Malvoisin's Legacy of Fire - Discussion


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Male Elder GM
Martika Al-Raedoth wrote:

Oh, great the DM who's killed more of my PCs than everyone else put together! ;-P

You called?

I decided to start reading one chunk of the adventure at a time, so I can play if Mal comes back.

I will probably actually have a post up within the next 24 hours, probably much less.

Just to let you all know, I am a more traditional DM than Mal, with all of you rolling your own initiative, and battle-maps if I can get them together.

Sovereign Court Contributor

I have another suggestion...

Maybe we could organize a DM swap on Mal's other games. As in, one of us offers to fill in as DM on one of his other games, if one of them will fill in on this one. Thoughts?

Liberty's Edge

Human (Minkai) Samurai (sword saint) 7 (Order of the Warrior)
Craig Shackleton wrote:

I have another suggestion...

Maybe we could organize a DM swap on Mal's other games. As in, one of us offers to fill in as DM on one of his other games, if one of them will fill in on this one. Thoughts?

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I already stole his DungeonaDay game, but he's got a Crimson Throne game going too...

Grand Lodge

It's a good idea, but it looks like the other 2 games already have DM's set up.

Also, it would take me a lot longet to familiarize myself with a game that I'm not playing, even if I'm running the AP face-to-face.

Sovereign Court Contributor

Okay. I just thought it might be easier for you to pick up a CotCT game than LoF. I also had the impression that the GM over there was also a player in their game (as you are here) who might prefer to continue playing.

Grand Lodge

Well, I haven't figured out how to do maps yet, but there are some new posts up!


Hello, all.

Well, obviously, I'm back. And, I'm pretty much okay. I've been following things here for a couple of days now, actually, but it's been hard for me to post, because I'm not sure how to explain my absence. I'm going to try, though, without getting into too much detail. I've actually started typing this post and then scrapping the whole thing a few times now. But, here goes...

First, let me sincerely apologize. I know it stinks to have people disappear from PBP games...especially the DM. It's hard to justify not giving any notice (although I'm about to try). But really, I know it makes you all wonder what's going on. Is the game dying? Is he okay? Not cool, I know, and I do appreciate those who expressed concern for me.

So, here's the thing. I have some issues with depression and anxiety. Most of the time, life is peachy. But there are times when things get hectic and stressful (and life does that), and the wheels just sort of fall off. I manage to still go through the regular motions (work, family stuff), but I find during those times that I just can't handle anything else. And I know that I should just post and say 'Guys, I need a few days,' but I always hope that it will pass quickly, and I'll be able to pick things up without a problem. But then, I start feeling bad because the game is stalled, people are wondering what's going on...and it stresses me out more, and becomes a vicious spiral. And the next thing I know, it's been two weeks, and I wonder where the time went, and I feel better and miss my games. That's the short version, and it's probably pretty difficult to understand if you don't know someone who deals with this sort of thing.

I want to say that I really appreciate everyone who decided to jump in and pick up the reigns of the games. So, Scribbling Rambler, Xaaon, Shisumo, thank you so much for not leaving all my wonderful players hanging. This is really a great community.

For today, it's really tempting to say that I'm ready to pick up the games again, and start posting. Because, I feel up to doing that...today. But, I just don't know if I can make that commitment, knowing myself as I do. Because, it will happen again. It always does. How will I feel tomorrow, or next week, or next month?

But I miss my games, I like DMing in this format, and I think I'm even passably good at it. So what to do? I think, for now, if you all don't mind, I'll just watch things unfold with the new DMs. Maybe I can even weigh in from time to time with a comment, or maybe there could even be a way for me to contribute with maps or some sort of co-DM position? I don't know.

I would enjoy discussing this with everyone, I know that much. What do you all think?

Grand Lodge

Hey Mal, just glad to know that you're alright. One of the drawbacks to communicating with avatars is that you never know what's happening with someone in RL, or how to find out.

Take whatever time that you need, and I am more than happy to turn things back over to you whenever, and for however long, that you want. If you take over again for a while, and need a break again, just leave a note here, or email me at

Spoiler:
hoku311 at gmail dot com
No explanation necessary, just tell me to continue on for a bit.

