Yeah, dropping him off there seems appropriate.
GM, I have a quick question. In my most recent backstory exposition for Rasmus, I added his Grandfather's Journal to his equipment list (for roleplaying purposes, no practical use). I also went into more detail about Rasmus' Grandfather's sword, which it was revealed is the sword he uses now. As I get more experience and money, I was going to try to improve my sword, bit by bit, and say Rasmus is probing the contents of the book and "unlocking" hidden secrets in the sword, but still realistically paying all the costs and everything.
Does this fit in with the style of the game, or would you prefer I stick with the normal style of upgrading (i.e. seeking out a craftsman or wizard or some such and paying them to improve the item)?
Whichever you pick would work for me, I was just wondering which would work best for the setting.
Also, I have a question. Based on Rasmus' encounters with the followers of Braal in his backstory, I'm assuming he'd be pretty unnerved by this possible resurfacing of a similar cult, but I don't really have any evidence to go on. Even if that's not what's really going on, I think Rasmus would think that it is. Is there anyone Rasmus would be able to talk to, using the proper diplomacy and social rolls, to try to investigate this?
Right now, I'd like to post, but I'm having trouble thinking of what Rasmus should do. He doesn't really know that much about the divine, that belongs to the clerics and druids, and he doesn't know much at all about magic and wizardry. He might know a thing or two from his time in the Salt Marshes, but based on his level, he probably wouldn't know much, just snippets he's heard from travelers.
If nothing else presents itself, he can just go to some taverns and start trawling for rumors about the situation, whatever you all think is best.
As I get more experience and money, I was going to try to improve my sword, bit by bit, and say Rasmus is probing the contents of the book and "unlocking" hidden secrets in the sword, but still realistically paying all the costs and everything.
I actually prefer this style of upgrading an item. It keeps the heirloom aspect of the item come alive. Bonding you and your grandfather by unlocking things from his past that ties to the present. Think legacy weapons.
Also, I have a question. Based on Rasmus' encounters with the followers of Braal in his backstory, I'm assuming he'd be pretty unnerved by this possible resurfacing of a similar cult, but I don't really have any evidence to go on. Even if that's not what's really going on, I think Rasmus would think that it is. Is there anyone Rasmus would be able to talk to, using the proper diplomacy and social rolls, to try to investigate this?
A common rumor of the town is that there is the rise of a Braal cult in the town. This would be something your character would have heard and hunting for more info on.
Okay, thank you!
Based on this information, Rasmus would definitely be interested in this, despite the spooky atmosphere. His one driving goal is to hunt down and destroy Elara and the other cultists of Braal to clear his name and restore honor to his family. Though his father is probably dead by this point, as far as Rasmus knows (He'd be around 80ish, but who knows...), most likely his oldest brother Alaric has ascended to the title of Lord Winbald. Alaric never liked Rasmus that much, and the scandal made him hate Rasmus even more, but if Rasmus clears his name, he thinks that Alaric might let him come back to the manor and see his family again.
That sounds good. I have really enjoyed your additional writings with your postings. I say keep it up! Gives me some fuel for the future.
Also, wanted to do a wellness check and see how everyone has been doing. Things really tailed off the second half of the week. I also know that many people/families take Columbus weekend as a final trip/vacation before the fall/winter kicks in.
Sorry, some RL Stuff with housemates and friends came up and my posting was neglected. Will try to respond tomorrow
Sorry, some RL Stuff with housemates and friends came up and my posting was neglected. Will try to respond tomorrow
Not a problem, I like to do a general check in when things kind of slow down. Hope all clears up for you.
Pretty sure Klaus is in the Scared category if that's still active. I've failed at least 3 Will saves so far.
Okay. I'll change that. thanks for keeping me honest. If I miss something please let me know.
@Dargy I just saw that you posted right before mine yesterday.
Note to self, look above my new post incase that happens again.
Hey guys, sorry things have been hectic on my end. I will have a post up later today or tomorrow am.
That's okay, no worries.
Hope everything's going well for everyone!
Hey guys. I need to apologize. These last two weeks were rough on my family. We hit a first hurdle of 18 weeks where we would have been able to have a full anatomy scan of the baby and found out if we were having a boy or a girl. I should have been on to say I needed to hit pause but I couldn't even find the effort to type in paizo in the search bar. We have a counseling appointment today. My I am wanting to come back and run the game, I just wanted to apologize.
Let me know if you all are still in it and I will go from there.
I'm so sorry to hear that. Whenever you need to take some time, that's completely understandable, no need to apologize.
I'm still here for the game, so when we're all ready to get the ball rolling again, I'll be ready to go.
May God comfort you. Don't worry about the game. This is a big deal so take as much time as you need.
