May as well get a little tinkering done while waiting for the game to begin. So I have changed an otherwise boring aspect (Alternating Current) to one that I thing fleshes Eddie out a bit better. So I have changed it to Rider on the Storm. Storm, of course, being a motorcycle that he built himself, taking only the most pristine parts from a salvage yard. Perhaps the best explanation for why he is currently residing in Detroit.
I finally found my list of amusing Aspects: I'll put it in Zoe's profile (just in case Sasha wants a look).
Ugh, sorry not to get things started gang. My creative juices are having trouble due to me being extremely sick. We'll see if I start it today (I intend to but I'd hate to lie again).
Hope you feel better soon.
My brain has been fried for a bit but hopefully once I stop running my RL game I'll get back to firing on all cylinders.
Take all the time you need to recover. I'm eager to play the game, but I know it will be all the better if you're thinking clearly.
EDITORIAL NOTE: I intended for that to seem more sympathetic and less selfish than it actually came out.
Okay, now that I am more familiar with the rules again. It looks like instead of using my magic in a maneuver to give them the STUNNED aspect (which I could only tag for a compel once without spending fate points), it would be better to build it as a single target Block:4 against all actions for 2 exchanges. That is unless I am misunderstanding the nature of temporary aspects.
That being said, is there anything you would want me to change about this Rote
(Name could definitely use work)
Eddies typical first response to an attack by the unknown. A quick electrical shock without the amperage behind it to cause any lasting harm. Generally only the very tough or very determined are able to ignore the pain inflicted.
Type: Lightning evocation offensive block
Power: 4 shifts
Control: Rote, Roll Discipline plus focus as attack roll
Target: One target in line-of-sight, blocking all actions
Duration: Two exchanges
Opposed By: Targets Endurance or Discipline skill
What's this?!?!?
WILD GAMEPLAY APPEARED!!
Game is on.
I've never asked, but do you have a __-person perspective preference for posting? I know I have an easier time making a characters personality come through, through first.
I have no real preference. I tend to post DM stuff in second person and personal stuff in third but feel free to use first if you like.
You certainly have put me in an interesting situation. I can't wait to see what interpretation of my trouble could have led to this.
Sorry trying not to let my actions descend straight into a fight, especially against these scary blokes.
Quick, Cutemode! Sasha starts batting the ring around and purring, rolls onto her back and presents her tummy for petting (the ultimate move in kitty distraction).
I.... did not see this coming for some reason. I have no idea what to do... this will take consideration.
Quick, Cutemode! Sasha starts batting the ring around and purring, rolls onto her back and presents her tummy for petting (the ultimate move in kitty distraction).
[IC]Unfortunately when I do this people run away screaming... to be a cute kitty[/IC] ;p
So I've been thinking recently about how many awesome character types you can make using the Dresden Files system, and I came up with so many cool ideas I couldn't resist
Trouble: THEY'RE AFTER ME GOLD!
Other Aspects: CHECK HER OUT, CAN'T RESIST A CHALLENGE, THE RULES DON'T MATTER I'M RICH
Important Skills/Stunts/Powers: Resources, Pilot, Driving. Max needs the money to get his jetskis, cessnas and ferraris, and the skills to be amazing in them. Something to increase his resources even further with regards to fun items.
Quote: "What? Look, if you don't like it, you drive. Oh wait, you drive a station wagon. So shut up and let me do whatever the hell I want in my Benz ok? If I wreck it we'll just go pick up the Mercedes."
Trouble: SOMETIMES A LITTLE IS NOT ENOUGH
Other Aspects: I MAKE THIS LOOK GOOD, WAIT I HAVE A CONTRACT?, BANDMATES UNITE!
Important Skills/Stunts/Powers: Perform, Empathy, Deceit. Jack is only as good as his playing and his ability to convince the fans they're important to him.
Quote: "I took four girls to my trailer last night and I'm still Hungry. You really want to cross me right now?"
