GM Frost's A Level 1-5 Adventure of PFS (2E) Escapades

Game Master Frozen Frost

I'm seeking players who are enthusiastic about joining me to embark on a journey with brand-new PFS-legal characters for Pathfinder 2nd Edition. Our goal is to progress together from levels 1 to 5 by participating in PFS bounties, quests, and scenarios, all of which have Repeatable tags. Below is the list of the specific games we'll engage in if you're selected to join us.

Level 1
B02 Blood of the Beautiful (1 XP)
B05 Witch's Winter Holiday (1 XP)
B06 The Road from Otari (1 XP)
B08 The Tireless Path (1 XP)
B09 Fishing in Anthusis (1 XP)
B10 Hillcross Roundup (1 XP)
B13 The Blackwood Abundance (1 XP)
B15 Treasure off the Coast (1 XP)
S02-11 The Pathfinder Trials (4 XP)

Level 2
S99-01 The Second Confirmation (4 XP)
S99-02 United in Purpose (4 XP)
S03-01 Intro: Year of Shattered Sanctuaries (4 XP)

Level 3
S04-01 Intro: Year of Boundless Wonder (4 XP)
S01-06 Lost on the Spirit Road (4 XP)
Q14 The Swordlord's Challenge (2 XP)
B18 From Family Lost (1 XP)
B19 Grim Tidings (1 XP)

Level 4
S05-01 Intro: Year of Unfettered Exploration (4 XP)
S01-14 Lions of Katapesh (4 XP)
S01-23 The Star-Crossed Court (4 XP)

Level 5
S02-06 The Crashing Wave (4 XP)
S03-13 The Guardian's Covenant (4 XP)
S04-07 A Most Wondrous Exchange! (4 XP)

We will utilize the following tools for various aspects of our campaign:
The RPG Chronicles website will serve as the platform for the Sign-Up Sheet.
Google Sheets will be used for managing Character Info and Macros.
Google Slides will be employed for displaying Maps during gameplay.

If this piques your interest, please post your intent below along with details about the character you intend to play with the group. The recruitment process will conclude by August 31, 2023, at which point player selections will be made considering the party composition. New players are welcome to join!

How hard is it to get started in PFS?

I'm interested, I will bring a cleric.

How hard is it to get started in PFS?

Fairly easy, you just need an Organized Play number as a player and a registered PFS-legal character to start. You can begin from here to give you an idea about PFS: Pathfinder Society - Getting Started

You may also want to check Pathfinder Society (Second Edition) Guide to Organized Play and read contents under Getting Started tab to know more about Organized Play, and Players tab so that you can begin creating PFS-legal character of your own or can start playing using pregen characters in Community Use Package: PF2E Iconics Pregenerated Characters.

I'm interested also. I have a flail and board fighter that I'd like to try out. I'm still new to PF2 and PFS (3 games played) so these games are all new to me, although I have signed up for S04-01 in Gameday XII.

I’m interested. Would bring a gnome sorcerer or an halfling witch, up to the party.

Frost,
Is this a GM rotation or are you planing to run all of these scenarios?

Throwing my hat in either way.

Planning on bringing Hanu if selected, a Vanara Perfection Seeker Kineticist whose worship of Arundhat has exposed him to the Dual Gate of Air and Wood!

Frost,

Is this a GM rotation or are you planing to run all of these scenarios?

I will be running all of them from level 1 to, hopefully, level 5.

I am highly interested!!

This is my PFS character I am almost to level 2 with -- you can use to check my posting history with for PFS.

I would love to play a dwarf monk or alchemist. Monk if there is no party tank--alchemist otherwise.

Given the new AP, my already huge love for dwarves is increasing.

I have an Elven Rogue (skill monkey) that can begin. (I've built the rogue, but not given them a PFS # yet.)

Well, this surely sounds interesting! I'd like to bring a gnomish bard from lastwall for it, sounds like an interesting way get him to grow properly.

This sounds great! I'd love to bring a human Precision Ranger and his rather unsettling animal companion (building toward an Unseen Companion at higher levels).

I am both intrigued and interested. I haven't played much PFS2e, although, I am quite familiar with the setting.

Explore! Co-operate and Report!

I will research a bit and try to come up with something Pathfinder-ry!

Thank you for running!

EDIT!

Ok. Just (re)read the PFS2e Player's Organized Play link. Thank you for the ease of reference.

