (alias of Mike Shel, Contributor)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TroubleInCaerleon/gameplay&page=2#752018-02-06T23:57:56Z2018-02-06T23:57:56Z<p>Vajan nods, the way Finder's mind works agreeable to him. Other questions occur to him, but he disciplines his tongue. <i>Best not start running down every rabbit hole that appears in our path. I think my masked friend is on to something, and I'll certainly listen to what these locals have to say, but our charge is to make our way to Aurin's settlement and assess the situation, providing what relief we can. If it turns out following one of these tantalizing leads is the wisest option, we can pursue it later.</i></p>Vajan nods, the way Finder's mind works agreeable to him. Other questions occur to him, but he disciplines his tongue. Best not start running down every rabbit hole that appears in our path. I think my masked friend is on to something, and I'll certainly listen to what these locals have to say, but our charge is to make our way to Aurin's settlement and assess the situation, providing what relief we can. If it turns out following one of these tantalizing leads is the wisest option, we can...Vajan (alias of Mike Shel, Contributor)2018-02-06T23:57:56ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Trouble in CaerleonVajan (alias of Mike Shel, Contributor)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TroubleInCaerleon/gameplay&page=2#712018-02-05T23:21:34Z2018-02-05T23:21:34Z<p>Vajan resists his urge to ask more questions, turning first to his wounded colleague.</p>
<p><b>"That was some impressive swordplay, friend Finder. I think we're most fortunate to have you with us.</b></p>
<p>Vajan places a hand on fighter's bloodied sleeve. </p>
<p><span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Channel Positive energy (2 of 5 for the day):</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d6 ⇒ 6</span></p>
<p><i>do a second channel next round if it's a lame roll (less than 4)</i></p>
<p><b>"And you and that cat of yours were no slouches either, friend Heyou."</b> He draws the strange man closer to him and whispers in what he believes is his ear. <b><i>"You may wish to curb your use of the term 'meatsacks' around others, friend. Some may find it a bit unsettling, eh?"</b></i></p>
<p>Vajan gathers the bloodstained tatters of his robe where the beastly Korstan tore at his flesh and ties them into a knot to cover his belly. He turns to the priest, expression serious, and puts a hand on the man's shoulder.</p>
<p><b>"Brother, I hope you will forgive me for doubting you, but I think you will agree that this man was not an undead thing."</b></p>
<p><span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Diplomacy:</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 5 ⇒ (6) + 5 = 11</span></p>
<p>He draws closer to the man, putting an arm around his shoulder and signaling his comrades to draw near so that they might hear. <b>"Instead, I think he was something altogether different: a shapeshifter of some kind. I believe that the blessing I laid upon the group may have inadvertently affected a curse placed on the man. If you look upon his forehead, you will see the foul symbol of Lamashtu—mother of the malformed, patron of beasts—but see here...it is inverted, and surrounded by a circle of thorn-like cuts. Though I can't say what this means, I do not believe poor Mr. Smith was willingly made into this bestial thing. Priest, please tell us more of this Hell Queen. What was she, how was she slain? What can you tell us of this Thangorin? Might we speak with him?"</b></p>Vajan resists his urge to ask more questions, turning first to his wounded colleague.
"That was some impressive swordplay, friend Finder. I think we're most fortunate to have you with us.
Vajan places a hand on fighter's bloodied sleeve.
[dice=Channel Positive energy (2 of 5 for the day)]1d6[/dice]
do a second channel next round if it's a lame roll (less than 4)
"And you and that cat of yours were no slouches either, friend Heyou." He draws the strange man closer to him and whispers in...Vajan (alias of Mike Shel, Contributor)2018-02-05T23:21:34ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Trouble in CaerleonVajan (alias of Mike Shel, Contributor)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TroubleInCaerleon/gameplay&page=2#652018-02-04T15:32:27Z2018-02-04T15:32:27Z<p>Thanking Sarenrae for answering his prayers for healing, Vajan turns his attention back to his monstrous assailant and the brave actions of his allies. He considers unleashing a bolt of fire at their foe, but instead determines to aid all he can. Raising his arms, holy symbol prominently displayed, he begins a soothing litany.</p>
<p><i>Vajan casts <b>bless</b> in a 50-ft. radius.</i></p>Thanking Sarenrae for answering his prayers for healing, Vajan turns his attention back to his monstrous assailant and the brave actions of his allies. He considers unleashing a bolt of fire at their foe, but instead determines to aid all he can. Raising his arms, holy symbol prominently displayed, he begins a soothing litany.
Vajan casts bless in a 50-ft. radius.Vajan (alias of Mike Shel, Contributor)2018-02-04T15:32:27ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Trouble in CaerleonVajan (alias of Mike Shel, Contributor)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TroubleInCaerleon/gameplay&page=2#582018-02-02T16:53:17Z2018-02-02T16:53:17Z<p>Vajan staggers back (5-foot move), holding in his dangling viscera with the hand gripping his precious holy symbol of Sarenrae, and does another channel, attempting to heal his grievous wound.</p>
<p><i>Channel positive energy, 2 of 5 for the day:</i> <span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Positive Channel:</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d6 ⇒ 6</span></p>Vajan staggers back (5-foot move), holding in his dangling viscera with the hand gripping his precious holy symbol of Sarenrae, and does another channel, attempting to heal his grievous wound.
Channel positive energy, 2 of 5 for the day: [dice=Positive Channel]1d6[/dice]Vajan (alias of Mike Shel, Contributor)2018-02-02T16:53:17ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Trouble in CaerleonVajan (alias of Mike Shel, Contributor)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TroubleInCaerleon/gameplay&page=2#552018-02-02T13:27:15Z2018-02-02T13:27:15Z<p>The plump priest studies the features of the wretch bound within the coffin. <b>"You don't <i>look</i> like a dead thing, Mr. Smith. But these people claim you have committed several bloody murders. For that, the law says your life is forfeit. But first, I will channel the healing energy of Sarenrae, to be certain you are not an undead thing. If that does you no harm, we must hang you from that sturdy tree limb over there and send you on to Pharasma's judgment."</b></p>
<p>Vajan draws his iron holy symbol of his patron from his robe and holds it above the bound man.</p>
<p><i>Vajan uses one of his channel positive energy for the day at the man in the coffin: 5/day (DC 10, 1d6)</i></p>The plump priest studies the features of the wretch bound within the coffin. "You don't look like a dead thing, Mr. Smith. But these people claim you have committed several bloody murders. For that, the law says your life is forfeit. But first, I will channel the healing energy of Sarenrae, to be certain you are not an undead thing. If that does you no harm, we must hang you from that sturdy tree limb over there and send you on to Pharasma's judgment."
Vajan draws his iron holy symbol of his...Vajan (alias of Mike Shel, Contributor)2018-02-02T13:27:15ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Trouble in CaerleonVajan (alias of Mike Shel, Contributor)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TroubleInCaerleon/gameplay&page=2#532018-02-01T19:51:41Z2018-02-01T19:51:41Z<p>Vajan studies the man very carefully.</p>
<p><span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Knowledge (nature):</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 ⇒ 9</span></p>
<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>BAH!</span></p>Vajan studies the man very carefully.
