Richard D Webb's page

They are open as of 1PM EDT. Sorry for the slight delay in this.

Attention Pathfinder & Starfinder Players:

Each year, on the day before Gen Con begins, the Indianapolis Lodge offers FREE PFS gaming. This year, on Wednesday, August 1st, we are back at Scotty's Brewhouse in downtown Indianapolis, just a few blocks walk from the Convention Center.

We have two slots this year:

8 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
12:30 p.m. - 5 p.m.

If you want to see what is currently scheduled, and to register, visit the Warhorn for this event HERE!. If you were at this event last year and were registered on the Warhorn, you should still be registered.

All players and GMs are required to buy food and drink (food service starts at 9 a.m.).

Sign-ups open on July 1st, 2018 (Sunday) at 12:00pm EDT.

Still Looking for GM's in the first slot. Send me a line if you're interested!

Call for GM's for Pre GenCon
http://paizo.com/threads/rzs2v6ve?GM-Call-PreGen-Con-at-Scottys-Brewhouse#1

Attention Pathfinder & Starfinder GMs:

Each year, on the day before Gen Con begins, the Indianapolis Lodge offers FREE PFS gaming. This year, on Wednesday, August 1st, we are back at Scotty's Brewhouse in downtown Indianapolis, just a few blocks walk from the Convention Center.

I am looking for GMs! I have some GM slots filled already, but need more! We have two slots for PFS this year:

8 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
12:30 p.m. - 5 p.m.

Anyone interested in GMing should drop me an email centralindianapfs@gmail.com. Let me know what slots you want to run, and which scenarios. I've filled out the schedule with scenarios. However, if something is empty, then I will switch it out with a scenario of your choice. Try to pick scenarios that can fit in the time frame, and perhaps finish a few minutes early. It's a very tight schedule that doesn't allow for adjustments. So, if you're interested, drop me a note ASAP.

If you want to see what is currently scheduled, and to register, visit the Warhorn for this event HERE!. If you were at this event last year and were registered on the Warhorn, you should still be registered.

I provide chronicle and reporting sheets and since this is an official game day, it counts for support for GM boons and prizes!

All players and GMs are required to buy food and drink (food service starts at 9 a.m.).

Are there going to be evening games at scottys this year?

Unfortunately there will not be any evening gaming at Scotty's hosted by the Indianapolis PFS Lodge.

Gary Bush wrote:

They are not yet setup.

I take that to mean that physical location is still up in the air?

Hmm, I may just need to buy my plane ticket and save up for Uber fare.

No. Pre-GenCon is hosted at Scotty's Brewhouse courtesy of the Indianapolis Pathfinder Lodge on the Wednesday before GenCon.

I'm in the early stages of planning the event, but it will be happening.

The intent is to run pregencon once again this year at Scotty’s. Stay tuned for more info. :)

I prefer option number 1 and not having first edition PFS boons transfer to second edition PFS characters.

Exactly what Captain Morgan said. I wouldn't give them anymore then this until they arrive at Harrowstone and begin the investigation there.

Bumped. Looking for GM's still! Check us out!

Join us for our fourth year of Golaricon, the PFS/SFS -specific convention in Indianapolis, IN. For location, time and cost, visit our website and warhorn!

Golaricon Warhorn
Golaricon Website

As you can see we are offering modules and adventure paths in addition to scenarios! In addition, with the launch of Starfinder, Golaricon is proud to offer Starfinder Society Scenarios!
We will have specially made dioramas and terrain for most games to add to the experience!

