Rise of the Runelords

Game Master Upaynao

That was fast!

That was fast!

Just don't ask me for a 10 minute background on her. I have some thoughts on why shes hanging out in SandPoint. Giants really big honking giants. She doesn't like them at all.

Welcome Shara to the group. Sorry, I stepped away it seems from the board a bit too long. Great to have you and thanks Upayano.

As to a 5th, it might not be a bad idea...but still not sure how the recruitment process for Paizo works, lol. Felt pretty lucky that I got pulled into this game having tried to be a player in a few other games.

I will be away from Nov 10-14. I won’t have access to the boards.

That's fine. I'm still trying to get my ducks in a row here and of course, everybody at work is taking half-days leaving the new guy to run tests.

Ok, so an update: I'm creating a google hangouts to keep everyone posted as to what is going on. Message me with an email address you would like used to stay in the loop.

I'm also combing through your posts because there is material even there that has repercussions into book 5. I'm at page 15, with breaks taken to follow up with the pdf of the AP. I'll give you an update later this evening with further updates as to where we stand.

Quick follow-up update. I'm nearing the end of what has been written so far. I feel like there are a couple things from the first book I want to add in for... Reasons.

Volkar, I understand that you have been placing the crunch of your actions behind spoilers. That is commendable, but I guarantee that I will miss your actions more than is suitable for a GM. Might I enjoin you to try a format for those like Andrezi?

I'm also keenly aware of teh timeline with respect to some of the other things that are happening in the world of Golarion at this point. So certain thigns are going to be more difficult to access. Shouldn't impact you, but I thought I should mention it.

Everyone: is your equipment list up to date? I'm referring to the one on your characters. If there are items available in the "party treasury" that have not been liquidated, I either need assurances that someone is going to become party treasurer and will be keeping up-to-date online records, or I need someone to comb through and figure out who, what, where and how. I'm not so much worried about ordinary loot; but special loot, like the Siehedron ring and pendant, those are of interest to me. It seems as if Volkar has the ring; has anyone grabbed the pendant?

I can make my actions and such in italics below a line in the story.

Where is the best place to keep a treasury list going?? Google docs?

Certainly!

There's an aaaaancient loot tracker on the Campaign Info tab. According to it I have the Sihedron medallion.

Ok, are you wearing it?

Also, I have invited GM Tyranius to join us as a 5th. You might know him for being an online VA. He has put up with me for a loooong time now, so I figured I'd extend him an invite, especially considering that I believed that his playstyle would mesh in well with what is currently on offer.

As a side note: You have all done a fantastic job thus far. I look forwards to getting this thing off the ground. I'm going to wait for him to post here, perhaps go over some things that happen in the evening prior to your next step.

I don't think I was ever able to identify it, so no.

Sounds great! It has been a really great adventure so far and lots of fun to be a part of.

/ waves.

What are you folks looking for as a group? I have a couple of ideas but still working through them.

Well, someone who is a good role-player who likes long walks on the beach...

Um, we have a cleric, a wizard (me)!, a paladin and an alchemist. Soooo we don't have a sneaky-traps person, but we've been able to get by without. I guess we could use anything fun! :D

You also have a bunch of standard races here, so if you want to play a more exotic race, go ahead (but maybe not too exotic).

Alright that has me narrowed down a bit. Looking at either an unchained rogue or a poison darter ranger. I should have it all fine tooth combed out by tomorrow.

Tyranius, welcome, and no need to favor pina coladas though.

Just as an FYI, decisions are made by the first person to suggest a course of action, followed by the first person to agree with said course of action. That is how we will avoid analysis paralysis.

While we wait for a concurring opinion, as a reminder, I'm about to start a google hangout with everyone involved here, so send me an email you'd like associated with such and exchange.

Shara and *insert Tyranius' chartacter here* describe to me the optimal way you see yourselves coming to be introduced and the setting of your introduction to the original characters; you can be as brief, or as expository as you wish, but keep it in this thread. I will weave this in as best I can.

If you need a starting point to begin to answer that question, indicate so here and I will provide an anchor point.

Kiera's been living in Sandpoint for a few years, so if you're local we have probably met!

Here is Ullogash. As for some sort of introduction (I have not yet caught up on where you are at in the story) but Ullogash could be seen among the woods fighting with and observing the Goblins. Not necessarily out of a sense of righteousness but more of a sense of his orcish heritage and need to prove who is stronger.

While he has been seen around Sandpoint he spends little time there as folks are usually generally scared of his appearance. besides the natural orcish appearance his body is very scarred from surviving a terrible disease as a child. This disease is what makes him feel like he has some sort of strength to prove to everyone, including himself.

email for google hangout is

dereklarsen1965@gmail.com

Let me know if you want to tone Ullogash down, I am still trying to find his voice.