[dice=Knowledge (nature)]1d20[/dice]
BAH!Vajan (alias of Mike Shel, Contributor)2018-02-01T19:51:41ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Trouble in CaerleonVajan (alias of Mike Shel, Contributor)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TroubleInCaerleon/gameplay#492018-02-01T15:15:32Z2018-02-01T14:46:18Z<p>Vajan looks at the faces in the crowd, back to the man in Erastilian robes. <b>"Why not wave us on as we rode by, sir?" inquires Vajan of the priest. "Instead you ask for me to give my blessing and draw me in to this strange drama, without providing me with what you see as the facts? Do you have incontrovertible proof the man you have sealed in this coffin is the murderer? Have others gathered here seen proof of his guilt? Why not hang him as the law prescribes, if he's guilty of such monstrous crimes. Do you bury all your criminals alive? If he is indeed a dead thing, with only the semblance of life, why have you, a priest, not destroyed him? All these questions come to my mind, sir. I cannot in good conscience simply nod and be on my way."</b></p>
<p>On crowd: <span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Sense Motive:</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 ⇒ 13</span>
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<span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Perception:</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 5 ⇒ (14) + 5 = 19</span></p>
<p>Vajan turns to Finder. <b>"What does your intuition tell you, friend?"</b></p>
<p><i>If Finder believes the priest's words...</i></p>
<p>Vajan frowns, nods. <i>I despise being lied to,</i> he thinks. <i>But I despise being wrong even more.</i> He tugs self consciously at the robe clinging to his midriff. He focuses all of his attention now on the man clad in the vestments of a cleric of Erastil.</p>
<p><b>"Sir, is the man within the coffin bound? I assume he is, as surely he didn't consent to take a lie down upon your kind invitation. If he is secured, you will place the coffin on the ground. The people gathered here will back away for their own safety. You will open the coffin while my colleagues and I ready for this undead creature you say is within. When the lid is removed, I will channel healing energy at the thing within; if he be an undead beast, it will harm him. If not, we will know. If he is the murderer you claim he is, and you have proof, you can hang him from that yonder tree with rope from my own pack, then bury his remains here. What say you of my proposal?"</b></p>Vajan looks at the faces in the crowd, back to the man in Erastilian robes. "Why not wave us on as we rode by, sir?" inquires Vajan of the priest. "Instead you ask for me to give my blessing and draw me in to this strange drama, without providing me with what you see as the facts? Do you have incontrovertible proof the man you have sealed in this coffin is the murderer? Have others gathered here seen proof of his guilt? Why not hang him as the law prescribes, if he's guilty of such monstrous...Vajan (alias of Mike Shel, Contributor)2018-02-01T14:46:18ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Trouble in CaerleonVajan (alias of Mike Shel, Contributor)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TroubleInCaerleon/gameplay#442018-01-31T20:15:48Z2018-01-31T20:02:55Z<p>Vajan reaches for his heavy mace, stowed on Carollan and calls out in a commanding tone, two octaves lower than he normally speaks. <b>"Halt! We will inspect the occupant of this coffin before you bury it in the earth! If he is indeed, as you say, a dead thing, then he must be dispatched by a priestly hand or a warrior's blade, not interred to bang and plead forever in a box beneath the ground!"</b></p>
<p>Vajan speaks to his mounted companions without turning to them, focusing on the man dressed as a priest of Erastil. <b>"Friends, I think we must police this dubious funeral. <i>You</i>, sir, if you be a priest of the Stag Lord, why would you not say forthrightly what it was you did rather than make me think you were saying farewell to a friend? Erastil's clergy is as straight as an arrow, but I think you meant deception."</b></p>
<p><i>In anticipation of possible fisticuffs, I'm getting ready to loose one of my seven daily fire bolts:c</i><span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Initiative:</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 2 ⇒ (7) + 2 = 9</span></p>
<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Yeesh.</span></p>Vajan reaches for his heavy mace, stowed on Carollan and calls out in a commanding tone, two octaves lower than he normally speaks. "Halt! We will inspect the occupant of this coffin before you bury it in the earth! If he is indeed, as you say, a dead thing, then he must be dispatched by a priestly hand or a warrior's blade, not interred to bang and plead forever in a box beneath the ground!"
Vajan speaks to his mounted companions without turning to them, focusing on the man dressed as a...Vajan (alias of Mike Shel, Contributor)2018-01-31T20:02:55ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Trouble in CaerleonVajan (alias of Mike Shel, Contributor)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TroubleInCaerleon/gameplay#422018-01-31T15:45:22Z2018-01-31T15:18:43Z<p>Vajan scans the crowd (<span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Sense Motive:</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 ⇒ 6</span>; assuming nothing is amiss) and dismounts. <b>"Of course, friends, though we must make haste."</b> He notes the quiet signals between his companions, nods to them, and approaches the coffin, one hand keeping a tight grip on sturdy Carollan's reins. Standing before the coffin he raises his free hand in a sign of the Dawnflower and speaks.</p>
<p><b>"O sweet goddess of light and redemption, look down upon we faithful, gathered here to bid farewell to this mortal man, Korstan Smith. Speed his passage to the Great Beyond, and have mercy on his human failings as his body falls to corruption."</b></p>
<p>Vajan touches the coffin with a palm, holds it there for a moment, then turns to the man clad in the robes of the Stag God's priest, looking him in the eye (<span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Perception:</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 5 ⇒ (13) + 5 = 18</span>). He gives the man a curt nod and turns to climb back onto Carollan. <b>"Now, peace be with you all. We go now to answer duty's call."</b></p>
<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Not to be confused with nature's call.</span></p>Vajan scans the crowd ([dice=Sense Motive]1d20[/dice]; assuming nothing is amiss) and dismounts. "Of course, friends, though we must make haste." He notes the quiet signals between his companions, nods to them, and approaches the coffin, one hand keeping a tight grip on sturdy Carollan's reins. Standing before the coffin he raises his free hand in a sign of the Dawnflower and speaks.
"O sweet goddess of light and redemption, look down upon we faithful, gathered here to bid farewell to this...Vajan (alias of Mike Shel, Contributor)2018-01-31T15:18:43ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Trouble in CaerleonVajan (alias of Mike Shel, Contributor)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TroubleInCaerleon/gameplay#362018-01-30T22:23:57Z2018-01-30T22:23:57Z<p>Vajan feels a tightness in his chest with the tense exchange between Finder and their guide. He thinks for a moment to play the peacemaker, but opts for silence, mounting sturdy Carollan with an inartful grunt. He feels a plodding amateur watching Finder atop Death's Dream and Joanna at one with her sleek mount, but glances back at poor Heyou reminds him to count his blessings.</p>
<p>As they come to the funeral party Carollan is slowing, perhaps unused to carrying the priest's girth as opposed to the strain of pulling a plow in the field.</p>
<p><b>"I think we should ride 'round the mourners, out of respect for their loss, but if the majority think we should soldier forward, I won't argue. At least allow me to express our condolences and ask their patience as we disrupt their ritual."</b></p>
<p><i>Assuming we move forward:</i><span class="messageboard-dice"><b>As Vajan speaks to the funeral gathering Diplomacy:</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 4 ⇒ (19) + 4 = 23</span></p>
<p><b>"Hail, strangers! Forgive us for trespassing on your sad duties here. Perhaps there are worshippers of the Dawnflower here? If so, blessings and may Sarenrae smile upon each of you. If not, I offer heartfelt condolences for your loss. Allow us to pass now, please, as we journey to a task most urgent."</b></p>
<p>Vajan makes a sign of blessing in the air, while he says a silent prayer to himself: <i>Sarenrae, please grant that my less diplomatic traveling companions recognize the wisdom of a quiet tongue and nod of respect as we ride on through.</i></p>Vajan feels a tightness in his chest with the tense exchange between Finder and their guide. He thinks for a moment to play the peacemaker, but opts for silence, mounting sturdy Carollan with an inartful grunt. He feels a plodding amateur watching Finder atop Death's Dream and Joanna at one with her sleek mount, but glances back at poor Heyou reminds him to count his blessings.
As they come to the funeral party Carollan is slowing, perhaps unused to carrying the priest's girth as opposed to...Vajan (alias of Mike Shel, Contributor)2018-01-30T22:23:57ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Trouble in CaerleonVajan (alias of Mike Shel, Contributor)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TroubleInCaerleon/gameplay#272018-01-28T14:09:56Z2018-01-28T14:09:27Z<p>Vajan looks serious, nodding while he listens to their guide, studying the map. <b>"<i>'Urgent'</i> is the watchword, friends, and intrepid Miss Kilraven believes we can manage the mountain pass. But I must be honest: I'm not an accomplished horseman, nor am I a great warrior. I can stay seated on my mount and defend myself, but may not be up to the rigors of a snowy mountain pass with its giants and trolls. While I think we should make haste, perhaps the middle way, through Lamashtu's Courthouse, is the wiser course. Better we all arrive at the settlement hale and hardy, if a tad tardy. Regardless, I will bow to the judgment of the trio if both of you think otherwise."</b></p>
<p>Vajan grimaces, wondering if his new companions will think his counsel a sign of cowardice. He tugs again at the robe tight across his midsection.</p>Vajan looks serious, nodding while he listens to their guide, studying the map. "'Urgent' is the watchword, friends, and intrepid Miss Kilraven believes we can manage the mountain pass. But I must be honest: I'm not an accomplished horseman, nor am I a great warrior. I can stay seated on my mount and defend myself, but may not be up to the rigors of a snowy mountain pass with its giants and trolls. While I think we should make haste, perhaps the middle way, through Lamashtu's Courthouse, is...Vajan (alias of Mike Shel, Contributor)2018-01-28T14:09:27ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Trouble in CaerleonVajan (alias of Mike Shel, Contributor)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TroubleInCaerleon/gameplay#252018-01-28T01:27:46Z2018-01-28T01:27:46Z<p>Vajan looks to both his companions, shrugs his shoulders, and puts pen to paper, signing his name where the barrister points with a bony finger.
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<p>At the stables, Vajan feels a flush of pleasure at the masked mercenary's respectful address. He nods, makes a gesture of blessing in the air, and smiles. <b>"No need for my permission, friend Finder,"</b> he responds, watching the man stride over to the dark beast. <b>"And just Vajan, please. You're not my parishioner and I'm not your priest, though I'll happily serve the latter role if you count the Dawnflower your patron"</b></p>
<p>The plump priest turns to the woman and gives her a deep bow, again smoothing his ill-fitting robes with self-conscious gestures. <b>"Well met, Miss Kilraven. I'm pleased to make your acquaintance and grateful for your guidance. What do you know of the country we'll be passing through? And the settlement—do you know much of it and the man who is its leader?"</b></p>
<p><i>Vajan watches and listens carefully to the stablemaster's response</i>; <span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Sense Motive:</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 ⇒ 18</span></p>
<p><i>Re: picking a horse:</i></p>
<p><b>"Now, if our cloaked...<i>brother</i> does not object, I think the stoutest of the mounts is best suited for me, considering my, <i>ahem</i> frame. There's no shame in riding a plow horse. What do they say about slow and steady, eh?"</b></p>Vajan looks to both his companions, shrugs his shoulders, and puts pen to paper, signing his name where the barrister points with a bony finger.
