Apparently, Bronwyn is very small, especially in comparison to Vol.
Bronwyn insists she’s three feet tall. She isn’t. So that’s a pretty good representation of their respective sizes as I understand them :D
I am amused how quickly the conversation with Rahlmaat got into deep philosophical questions. :D
I have been following along these last few days to see how the meet-and-greets have progressed. There seem to be a few interactions that others are waiting on and I just wanted to offer a friendly reminder those were awaiting replies.
There is one specific stalled interaction that is my partially my fault and I will be amending that shortly with a gentle nudge.
I *was* about to ask what everyone was waiting on...
I *was* about to ask what everyone was waiting on...
I, personally, have been waiting in the background on something to reply to since it was my intention to be as hands-off as possible with these initial interactions so as to not stifle creativity and the forging of bonds between the PCs. From here on out I will be giving small nudges to make sure that things proceed at a smoother pace. Hopefully that doesn't make me come off as me being pushy; I just want to keep the game going so that we can get the story moving along. It is my hope that a few gentle nudges here and there can get this moving along again at the same pace it was in the first few weeks.
It might also be that it's summer vacation season. It's the time a lot of people's availability can be limited.
I'm still around, just waiting to see if Kiya or Volgroruth have anything to say in response to my last post.
I was waiting to see if Volgoruth would respond to my appearance but I'll make a post anyway later today.
I was waiting to see if Volgoruth would respond to my appearance but I'll make a post anyway later today.
Heh, I was actually waiting to see if you would reply first, but I'll do so now.
Sorry for the delay, guys. I was out of town and then got sick on my return. I'll try to post tonight... tomorrow at the latest.
Ooof, it's always rough when you get home and immediately get sick. Hope you're feeling better!
Thanks. I'm doing OK... not nearly 100% but definitely not dragging ass like I was before.
Getting sick immediately after getting home is never fun. I've been to a few conventions over the years where I ended up contracting something and ended up feeling awful the very day. Here's hoping that your recovery is swift!
I am not going to lie: I find A.R.S.E. to be a hell of an acronym and it gave me a nice chuckle. Things are certainly colorful with this group!
So it seems one group is walking and talking along the way to Limbo, while the other is finishing up their introductions. Just letting everyone know that I am still reading along and waiting for my chance to reply.
Since it seems both groups are on the move now, is everyone ready for things to proceed or would you all like a little more time to interact with each other in your respective groups?
I'd be fine with the groups meeting.
I'm ready for things to proceed.
I'm good with 'whatever is next' happening.
Had to make one last post, responding to Kiya. Am good now.
Paizo had Kytons in 1e but changed their name to Velstrac in 2e so I'm not sure if Kiya and Daisy should be able to recognise the term.
But yeah I'm good to continue on.
Paizo had Kytons in 1e but changed their name to Velstrac in 2e so I'm not sure if Kiya and Daisy should be able to recognise the term.
But yeah I'm good to continue on.
I saw that, but it also appears that Kyton is an acceptable, and even flattering term. They apparently don't go out of their way to correct mortals who use it.
I was considering using Velstrac myself, but I realized not everybody might be aware of that change. Also, in game, we're all from different worlds/realms so Kyton might be more recognizable. I say if it makes sense for Kiya/Daisy to know what a Kyton is, they should!
Bronwyn wouldn't recognize either term. Eora doesn't have a hell or heaven and the gods are just ascended ancients. "Demons" aren't really a thing, let alone Kytons.
I'm ok with everyone meeting, and not having to remember spoiler tags. :P
Very well, then I shall make a post progressing things!
I apologize for my absence yesterday; we had to pull doubles at work and my grandmother needed a ride to her cardiologist early in the morning, so I had to turn in as soon as I got back.
Is Rahlmaat currently in her sphinx form? Or a humanoid form?
Rahlmaat is currently in sphinx form.
Isn't *all* spoken language translated into a form that the listeners can understand on Kisarta? So it doesn't matter which language is being spoken, everyone could understand?
Isn't *all* spoken language translated into a form that the listeners can understand on Kisarta? So it doesn't matter which language is being spoken, everyone could understand?
All spoken language is interpreted through the listener's native language, although the sound of the words may still be foreign.
Think of it like the example I used in the recruitment: a German knight from Earth might hail an Osirion priest from Golarion with the words "Guten tag!" The words would still come out exactly as spoken and would sound as much to the ear, but they would be interpreted in the Osirion priests's native Common. It can be a bit difficult to wrap one's head around, to be sure.
I understand that spoilering different languages is a hard habit to break, however, and so I haven't chosen to step in.
I only spoilered the <3 to be cute.
I understand that spoilering different languages is a hard habit to break, however, and so I haven't chosen to step in.
Vol hasn't figured that out yet. Unless you want me to use metagame knowledge?
LOL. I thought it was cute!
But also, since sign isn't auto-translated, our spoilers for Drow are legit. Only my Draconic spoiler was unnecessary. I thought about doing it both as a spoiler and as what everyone would hear in their 'home' language... but that looked even more confusing when I drafted it.
Since Drow Sign isn't auto translated, could I make a linguistics check to decipher it? Vol speaks both Drow and Undercommon.
For those of you who haven't played Pillars of Eternity, there is a running gag where Edér repeatedly tries to pet anything fuzzy, including orlans (Bronwyn's race). I don't think he'd balk at a sphinx.
I am greatly enjoying these interactions in the gameplay thread!
Since Drow Sign isn't auto translated, could I make a linguistics check to decipher it? Vol speaks both Drow and Undercommon.
I believe that is something you can do anyway, although I will allow it even if it technically isn't.
All spoken language is interpreted through the listener's native language, although the sound of the words may still be foreign.
Think of it like the example I used in the recruitment: a German knight from Earth might hail an Osirion priest from Golarion with the words "Guten tag!" The words would still come out exactly as spoken and would sound as much to the ear, but they would be interpreted in the Osirion priests's native Common. It can be a bit difficult to wrap one's head around, to be sure.
If that's how it works Rahlmaat could probably do a linguistics check to recognise Kiya's Gebbite language/accent. I don't think anyone else would have a chance of recognising it.
I will probably give this a few more days to play out and then get things moving along in earnest. Does that sound amenable to everyone?
Sounds good.
It seems like a few people want to explore the mausoleum. Is everyone down for that?
Sure.
Yep
I'm like 99% positive Rahl is always up for anything that lets her learn more, LOL
I too am okay with some exploring!
Bronwyn doesn’t mind exploring, although she’ll get off Vol’s shoulder and head for the back of the group. As far as she’s concerned mausoleums = 100% chance of being attacked by undead, cultists, or both.
Rahlmaat is pretty much always in favor of indulging her curiosity, yes. :D
Yas! ;)
Excellent! Then you may proceed in gameplay. I already have the relevant material created and on-hand for whatever you may find inside.
I've noticed scouting can be controversial. My thought is Bronwyn can cast Message to communicate with everyone, take 10 on Stealth for a 32, and stay about 60 feet in front of the party. (Close enough to run back in a single round if need be, far enough to potentially see ambushes before the party blunders into them.) She can also cast Invisibility on herself if things look hairy.
If that feels too much like splitting the party she can save scouting for special occasions.
I've got no problems with scouting or splitting the party when it makes sense. Dancing out on the hairy edge is fun.
I think a lot of the issues with scouting are lessened by this being a play-by-post (splitting the party isn't as much of a logistical problem from an ease-of-gameplay perspective).
It doesn't reduce the risk, but scouting would be boring with *no* risk. :D