RPG Superstar 2009 Top 32, 2010 Top 8
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Good morning Paul!
I'd say look to Season-1 for good starter scenarios. That was the first season produced with Pathfinder RPG rules, but isn't overwhelmed by options from the advanced books.
I have a personal favourite in the "Devil We Know" series. It gives a series of 4 linked modules, lots of RP oportunities, combat, and background. If your players didn't know about the Aspis society before... they will now.
Assault on the Kingdom of the Impossible is another favourite.
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Easy (but Fun) Scenarios for new GMs:
* Mists of Mwangi
* First Steps 2
* The Citadel of Flame
* The Penumbral Accords
There's also a list in the GM101 package of low-prep scenarios; I'd encourage you to take a look at that. Actually, as a new GM, I'd encourage you to take a look at the whole package - there's some great stuff in there.
One more thing: ask an existing GM to mentor you. Ideally, pick a scenario that they've GMed, but not played. Prep it, and talk through your prep process with them. Then, have them sit at your table when you run the adventure, and debrief with them afterward.
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Paul, you wrote "...if I blow it then I'd feel better stopping after 1..." Please try not to think this way- just prep and do the best you can. No GM is absolutely "perfect" out there... as long as your players have a good time, that's all that matters.
You've already said you've taken time to read the GM101 PDF, which is *way more* than a lot of folks have done. Reminds me of something someone told me once when I was talking about the fears of becoming a parent- "The people who shouldn't be parents are the ones that don't have these fears- you will be fine because you are concerned about being a poor parent."
You're going to be fine.
PS- Jeff's idea of having a GM mentor is a good idea also. +1
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Hey Paul, and I would like to welcome you to the wonderful world of GM'ing Pathfinder Society!
I started GM'ing Pathfinder Society after the group of friends that I gamed with, got too big and we were actually becoming a hindrance to our weekly Game Day because we all wanted to play together. We would all sit down and say, "Ok, we need a GM." After a while, we were told it would be awesome if one of us could GM. So I picked up GM'ing. My first game that I ever GM'ed was "The Frostfur Captives". It was an incredible experience. The players enjoyed it and I had a blast with the RP. 10 months later, I am 20 games away from my 5th star. I love GM'ing that much. But, the reason I am typing this is because GM games that you really enjoyed playing in. Think of ways you can add your own personal flare to the game.
Some good, easy scenarios that I think are really good for new GM's include:
- Master of the Fallen Fortress (Free and is a nice, easy game for both players and GM's)
- We Be Goblins (Free, incredible RP, and alot of fun for both sides of the table....And you get to play as goblins :-D )
- Silent Tide ($3.99, The very first scenario. This scenario has a little bit of everything for the players and walks the GM through step by step on how to 'roll with the punches' if the PC's do something that was not expected.)
- The Frostfur Captives ($3.99, Season 3-01. This scenario is short, sweet, and to the point. As a GM, it gives you plenty of room for RP to really immerse your players in the mission at hand)
(Two Parter)
- Before the Dawn Parts 1 and 2 ($7.98 for both, Season 2-01 and 2-02. This two parter is incredible! These scenarios bring interesting combats, good RP opportunities, and some really cool, unique pieces that you WILL NOT FIND in any other two-parter.
These are just a couple that I find the easiest to run. Of course there are more, these are just a sample. If you would like more information or have any questions about GM'ing, feel free to e-mail me (stlpfs.vl@gmail.com), I'd be more than happy to help out a up and coming GM!
Good luck and may Desna smile upon you!
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If you're looking for prep ideas, feel free to check out the Share Prep Drive and see if there is anything there can you want to/can use.
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Well, hello Paul; fancy meeting you here. (Of course, when I saw the thread, I immediately thought it had to be you).
I don't have a lot to add regarding which scenarios to run, as I've only started GMing with the Season 4 Scenarios (which are a blast!). However, I noticed Jeff mentioned the Citadel of Flame as an easy scenario to start with. I wanted to let you know that if you choose to play that one, you would have an excellent resource over on RPGGeek. The author of that scenario, Steven, is very active on that site and he would be a great resource to field any questions you might have. Just some food for thought!
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(Two Parter)
- Before the Dawn Parts 1 and 2 ($7.98 for both, Season 2-01 and 2-02. This two parter is incredible! These scenarios bring interesting combats, good RP opportunities, and some really cool, unique pieces that you WILL NOT FIND in any other two-parter.
How much time would you say it would take to run this 2 parter? Could it be done in 6-7 hours?
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I think you "probably" could if you didn't want to RP and semi-railroaded your players. The first part is definitely worth the RP. I don't want to spoil it, but trust me, your PC's will have a blast with it! The second part, you don't want to tone down either.
I have been able to run both of these at 8 hours flat without skimping on anything.
Enjoy!