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At the stables, Vajan feels a flush of pleasure at the masked mercenary's respectful address. He nods, makes a gesture of blessing in the air, and smiles. "No need for my permission, friend Finder," he responds, watching the man stride over to the dark beast. "And just Vajan, please. You're not my parishioner and I'm not your priest,...Vajan (alias of Mike Shel, Contributor)2018-01-28T01:27:46ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Trouble in CaerleonVajan (alias of Mike Shel, Contributor)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TroubleInCaerleon/gameplay#212018-01-26T13:47:24Z2018-01-26T13:44:45Z<p>Vajan, at last, takes a seat so that he can read the papers carefully. <b>"I confess,"</b> he says in a stage whisper to his two allies, <b>"that I have no experience with barristers and the aristocracy. Until but a month ago I was a contemplative, sequestered away from the world, absorbed in prayer and the study of religious texts. But I'll attempt to make something of this document. It seems a strangely complicated thing for so straightforward a task."</b></p>
<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Checking out the document and Sorrowith, whichever is appropriate:</span></p>
<p><span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Perception:</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 5 ⇒ (20) + 5 = 25</span>
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<span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Diplomacy:</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 4 ⇒ (18) + 4 = 22</span>
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<span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Sense Motive:</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 ⇒ 12</span></p>Vajan, at last, takes a seat so that he can read the papers carefully. "I confess," he says in a stage whisper to his two allies, "that I have no experience with barristers and the aristocracy. Until but a month ago I was a contemplative, sequestered away from the world, absorbed in prayer and the study of religious texts. But I'll attempt to make something of this document. It seems a strangely complicated thing for so straightforward a task."
Checking out the document and Sorrowith,...Vajan (alias of Mike Shel, Contributor)2018-01-26T13:44:45ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Trouble in CaerleonVajan (alias of Mike Shel, Contributor)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TroubleInCaerleon/gameplay#152018-01-24T21:06:27Z2018-01-24T21:05:29Z<p>Vajan gives a stiff bow. <b>"Most gracious and fair, milady. In that case I have some other questions. First, does the letter provide any further information about this tribe? Its name, size, the gods they venerate? What is the nature of these 'assaults' spoken of? Have they breached the palisades? Do they merely harry those outside the walls?"</b></p>
<p>He looks at his inscrutable companions, pursing his lips as Heyou's stink wafts beneath his nostrils. <b>"I know something of the foul faith's of the kobold race, but have never encountered such creatures before in person. Do either of you possess such experience?"</b></p>
<p><span class="messageboard-dice"><b>In the event Lady Parin knows what god the kobolds worship, Knowledge Religion check:</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 5 ⇒ (19) + 5 = 24</span></p>Vajan gives a stiff bow. "Most gracious and fair, milady. In that case I have some other questions. First, does the letter provide any further information about this tribe? Its name, size, the gods they venerate? What is the nature of these 'assaults' spoken of? Have they breached the palisades? Do they merely harry those outside the walls?"
He looks at his inscrutable companions, pursing his lips as Heyou's stink wafts beneath his nostrils. "I know something of the foul faith's of the...Vajan (alias of Mike Shel, Contributor)2018-01-24T21:05:29ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Trouble in CaerleonVajan (alias of Mike Shel, Contributor)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TroubleInCaerleon/gameplay#132018-01-24T20:07:51Z2018-01-24T19:52:01Z<p>Father Vajan fails in his attempt to feign ignorance of Lady Parin's scrutinizing his midsection, tugging again at the robe hugging his belly. He grips the chair back more tightly.</p>
<p><b>"Lady, I am happy to assist in rooting out these savages, but I must tell you: I know nothing of the circumstances of my new colleagues here, but I do not own a horse or the requisite gear. If the settlement's need is urgent, we would make better time if all of us rode. Would you make mounts and accouterments available for us?"</b></p>
<p>Vajan grimaces and looks down at the carpeted floor of the chamber, his face reddening. <i>You present yourself to provide aid,</i> he thinks to himself, <i>and your first act is to ask for a free horse and saddle. How nobly you acquit yourself, Vajan!</i></p>
<p><span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Effort to sway Lady Parin re: the mounts Diplomacy roll :</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 4 ⇒ (13) + 4 = 17</span></p>Father Vajan fails in his attempt to feign ignorance of Lady Parin's scrutinizing his midsection, tugging again at the robe hugging his belly. He grips the chair back more tightly.
"Lady, I am happy to assist in rooting out these savages, but I must tell you: I know nothing of the circumstances of my new colleagues here, but I do not own a horse or the requisite gear. If the settlement's need is urgent, we would make better time if all of us rode. Would you make mounts and accouterments...Vajan (alias of Mike Shel, Contributor)2018-01-24T19:52:01ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Trouble in CaerleonVajan (alias of Mike Shel, Contributor)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TroubleInCaerleon/gameplay#102018-01-24T01:32:01Z2018-01-24T01:32:01Z<p>Vajan tugs at the cloth of his priestly robes in several places, as though a stretch here or there will better conceal his girth. Failing at this, he instead smooths them out. He steps forward and puts his hands on the back of one of the proffered chairs, but does not sit. Before speaking, he tilts back his head back and clears his throat.</p>
<p><b>"Lady Parin, I am Father Vajan, of the Church of Sarenrae. I have no parish, madam, as I am an itinerant servant of the Dawnflower, seeking opportunities to aid those in need as I wander and spread her sublime gospel. You have such a need, milady? If so, I am anxious to be of use. With my...uh, colleagues here."</b></p>Vajan tugs at the cloth of his priestly robes in several places, as though a stretch here or there will better conceal his girth. Failing at this, he instead smooths them out. He steps forward and puts his hands on the back of one of the proffered chairs, but does not sit. Before speaking, he tilts back his head back and clears his throat.
"Lady Parin, I am Father Vajan, of the Church of Sarenrae. I have no parish, madam, as I am an itinerant servant of the Dawnflower, seeking opportunities...Vajan (alias of Mike Shel, Contributor)2018-01-24T01:32:01ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Trouble in CaerleonVajan (alias of Mike Shel, Contributor)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TroubleInCaerleon/gameplay#82018-01-23T20:30:12Z2018-01-23T20:30:12Z<p><span class="messageboard-dice"><b>Diplomacy roll!:</b></span> <span class="messageboard-dice">1d20 + 4 ⇒ (1) + 4 = 5</span></p>[dice=Diplomacy roll!]1d20+4[/dice]Vajan (alias of Mike Shel, Contributor)2018-01-23T20:30:12ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Trouble in CaerleonVajan (alias of Mike Shel, Contributor)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TroubleInCaerleon/gameplay#52018-01-23T14:13:45Z2018-01-23T14:13:45Z<p>Father Vajan looks at the newcomer, unsettled by the metallic mask hiding his features, but finally manages a small smile.</p>
<p><b>"Greetings, friend 'Finder.' A curious name, that. What is it you seek to find?"</b></p>Father Vajan looks at the newcomer, unsettled by the metallic mask hiding his features, but finally manages a small smile.
"Greetings, friend 'Finder.' A curious name, that. What is it you seek to find?"Vajan (alias of Mike Shel, Contributor)2018-01-23T14:13:45ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: Trouble in CaerleonMike Shel (Contributor)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TroubleInCaerleon/discussion#52018-01-23T13:54:04Z2018-01-23T13:54:04Z<p>This is crazy, guys. Phil hit it on the head at Slack: this is gonna be a blast playing this thing with a bunch of writers. </p>
<p>Phil: <i>Great</i> opening scene; reminded me that my posts need to be scintillating.</p>
<p>Benedict: Good Christ, man. You really raised the bar to a ridiculous height. I laughed and shook my head through the whole post, wondering how I could top that. Decided it would be silly to try.</p>
<p>Bryce: Continuing the crazy good. <i>"I'll have to think of an ending for that joke..."</i> Perfect.</p>
<p>We really should think about letting the PF community in on this stuff, if not contemporaneously, then after the fact.</p>
<p>Do we have anyone else joining us?</p>This is crazy, guys. Phil hit it on the head at Slack: this is gonna be a blast playing this thing with a bunch of writers.
Phil: Great opening scene; reminded me that my posts need to be scintillating.
Benedict: Good Christ, man. You really raised the bar to a ridiculous height. I laughed and shook my head through the whole post, wondering how I could top that. Decided it would be silly to try.
Bryce: Continuing the crazy good. "I'll have to think of an ending for that joke..." Perfect.