Scenarios
1-56 The Jester's Fraud (5-9)
2-23 Shadow's Last Stand, Part 1: At Shadow's Door (1-7)
2-24: Shadow's Last Stand, Part 2: Web of Corruption (1-7)
3-02: Sewer Dragons of Absalom (3-7)
4-19: The Night March of Kalkamedes (1-5)
6-13: Of Kirin and Kraken (7-11)
8-23: Graves of Crystalmaw Pass (3-7)
8-25: Unleashing the Untouchable (12-15)
9-07: Salvation of Sages (7-11)
9-08: Birthright Betrayed (1-5)
9-09: Beyond the Halflight Path (3-7)
9-10: Signs in Senghor (1-5)
9-11: The Jarlsblood Witch Saga (5-9)
9-12: Shrine of the Sacred Temple (1-5)
9-13: The Lion's Justice (7-11)

SFS 1-00: Claim to Salvation (3-4)
SFS 1-01: The Commencement (1-2)
SFS 1-07: The Solar Sortie (1-4)
SFS 1-08: Sanctuary of Drowned Delight (3-6)
SFS 1-09 Live Exploration Extreme! (1-4)
SFS Quest 1-1: Into the Unknown (1)

Modules
Doom Comes to Dustpawn (8-10)
Tomb of the Iron Medusa (13-15)
Crypt of the Everyflame (1-2)
The Midnight Mirror (3-5)

Adventure Paths
Shattered Star, Part 2: Curse of the Lady's Light (6-8)
Reign of Winter, Part 3: Maiden, Mother, Crone (8-10)
Iron Gods, Part 1: Fires of Creation (2-4)

Hope to see everyone at the convention, we aim to have a great time!

Richard Webb

Can’t wait to see this convention.

For those of you used to the Marsh Supermarket a few blocks north of the hotel/convention center: it is now out of business. It was bought by another company, but they are going to remodel it and that's expected to take months. I highly doubt it will be re-opened in time for Gen Con.

It was open last week unless it just closed the one on jersey I think as I had to pick up a cheesecake there.

Richard Webb wrote:

It is cheap and efficient.

So what is your price? ;)

Just kidding!

Hah!

There's a small food booth right outside the Sagamore Ballroom, along with a couple of food court type areas downstairs. But even those can get lines, and the food is bad even by fast food standards, while being more expensive than fast food. And other than pizza, I doubt if any of it's vegetarian.

The food trucks outside are probably the best bet for very quick meals, assuming you hit the trucks that don't have the longest lines.

But really, having groceries in your hotel room so you can make and bring your own sandwiches, fruit, etc for lunch is probably the best option for both speed and saving money. I just don't know the city well enough to know where to recommend buying them. Nor do I know the hotel you're staying at to know if the fridges will handle it.

Agreed about the food trucks. As mentioned there is a Marsh that is still open not to far from the convention center. Kroger's are scattered around the city and is a common grocery store here. Best bet is to google for them. Neither are expensive.

Richard Webb wrote:

There is a Marsh (still open right now) that is close to the convention center off New York, near Mass Ave. It's a bit of a walk, but a driver could get there quickly.

There are so many options for meals that it would be hard for you not to find something. I Like Palomino, The Old Spaghetti Factory, and Napolese. There's more if you travel away from Downtown into Mass Ave, or into Fountain Square off Virginia Ave.

How much time does it take to get fed and how much do these venues run dollar-wise?

ie, I'm pretty sure a good chunk of the folks posting in this thread are on a budget?

Those places are nice resteraunts so there moderately priced and take time, so would not be ideal if pressed for time or on a tight budget. Might be best to food shop at a local grocery store and have snacks to go. I do this every year, even though I drive home after the day is done. It is cheap and efficient.

Time is a concern for both myself and Hmm as well as affordability (perhaps moreso for Hmm).

We are both Tier 1 GMs and don't have a whole lot of time to get out, get food and come back in.

Richard, if you factor that in, do you have any recommendations?

Best bet is the food trucks if Time is a factor.

There is a Marsh (still open right now) that is close to the convention center off New York, near Mass Ave. It's a bit of a walk, but a driver could get there quickly.

There are so many options for meals that it would be hard for you not to find something. I Like Palomino, The Old Spaghetti Factory, and Napolese. There's more if you travel away from Downtown into Mass Ave, or into Fountain Square off Virginia Ave.