It appears that Ancestry options have opened up quite a bit and all Classes are viable?

I have two considerations that I will trim to PFS Legal.

1. Otani Yoshitsugu Tengu Oracle(?)
2. Abbott and Costello Kobold Summoner

Both are in my Alias pages, although the Tengu was for a PF1e recruitment.

I will research the Tengu build for PF2e and see if I can build him. Fun times!

I would love to join. Are you picking only by prospective characters presented now or looking at past posts/playstyle/etc?

I can create a new character quickly enough, but given the opportunity here I'll give it some serious thought before committing to one. I tend to favor "the wizard/mage" (in many different flavors) but I'm ultimately flexible and might even try something new/challenging.

I can throw out one possible candidate, which is that my next character was going to be a Grippli cook named Moist Definitely (still mulling over classes). He proudly hands you his latest pastry creation and then... Sorry it's a little wet.

@GM Frost, just a suggestion as I'm planning to do a similar thing. That is, run a series of repeatable games in sequence.

I did not open the invitation to everyone, rather - I personally invited guys who I know can and will post everyday, and whose interest can be sustained over a long period of time. That's especially important since PBP games run for far longer/slower than face-to-face/VTT versions. Durability and ability to fulfill a commitment are probably the qualities you should be looking for.

Sorry for the unsolicited advice. But I admire your effort and understand your intention. I'd like to see you succeed.

After some fun touring on AoN, my Tengu Oracle (Battle) should actually work.

I will write him up PFS2e Legal this week.

@Xyntryx

Frost has GMed for probably 75% of the active players here on the boards for the last couple years!

=)

@Rainzax,

GM Tiger told me he was very prolific in running games, and quite good too. I've played under him a few times as well and enjoy his style of running.

Guys like him and Tiger have made my venture from F2F games to PBP (and migration from DnD) quite pleasant.

Frost has GMed for probably 75% of the active players here on the boards for the last couple years!

Thank you for this, but I still can't and would not be able to beat GM Tiger in the sheer number of games he has run here since I played the system for almost three years. XD

I would love to join. Are you picking only by prospective characters presented now or looking at past posts/playstyle/etc?

Both are considered. Hopefully, this will allow me to create a well-rounded and engaging group that will contribute to an enjoyable gaming experience for everyone involved.

@GM Frost, just a suggestion as I'm planning to do a similar thing. That is, run a series of repeatable games in sequence.

I did not open the invitation to everyone, rather - I personally invited guys who I know can and will post everyday, and whose interest can be sustained over a long period of time. That's especially important since PBP games run for far longer/slower than face-to-face/VTT versions. Durability and ability to fulfill a commitment are probably the qualities you should be looking for.

Sorry for the unsolicited advice. But I admire your effort and understand your intention. I'd like to see you succeed.

I appreciate your advice. My selection process will rely on my familiarity with individuals I've engaged with on these Forums, as I've had the chance to interact with the majority of them. Additionally, I'm looking forward to introducing new players to the system. Realistically, I understand that not all the chosen players might be able to participate throughout the entirety due to life's commitments, etc. Should the need arise, I can always reopen recruitment to ensure the game's continuity.

If the selection hasn't been finalized yet I wouldn't mind tossing my hat in the ring with a halfling fighter of sorts.

Admittedly I've never really done anything with PFS before (back when I first looked into it years ago in 1e it seemed to be pretty much entirely 'in person' stuff and I kinda live in the middle of nowhere) and I'm still getting a bit of a feel for 2e.

rainzax wrote:

Frost,

Is this a GM rotation or are you planing to run all of these scenarios?

I will be running all of them from level 1 to, hopefully, level 5.

and people say I'm crazy for the sheer number of games I run at a time? :)

Applications to Date

Xyntryx @ a cleric
Brenael @ flail and board fighter
Nob Cutton @ gnome sorcerer or an halfling witch
rainzax @ "Hanu" (Vanara Kineticist)
Studley Brightblade @ dwarf monk or alchemist
Ira kroll @ Elven Rogue (skill monkey)
- Ed - @ gnomish bard from lastwall
GM Mjolbeard @ human Precision Ranger and his rather unsettling animal companion
Dorian 'Grey' @ "Ōtani Yoshitsugu" Tengu Oracle (Battle)
GM PaleDim @ Grippli cook named Moist Definitely
Arlyn Booker @ "Ameli Hearthscale" (halfling fighter)

Lemme know if I missed / misrepresented you / your character, and/or if you have a link!