...Mike Shel (Contributor)2018-01-23T13:54:04ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Trouble in CaerleonVajan (alias of Mike Shel, Contributor)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TroubleInCaerleon/gameplay#32018-01-23T02:11:24Z2018-01-23T02:10:19Z<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>Jesus Christ, Benedict... ; )</span></p>
<p>The man is stout, though it would seem he was not always so. His ecclesiastical robes are fine, but ill-fitting now; too tight at the belly, the waist, the buttocks. His shaven pate shows blond stubble, his lips full, his face pale, his eyes are gray and wise. He spares the malodorous, cloak-swaddled man a leery glance, then speaks to the guards, running a hand over his scalp as though smoothing a non-existant tuft of hair.</p>
<p><b>"Good evening, sirs,"</b> he begins, making a gesture that confirms his devotion to the goddess Sarenrae, as do his robes. His voice is rather high for a man his size, almost feminine. <b>"I am Father Vajan, and I present myself in answer to Lady Parin's summons. I would be of assistance if possible.</b></p>
<p>Vajan looks again at the one calling himself Heyou, giving him a quick obligatory smile and nod. He turns back to the guards and tilts his head back slightly so that two chins become one.</p>Jesus Christ, Benedict... ; )
The man is stout, though it would seem he was not always so. His ecclesiastical robes are fine, but ill-fitting now; too tight at the belly, the waist, the buttocks. His shaven pate shows blond stubble, his lips full, his face pale, his eyes are gray and wise. He spares the malodorous, cloak-swaddled man a leery glance, then speaks to the guards, running a hand over his scalp as though smoothing a non-existant tuft of hair.
"Good evening, sirs," he begins,...Vajan (alias of Mike Shel, Contributor)2018-01-23T02:10:19ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: Trouble in CaerleonVajan (alias of Mike Shel, Contributor)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TroubleInCaerleon/discussion#42018-01-22T21:39:13Z2018-01-22T21:39:13Z<p>I'm nearby...not ready to begin in earnest until late tonight (EST).</p>I'm nearby...not ready to begin in earnest until late tonight (EST).Vajan (alias of Mike Shel, Contributor)2018-01-22T21:39:13ZRe: Forums: Off-Topic Discussions: World-Shaking Mike Shel Announcements Here!Mike Shel (Contributor)https://paizo.com/threads/rzs2usdd?-WorldShaking-Mike-Shel-Announcements-Here#122018-01-19T00:20:17Z2018-01-19T00:20:17Z<p>For those folks who own Nooks, <i><b>Lost Lore</b></i> is available for <b>FREE</b> at <a href="https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/lost-lore-phil-tucker/1127850093?ean=2940158782664" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">B+N</a> now.</p>
<p>It's also <b>FREE</b> at <a href="https://play.google.com/store/books/details/J_P_Ashman_Lost_Lore?id=cXJGDwAAQBAJ" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Google Play</a>.</p>For those folks who own Nooks, Lost Lore is available for FREE at B+N now.
It's also FREE at Google Play.Mike Shel (Contributor)2018-01-19T00:20:17ZRe: Forums: Off-Topic Discussions: World-Shaking Mike Shel Announcements Here!Mike Shel (Contributor)https://paizo.com/threads/rzs2usdd?-WorldShaking-Mike-Shel-Announcements-Here#112018-01-15T17:33:37Z2018-01-15T17:33:37Z<p>Howdy, all!</p>
<p>The indie fantasy anthology, <b><i>Lost Lore</i></b> is available now at <b><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Lost-Lore-Anthology-Ben-/Galley-ebook/dp/B078YH28M6/ref=sr_1_1?s=digital-text&ie=UTF8&qid=1516037361&sr=1-1&keywords=lost+lore" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Amazon</a></b> and <b><a href="https://www.kobo.com/gb/en/ebook/lost-lore" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Kobo</a></b>. It's free at Kobo and will be soon enough at Amazon (they're offering it for 99 cents right now). </p>
<p>Included is a short story I wrote called "Barrowlands," set in the world of the epic fantasy trilogy I'm hard at work on. I'd love to hear what people think.</p>
<p>And please post a review at Amazon and/or Kobo as well! That helps give the book greater visibility.</p>Howdy, all!
The indie fantasy anthology, Lost Lore is available now at Amazon and Kobo. It's free at Kobo and will be soon enough at Amazon (they're offering it for 99 cents right now).
Included is a short story I wrote called "Barrowlands," set in the world of the epic fantasy trilogy I'm hard at work on. I'd love to hear what people think.
And please post a review at Amazon and/or Kobo as well! That helps give the book greater visibility.Mike Shel (Contributor)2018-01-15T17:33:37ZRe: Forums: Pathfinder Society: Mike Shel, One of our Most Favorite AuthorsMike Shel (Contributor)https://paizo.com/threads/rzs2usju?Mike-Shel-One-of-our-Most-Favorite-Authors#142017-12-27T18:57:07Z2017-12-27T18:53:23Z<p>I am also glad I am not dead. </p>
<p>In the meantime, if you want to be kept abreast of my projects, sign up for my <a href="https://mikeshel.us16.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=6640c09bb4b0861dc583ebb9b&id=fd2c940c24" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">mailing list</a>. No more than one email a month and your address will not be shared with anyone.</p>I am also glad I am not dead.
In the meantime, if you want to be kept abreast of my projects, sign up for my mailing list. No more than one email a month and your address will not be shared with anyone.Mike Shel (Contributor)2017-12-27T18:53:23ZRe: Forums: Pathfinder Society: Mike Shel, One of our Most Favorite AuthorsMike Shel (Contributor)https://paizo.com/threads/rzs2usju?Mike-Shel-One-of-our-Most-Favorite-Authors#92017-12-27T15:06:36Z2017-12-26T19:41:14Z<p><span class=messageboard-ooc><i>Help! Bob has me tied up in his basement!</i></span></p>Help! Bob has me tied up in his basement!Mike Shel (Contributor)2017-12-26T19:41:14ZRe: Forums: Off-Topic Discussions: World-Shaking Mike Shel Announcements Here!Mike Shel (Contributor)https://paizo.com/threads/rzs2usdd?-WorldShaking-Mike-Shel-Announcements-Here#102017-12-22T13:23:00Z2017-12-22T13:23:00Z<p><b>MIKE'S WIFE CHIMES IN</b>
<br />
Hey, folks. My wife says I talk too much. She says I should just say, "Please sign up for my mailing list. I need this." So...</p>
<p>Please sign up for my mailing list. I need this. Thank you.</p>
<p><a href="https://mikeshel.us16.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=6640c09bb4b0861dc583ebb9b&id=fd2c940c24" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">MIKE'S MAILING LIST</a></p>MIKE'S WIFE CHIMES IN
Hey, folks. My wife says I talk too much. She says I should just say, "Please sign up for my mailing list. I need this." So...
Please sign up for my mailing list. I need this. Thank you.
MIKE'S MAILING LISTMike Shel (Contributor)2017-12-22T13:23:00ZRe: Forums: Off-Topic Discussions: World-Shaking Mike Shel Announcements Here!Mike Shel (Contributor)https://paizo.com/threads/rzs2usdd?-WorldShaking-Mike-Shel-Announcements-Here#92017-12-22T13:18:57Z2017-12-22T13:18:57Z<p><b>>>HEY! LOOKEE HERE!<<</b></p>
<p>Let me just give a push to all Pathfinder fans and fans of epic fantasy to sign up for my mailing list. </p>
<p><a href="https://mikeshel.us16.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=6640c09bb4b0861dc583ebb9b&id=fd2c940c24" target="_blank" rel="nofollow"><b>MIKE SHEL'S MAILING LIST</b></a></p>
<p>"Why?" you ask. "Why should I let Mike Shel clutter my inbox with his marginally entertaining word-like products? What possible advantage could there be to handing out my precious e-mail address to this maniac, responsible for the death of my favorite character <insert name of poorly built character killed by your own sad negligence or crap luck, not by my clever and flawless adventure design>, whom I will talk with you about until you are forced to shove a large article of clothing in my mouth to get me to stop prating on endlessly?"</p>
<p>Well, I'm glad you asked, even if your manner of asking was inexplicably insulting. If you would be so kind and trusting and, if you'll permit me to say so, <i>beautiful</i> as to entrust me with your sacred e-mail address (which is doubtless already in the hands of countless predatory scammers and soulless, mercenary multinational corporations, already exploiting you in a thousand ways), I make the following promises slash guarantees.</p>
<p>1) I will not darken the door of your inbox more than once a month, unless something truly earth-shattering compels me to send an extra unscheduled missive;</p>
<p>2) I will not share your e-mail address with anyone else, ever;</p>
<p>3) You can unsubscribe at any time</p>
<p>My monthly mailers will keep you updated on the status of my impending epic fantasy trilogy, <i><b>Iconoclasts</i></b>, as well as any other fiction or RPG products I have a hand in. I will also alert you to other indie fantasy fiction of interest. I will also offer (on occasion, so as not to spoil you shamelessly) special deals and incentives as they become available.</p>
<p>So whaddya say? Why not sign up and receive these unobtrusive, yet somehow priceless monthly gems? What's the worst that could happen?•</p>
<p><a href="https://mikeshel.us16.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=6640c09bb4b0861dc583ebb9b&id=fd2c940c24" target="_blank" rel="nofollow"><b>MIKE SHEL'S MAILING LIST</b></a></p>
<p><span class=messageboard-ooc>• - Do not answer that question. That way lies madness.</span></p>>>HEY! LOOKEE HERE!
Let me just give a push to all Pathfinder fans and fans of epic fantasy to sign up for my mailing list.