Good Evening all!

There is still some openings for a few games at Scotty's for this years PFS Game Selections!

Be sure to sign up, Gen Con is almost here!

Still looking for GM's. Plenty of openings available!

Attention Pathfinders! Player Sign-ups are Open!
Each year, on the day before Gen Con begins, the Indianapolis Lodge offers FREE PFS gaming. This year, on Wednesday, August 16th, we are back at Scotty's Brewhouse in downtown Indianapolis, just a few blocks walk from the Convention Center.
I am still looking for GMs! I have many GM slots filled already, but need more! We have two slots for PFS this year:
8 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
12:30 p.m. - 5 p.m.
In addition, we are offering the card game in four additional slots at the following times.
8:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.
10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
12:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
3:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Anyone interested in GMing should drop me an email at webbrichd@gmail.com. Let me know what slots you want to run, and which scenario(s). It's a very tight schedule that doesn't allow for adjustments, so prepare to run as soon as you sit at the table. If you're interested, drop me a note ASAP.
If you want to see what is currently scheduled, and to register, visit the Warhorn for this event!. If you were at this event last year and were registered on the Warhorn, you should still be registered.
I provide chronicle and reporting sheets and since this is an official game day, it counts for support for GM boons and prizes!
All players and GMs are required to buy food and drink (food service starts at 9 a.m.).

PFS at Scotty's Brewhouse!

I will be opening up sign ups this evening at 7pm Est for players.

Still looking for a few GMs!

I will be opening up sign ups this evening at 7pm Est

Yes, I'm looking to open the sign-ups on Tuesday, June 13th.

I've made the call-out for GMs if interested the post is here

Attention Pathfinder GMs:

Each year, on the day before Gen Con begins, the Indianapolis Lodge offers FREE PFS gaming. This year, on Wednesday, August 16th, we are back at Scotty's Brewhouse in downtown Indianapolis, just a few blocks walk from the Convention Center.

I am looking for GMs! I have some GM slots filled already, but need more! We have two slots for PFS this year:

8 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
12:30 p.m. - 5 p.m.

In addition, we are offering the card game in four additional slots at the following times.

8:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.
10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
12:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
3:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Anyone interested in GMing should drop me an email at webbrichd@gmail.com. Let me know what slots you want to run, and which scenarios. I've filled out the schedule with scenarios. However, if something is empty, then I will switch it out with a scenario of your choice. Try to pick scenarios that can fit in the time frame, and perhaps finish a few minutes early. It's a very tight schedule that doesn't allow for adjustments. So, if you're interested, drop me a note ASAP.

If you want to see what is currently scheduled, and to register, visit the Warhorn for this event HERE!. If you were at this event last year and were registered on the Warhorn, you should still be registered.

I provide chronicle and reporting sheets and since this is an official game day, it counts for support for GM boons and prizes!

All players and GMs are required to buy food and drink (food service starts at 9 a.m.).

This, everyone take notes from Swiftbrook.

Look for the call-outs in the Local Play Events forum of the message boards.

Can't wait too see everyone at GenCon this year!

Richard

Gregory Rebelo wrote:

OoOoOoOoOoOo...

Could you give me a description of how things work? Assume I have no actual knowledge of what goes on there and that it's my first time going.

This is my best understanding ....

• Sometime in the next month or so (this timeline is very fluid) Richard will post for requests - either what you want to GM, what you want to play or a combination of the two.
  
• Richard will develop a schedule and post it with a request for GMs that have not already been assigned.
  
• Sign ups in the past have been on a website called Warhorn. A site used to coordinate games.
  
• Sign ups will be announced on the Paizo boards and then you will be able to reserve a spot at a table. Some tables are limited to 4 players, some to 6 depending on size. Also, some tables are limited to those 21 and older as they are in the bar area.
  
• Reserve your spot at a table. Some tables fill up very fast.
  