Trouble: OH COME ON, I'M TRYING TO RELAX
Other Aspects: MY FAVORITE LEATHER JACKET, I LOVE TO FLY, WHAT WAS THAT? I WAS DISTRACTED
Important Skills/Stunts/Powers: Deceit, Athletics, Fists. David is a fairly typical teenage athlete, running, lying and occasionally fighting (just don't tell anyone he flies too). Wings and Claws for his razor-sharp wings. Feeding Dependency for fresh meat, affecting his Inhuman Speed. Maybe Inhuman Toughness with a Cold Iron catch later on.
Quote: "Is it bad that I'd really rather fly to the store than drive? Driving means I have to pull out the keys and fiddle with the radio and worry about other people. Ok yeah, I can't get seen when I fly but..."
Trouble: DON'T PISS ME OFF, OR YOU'RE LITERALLY DEAD
Other Aspects: TOO FAMOUS FOR LOW-KEY, I NEED A DRINK, CRAPPY LOVE LIFE
Important Skills/Stunts/Powers: Might, Fists, Athletics. Vincent can practically toss cars when he gets the steam in him, and he was a fighter even before the accident. Inhuman Toughness and Strength with Feeding Dependency. Stunt to increase Might for breaking or throwing things.
Quote: "I know I can't do this forever. I've heard there's programs for people like me. Fellowship of St. Giles or some such, but I want to at least finish out a season or two. Who says I have to just give up because that dude went crazy and bit me? I can control the hunger for awhile. I'll be fine."
What about you guys? What other characters have you thought of that you haven't gotten to play?
So I've been thinking recently about how many awesome character types you can make using the Dresden Files system, and I came up with so many cool ideas I couldn't resist
Jackie Strings, White Court Rock God
I have a player as Mike Stand - a rock god who outplayed a bunch of ghouls!?!
I've had the idea for an Ursanthrope. Using the Lycanthrope template, but with a bear as his spirit animal. However, bears don't have the same ties to the moon that wolves do, so in order to go balls-to-the-wall crazy, he has to ingest a large amount of honey. Best way to get that honey? Mead! Basically a modern day Bear-sarker!
Traits might include BEAR NECESSITIES, WAKE ME WHEN I'M DRUNK
High skills would have to be Might, Endurance, and Weapons
Haha... that sounds awesome
I am here, I just don't want to walk in and complicate Simon's show before he gets to a good point. Simon, just tell me when you are ready for me to show up story-wise.
Feel free to arrive any time... past what I've just posted, there doesn't seem to be much more Simon can do for her alone.
Holy cow, could I roll any worse? I don't think I have rolled positive all game!
For those of you who didn't already participate and may be interested:
So Zoe is officially the worlds worst liar. ;o
Worst? No. Back in post 7 I rolled a deceit of -3
Good to know together we can become the best criminals ever. :)
How does being the worst liars make us the best criminals?
I believe that was the elusive beast sarcasm Tesla :P
Hey guys, a friend of mine got a surprise military leave and between that and work I've been swamped. However, last night I took the really quick route down some stairs (I.e. I fell) and thus wotk has become a non-issue for at least a day or two, so i will be updating later today.
Wow, sorry for the fall (nothing too serious - I hope); although hope you had a good time with your friend. I know wen my best mate comes up North that week for me usually passes in an alcohol haze. :)
I will be out of pocket for several hours while travelling to the Phillipines. I have no idea how long it will take me to get an internet connection set up in the hotel...or if it is possible. Please bot me if you feel it is appropriate, I will be in touch as soon as possible.
Sorry, my 'Is anyone else there?' question was meant in-character to Ryuko, not to the rest of the PC's. I have a good way of hooking up with you soon [let's just say Zoe isn't too happy about transforming and needs to talk :) ].
Sorry, Blair/Zeta for interrupting your/the quest.