MIKE SHEL'S MAILING LIST
"Why?" you ask. "Why should I let Mike Shel clutter my inbox with his marginally entertaining word-like products? What possible advantage could there be to handing out my precious e-mail address to this maniac, responsible for the death of my favorite character , whom I will talk with you about until you are forced to shove a large article of...Mike Shel (Contributor)2017-12-22T13:18:57ZRe: Forums: Off-Topic Discussions: World-Shaking Mike Shel Announcements Here!Mike Shel (Contributor)https://paizo.com/threads/rzs2usdd?-WorldShaking-Mike-Shel-Announcements-Here#22017-12-19T14:13:50Z2017-12-19T13:51:44Z<p><b>ABSOLUTELY FREE INDIE FANTASY AUTHOR ANTHOLOGY</b></p>
<p>Howdy, all!</p>
<p>On January 15, 2018, an anthology of stories by 16 indie fantasy authors, including yours truly, will be available free of charge in electronic format across platforms. </p>
<p>It's entitled <i><b>Lost Lore</i></b> and includes such indie luminaries as <a href="https://www.mikeshel.com" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Dyrk Ashton</a>, <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Alec-Hutson/e/B01MXNG94Y/ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_1?qid=1499275816&sr=8-1" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Alec Hutson</a>, <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Phil-Tucker/e/B0054QPPOQ/ref=dp_byline_cont_ebooks_1" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Phil Tucker</a>, <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Timandra-Whitecastle/e/B01F3TMWQW/ref=dp_byline_cont_ebooks_1" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Timandra Whitecastle</a>, <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Steven-Kelliher/e/B01JN8OSW0/ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_1?qid=1499275786&sr=8-1" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Steven Kelliher</a>, <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Benedict-Patrick/e/B01DLBEJTC/ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_1?qid=1499275647&sr=1-1-spell" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Benedict Patrick</a>, <a href="https://www.amazon.com/T.-A.-Miles/e/B005GYB892/ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_1?qid=1507379856&sr=1-1and" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">TA Miles</a>, and <a href="https://www.amazon.com/T-L-Greylock/e/B0166R5NL6/ref=dp_byline_cont_ebooks_1" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">TL Greylock</a>.</p>
<p>There's a placeholder for the anthology at <a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/36638152-lost-lore" target="_blank" rel="nofollow"><b>Goodreads</b></a>. I'll post the Amazon link when it's live.</p>
<p>My own contribution to the anthology is entitled <b>"Barrowlands"</b> and is set in the world of my epic fantasy trilogy, <i><b>Iconoclasts</i></b>. The first book of the trilogy is currently in edits and slated for release later in 2018.</p>
<p>In the meantime, check out <i><b>Lost Lore</i></b> for a taste of my world and the worlds of fifteen other talented fantasy writers. There's also a cool interview with three of the anthology's authors at <a href="http://fantasybookcritic.blogspot.com/2017/12/the-lost-lore-anthology-cover-reveal.html" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Fantasy Book Critic</a> as well.</p>ABSOLUTELY FREE INDIE FANTASY AUTHOR ANTHOLOGY
Howdy, all!
On January 15, 2018, an anthology of stories by 16 indie fantasy authors, including yours truly, will be available free of charge in electronic format across platforms.
It's entitled Lost Lore and includes such indie luminaries as Dyrk Ashton, Alec Hutson, Phil Tucker, Timandra Whitecastle, Steven Kelliher, Benedict Patrick, TA Miles, and TL Greylock.
There's a placeholder for the anthology at Goodreads. I'll post the Amazon link...Mike Shel (Contributor)2017-12-19T13:51:44ZForums: Off-Topic Discussions: World-Shaking Mike Shel Announcements Here!Mike Shel (Contributor)https://paizo.com/threads/rzs2usdd?-WorldShaking-Mike-Shel-Announcements-Here#12017-12-19T19:35:28Z2017-12-19T13:29:54Z<p>OK, that thread title is admittedly a bit over the top.</p>
<p>Nonetheless, I'd like to draw the attention of fans of my Pathfinder work to some other projects at which I'm laboring away in my foreboding, cavernous lair (actually, it's a condo in Indianapolis, Indiana).</p>
<p>This will be the space to check on the glorious Paizo Messageboards. I'll make a point of dropping updates here, but for all things related to my RPG and fiction work, check out my brand-spanking new, still-in-development website:</p>
<p><a href="https://www.mikeshel.com" target="_blank" rel="nofollow"><b>https://www.mikeshel.com</b></a></p>
<p>Hey, why not join my <a href="https://mikeshel.us16.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=6640c09bb4b0861dc583ebb9b&id=fd2c940c24" target="_blank" rel="nofollow"><b>mailing list?</a></b></p>OK, that thread title is admittedly a bit over the top.
Nonetheless, I'd like to draw the attention of fans of my Pathfinder work to some other projects at which I'm laboring away in my foreboding, cavernous lair (actually, it's a condo in Indianapolis, Indiana).
This will be the space to check on the glorious Paizo Messageboards. I'll make a point of dropping updates here, but for all things related to my RPG and fiction work, check out my brand-spanking new, still-in-development website:
...Mike Shel (Contributor)2017-12-19T13:29:54ZRe: Forums: Product Discussion: Tome of Madness (PFRPG) PDFMike Shel (Contributor)https://paizo.com/products/btpy9q96/discuss?Tome-of-Madness#82017-06-16T19:21:40Z2017-06-16T19:21:40Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">Elorebaen wrote:</div><blockquote> Finally had a chance to dig into this, and I love it. An elegant and straightforward way to infuse madness into your game. Great job! </blockquote><p>Write and post a review!Elorebaen wrote:Finally had a chance to dig into this, and I love it. An elegant and straightforward way to infuse madness into your game. Great job!
Write and post a review!Mike Shel (Contributor)2017-06-16T19:21:40ZRe: Forums/Paizo: General Discussion: Paizo Blog: Wes's Last WordsMike Shel (Contributor)https://paizo.com/community/blog/v5748dyo5ljtw&page=3?Wess-Last-Words#1392017-06-06T21:30:19Z2017-05-30T17:24:16Z<p>Egads! I always find things out late!</p>
<p>Wes, hope you're new endeavours are rewarding and fun. I will never forget your immensely encouraging notes on my first feeble attempts returning to RPG writing. Thank you.</p>
<p>My wife and I also had the pleasure of having lunch with Wes at GenCon two separate years. What a fine person you are. Hope you will still make it to GenCon sometime in the future so we can have lunch again!</p>Egads! I always find things out late!
Wes, hope you're new endeavours are rewarding and fun. I will never forget your immensely encouraging notes on my first feeble attempts returning to RPG writing. Thank you.
My wife and I also had the pleasure of having lunch with Wes at GenCon two separate years. What a fine person you are. Hope you will still make it to GenCon sometime in the future so we can have lunch again!Mike Shel (Contributor)2017-05-30T17:24:16ZRe: Forums: Product Discussion: Legendary Planet: Confederates of the Shattered Zone (PFRPG)Mike Shel (Contributor)https://paizo.com/products/btpy9s48/discuss?Legendary-Planet-Confederates-of-the-Shattered-Zone#122017-02-22T07:23:23Z2017-02-21T23:39:08Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">Mike Welham wrote:</div><blockquote><p> I am only capable of writing kittens and rainbows. Everyone knows that.
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</blockquote><p>Chaotic evil kittens and rainbows.Mike Welham wrote:I am only capable of writing kittens and rainbows. Everyone knows that.
Chaotic evil kittens and rainbows.Mike Shel (Contributor)2017-02-21T23:39:08ZRe: Forums: Product Discussion: Legendary Planet: Confederates of the Shattered Zone (PFRPG)Mike Shel (Contributor)https://paizo.com/products/btpy9s48/discuss?Legendary-Planet-Confederates-of-the-Shattered-Zone#92017-02-21T23:02:00Z2017-02-21T19:34:19Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">Mike Welham wrote:</div><blockquote><p> Oh, hey Jason, I just noticed you gave Mike Shel and me credit for the adventure in your blurb. That should actually be the esteemed Richard Pett. :)
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</blockquote><p>Don't believe him! I wrote everything!Mike Welham wrote:Oh, hey Jason, I just noticed you gave Mike Shel and me credit for the adventure in your blurb. That should actually be the esteemed Richard Pett. :)
Don't believe him! I wrote everything!Mike Shel (Contributor)2017-02-21T19:34:19ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post: Welcome to the Tomb...Mike Shel (Contributor)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheMudSorcerersTomb/gameplay&page=35#17322017-02-15T13:07:53Z2017-02-13T20:50:56Z<p><span class=messageboard-ooc><b>Whoa! You guys are still at it?</span></b></p>Whoa! You guys are still at it?Mike Shel (Contributor)2017-02-13T20:50:56ZRe: Forums: Website Feedback: Pathfinder Reference Document (PRD) Reporting ThreadMike Shel (Contributor)https://paizo.com/threads/rzs2soys&page=8?Pathfinder-Reference-Document-Reporting-Thread#3632016-06-27T18:54:50Z2016-06-06T14:47:03Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">BlackFalconKY wrote:</div><blockquote> The newly updated OGL for Bestiary 5 has a capital "U" in "AUthors" and capital "H" in "Mike SHel". </blockquote><p>This must be corrected iMmediately!BlackFalconKY wrote:The newly updated OGL for Bestiary 5 has a capital "U" in "AUthors" and capital "H" in "Mike SHel".