• Arrive on time (preferable before), and you will be directed to your table. If you arrive late, as in more than 5 minutes (??? maybe 10), your spot will be given to another player. The slots are short so game need to get started on time.
  
• Order some food and drink (this is required as you are taking space in a restaurant - but it's good food.) and enjoy your game.
  

I see Tome of Rightous Repose is being offered. I am willing to play since I'll be in town all of wednesday.

I'm not yet ready to take player requests.

However, look for a call out this weekend for a request for GM's.
:)

Good afternoon,

If you could send me or Mark Stratton (The Venture Captain here in Central Indiana) a quick message we should be able to straighten out the reporting issues for Who's Yer Con last year.

As others have mentioned, what really matters is the signed and dated chronicle sheets. If you have that then you are fine at whatever table you play at.

Richard

Sounds fun, hope to play and run some awesome modules and adventure paths that weekend.

Hope to see you all at gencon this year! Huzzah!

Shared on the Central Indiana Lodge Facebook page.
Good luck to your friend and their family.

I'm unsure what is happening at PentaCon for this year in Ft. Wayne. However, the following three people are worth contacting for more information.

Emery VanderHart Venture-Agent
Leslie VanderHart Venture-Captain
Matt Shurboff Venture-Lieutenant

There email is located Here

Also there is a Facebook Page for that group as well.

I opened this petition not because I want to see this change but to open (re-open) the discussion on this topic and to hopefully have Campaign Leadership assert that the process is the guide is to be followed by all GMs. Far too many GMs ignore this. In my view, this practice is not healthy for PFS and it has to change.

I believe the process is set out in the guide and if GMs don't believe it is worth following than they should not be allowed to GM for PFS.

It is an excuse to say that time has ran out. Plan better.

Thank you,

Gary Bush

Hmm.. The guide is just that, a guide, not a book of laws. If one has time to fill everything out as outlined in a chronicle sheet, good. If not, then that should be fine as well. The object is to have a good time at a PFS game.

guide
ɡīd/

a thing that helps someone to form an opinion or make a decision or calculation.
"here is a guide to the number of curtain hooks you will need"

synonyms:model, pattern, blueprint, template, example, exemplar; standard, touchstone, measure, benchmark, yardstick, gauge

"the techniques outlined are meant as a guide"

law
lô/
noun

the system of rules that a particular country or community recognizes as regulating the actions of its members and may enforce by the imposition of penalties.
"they were taken to court for breaking the law"

corrected, as I missed a word in there.

Thanks everyone for coming out to Scotty's this year. I hope to see you all again next year!

Mark Stratton wrote:

Hitokiriweasel wrote:

Where are the sign ups for ACG games? Assuming there are some this year

I believe the ACG table was cancelled due to low demand, and that table was converted to an RPG table to meet the increased demand on the RPG side.

That makes too much sense, but alrighty

Exactly what Mark said.

Richard

Any chance more 7-11 tables can open up? Looks like only one?

We are given a set number of tables by scotty's and no more can be added.

If theres room for another table, I'll run it. Was going to check back with Richard in aa couple weeks

As Mark mentioned, there is no way to make another table.

Right now I've filled the last GM spots for the number of tables provided to us.

Richard

Still looking for a couple more GM's, let me know if interested!

Richard Webb wrote:

I think they still need to be 18. I'm going on the side of caution and say no.

Richard

Thanks. It ended up being moot since the only game we could a: make it to Indy in time for and b: haven't played, wasn't listed that way anyway.

No worries after some further research, and for anyone else that asks All tables that say 21 and over must be over 21

Thanks!

I think they still need to be 18. I'm going on the side of caution and say no.

Richard

Sign-up's are now open HERE

Attention Pathfinders:

Each year, on the Wednesday before Gen Con, the Indianapolis Lodge hosts Pathfinder Society Gaming at Scotty's Brewhouse in downtown Indianapolis. This year, PFS gaming returns to that venue on Wednesday, August 3rd!