I know a bit about what's coming up, but it sure won't stop me from having fun playing!

Liberty's Edge

Hey, thanks for posting the update. I'm glad that you're ok, and trust me, I understand completely what kind of things you're going through. I think I mentioned a bit back that I went through something very similar earlier this year, and my PbP that I was DMing for suffered because of it too. I guess I'm glad that you understand where your priorities are, and when things get too overwhelming, you let less important things like the games slide until you're back on your feet again.

As for my opinion to what we should do now, I vote that Mal takes back over and does his best while he's feeling good (it is his game, and I love what he's started), and we now have a plan B in place should we ever need it again.

Sovereign Court Contributor

Mal, I'm glad you're okay, and I do understand what you go through. Don't think I'd ever hold it against you, because I wouldn't. You've been a great DM, and I hope I get to play with you again.

EDIT: Ninja'd by the count. I echo his sentiments. Run it when you can, take a break when you need, and if you need more time we can manage.


Female Human Paladin 1

Anybody ever read "Bored of the Rings"? For some reason Kara's last post just reminded me of the part where Frito says "Oh please Mr Nazgul, don't throw me in the briar patch!"


Female Halfling Bard (Dervish Dancer) 4 - HP:22/29 AC:18/14/15 CMD:16 F:3 R:8 W:4 P:7 Init:+3
Martika Al-Raedoth wrote:
Anybody ever read "Bored of the Rings"? For some reason Kara's last post just reminded me of the part where Frito says "Oh please Mr Nazgul, don't throw me in the briar patch!"

I'm here solely for your amusement.


Echoing the others as well. I'm glad you're alright Mal. Don't feel pressured into picking up right away too, just take all the time you need. We'll be here when you're ready! :)


Hey guys, Mal wishing you well and good health. I am a registered nurse so please know that anxiety and depression are real. I am interested in continuing, but really I am just glad to hear our GM is alright!


Guys, thank you all so much for your words of support and understanding. For now, I'd be most pleased if Rambler would go ahead and finish up the present encounter, and then there's a good chance I'll be ready and able to take back over. Rambler, I may e-mail you tomorrow with some specific thoughts regarding this.

And, having just checked over the last page of posts more thoroughly, I noted that I'm not the only one to have gone through hard times recently. Dryder, hang in there, I'm thinking of you.

Grand Lodge

Sounds great!


Human

Apologies for the temporary threadjack. Rambler, your tiefling friend needs to crawl out of an earthquake zone.

Malvoisin, please accept my very best wishes. You have a hard road there that I think many of us will recognise and understand. I've been following along with this game and it looks so much fun.

Threadjack ends.

Liberty's Edge

male boring human Air-Traffic-Controler Level 10

Thanx Mal! I am glad you are fine so far. I hope you can sort out you things soon and lasting!


Thanks Rev Rosey and Dryder! I'll say again, I love this community because of responses like these. It helps to know people care.

And now, by popular demand, I give you...

Rombard!

"Help me!" he bleats plaintively in his goatish tongue.


Scribbling Rambler, I sent you an e-mail.

Grand Lodge

Mal, message received and replied to.

Grand Lodge

It may seem that I am being overly harsh regarding the intelligence of goats. What kind of creature would be stupid enough to pull at a collar until it strangles itself!?

Having grown up on a farm, I can say with confidence that I am not exagerating their stupidity.

Liberty's Edge

We still using d6 for initiative rolls?

Grand Lodge

Right, I forgot about that.

Okay, I don't want to change things from what Mal is doing, so D6 for initiative, and post your first round action, please. As it is a d6, you only have to roll once.


Aww, isn't he cute?

PIC

Grand Lodge

I wondered which menace would be in the picture: the pugwampi or Rombard.


Scribbling Rambler wrote:
I wondered which menace would be in the picture: the pugwampi or Rombard.

Ha ha, good point!


Malvoisin wrote:

Aww, isn't he cute?

PIC

Ick!


I wonder if Bless or Protection from Evil might help here...

Not that Protection from Evil is an option at the moment. :p


Male Elder GM

Those spells almost always help. But I'm not sure if the goat is evil ;)

Just to clarify, feel free to post if it is not quite your turn yet. We'll work it into a coherent round.

