Well, playing with things, I have found the discussion button to get a discussion thread for this game. As I fifure this is for all out random chat needs! So let's have fun!
Sorry for the wait for the Gameplay thread, I have to get a chance for time to write it up. I will try to get it up as soon as I can.
Reporting for duty!
:)
Hero reporting in. ;)
I've dotted the campaign thread, as well. I deleted the entry (makes for a cleaner page), so I'm just advising you that I know it's up. Thanks. :)
i also know its up, but i wont dot gameplay for the same reason. ill just keep checking back until its ready:)
That's fine, thank you for your patience. I'll try to have it started as soon as I get the time to devote myself to it.
Also, I know some did, but could I get a drawback from everyone?
I did read about a drawback but I thought we had a choice to take one or not. So, just to clarify we all must take a drawback now?
Hello Finn, erstwhile cleric of Desna, checking in.
I read it the same as Lera. But will publish a drawback if it's a requirement.
i didnt take a drawback either, but there is another trait id like to take, so ill look through drawbacks and see if i can find one i can stomach:)
If it is considered necessary, I have selected Relic Hunter as my extra trait and Pride as my drawback (I think I can live with that one and it fits in somewhat with who Lera is). ;)
Hmmm... would everyone feel comfortable doing so, or would you all rather not?
I've never used a drawback (and personally don't like them). However, in saying that, if the group wants to go down that route, I'm easy with following suit. :) (Btw, I've already made an adjustment on my sheet to include the third trait and drawback -- so yes, no problem, if that's the way we go.)
All right, just allows additional GM tools for me to work with your characters.
every game ive played in they have been optional to each individual. ive never chosen one but like i said, there's another trait i kinda wanted anyway so no big deal to me
It does allow that lovely additional. So I'll play it this way, it will stay optional. Those who do, great, those who don't want to, also great. I know a lot of people don't because I've been told GM abuse on it, but I am not like that. So its fine with what ever is chosen.
I will look through them and see if there's one that fits Finn well, otherwise will leave as is. Will report here either way. thanks for the flexibility!
Agreed -- thank you for the flexibility!
I'm as flexible as catwoman, no fears!
I took the drawback, "hedonistic" during the creation/application process, as it's perfect for Allie's back story.
I realize that I could still roleplay her the same way without the mechanic, but I like that it incentivizes me to focus on that character flaw.
Maybe I'm just a masochist. I like using the Critical Hit and Critical Fumble decks, also.
I chose Forgetful-
You are easily distracted and prone to forgetting important things.
Effect: Whenever you leave a location you have been at for longer than 1 hour, you must attempt a DC 10 Wisdom check. If you fail, you leave behind one random mundane item (a purse of money counts as an item).
It fits my amnesia. Unfortunately I'm a sorcerer with a 10 wisdom lol, so there's a 50% chance I lose something every time I stop somewhere for an hour
You are indeed. I have debated on using it as well. I don't know.
I chose Forgetful-
You are easily distracted and prone to forgetting important things.
Effect: Whenever you leave a location you have been at for longer than 1 hour, you must attempt a DC 10 Wisdom check. If you fail, you leave behind one random mundane item (a purse of money counts as an item).
It fits my amnesia. Unfortunately I'm a sorcerer with a 10 wisdom lol, so there's a 50% chance I lose something every time I stop somewhere for an hour
wow, okay, I will not abuse that.
Finn has his own character flaws, I don't see a drawback that express them quite right. As such, I'd prefer to play it straight up without one (if you change your mind and require it, I'll figure something out).
Finn has his own character flaws, I don't see a drawback that express them quite right. As such, I'd prefer to play it straight up without one (if you change your mind and require it, I'll figure something out).
No fears my lucky friend, optional it shall stay.
Okay, after much consideration, I have decided to be adventurous (haha) and take the extra trait and ensuing drawback.
So, I have taken the Relic Hunter trait, giving me the following:
You have made a study of ancient lands and ruins and are familiar with relics and artifacts their inhabitants left behind.
Benefit(s): You gain a +1 trait bonus on Appraise and Knowledge (history) checks made to examine ruined buildings more than 1,000 years old as well as any ruined objects found in them. If such an item is magical, you gain a +1 trait bonus on Spellcraft checks to identify its properties and Use Magical Device checks to activate it.
And the Pride drawback:
You can’t abide challenges to your dignity, authority, or honor.
Effect: When someone threatens, accuses, or challenges you, you take a –2 penalty on Diplomacy checks and Sense Motive checks involving that creature until the creature apologizes to you.
I might as well get my feet wet in this drawback caper. ;)
Okay, after much consideration, I have decided to be adventurous (haha) and take the extra trait and ensuing drawback.
So, I have taken the Relic Hunter trait, giving me the following:
You have made a study of ancient lands and ruins and are familiar with relics and artifacts their inhabitants left behind.