I'm still working on getting more GMs to round out the tables we have. If anyone has a particular scenario you would like to play in or to run, let me know (webbrichd@gmail.com) whether you want to play it or run it, and in which slot. In particular looking for GM's for the second slot. The current schedule is maxed with the number of tables we can utilize. However, if there is a scenario that is empty or lacks a GM, it is possible to switch that out with something else. :)

There will be 2 slots:
8:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
12:30 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Gaming will start at 8:00 a.m.; food service will start at 9:00 a.m. Though there is no cost to register or to play, all players and GMs, at every table, in every slot, are expected to purchase food, beverages, etc. There is not a lot of room (it gets pretty crowded starting just before lunch), so you shouldn't bring lots of extra stuff with you.

If you are interested in joining us, hop on over to the Warhorn HERE, register, and then sign up for a few games.

I look forward to seeing you (both the veterans of our Scotty's events and new Pathfinders!)

Richard Webb
Venture-Lieutenant
Indianapolis

I've made a call-out for GM's, it is located here

..more plagiarism...

Attention Pathfinder GMs:

Each year, on the day before Gen Con begins, the Indianapolis Lodge offers FREE PFS gaming. This year, on Wednesday, August 3rd, we are back at Scotty's Brewhouse in downtown Indianapolis, just a few blocks walk from the Convention Center.

I am looking for GMs! I have some GM slots filled already, but need more! We have two slots for PFS this year:

8 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
12:30 p.m. - 5 p.m.

Anyone interested in GMing should drop me an email at webbrichd@gmail.com. Let me know what slots you want to run, and which scenarios. I've filled out the schedule with current season scenarios. However, if something is empty, then I will switch it out with a scenario of your choice. Try to pick scenarios that can fit in the time frame, and perhaps finish a few minutes early. It's a very tight schedule that doesn't allow for adjustments. So, if you're interested, drop me a note ASAP.

If you want to see what is currently scheduled, and to register, visit the Warhorn for this event HERE!. If you were at this event last year and were registered on the Warhorn, you should still be registered.

I provide chronicle and reporting sheets and since this is an official game day, it counts for support for GM boons and prizes!

All players and GMs are required to buy food and drink (food service starts at 9 a.m.).

Couldn't last year but this year... Indy's home. During the con, I play. For this, I will GM :)

Looking forward to signing up!

We look forward to seeing you there!

Greetings all,

Right now scenario selection and sign-ups are posted for Officers. I shall make a general announcement sometime next week on these boards for players and GM's once the schedule is finalized.

Thanks!
Richard

Last year if your table didn't fire, sometimes you ran an evergreen or kids academy, if I remember correctly. All my tables were full except one, which was 7. The one with 7 people, I was asked first if I wanted a 7th.

RoshVagari wrote:

That's exactly what I'm going to do when I run it next week. I was trying to find some way for this encounter to work, and that's perfect. As written, there is no guidance as to how it's NOT just make a single roll and the PCs win.

EXCELLENT encounter, just not developed enough to actually work without some creative work by the GM, which will drive RAW fanatics apoplectic.

That seems to be well beyond what the encounter actually says about how it works. How I plan to run it:

1. Determine which PC's are trying to delay/distract the guards and who is helping her escape.

2. Allow delaying people to make their relevant checks. this will lead to relevant bonuses for those trying to sneak her away using the stealth DC's in the scenario.

3. Assuming each "move action" for the PC's takes one minute (as suggested above), it looks like they need 3 minutes of distraction to move her from the Fox Den to her House.

A couple of things are missing/bizarre about this encounter. What sort of business is the Fox Den? We aren't told. Also just how idiotic is Mirelle in wanting to return to her own home when told she is being hunted by Hellknigts.

When I ran this just over the weekend this question came up for the Fox Den. What sort of establishment is this? Is it a bar, a tavern? It's never really specified. My guess that it is a closed/rundown tavern of some sort.