Lemme know if I missed / misrepresented you / your character, and/or if you have a link!

Sure can do! https://pathbuilder2e.com/launch.html?build=504516

How do you feel about a conrasu wood kineticist who... may resemble a leshy for a while? (I need some points)

GM Frost wrote:

rainzax wrote:

Frost,

Is this a GM rotation or are you planing to run all of these scenarios?

I will be running all of them from level 1 to, hopefully, level 5.

and people say I'm crazy for the sheer number of games I run at a time? :)

They're successive, not at the same time!

This will be Dorian Grey's submission.

Any questions, comments corrections are welcomed.

Thank you!

EDIT

Although, I am having doubts as to his survivability...lol.

How do you feel about a conrasu wood kineticist who... may resemble a leshy for a while? (I need some points)

GM Tiger wrote:

GM Frost wrote:

rainzax wrote:

Frost,

Is this a GM rotation or are you planing to run all of these scenarios?

I will be running all of them from level 1 to, hopefully, level 5.

and people say I'm crazy for the sheer number of games I run at a time? :)

They're successive, not at the same time!

I understand that -- that's still a lot of games (esp considering the bounties will last 2-3 weeks at most). :)

Sometime next week I'll force myself to decide on Moist's class. Leaning towards thaumaturge, psychic, or kineticist.

Lemme know if I missed / misrepresented you / your character, and/or if you have a link!

Here are my two possibilities.

* Olegaro, human fighter
* Eliadyr, elven magus

I'm interested. Since this will be a brand new character I'm open to party composition.

Yes, good plan miteke.

As my main character is tanking as a paladin, I have no problem embracing that role as a monk. If someone else is tanky, may be sliding to an alchemist. Both classes can be a little grumpy (dwarvish) :-).

01: Player name: GM Panic
02: Character name: Lady Alya De-Qill
03: PFS#: 27215-2
04: Faction: Sovereign Court
05: Race,Class and Level: Elf Investigator - Psychic Detective [L3]
06: Day Job: Profession(Law Enforcement): [1d20+8] 22GP
07: PP 6/6 [0][+2][+2][+2][+2]
08: EX 7 = L3 [2+2+1+1+1]
09: [Sovereign Court: 8]
10: [Fame: 8]

miteke wrote:

I'm interested. Since this will be a brand new character I'm open to party composition.

Yes, good plan miteke.

As my main character is tanking as a paladin, I have no problem embracing that role as a monk. If someone else is tanky, may be sliding to an alchemist. Both classes can be a little grumpy (dwarvish) :-).

My plan for Ameli is basically a quick melee skirmisher (basically grabbing some mobility options from skill/general/ancestry feats and being a general flanking nuisance to enemies), with a bit of social/face stuff on the side if needed.

Question. What do you do if a new player character dies at level 2 or level 3, etc? A old player has multiple characters, so if he/she loses a character at say level 2, 28 xp, I'm sure the veteran player has another character with almost the exact same xp within 4 xp or so he/she can bring in to continue the adventure. I know you don't plan on killing a new player character, but is someone is new to PFS, it is possible they might only have 1 character. They can plan a pregen, but pregens are available at levels 1, 3 and 5 so a possibility even that can be off. Say the new person brings in a barbarian, who is melee. Well, you're not going to make the monsters run out of melee to attack the wizard 40 feet away just to save the new guy, it wouldn't make sense. If the monster crits the new barbarian for almost max crit damage, it is beyond your control. Just asking out of possibility.

Also, I forgot to ask, what exactly are you looking for? I don't see anyone writing long backstories, and people usually do in recruitments like this, but I'm sure good roleplay is a must. Unless you're just looking for a balanced party or doing this randomly/lottery.

Question. What do you do if a new player character dies at level 2 or level 3, etc?...

I haven't had a game with a PC dead so far in PFS. If it is a new player, it is up to them if they wish to continue or if they are willing to make a new character for the next game. These games will be run in Society Mode so rules of Organized Play will be followed and any adjustment needed will be done accordingly.

Also, I forgot to ask, what exactly are you looking for? I don't see anyone writing long backstories, and people usually do in recruitments like this, but I'm sure good roleplay is a must. Unless you're just looking for a balanced party or doing this randomly/lottery.