Scarab Sages

Heya Malv, hadn't noticed this posting til today...as you know I'm not much of a Discussion board watcher...whenever you feel up to taking over, let me know...

Marrala the Lost is probably my favorite character ever, and I just couldn't let that game die off...

When you come back, if there's ever a time when you need a break, let me know and I'll take over...


Scribbling Rambler, I'm ready to take back over the reins whenever you're ready!

Good job handling that pugwampi, guys.

BTW, I've posted new picture links (Rombard the goat, and the pugwampi) in my DM profile, in case you missed them earlier.


Female Human Paladin 1

**Warning: grotesque dog photo in link!**

This picture has been circulating the Paizo boards for a long time. I'm laying money that it is the inspiration for the appearance of the pugwampi.

Grand Lodge

Sounds good, Mal.

Khalit will continue to lay low til we get back to camp.

Liberty's Edge

Martika Al-Raedoth wrote:

**Warning: grotesque dog photo in link!**

This picture has been circulating the Paizo boards for a long time. I'm laying money that it is the inspiration for the appearance of the pugwampi.

There is quite the resemblance there, isn't there? Ick.

Mal, glad you're back with us. You're far too good of a DM to give up just on the premise that you might fail again. Eagerly awaiting the interactions between our guide and paladin!


Just posted IC! That felt good. :)

Thanks again Rambler, for helping me get through the lull. You did a great job!

Liberty's Edge

Ok, I know that's not really the intended purpose of the spell, but from the description it becomes drowsy and inattentive, so a lullaby might work here at least to calm it down, right? I also checked, it's about the only one of my spells that affects any living creature, not just humanoids.


Count Buggula wrote:
Ok, I know that's not really the intended purpose of the spell, but from the description it becomes drowsy and inattentive, so a lullaby might work here at least to calm it down, right? I also checked, it's about the only one of my spells that affects any living creature, not just humanoids.

I'm sure that's true, but I was totally prepared to allow the Lullaby to calm Rombard down, just on principle (because I thought it was a clever idea).

Of course, the dice had other ideas, so...that was the end of that. Sorry, Count.

Liberty's Edge

DM Malvoisin wrote:
Count Buggula wrote:
Ok, I know that's not really the intended purpose of the spell, but from the description it becomes drowsy and inattentive, so a lullaby might work here at least to calm it down, right? I also checked, it's about the only one of my spells that affects any living creature, not just humanoids.

I'm sure that's true, but I was totally prepared to allow the Lullaby to calm Rombard down, just on principle (because I thought it was a clever idea).

Of course, the dice had other ideas, so...that was the end of that. Sorry, Count.

Cursed blasted 19 on a will save! Well...I might have one more trick up my sleeve...

Grand Lodge

I thought it was a brilliant idea, Count.

Liberty's Edge

Scribbling Rambler wrote:
I thought it was a brilliant idea, Count.

I should've done it when the pugwumpi was still alive - the unlucky aura would've worked in my favor!


Fascinate FTW!

Now, let's see Kara do her Pied Piper impression...she can't stop singing if this is going to work out, after all. :D

This is fun.


Welcome back in the saddle, Mal. :)

And that picture makes me want to hug my dog. :0 :(

Well, we have plenty of cactus milk to gather on the way out!

Liberty's Edge

Boy am I glad that worked! I was seriously about to tell Javeed to puch it, knock it out, and carry it back to camp.

Which could've been plenty funny in its own right...but the owners may not have been so pleased.


Yeah, every other alternate solution I could think of would have been horrible for a cleric of Sarenrae to put forth.

"I have Blade of Mercy! I attack it until it falls down!"

The Exchange

Mal, Scribbler, you guys should have a look at how my party are doing with the goat. It aint pretty.

They may even lose the goat too.

Don't worry about spoilers, you are a few steps ahead of them at the moment.


ya i WAS tempted to punch it ala Conan and camel style!


Larcifer wrote:
ya i WAS tempted to punch it ala Conan and camel style!

Well, I'm glad it didn't come to that.

Probably have PETA protesting this game or something...


FYI, new post this afternoon to take you back to camp. I think we're done here.

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