Hello, everyone! Welcome to the game. Before we officially begin, I'd like to go over a few important instructions that will ensure a smooth and enjoyable experience for all:
1. Please sign up for the game on the provided Sign-Up Sheet (linked above) and enter the essential information your GM needs for your Chronicle: Player Name, Character Name, Organized Play Number, Character Number, among others. We will use the RPG Chronicles website for this purpose.
2. We will be using Google Slides for Slides and Encounter Maps. Please take a moment to fill out the required information on page 2 of Slides and Encounter Maps (linked above) for character and minion tokens, and marching order. Additionally, we will use Google Sheets for Macros. Make sure to update the Macros (linked above) on any available Sheet between Player 1 to Player 6 for your character’s basic information, core stats, and skill modifiers. This will help us start the game promptly.
3. To facilitate easy reference, ensure your character's stat block/header includes the following information: Hit Points (HP), Armor Class (AC), Saving Throws (Fortitude, Reflex, and Will), Perception bonus, and Speed.
4. If you need area templates (burst, cone, emanation, line) for your spell or aura, they can be found on pages 3 to 7 of the Slides mentioned earlier. You can copy and paste them onto the Encounter Map (linked in the initiative tracker during combat/encounter). These templates are already adjusted for the Encounter Map we will use, so no resizing is necessary. They are also available under my alias GM Frost as Area Templates.
5. Please be active in the game and make a post at least once every day, and once on weekends. As per the Organized Play Foundation Community Standards and Expectations, we adhere to the principle of "Explore, Report, Cooperate." Therefore, any non-consensual character-versus-character conflict is strictly prohibited. Before including fellow PCs in damaging effects, players must obtain their consent. Violating this rule may result in Infamy points and potential consequences for your character's playability. This rule does not apply in situations where a character is under the control of an NPC and forced to attack a fellow Pathfinder.
6. During combat, I will roll everyone’s initiative checks and we will use a block initiative system. PCs in the active block can post their actions, which I will usually resolve in the order they are posted. Players can choose to delay their actions until after another character has acted. For secret checks like Recall Knowledge, Seek, Hide, and others, I'll roll them behind the GM Screen. Please avoid looking at the GM Screen. Players will roll saving throws.
7. To make things clearer during Encounter Mode, please use the following symbols when labeling your actions on your post: ◆ for a single action, ◆◆ for a two-action activity, ◆◆◆ for a three-action activity, ↺ for a reaction, and ◇ for a free action.
8. To ensure that everyone feels comfortable and safe throughout our adventure, we’ll be using a safety tool called the X-Card to help maintain a positive gaming environment. The X-Card is a way for you to indicate if there's content in the game that makes you uncomfortable or if you need to address sensitive topics. If, at any point during the game, you encounter something that you'd like to change or address, you can: (a) simply include the phrase '[X-Card]' in your post, and I'll address it promptly; or (b) if you'd like to discuss it privately, feel free to send me a private message here on the Forums.
9. In play-by-post (PbP) games, regular posting keeps the game flowing smoothly. If you're unable to post for any reason, simply let us know, even if it's just to say you're unable to contribute at the moment. However, real-life obligations always take precedence. If you anticipate a prolonged absence, please inform us in advance. While I prefer not to "bot" or control your character in your absence, providing botting instructions can help keep the game moving in your absence.
10. Above all, remember that the goal is to have fun and enjoy the game together! :)
Thank you, and let's embark on this exciting adventure!
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Agate Stark reporting for duty. I am relatively new to PF 2E, but I've played PF 1E for over a decade, including a lot of PBP games as player and GM. I've been playing RPGs since they were invented back in the 1970s.
I will work on completing the tasks listed above regarding the Slides and PC header. I have one thing yet to include in the PC profile: the details of her construct companion. Should have that up later today or tomorrow.
This is the first game for this PC. Looking forward to playing.
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Actually, looking at party balance, I should probably ask: I've got two characters I can use for this, this and a melee-focused inventor. Either way, there'd be some redundancy, but if we wanna make sure we have a strong melee character, I could switch. What do the other players think? It wouldn't change APL.
I usually prefer a balanced party, but I also agree to Bramblespine to play whomever you like to play as.
Agate Stark reporting for duty. I am relatively new to PF 2E, but I've played PF 1E for over a decade, including a lot of PBP games as player and GM. I've been playing RPGs since they were invented back in the 1970s.
I will work on completing the tasks listed above regarding the Slides and PC header. I have one thing yet to include in the PC profile: the details of her construct companion. Should have that up later today or tomorrow.
This is the first game for this PC. Looking forward to playing.
Looking forward to playing with you too! If you have any questions, we have experienced players here who can help you out. With your experience in 1E, as well as playing and GMing PbP games, I'm confident that transitioning to 2E will be smooth for you.
On the other hand, I would like Wormcaller and Varde to complete the page 2 of Slides and fill up any of the available player sheets in Macros before we can start. If anyone has glyphs, this is your chance to distribute them for extra hero points.
I'd like to inform everyone that I will be unavailable from April 27th to 30th (UTC +8) for an out-of-town summer vacation. I will update the game when I get back by Wednesday earliest.
It looks like everyone begins with 2 hero points each. Neat!
That might be a fluke from my tracker. Has been persistent lately, I might need to review my tracker before I run more games. As long as there is no Dying condition, no need to worry about it, and I will fix it when I get the chance. On the phone right now.
It looks like I misinterpreted the rule for Incapacitation trait. It should be a Successful save (Dazzled for 1 round). I will adjust the result in my next post, including the effect of Ongoing Misery (making Dazzled for 2 rounds).
Is anyone carrying any light?
I think no on is carrying a light source.
We are close to the end of the quest, kindly check your info on the Sign-Up Sheet linked above. If you would like me to add your Downtime on the Chronicle, this is your chance to do so to post them below.
[dice=Crafting]1d20 +7
I think that's a failure. This is my first attempt at this in 2E. Let me know if there is anything else needed.
That is a failure, yes. That's all I need.
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Here are your chronicles. The game is also reported. Thank you so much for playing. The gamethread will remain active in a few days before it is archived.