Yay, Heinlein is awesome even if I don't agree with his politics/social commentary.
Agreed. He is a fruit. It was good reading when I was younger though to really open my eyes to alternative patterns of thought and behavior.
And he did write Starship Troopers...which is still awesome.
Speaking of which, sorry for taking yours Zoe. I certainly am paying for that now.
Any idea if Ryuko is coming back? His lull was over two weeks ago and Eddie is kind of at his mercy.
That's fine Eddie, if we could have worked a way for us both to have carried on we would have.
He said in another thread:
So I'm off work all weekend cuz my appendix may explode (In which case I can no longer garantee games).
Well it may be that, or it may be a GI tract infection, which is painful but relatively harmless. We'll see after the weekend.
So I wished him the best of health.
Any way Eddie you could always give Zoe a call and maybe we all get together, which might be easier/straight-forward?
Wow, this campaign exploded. I'll be putting up a big post here in the next few hours, didn't realize you guys were going here, I haven't checked in a bit.
So... how much has Zoe told Simon about her demon?
I think not about the demon specifically, at least not before now...
Just like she has kept the transformations close to her chest.
Going to a gaming convention, in a couple of hours. I'll probably have no internet, but I'll be back Sunday evening (GMT).
Going to a gaming convention, in a couple of hours. I'll probably have no internet, but I'll be back Sunday evening (GMT).
You weren't at UK Games Expo, were you?
Yes, @ Birmingham. Grabbed loads of games, did you attend?
Unfortunately it was short notice so I didn't RP.
I did! I only played three games of PFS myself.
I wasn't as impressed by the trade hall this year as I have been previously, though I did manage to bag myself a set of pre-painted metal minis for a very reasonable price (including two which are very specifically not an illithid and a beholder... honest.)
It was my first time there, though my friends are regulars. Unfortunately not sure about the NEC next year. All the traders are in 1 hall, so it might be a bit impersonal. But hopefully I will be there then.
I'm going to miss the masonic hall; the lack of windows and poor air conditioning might make it a little uncomfortable in the weather we've had the last few years, but the building's got a lot of character to it.
Are you planning on attending any other cons? My next is PaizoconUK.
Ryuko, any suggestions on wards? I want Blair to set up one that will essentially ground out any magical energies that leak up against it...sort of like a lightning rod/wire cage...grounded out to the earth. So its like a veil, but it veils magic by leaching out any magic that gets within an inch or so of it.
Sounds like a simple enough block on magic for a long amount of time. Since blocks last all scene (which I interpreted as 15 minutes) and this place has no threshold, thus not allowing an area to ground past sunrise, that'll be about a day, which is 5 shifts up on the time chart from 15 minutes, so the wards complexity will be the strength of it's block + 5.
I will look at the rules and make the roll when I get home.
I'm going to miss the masonic hall; the lack of windows and poor air conditioning might make it a little uncomfortable in the weather we've had the last few years, but the building's got a lot of character to it.
Are you planning on attending any other cons? My next is PaizoconUK.
Probably not on the Con front, where is PaizoconUK held? 1 or 2 days?
Probably not on the Con front, where is PaizoconUK held? 1 or 2 days?
2 days, in Birmingham. With a Balti on the Friday night before the con.
Unfortunately, I think with the Olympics, Games Expo & a festival; I don't think I'll be able to afford it or find anyone to go with me. At least not before October, although hopefully next year!
Never actually played PF (or anything past 2nd Ed)!
I'm sorry guys, but a post by a friend in another game made me realize something. I began games I really didn't have time for because I was excited for them, and now I have even less time than I did. I apologize to all of you for getting you into it and interested and you were all great players that I would love the chance to play with again, but thanks to certain things in my real life I will be cancelling several of my projects and limiting myself down to only a few games so as to avoid wasting anyone's time with games that simply limp along.
I appreciate those of you who would have stuck with me. Thank you all for your time and attention.
Happy Gaming everyone.