This is just a usual PFS recruitment in which the GM wants to just have a solid group to play, with GM preference for party composition.

Applications to Date (v 2.0)

Xyntryx @ a cleric
Brenael @ "Olegaro" human fighter or "Eliadyr" elven magus
Nob Cutton @ gnome sorcerer or an halfling witch
rainzax @ "Hanu" (Vanara Kineticist)
Studley Brightblade @ dwarf monk or alchemist
Ira kroll @ "Ruvyn" Elven Rogue (skill monkey)
- Ed - @ gnomish bard from lastwall
GM Mjolbeard @ human Precision Ranger and his rather unsettling animal companion
Dorian 'Grey' @ "Ōtani Yoshitsugu" Tengu Oracle (Battle)
GM PaleDim @ Grippli cook named "Moist Definitely" leaning towards thaumaturge, psychic, or kineticist
Arlyn Booker @ "Ameli Hearthscale" (halfling fighter)
miteke @ ???
GM Panic @ "Lady Alya De Qill" (Posted to wrong recruitment?!?)
DoubleGold @ ???

Lemme know if I missed / misrepresented you / your character, and/or if you have a link!

Bringing in this guy, an Android Mosquito Witch Believer.

(I've played more with you on Discord as Arthog)

I'd certainly be interested; while I have played a good number of scenarios I have not done many bounties... mostly because of the lack of time to build relationships with other characters in that short format. Doing a bunch of bounties with a single group would be a great way to experience them.

Character-wise, I'd propose the Tengu Storm Druid Ratisk:
https://pathbuilder2e.com/launch.html?build=509732

I am closing this Recruitment today to give myself the remaining week as my time to choose among the interested players summarized by rainzax (thank you!).

Chosen players will be sent a private message on or before August 31st. I appreciate the interest from all of you. Regrettably, I may not be able to accommodate everyone, but I believe that you will able to join other enjoyable games within the Forums.

Recruitment is closed.

This is the PFS2e version.

Thank you.

Thanks GM Frost, and good luck to all applicants!

I am closing this Recruitment today to give myself the remaining week as my time to choose among the interested players summarized by rainzax (thank you!).

Chosen players will be sent a private message on or before August 31st. I appreciate the interest from all of you. Regrettably, I may not be able to accommodate everyone, but I believe that you will able to join other enjoyable games within the Forums.

Recruitment is closed.

When is the latest I should choose my class and complete a profile to not make it hard on you (or make my entry too easy to dismiss :P)

I could probably finalize tonight or tomorrow night?

I wouldn't be surprised if he made 2 tables. To those who get in, have fun.

Whoops. I read the 31st in the original post and didn't notice the "will conclude by" part. Thought I had another day or two to think about a character (possibly basing one on Vi from Arcane/LoL - but is she a barbarian, a monk, or an inventor?).

But that's totally okay - I've played half the bounties/quests and all but one of the scenarios (several of them two or three times already). And just picked up five pbp scenarios in the upcoming 'gameday', cause I'm apparently crazy.

That said, the idea of a consistent team for a long run sounds wonderful - kudos for committing to that and I hope it goes smashingly!!!

Dotting due to absolute interest. Seasoned RPGer but new to Pathfinder (both 1e and 2e). See this as a great way to learn the crunch.

I'll be picking something quite vanilla therefore - human/half-elf and a rogue or fighter.

I'll have a character prepped ahead of the deadline for sure.

EDIT...just spotted that recruitment is closed. Looks like I'll craft a new character now and wait for the next opportunity :(

@rainbow33,

New to the community or not, a good place to chase games is HERE. If you "dot and delete" the Gameplay thread to put it on your dashboard, you can scope prospective games via the Recruitment tab, and ask anybody anything in the Discussion tab.

Cheers!

@rainbow33,

New to the community or not, a good place to chase games is HERE. If you "dot and delete" the Gameplay thread to put it on your dashboard, you can scope prospective games via the Recruitment tab, and ask anybody anything in the Discussion tab.

Cheers!

Appreciate the tip - thanks :)

Hey there GM Frost!

I know we're getting to the end of the recruitment period here, so I wanted to let you have access to my character sheet!

Ihal al-Hayid

Good luck to all the other players under consideration, and thanks for setting these games up, GM Frost!