Benefit(s): You gain a +1 trait bonus on Appraise and Knowledge (history) checks made to examine ruined buildings more than 1,000 years old as well as any ruined objects found in them. If such an item is magical, you gain a +1 trait bonus on Spellcraft checks to identify its properties and Use Magical Device checks to activate it.
And the Pride drawback:
You can’t abide challenges to your dignity, authority, or honor.
Effect: When someone threatens, accuses, or challenges you, you take a –2 penalty on Diplomacy checks and Sense Motive checks involving that creature until the creature apologizes to you.
I might as well get my feet wet in this drawback caper. ;)
Very nice!
Wow did I miss out on a lot!
Sorry, I should probably explain something about my posting schedule. Due to some restrictions on the computers I have access to, I can only post on the weekends or later in the day.
I apologize if this gets in the way of things.
As for the means of Drawbacks, I've decided I'm not going to take a drawback. While the extra trait is nice, none of the drawbacks are something I'd want.
Oh, and dotting :D
Only on the weekends would be pretty unmanageable in any of the games ive played in lol. later in the days not so bad though
It would mostly be in the later parts of the day when I will really be able to devote to it, so its not too bad, I just hope you can all be patient with me.
Patient here, so no worries. It probably works better for me in the long run as I'm in the opposite hemisphere. :)
If the players don't mind me asking, what time zones are you all in?
I'm in Sydney, Australia (Australian Eastern Time zone) - UTC/GMT+10.
Arizona time with a third shift job, yippy....
US Central Time - Nashville TN metro area but often travelling to the great state of TX.
Hemisphere doesnt really dictate timezone, but being that far away certainly does. Im US central, GMT-6
I have posted the start! It has begun! Sorry for the awful wait!
Just for the record, I'm in the Eastern Standard Time Zone (U.S.A).
Important Question:
Allie's flaw. "hedonistic", could cover a broad range of behaviors. I, as a player, can play that range as broadly or as narrowly as you (the GM and other players) are comfortable with.
I could play her as a heavy flirt who likes to stay up late dancing, drinking, gambling and picking pockets and leave it a that, or I could play her more to the true definition of hedonistic.
The point is. Roleplaying should be fun, and I don't want to make anyone feel uncomfortable by stepping over the line with my posts. So, if anyone has certain behaviors, or what have you, that would fall under the broad definition of hedonistic that you'd strongly prefer I not portray with her, please let me know. Again, my point is to make sure everyone enjoys the game.
Allie, I have no issue with how you want to play 'hedonistic'. I'm not easily offended. I find that sometimes spoilers help in these situations in case some on the boards are uncomfortable with the content.
It will be good to see how far or little you go with it, because it will help me know how to make Lera react to it. She'd be a little (a lot!) more restrained than you ... ;)
And okay, everyone's on American time except me. Good to know. :)
Just for the record, I'm in the Eastern Standard Time Zone (U.S.A).
Important Question:
Allie's flaw. "hedonistic", could cover a broad range of behaviors. I, as a player, can play that range as broadly or as narrowly as you (the GM and other players) are comfortable with.
I could play her as a heavy flirt who likes to stay up late dancing, drinking, gambling and picking pockets and leave it a that, or I could play her more to the true definition of hedonistic.
The point is. Roleplaying should be fun, and I don't want to make anyone feel uncomfortable by stepping over the line with my posts. So, if anyone has certain behaviors, or what have you, that would fall under the broad definition of hedonistic that you'd strongly prefer I not portray with her, please let me know. Again, my point is to make sure everyone enjoys the game.
Play her as hedonistic as you like that we are able to do, and as Lera said, spoiler tabs! So lets have fun!
pshhh lol, yur not going to offend me
I hope you don't mind if I enjoy the festival a bit, hope to get you all attached to the town.
fine with me:)
I'm good with it, too, GM. :)
@Allie I dont know if you realize this or not, but your suppose to only describe your actions, such as "I scan the crowd for easy targets". its the GM that explains if you find a man selling a trinket or a drunk dancing woman. of course you can specifically state that your scanning for that as well. Anyway, im not trying to overstep my bounds here, just trying to help where someone may not know is all. i apologize for my rudeness if you already knew but just dont care lol
I'll edit the post. No biggie. :-)
Freaking schedules! I missed the start of the campaign!!!!
Still, this looks like fun. Can't wait to get into it completely!
As for the answer to questions:
@Cat: I think however you play it would be enjoyable to everyone. Especially her :D
@Lera: I'm in US Mountain Time.
I hope my posting schedule doesn't hinder the game!
EDIT: Does anyone else think the picture our GM selected looks like an evil Princess Yue from Avatar, the Last Airbender?
@Emilio: Sorry, Em, thought you had already answered! Still makes me the only outsider. ;)
Emilio, that gives me an awesome idea for a roleplay later. But sadly its just supposed to be a winter witch, my favorite type to the witch whom I think is the sexiest class ever.