Hey I appreciate it guys. Yesterday was good. I know my wife and I say we talk about what happened, and we do, but not like yesterday. We have another appointment next week. This morning we took our other three kids for a hike in a nearby state park. Fresh air and climbing rocks did us all good.
I am going to send the others in the game a PM to check in and let them know that I am here. My hope is that everyone would be good to kind of jump back in, but if not I do understand and won't hold any hard feelings.
Shane, I'm sorry RL has hammered you and yours so hard. I'm glad you're seeing to your mental health and your apology is kind.
That said, I have had in the last two weeks a burst of family troubles, new obligations, health troubles for those dear to me, and more arise to the point where I worry I don't have time for all the games I'm in and may need to drop (at least) one. So I'll be taking Dargys out. Just say he's getting his family to safety or whatever. My apologies to my fellow players.
Sorry to hear that Dargys, we'll miss your sword-arm in these coming battles. Safe travels, hopefully things go well for you.
Dargys you take care of your family and will keep you in my prayers. I didn't say this in my message but if things change in life Dargys will be in Dulwich if the itch comes to play him again. Take care!
I did message the rest of the party. Erik said that he is moving this weekend but will check back in and be good to go in a few days.
Hope everyone has had a good weekend, and those in the states have a good Veterans Day tomorrow and if any of you happen to be a Veteran, thank you for serving!
I don't think this is quite working out for me. From my experience and what I've observed so far, I really think you're the type for a small, expressive group. I'll be bowing out as well.
Best of like, IRL and here.
Fare thee well, Deshe. Good luck!
Not a problem Deshe. I wish you the best of luck in your future gaming.
Rasmus/Alistair - I was going to hold on until we heard from Erik, I know he was moving this past weekend but wasn't sure when he would be back on. I might give him through today before jumping back in.
While we are still in the city what are you thoughts on recruitment? We have a Ranger, a Rogue, and if/when Erik is back we will have a Druid with a wolf animal companion. I could reach out and do a recruitment looking specifically for two people to fill a role round you three. Or, we could move forward with three and I will adjust accordingly.
What are your thoughts?
I'd be fine either way. It would be nice to get a cleric in the party, but I trust everyone else's judgement on this.
A healer of some sort would be handy though at low level the cleric would be best. A bard would do in a pinch.
Okay, I will make a recruitment for the game. 2 would be good to help fill it out. Druid w/Wolf, Ranger, Rogue would be a fun combo but it would sink all of Rasmus' spells to healing. And I don't think the party has enough to pool together for a wand.
If necessary, I could make a few tweaks to Rasmus and make him a cleric. He's devoted to Kalron already, and he hasn't progressed too far along in Ranger levels yet.
Good news, if you have been following the recruitment it looks like we might have a halfling cleric and a half-elf bard joining us. That should round out a 5 person party! I will check with Erik and see that he is still good. But we should be getting this game rolling again shortly.
Woohoo!
Hoorah!
Hello! I'm happy to be joining this game. I haven't played a first edition game in quite some time. The setting looks interesting. I'm unfamiliar with the Duchy of Ashlar...and the novel/series Spellmonger (I think it comes from that).
I'll also be happily joining. I've read through what you've done and it was very interesting.
Still got some work to do on my character's history. So far I'm from Wellswood and my mother worked at the Boot and Wheel. I don't know my father other than that he was a somewhat wealthy, rude jerk of a "customer" for my mother. She's dead and I left to join a group of gypsies for a while. They were happy to have another moderately good performer but I didn't like their lack of morals pertaining to property ownership. Now I travel the roads with other merchant caravans and sometimes with holy pilgrimage groups, helping out wherever he can.
Nice to meet you both. I'm Rasmus, the old ranger in our party.
By the way, great characters, both of you!
Welcome. Alistair, trap finder and lock picker.
Has anyone heard from Effilip? (tomtesserae?)
Oh sorry! I normally don't read the Gameplay thread until told to by the GM, so I missed your post. I'll write something up right now.
All is good. Diving in today. Things slowed down for me after the pre-thanksgiving spike. Sidenote... (I'm not seeing that I have shared this yet) RSP has released a 3rd module in this dungeon backdrop line.
All is good. Diving in today. Things slowed down for me after the pre-thanksgiving spike. Sidenote... (I'm not seeing that I have shared this yet) RSP has released a 3rd module in this dungeon backdrop line.
Sounds great, I'm really enjoying this game!
Of course re-reading the GM's last Recruitment message he invites to both the Gameplay and Discussion threads. So much for my initial reading comprehension.
I won't be able to post Friday or Saturday.
I'll be back on Thursday 12/5/2024.
See you then!
No pressure GM, but is everything okay?
So Long and Thanks for All the Fish!
I'm taking this game off of my watch list as it seems dead. Feel free to PM me if it starts again.