This must be corrected iMmediately!Mike Shel (Contributor)2016-06-06T14:47:03ZRe: Forums: Pathfinder Adventures: Dragon's Demand (Warning: Spoilers)Mike Shel (Contributor)https://paizo.com/threads/rzs2tnqa?Dragons-Demand#132016-05-19T20:50:20Z2016-05-19T20:50:20Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">darth_borehd wrote:</div><blockquote><p> Thanks, Mike. </p>
<p>Despite my best efforts as Lady Devy, the players insisted on going straight to Hunclay's tower. I had Deputies Hodde and Mulle show up and try to persuade them they did not have the authority to enter until they heard back from the next of kin. </p>
<p>All characters reluctantly agreed to leave except for one half-orc fighter that refused to go. The deputies then started questioning him about his motives. He became belligerent and I had the deputies say he was under arrest for trespassing. The player then chose to run off "into the woods somewhere outside of town." </p>
<p>I decided that by coincidence he ran to the flooded quarry right into the kobold guards at area B1. The rest of the party told the deputies they would track down fighter and arrived just in time to help in the battle. </p>
<p>Now they are all outside the kobold caves anyway. Problem solved.
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</blockquote><p>It takes a clever GM to get some players back on track (I can hear you: "<i>YOU MEAN THE <b>RAILROAD</b> TRACK!</i>"). Nicely done. Of course, the folks of Belhaim may not warm to them as they might have if they had headed out to the kobold warrens at the request of the baroness. How are you going to handle things when the PCs get back to town with their fugitive colleague?darth_borehd wrote:Thanks, Mike.
Despite my best efforts as Lady Devy, the players insisted on going straight to Hunclay's tower. I had Deputies Hodde and Mulle show up and try to persuade them they did not have the authority to enter until they heard back from the next of kin.
All characters reluctantly agreed to leave except for one half-orc fighter that refused to go. The deputies then started questioning him about his motives. He became belligerent and I had the deputies say he was...Mike Shel (Contributor)2016-05-19T20:50:20ZRe: Forums: Pathfinder Adventures: Dragon's Demand (Warning: Spoilers)Mike Shel (Contributor)https://paizo.com/threads/rzs2tnqa?Dragons-Demand#102017-03-13T19:29:35Z2016-05-18T02:33:11Z<p>You can pronounce Aeteperax however you'd like. My pronunciation would be ay-TEH-per-AX.</p>
<p><b>Witch's Tower:</b>[Spoiler omitted]</p>
<p><b>Hunclay's Manor:</b>[Spoiler omitted]</p>
<p>Truth be told, I'm an old school GM who gets impatient with players who refuse to follow obvious storylines, seemingly out of spite or plain orneriness. Yes, I know the kids these days (<i><b>GET OFF OF MY LAWN!</b></i>) bemoan anything that smacks of "railroading," but for Pete's sake, can't we tell a story here? Why are you playing a published adventure? Why not just roll on random encounter tables? </p>
<p>If your players won't follow the bread crumbs, let them do whatever they want. However, I'd have the town of Belhaim and its ruler respond logically at what would likely be perceived as an arrogant and lawless challenge to her authority. There are cells in the town jail for them if the free rooms kindly provided at the Wise Piper aren't to their liking, after all.</p>
<p>As Neil Spicer would say, that's my two cents.</p>You can pronounce Aeteperax however you'd like. My pronunciation would be ay-TEH-per-AX.
Witch's Tower:[Spoiler omitted]
Hunclay's Manor:[Spoiler omitted]
Truth be told, I'm an old school GM who gets impatient with players who refuse to follow obvious storylines, seemingly out of spite or plain orneriness. Yes, I know the kids these days (GET OFF OF MY LAWN!) bemoan anything that smacks of "railroading," but for Pete's sake, can't we tell a story here? Why are you playing a published...Mike Shel (Contributor)2016-05-18T02:33:11ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: The Mud Sorcerer's Tomb DiscussionMike Shel (Contributor)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheMudSorcerersTomb/discussion&page=9#4112016-04-07T22:51:55Z2016-04-07T22:51:55Z<p>Sigh...</p>Sigh...Mike Shel (Contributor)2016-04-07T22:51:55ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: The Mud Sorcerer's Tomb DiscussionMike Shel (Contributor)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheMudSorcerersTomb/discussion&page=8#3702016-02-24T02:36:35Z2016-02-24T02:36:35Z<p>What gives, fellas? Posts are really trickling in slowly! I thought the idea was everyone posting daily. C'mon! Snap to it! This spectator is very much looking forward to a few upcoming encounters that make those fish look like a pleasant interlude.</p>What gives, fellas? Posts are really trickling in slowly! I thought the idea was everyone posting daily. C'mon! Snap to it! This spectator is very much looking forward to a few upcoming encounters that make those fish look like a pleasant interlude.Mike Shel (Contributor)2016-02-24T02:36:35ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: The Mud Sorcerer's Tomb DiscussionMike Shel (Contributor)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheMudSorcerersTomb/discussion&page=6#2782016-01-21T18:49:03Z2016-01-21T18:49:03Z<p>Map updates?</p>Map updates?Mike Shel (Contributor)2016-01-21T18:49:03ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: The Mud Sorcerer's Tomb DiscussionMike Shel (Contributor)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheMudSorcerersTomb/discussion&page=5#2092016-01-11T18:06:10Z2016-01-11T18:06:10Z<p><b><i>Blood! Blood!</i></b></p>Blood! Blood!Mike Shel (Contributor)2016-01-11T18:06:10ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: The Mud Sorcerer's Tomb DiscussionMike Shel (Contributor)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheMudSorcerersTomb/discussion&page=3#1182016-01-04T22:50:03Z2016-01-04T22:50:03Z<p>Guys:</p>
<p>I'm already enjoying the in-game banter and paranoia.</p>
<p>Good luck!</p>
<p>- Mike</p>Guys:
I'm already enjoying the in-game banter and paranoia.
Good luck!
- MikeMike Shel (Contributor)2016-01-04T22:50:03ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: The Mud Sorcerer's Tomb DiscussionMike Shel (Contributor)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheMudSorcerersTomb/discussion&page=2#882016-01-02T23:52:03Z2016-01-02T17:41:05Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">electricjokecascade wrote:</div><blockquote> I'm starting to feel bad for the poor ol' residents of the Tomb. </blockquote><p>I'm going to be <i>so bummed</i> if they just waltz through the Tomb. I want tears! Blood! Broken bones! Shattered spirits! Minds teetering on the precipice of madness!electricjokecascade wrote:I'm starting to feel bad for the poor ol' residents of the Tomb.
I'm going to be so bummed if they just waltz through the Tomb. I want tears! Blood! Broken bones! Shattered spirits! Minds teetering on the precipice of madness!Mike Shel (Contributor)2016-01-02T17:41:05ZRe: Forums: Play-by-Post Discussion: The Mud Sorcerer's Tomb DiscussionMike Shel (Contributor)https://paizo.com/campaigns/TheMudSorcerersTomb/discussion#232015-12-29T02:35:31Z2015-12-29T02:35:31Z<p>GM: A couple friendly suggestions:</p>
<p>1) Due to typical PbP attrition, you may want to designate a couple of alternate players to step in should anyone go AWOL, despite everyone's best intentions. I'm sure a few of the players whose PCs weren't chosen will be watching play anyway.</p>
<p>2) When boosting the module for 6 players, remember that action economy is a b%&#&—more players = it's far less likely that single foes can put up much of a fight, even if you bolster them with a couple of mooks. Consider going a bit further than you might initially believe is necessary. You can always pull some punches if you find that you've overdone it.</p>
<p>Needless to say, I'll be eagerly anticipating the gruesome deaths...ahem...I mean, watching with interest as the intrepid PCs bravely face the tomb’s challenges.</p>GM: A couple friendly suggestions:
1) Due to typical PbP attrition, you may want to designate a couple of alternate players to step in should anyone go AWOL, despite everyone's best intentions. I'm sure a few of the players whose PCs weren't chosen will be watching play anyway.
2) When boosting the module for 6 players, remember that action economy is a b%*%@--more players = it's far less likely that single foes can put up much of a fight, even if you bolster them with a couple of mooks....Mike Shel (Contributor)2015-12-29T02:35:31ZRe: Forums: Recruitment: INTEREST CHECK: The Mud Sorcerer's TombMike Shel (Contributor)https://paizo.com/threads/rzs2t704?INTEREST-CHECK-The-Mud-Sorcerers-Tomb#182015-12-19T18:52:41Z2015-12-19T15:55:21Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">electricjokecascade wrote:</div><blockquote><p> Yeah, this is Mike Shel's first module. </p>
<p>•• spoiler omitted ••</p>
<p>We can run with archetypes, standard Paizo of course. I think we've got enough interest that I can start a Recruitment thread. I'll put one up shortly and link to it here. </blockquote><p>Thanks for the compliments! I'd love to follow along with play to see how you Pathfinderize it and how it stands up to more sophisticated (read: paranoid) players.