A bit gruff, but that's not a dealbreaker by any means. :)

As a side note, Andrezi hasn't responded to Ullogash's comments as the DM implied that Andrezi and the Vinder girl were off in a secluded corner.

Yea, never played a half-orc before so playing up a bit gruff due to that nature and also the spending tons of time on his own. Trying to take the long road of showing him that true strength lies in working as a team rather than finding strength on his own.

I think Volkar is going to have to be convinced this guy's an ally, but I think you did just fine with him.

GM sorry for not giving you much to work with for an intro. I just got time to sit down and think it out.

Shera's in Sandpoint because there's nothing left of her village. She's pretty sure it was giants that destroyed it. Not many creatures have that size of feet.

She was away guarding a delivery for Merle's Mercantile when the village was attacked. Her home and job went up in smoke. Having no place else to go she's landed in Sandpoint. She's only been in town this time for a couple of days. She's listening for rumors of giants being near, and she's looking for work it's been a while since she's had any coin coming in. Ameiko would know her from staying overnight a couple of times at the Rusty Dragon while waiting for Merle's supplies to get loaded up.

While in Sandpoint she didn't cause trouble, and tipped well at the Inn. She had a reputation in her village as being a steady person who would do her job well.

Making light of her half-elven heritage or her draconic bloodline is guaranteed to get you an intimidating look, and some choice words. Continuing will get you into a fight, and she fights to win.

Welcome Shara and to all of you, hope its a wonderful Thanksgiving if that is a holiday you partake in and if not, may it be a wonderful day for you and yours!

In case you had not noticed, I'm experiencing a bit of a slowdown. Not because I'm getting tired of Pathfinder, but because I am getting home rather late and posting from work is proving to be a little difficult.

I am currently employed by a biotech company that is involved in medical diagnostic devices. As such, the protocols I must follow are rather strict. The product I am working on at this stage requires that I run a test in the AM and then the same test at least two hours later. This test has run about three hours between prep and actual testing. And then I have been dragged into meetings about the next phase of the project, other people's projects, etc... All that to say that I have not forgotten about you, and indeed I want to continue/finish our game. But at times things might be a bit slow.

Thank you for your understanding.

In case you had not noticed, I'm experiencing a bit of a slowdown. Not because I'm getting tired of Pathfinder, but because I am getting home rather late and posting from work is proving to be a little difficult.

I am currently employed by a biotech company that is involved in medical diagnostic devices. As such, the protocols I must follow are rather strict. The product I am working on at this stage requires that I run a test in the AM and then the same test at least two hours later. This test has run about three hours between prep and actual testing. And then I have been dragged into meetings about the next phase of the project, other people's projects, etc... All that to say that I have not forgotten about you, and indeed I want to continue/finish our game. But at times things might be a bit slow.

Thank you for your understanding.

Not a problem, appreciate the update and best of luck with the work. Sounds pretty interesting.

Hey folks, sorry for the pause. Last couple of weeks had me all over the place with this past t 2-3 weekend spent in the Orange County and LA area with my 18 yr old dau who had an audition for Disney park characters. She got cut, but we did a lot of recon on options to get into the costuming and design business side of the parks. So, while she will graduate with both a HS diploma and AA this June, it looks like she is going to be heading to Santa Ana College to get a second AA or AS in fashion design and costuming. Dad is pretty happy, as with her transferring credits, she may be able to get a 4yr degree within about 2.5 yrs. Gotta say, each of my three are so different in their approaches to thing. lol, parenting, it's an adventure.

So, back to where posts should be a bit more predictable.

Sorry for the slow posting. I've had the week from heck. Everything is fine. I've just been busy at work and busy with personal life. Usually one is busy and the other isn't so bad, and I can keep up. Not this week.

After Sunday it should get better.

Sounds like both of you have had some monster days there! I hope things are better soon :)

I will also be gone at paizocon most of this next week. Looking over the schedule I don't see why I shouldn't be able to at least get in a single post at night. 23rd-27th May.

I'll be at Paizo Con as well. I've found that I usually don't have time to post, but will try to keep an eye on the forums.

I'll also have family in town May 31-June 3, and won't be able to post then.

@Ullogash: I'd love to meet you in person at Paizo Con. I'm a short, halfling shaped woman with short blue/black hair, and glasses. I'll more than likely be wearing a snarky teeshirt.

@Shara- Would love to. I will be the lost wandering one as this is my first ever convention. :)

I have returned. The kiddos were great, but Auntie is tired.

Welcome back! Nothing happened in your absence!

I saw that, but I thought I'd check back in. I'm kind of interested to see if someone has to knock me out before I catch up with you.

Sooo are we looking for another DM?

I'm alright with that.

Yea, it seems to be the case sadly. Always worry when suddenly things go quiet and no one hears from a player.

I have put out a call for help.

Thanks Kiera - I have checked in just wasn't sure what we should do. Miss sharing stories with you all.