Discussion thread for GM 8574's Iron Gods campaign. Check in or post questions here.
Please take a look at the "PBP Ledger" linked above to start logging information about your PCs inventory and coin purses. Thanks!
I'll post the gameplay thread here in a little bit, so that y'all can dot as desired.
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Filled in some for the Ledger. I like tracking stats like that.
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Filled out my inventory and coins page. Nice spreadsheet, well organized!
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Will fill in my guy's stuff (and make an alias) when I get a proper computer tomorrow night!
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Thanks for choosing me! I'll fill it tomorrow, too sleepy now :)
Thanks for checking in, team, and for starting updates on the ledger! I have to leave for work in a bit, but the gameplay thread is up.
This AP as written presumes that you know each other before heading to the town hall to speak to the council about the goings-on. If you'd like to do so, I'd say feel free to play that out on the Gameplay, or just say, "Let's meet at the town hall".
I'll be home in several hours, but will check in mid-afternoon.
It isn't apparent from my gameplay post, but there's nothing stopping Oleg from knowing any of you. You may have talked to Oleg, been his drinking buddy on occasion, got him to assist you for the day in exchange for a few coins, or something similar. He's that friendly guy that everyone knows because he talks to almost everyone about almost anything, and you can almost be certain to find him at the bar.
In fact, I'm sure Oleg would have gossiped about "That poor girl of the Shellbacks" and Cinder's accident. Oleg has downed at least one or two drinks along with a prayer to Sarenrae to "have pity and restore that girl's sight" over the last few weeks on the subject.
He has a big heart for people and for their problems.
I wouldn't have thought them that famous, but that does work out, especially since the family as a whole is wealthy enough to buy Remove blindness.
Regarding combat (because we'll get there eventually): I would prefer to "theater of the mind" our combats, as map updating tends to be something that bogs down most GMs in PBPs. Until Paizo gets their own version going, I may just post a link to a snapshot of a map so that you can get a feel for the room in addition to my description, then act accordingly.
Question: Does this work for you all?
Regarding post frequency: We didn't really talk about this, and it's not a judgment, but we'll basically go with 1/day and 1/weekend (I've had a little more flexibility this weekend).
If you foresee dates when you know posting will be tricky, as I'm sure we'll all have, just post them here.
GM8574: No-map combat would work fine for me. I can just say "Oleg tries to get into flank, then attack" and let you tell me whether he can in the results. Being a GM myself, I know how much work goes into running a game, anything to make it easier on you and keep you having fun along with us works for me.
Cinder: I mis-remembered your background and was under the impression that you were living in Torch as opposed to traveling there from Blackpipe. Torch is small enough (5000 or so people) that mostly anything interesting is spread around as gossip between locals, at least that's how it was in a small town for me growing up. I'm not sure if news from Blackpipe would make it over to Torch, but it might be reasonable that news of your misfortune would spread once your family made it over for their bi-annual visit?
GM8574: I want to wait for the other players to get a chance to post before continuing, but I am assuming that Oleg would be in the Tavern at the same time as Cinder, and both can see each other as people interested in looking into this crisis, correct?
GM8574: No-map combat would work fine for me. I can just say "Oleg tries to get into flank, then attack" and let you tell me whether he can in the results. Being a GM myself, I know how much work goes into running a game, anything to make it easier on you and keep you having fun along with us works for me.
Thanks!
GM8574: I want to wait for the other players to get a chance to post before continuing, but I am assuming that Oleg would be in the Tavern at the same time as Cinder, and both can see each other as people interested in looking into this crisis, correct?
Yes, let's give the other two a chance to post if they are also trying to gather rumors around town, but correct, you definitely see each other at the Copper Coin.
Updated my info.
Thanks, Bosh!
I've added a link to the campaign info (top of the page) that should show you a map of Torch with a legend to town statistics, locations, etc. Let me know if you have a question about a place or a building.
FYI - This would not change your initial rolls to learn rumors about the town.
GM 8574: I've got no problem with the map, however, I may be asking, "Can I use [spell] without hitting my allies?" later on.
Oleg: "You all meet in a tavern...."
Edit: Okay, having read the Gameplay, I have to ask: Clouded Vision gamewise says "Your eyes are obscured, making it difficult for you to see." I see this like cataracts, where the farther out, the less you see. While that wouldn't mean she's completely blind, it is harder to see the farther out something is. So, she could see doors right in front of her, though she would still appreciate gentleman's favors.
Like Oleg, I'm going to wait until the others post before going on.
GM 8574: I've got no problem with the map, however, I may be asking, "Can I use [spell] without hitting my allies?" later on.
Oleg: "You all meet in a tavern...."
Edit: Okay, having read the Gameplay, I have to ask: Clouded Vision gamewise says "Your eyes are obscured, making it difficult for you to see." I see this like cataracts, where the farther out, the less you see. While that wouldn't mean she's completely blind, it is harder to see the farther out something is. So, she could see doors right in front of her, though she would still appreciate gentleman's favors.
Like Oleg, I'm going to wait until the others post before going on.