<p>However, Mud Sorcerer's Tomb was my second adventure for <i>Dungeon</i>. My first was called <a href="http://paizo.com/products/btpy72y0?Dungeon-Issue-28" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Sleepless</a>, about a wizard who rather unethically sold his soul to multiple buyers, unbeknownst to the various purchasers.</p>
<p>[Spoiler omitted]</p>electricjokecascade wrote:Yeah, this is Mike Shel's first module.
** spoiler omitted **
We can run with archetypes, standard Paizo of course. I think we've got enough interest that I can start a Recruitment thread. I'll put one up shortly and link to it here.
Thanks for the compliments! I'd love to follow along with play to see how you Pathfinderize it and how it stands up to more sophisticated (read: paranoid) players. However, Mud Sorcerer's Tomb was my second adventure for Dungeon. My...Mike Shel (Contributor)2015-12-19T15:55:21ZRe: Forums/Gamer Life: General Discussion: Chronicles Podcast Returns! Episode 20 The Dragon's Demand With Mike ShelMike Shel (Contributor)https://paizo.com/threads/rzs2t6fp?Chronicles-Podcast-Returns-Episode-20-The#32015-12-14T18:22:47Z2015-12-14T16:14:03Z<p>Ditto on the words of Sir Pett! </p>
<p>Had fun with the interview, though people should note that it took place <b>OVER A YEAR AGO</b>.</p>
<p>Glad the Chronicles miscreants are back at it!</p>Ditto on the words of Sir Pett!
Had fun with the interview, though people should note that it took place OVER A YEAR AGO.
Glad the Chronicles miscreants are back at it!Mike Shel (Contributor)2015-12-14T16:14:03ZRe: Forums: Pathfinder Adventures: Dragon's Demand - Questions for DMsMike Shel (Contributor)https://paizo.com/threads/rzs2t55g?Dragons-Demand-Questions-for-DMs#82016-03-15T13:09:25Z2015-12-14T16:05:51Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">Quote:</div><blockquote><p>Oh wow, you wrote this? The module is awesome.</p>
<p>I don't think my players are breezing through it even with me adding encounters to make up for experience (and because I have other story stuff I want to do as our game will continue on past the module).</p>
<p>My players are a mixed bag, one experienced DM who is playing, a couple of guys who grew up and playing D&D and haven't played in a while (first time in Pathfinder) and a new guy who hasn't played anything.</p>
<p>There have been about 5 fights where someone has dropped unconscious, and at least twice as many where they have gotten really darn close. I generally don't pull punches, so I actually feel for a group with just 4 if the GM is playing it right.</p>
<p>I really think if the GM is playing smart a party of 6 would have a rough time in many places still and I'm only up to the auction place. As a GM some of the more deadly encounters caught me off guard (Ludo especially, he wrecked the party). </blockquote><p>That's <i>Lodo</i>. Just for that, Lodo... [Spoiler omitted].
<p>Glad <i>Dragon's Demand</i> is still beating up your party. WRITE A REVIEW!</p>Quote:Oh wow, you wrote this? The module is awesome.
I don't think my players are breezing through it even with me adding encounters to make up for experience (and because I have other story stuff I want to do as our game will continue on past the module).
My players are a mixed bag, one experienced DM who is playing, a couple of guys who grew up and playing D&D and haven't played in a while (first time in Pathfinder) and a new guy who hasn't played anything.
There have been about 5 fights...Mike Shel (Contributor)2015-12-14T16:05:51ZRe: Forums: Pathfinder Adventures: Dragon's Demand - Questions for DMsMike Shel (Contributor)https://paizo.com/threads/rzs2t55g?Dragons-Demand-Questions-for-DMs#62016-03-15T13:08:20Z2015-12-12T21:01:23Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">pinkycatcher wrote:</div><blockquote><p> Well as a wrapup, I gave the Wizard a peek at the spellbooks for a number of hours (he had 47+ stealth check # of hours based on the fact he had to sneak in while they were inventorying the manor)then we just sat and rolled to see what all he could successfully write down.</p>
<p>As far as experience I've added a few encounters to pump their XP up, I'm happy with what I've added so far (a CR 5, 6, and CR7 right before the auction). Also I generally add a couple of mooks depending on how they're doing. Maffei also wrecks shop against a bunch of these monsters if they're struggling. </blockquote><p>Note that one reviewer gave the module a mediocre review because it was a "cakewalk" for his party of 6. Remember that due to action economy, bigger parties quickly overwhelm the CR. It's pretty tricky to get it right. Throwing in one or two mooks to compensate may not be enough to ramp up the challenge.
<p>Remember to post a review!</p>pinkycatcher wrote:Well as a wrapup, I gave the Wizard a peek at the spellbooks for a number of hours (he had 47+ stealth check # of hours based on the fact he had to sneak in while they were inventorying the manor)then we just sat and rolled to see what all he could successfully write down.
As far as experience I've added a few encounters to pump their XP up, I'm happy with what I've added so far (a CR 5, 6, and CR7 right before the auction). Also I generally add a couple of mooks depending...Mike Shel (Contributor)2015-12-12T21:01:23ZRe: Forums: Product Discussion: Pathfinder Adventure Path #98: Turn of the Torrent (Hell's Rebels 2 of 6) (PFRPG)Mike Shel (Contributor)https://paizo.com/products/btpy9gcx/discuss&page=2?Pathfinder-Adventure-Path-98-Turn-of-the-Torrent#612015-09-14T03:48:08Z2015-09-14T00:59:24Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">James Jacobs wrote:</div><blockquote> <div class="messageboard-quotee">DrSwordopolis wrote:</div><blockquote> <div class="messageboard-quotee">James Jacobs wrote:</div><blockquote>The adventure in this book ran a bit long, so we essentially have an additional 6 or so pages of adventure content and only one support article. It's not something we do often, but in this case, the adventure simply needed that extra space to do what it needed to do. </blockquote>Speaking for myself, I honestly don't mind more content at the expense of additional support articles. The support articles are usually great, of course, but I'm just as happy to have additional adventure content. </blockquote>Same here... but the amount of extra time it took me to develop the adventure is part of the reason WHY we rarely do this, frankly. If we did this for every volume, then the AP would quickly turn into a once every other month product instead of a monthly product. </blockquote><p>In my defense, I came in at word count.
<p><i><b>FOR THE FIRST TIME EVER.</b></i></p>
<p>The irony.</p>James Jacobs wrote:DrSwordopolis wrote: James Jacobs wrote:The adventure in this book ran a bit long, so we essentially have an additional 6 or so pages of adventure content and only one support article. It's not something we do often, but in this case, the adventure simply needed that extra space to do what it needed to do.
Speaking for myself, I honestly don't mind more content at the expense of additional support articles. The support articles are usually great, of course, but I'm just as...Mike Shel (Contributor)2015-09-14T00:59:24ZRe: Forums: Product Discussion: Into the Southlands! -- The Fall 2014 Project from Kobold PressMike Shel (Contributor)https://paizo.com/threads/rzs2rhw8&page=8?Into-the-Southlands-The-Fall-2014-Project#3562015-08-05T23:57:10Z2015-08-05T23:57:10Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">Wolfgang Baur wrote:</div><blockquote><p> I can confirm that the first Southlands packages are in the mail. There's quite a few still left to put together, of course, but it's a start!</p>
<p>Bestiary PDF is.... Well, it gorgeous. And the development work by Jason Nelson of Legendary Games really helps these monsters shine, as well.</p>
<p>From what I heard at Gen Con, some of these monsters will appear in the upcoming Legendary Planet adventure path, at least in installments by Legendary Games designer Mike Shel. </blockquote><p><i>Shhhhhhhh...</i>Wolfgang Baur wrote:I can confirm that the first Southlands packages are in the mail. There's quite a few still left to put together, of course, but it's a start!
Bestiary PDF is.... Well, it gorgeous. And the development work by Jason Nelson of Legendary Games really helps these monsters shine, as well.
From what I heard at Gen Con, some of these monsters will appear in the upcoming Legendary Planet adventure path, at least in installments by Legendary Games designer Mike Shel.
Shhhhhhhh...Mike Shel (Contributor)2015-08-05T23:57:10ZRe: Forums: Hell's Rebels: Paizo Blog: You Must Don a Costume That Strikes Fear into Them...Mike Shel (Contributor)https://paizo.com/community/blog/v5748dyo5lhtm?You-Must-Don-a-Costume-That-Strikes-Fear-into#62017-01-09T05:55:10Z2015-08-05T20:05:13Z<p>What man has not been driven to acts of diabolical evil by Male Pattern Baldness?</p>
<p><i><b>Let the Rebellion begin!</i></b></p>What man has not been driven to acts of diabolical evil by Male Pattern Baldness?
Let the Rebellion begin!Mike Shel (Contributor)2015-08-05T20:05:13ZRe: Forums: Product Discussion: [Legendary Games] Final Weekend for Legendary Planet!Mike Shel (Contributor)https://paizo.com/threads/rzs2slns?Legendary-Games-Final-Weekend-for-Legendary#92015-07-25T14:58:50Z2015-07-25T14:58:50Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">Jason Nelson wrote:</div><blockquote> <div class="messageboard-quotee">Swashbucklersdc wrote:</div><blockquote> The verdant sorceress iconic is looking kinda male in all these covers, =) </blockquote>I suppose plant-based races don't have quite the same degree of secondary sex characteristics as the <a href="https://www.google.com/search?q=st.+pauli+girl+image&rlz=1C1CHFX_enUS600US600&espv=2&biw=1366&bih=623&site=webhp&tbm=isch&tbo=u&source=univ&sa=X&ved=0CCAQsARqFQoTCJ3R5MbC9sYCFUUqiAodj-QGBg" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">St. Pauli Girl.</a> :) </blockquote><p>Where's the "like" button when you need it?Jason Nelson wrote:Swashbucklersdc wrote: The verdant sorceress iconic is looking kinda male in all these covers, =)
I suppose plant-based races don't have quite the same degree of secondary sex characteristics as the St. Pauli Girl. :) Where's the "like" button when you need it?Mike Shel (Contributor)2015-07-25T14:58:50ZRe: Forums: Product Discussion: [Legendary Games] Final Weekend for Legendary Planet!Mike Shel (Contributor)https://paizo.com/threads/rzs2slns?Legendary-Games-Final-Weekend-for-Legendary#22015-07-25T13:30:06Z2015-07-25T13:30:06Z<p>Let me loudly echo Jason's post: this is a truly amazing project, with some your favorite adventure authors, a multiverse-spanning story that takes you to incredibly diverse settings and introduces a bevy of new monsters, aliens, and NPCs. I'm hard at work now on my chapter, <i>The Scavenged Codex</i> and am really excited by the artwork I'm seeing. Check out Jason's latest update for a preview of the cover!</p>Let me loudly echo Jason's post: this is a truly amazing project, with some your favorite adventure authors, a multiverse-spanning story that takes you to incredibly diverse settings and introduces a bevy of new monsters, aliens, and NPCs. I'm hard at work now on my chapter, The Scavenged Codex and am really excited by the artwork I'm seeing. Check out Jason's latest update for a preview of the cover!Mike Shel (Contributor)2015-07-25T13:30:06ZRe: Forums/Paizo: General Discussion: Paizo Blog: Gen Con for EveryoneMike Shel (Contributor)https://paizo.com/community/blog/v5748dyo5lhot?Gen-Con-for-Everyone#202015-07-21T19:57:08Z2015-07-08T16:40:14Z<p>As Judy mentioned above, Mayor Ballard issued an executive order essentially countermanding the governor's bill in Indianapolis. This was especially unusual as Ballard and Pence are members of the same party: no way not to see this move as anything other than a thumb in the governor's eye. Much of the politics driving this discrimination-sanctioning bill originated in the far more reactionary rural areas of the state, which exert outsized influence in the halls of government.</p>
<p>What made me really proud of GenCon and the values of the gamer community that it reflects (<i><b>acceptance</b></i>, not <i>tolerance</i>), is that the Con was the <b><i>FIRST</b></i> entity to take a public stance on the dubiously titled RFRA. All other corporate and organizational announcements followed in GenCon's wake.</p>
<p>I've lived in Indianapolis for the past 20-some years. Let's hope that the blowback from this ill-considered act teaches the haters that the times, they are a-changin'. With gamers in the vanguard.</p>
<p>See you in three weeks!</p>As Judy mentioned above, Mayor Ballard issued an executive order essentially countermanding the governor's bill in Indianapolis. This was especially unusual as Ballard and Pence are members of the same party: no way not to see this move as anything other than a thumb in the governor's eye. Much of the politics driving this discrimination-sanctioning bill originated in the far more reactionary rural areas of the state, which exert outsized influence in the halls of government.
What made me...Mike Shel (Contributor)2015-07-08T16:40:14ZRe: Forums: Product Discussion: [Legendary Games] Legendary Planet Adventure Path coming soon...Mike Shel (Contributor)https://paizo.com/threads/rzs2sa3n&page=5?Legendary-Games-Legendary-Planet-Adventure#2342015-06-19T00:29:02Z2015-06-19T00:29:02Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">Kodyax wrote:</div><blockquote>On a side note, will the idea of the Dark Tapestry play any factor in this? I am kind of hoping so as they were used to great effect in Iron Gods. </blockquote><p>You may be aware, Kodyax, that was responsible not only for a direct Iron Gods dose of the Dark Tapestry, I also wrote the support article on the Dominion of the Black in Pathfinder #88 and had notable DT elements in both the Dragon's Demand and Pyramid of the Sky Pharaoh. So, I loves me some DarkTap. Since DT is Paizo intellectual property, however, there won't be any development of that aspect <i>per se</i> in the LG AP (though a DT mystery oracle or the like is certainly a possibility). That said, nothing would stop you from porting DT into your own use of the Legendary Worlds Campaign Setting. It's built specifically to accommodate "crossing the streams," so to speak.Kodyax wrote:On a side note, will the idea of the Dark Tapestry play any factor in this? I am kind of hoping so as they were used to great effect in Iron Gods.
You may be aware, Kodyax, that was responsible not only for a direct Iron Gods dose of the Dark Tapestry, I also wrote the support article on the Dominion of the Black in Pathfinder #88 and had notable DT elements in both the Dragon's Demand and Pyramid of the Sky Pharaoh. So, I loves me some DarkTap. Since DT is Paizo intellectual...Mike Shel (Contributor)2015-06-19T00:29:02ZRe: Forums: Product Discussion: [Legendary Games] Legendary Planet Adventure Path coming soon...Mike Shel (Contributor)https://paizo.com/threads/rzs2sa3n&page=2?Legendary-Games-Legendary-Planet-Adventure#882015-05-29T18:38:23Z2015-05-29T18:38:23Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">CaelibDarkstone wrote:</div><blockquote><p> It looks like the <a href="http://www.makeyourgamelegendary.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Legendary Games</a> website domain has gone down. Has Legendary Games moved addresses?</p>
<p>•keeps trying to find more sources to fuel Legendary Planets excitement• </blockquote><p>It's back up...CaelibDarkstone wrote:It looks like the Legendary Games website domain has gone down. Has Legendary Games moved addresses?
*keeps trying to find more sources to fuel Legendary Planets excitement*
It's back up...Mike Shel (Contributor)2015-05-29T18:38:23ZForums/PaizoCon: General Discussion: Paizo Blog: "Who wants to be killed by Owen K. C. Stephens?"Mike Shel (Contributor)https://paizo.com/community/blog/v5748dyo5lhhm?Who-wants-to-be-killed-by-Owen-K-C-Stephens#12015-05-22T21:01:27Z2015-05-22T21:01:27Z<p>Who <i>doesn't</i> want to be killed by Owen K.C. Stephens?</p>Who doesn't want to be killed by Owen K.C. Stephens?Mike Shel (Contributor)2015-05-22T21:01:27ZRe: Forums: Product Discussion: [Legendary Games] Legendary Planet Adventure Path coming soon...Mike Shel (Contributor)https://paizo.com/threads/rzs2sa3n?Legendary-Games-Legendary-Planet-Adventure#382015-06-22T17:30:28Z2015-05-20T14:38:08Z<div class="messageboard-quotee">Jim Groves wrote:</div><blockquote> <div class="messageboard-quotee">Neil Spicer wrote:</div><blockquote> But, I consider myself quite lucky to have the support of more than a few industry veterans in writing and publishing it. . </blockquote>There are a lot of industry vets that are excited to be part of it too! </blockquote><p>Part of what? What are you guys talking about?Jim Groves wrote:Neil Spicer wrote: But, I consider myself quite lucky to have the support of more than a few industry veterans in writing and publishing it. .
There are a lot of industry vets that are excited to be part of it too! Part of what? What are you guys talking about?Mike Shel (Contributor)2015-05-20T14:38:08ZRe: Forums: Product Discussion: Pathfinder Adventure Path #98: Turn of the Torrent (Hell's Rebels 2 of 6) (PFRPG)Mike Shel (Contributor)https://paizo.com/products/btpy9gcx/discuss?Pathfinder-Adventure-Path-98-Turn-of-the-Torrent#92015-09-18T13:46:44Z2015-04-15T14:44:34Z<p>There's minimal info re: the Order of the Torrent in currently available publications. For instance, they're historically centered in Kintargo and have dwindled to a rather small sect in more recent years. <i>Turn of the Torrent</i> fleshes them out a bit more.</p>
<p>Also: you'll become acquainted with the Silver Ravens over the course of the Hell's Rebels AP. <i>Intimately</i> acquainted.</p>There's minimal info re: the Order of the Torrent in currently available publications. For instance, they're historically centered in Kintargo and have dwindled to a rather small sect in more recent years. Turn of the Torrent fleshes them out a bit more.
Also: you'll become acquainted with the Silver Ravens over the course of the Hell's Rebels AP. Intimately acquainted.Mike Shel (Contributor)2015-04-15T14:44:34ZRe: Forums/Paizo: General Discussion: Paizo Blog: Welcome Amanda Hamon Kunz!Mike Shel (Contributor)https://paizo.com/community/blog/v5748dyo5lhbi?Welcome-Amanda-Hamon-Kunz#282015-04-03T02:05:38Z2015-04-02T14:58:07Z<p>Congrats, Amanda! You left Indiana just in time...</p>Congrats, Amanda! You left Indiana just in time...Mike Shel (Contributor)2015-04-02T14:58:07Z