1) Understood - feel free to ask! If the melee is really heavy, then the answer will be "unlikely", but maybe we can mitigate this with percentage dice rolls. I'll tend to be generous with effects that have small radii, but fireballs tend to catch just about everyone. Make sense?
2) Of course you do!
3) Yes, it's more that the men of the town are appreciating a high-Charisma lady, or guessing that the cataracts are bad enough that she needs assistance with minor things.
I know that I'll have times where 'unlikely' will be the case. Options are key, after all.
And Cinder has no problem with attentive men, I just wanted to get a feel for the in character effects as opposed to the technical effects.
Aaaaand there's the jump-start.
Sure, Sunny, feel free to dot the gameplay thread to keep an eye on things if you like.
Hi, team,
Great start! Loving your descriptions and fleshing out your PCs.
I'll move you along to Town Hall with my next Gameplay post after work today, but wanted to write quickly and say that if I ever jump the gun overmuch on moving the story forward, please call me on it and we can address things appropriately.
Also, if you're finding that I'm waiting too long to do something, or if it looks like I'm glossing over something that you think should be better addressed, please give me a nudge via this thread or via PM. Sound good?
Sounds good!
Personally however I'd possibly take things one step further and skip the Town Hall meeting entirely - not to say we don't go to the Town Hall, but what I mean is the questions we'll be asking there will be fairly predictable, if not outright pre-written in the Fires of Creation book itself, and for the sake of keeping things moving we could assume all the usual questions were asked (when did the flames go out, who are we looking for, how do we get into the caves, etc.)
I think Sasha's right in this. There are general questions that have answers in the books, and we know a bit about the story anyway from the background and a few rumors. I wouldn't mind if you skip the Town hall meeting with a GM post either.
I agree wih that :)
Can do! It'll be a wall of text, but I'll probably put the majority of it behind a spoiler and just launch you into the adventure. Good call! Give a couple hours and I'll have it up.
Whew! Wall of text submitted. I'll try to not do that too often, but it'll be good reference to go back to later, if you need.
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Aaand - Combat! Straight out of the gate!
Thanks for the summary, GM!
Hate to say it, but I'm going to have to bow out of this campaign. It's not an issue with you guys or the DM or how the AP is shaping up, but rather I'm just realizing I'm *really* getting turned off by Play-by-Post.
So instead of sticking around with something that's just frustrating me, I think it would be prudent (and fair to people waiting in the wings as replacements) to call it while the campaign is early and let someone else slip into where Alexander is.
Understood - thanks for the early heads up!
B/C/I: we already have a lurker in Scarlet. Thoughts on incorporating her into this?
I'm all for it. I am enjoying myself and wouldn't want things to stop just as we got through the first fight. Shame though, Alexander seemed like an interesting character to develop/play with.
Sorry to see you go, Bubbles, but if you aren't having fun, what's the point of the game?
As for Scarlet, I have no problem.
I really liked the Russian accent and everything, hope you have fun in your other games. Good luck :)
Scarlet - keep an eye out for your entrance. Also, note that I think your character sheet has two traits too many. But let me know if I'm missing something.
Used the 'Advanced race guide'. Two of those traits are 'racial'. 10 Point race build. Won't be able to change anything for another day or so..... Sorry. :(
Wishing every one all the very best.
Cinder? Trusting? No, not at all! :p
And I understand about wisdom Oleg. Sometimes it can be hard to play as someone with lower scores (or higher ones!) than what the player is at.
Building up the character to meet the DM's strict/stringent standards. (^_~)
Very much cheers to all.
Building up the character to meet the DM's strict/stringent standards. (^_~)
Very much cheers to all.
:)
If the DM is happy with this build and avatar of Scarlet then I shall begin working on an equipment list.
Though, given different time zones et,al, I'll still be a day or so away from finalizing that sort of thing.
Also, the song that always inspires my 'Gunslinger' role playing. Story of Sunset
Wishing every one all the very best. Again, sad to see Alexander go.
Equipment done. :)
Looking forwards to adventuring with folks. (^_^)
Take care, and be well, GM!
Thanks, all! Whew, yesterday was a big party day, and today is catch up day from work. Bosh and Cinder can go next, and if I've got a few minutes to break later I'll post a reply then. This thing won't be standing for long. :)
Looking at my spell list, its acctualy not really optimized for this party. Sun Metal for instance, when our melee guy uses his fists mostly, instead of a weapon. (Yes, I know he's using Cestus right now, still.) As well, Divine Favor, which has been pointed out (Again!) is a personal spell. While at this stage even casters have to resort to melee a bit, its still annoying.
Not complaining or ranting, just - okay, maybe a little bit of rant. That's all folks!
Take a look at the Retraining rules from Ultimate Campaign. I would permit you to retrain as you would want, let's just take a look at the time required and the cost to do so so that we plan appropriately.
FYI - it's about noon on Day 1 of the campaign.
Y'all took care of the enemy. I'll post plot advancement here in a few hours once work settles down. Thanks!
Wishing every one all the very best.
Indeed, the 'Retraining' rules allow people to adjust things instead of having to scrap a character and start afresh.
Eh, at this point I can wait until 4th level and the spell swap.