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Also, getting a lot of questions about scenarios/materials. As far as PFs scenarios, they will be dropped into your accounts later in the process. I believe the current schedule is sometime in July. Late season 8 and new season 9 materials will drop roughly two weeks prior to Gen Con plus/minus depending on last minute changes by the development team so we can have the best quality product.
Starfinder is of course a brand-new product. As such, the release schedule is mostly unknown. Hopefully, it'll follow the same basic process as PFS has, but remember, Paizo does not want their new shiny game being spoiled before the official release Thursday at the con. For those running Starfinder, I'm sure we will receive materials suitable to run those events whether that be the complete rules (core book) or something like a Beginner Box set of rules with enough advanced notice as to provide a good experience to the players.
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Volunteer badges are still being processed so it might be a couple more days before they drop in your Gen Con account. Be on the lookout for them. At this time, we expect them to be in there in enough time for your to build your wish lists and be ready to submit when open registration launches on Sunday at noon.
Still no badge. On a positive note, there are some people still working at Paizo since the seminars are now listed on the GenCon site.
Is there still hope for the badges?
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All badge refunds are subject to a $10 administrative fee. There are no exceptions.Still no badge. Seems like Paizo has really dropped the ball.Swiftbrook,
Last your, my refund was not subject to the $10 fee. In fact, per the email from GenCon, the badge will be automatically refunded.
Thanks.
Badge purchased. Wish List created. 1 hour, 16 minutes, 20 seconds until event registration goes live.
That moment when you are on your third cup of coffee in 2 hours, there's 16 minutes until event registration goes live, and you can't stop bouncing up and down with glee :)
Purchased my badge to secure my one ticket for play. Hopefully I get my comped badge dropped soon and get those funds back.
I did the same thing. I had 3 events I wanted to play (all Pathfinder/Starfinder). I am hoping that $99 comes back home soon :)
If i buy a badge, is there a way to not get it refunded when my paizo badge does come?
Yeah there are several posts about it. I am not 100% on the process but GenCon's website is very user friendly.
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If i buy a badge, is there a way to not get it refunded when my paizo badge does come?Yeah there are several posts about it. I am not 100% on the process but GenCon's website is very user friendly.
Most of the posts I saw were people wanting a refund, i dont want one since i will just be buying this one for a friend and to get event tickets, so when i get the badge from paizo i dont want this one being taken away for a refund
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I do not believe the refund process is automatic. You have to do something up to and including contacting Gen Con customer service to get the refund.
I also believe that Gen Con has a specific process for buying badges/event tickets for other people. You cannot simply buy a badge and assume it will be for someone else because the badge is attached to your account and will contain your information. You need to be sure to indicate (however) the badge is for someone else. Since I do not believe you can do this without having a badge of your own, the badge you bought now is likely yours. When the Paizo-provided badge drops, you will probably have to contact customer service to have the existing badge converted to another owner.
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Still no badge dropped for me. I am GMing Tier 2, so I will only have 2-3 sessions to sign up for. Right now Friday morning has a lot available, but Saturday night is filling up fast. Will have to play Tier 1-2, 3-4 or 10-11. Will probably go with my high level character just for the heck of it.
Any idea how long it will take for the remaining badges to drop?
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You had to set up a GenCon account to apply to volunteer. I emailed the Paizo GenCon organisers on Saturday and got a response on Sunday which said they should be dropping. However, now it is two days later and I am just worried as I do not have many open slots to play since I am GMing 7 sessions and do not want to miss out on good sessions on the two free slots I have.
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You had to set up a GenCon account to apply to volunteer. I emailed the Paizo GenCon organisers on Saturday and got a response on Sunday which said they should be dropping. However, now it is two days later and I am just worried as I do not have many open slots to play since I am GMing 7 sessions and do not want to miss out on good sessions on the two free slots I have.
Yes there are a few of us in the same situation. I sent a email off and the reply was they are not sure when the next round of badges will be dropped. It's unfortunate but it's what it is all we can do is be patient.
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Paizo volunteer hotel rooms only start on Wednesday? I thought they padded it with an extra day on either end, just so people like you can come in early and/or leave late.Quick question, I am considering coming in on Tuesday but don't have place.
Any Suggestions?
Gen Con is Thu-Sun, the hotel is Wed-Mon. At least, that's how it worked in the past.
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Paizo volunteer hotel rooms only start on Wednesday? I thought they padded it with an extra day on either end, just so people like you can come in early and/or leave late.Quick question, I am considering coming in on Tuesday but don't have place.
Any Suggestions?
It was confirmed earlier, by a question I asked, that check-in date is Wednesday.
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Just some additional insight into the volunteer process at this time and moving forward. New applications are being processed in a week or less. If you submit one and do not hear from us after two weeks, it is likely something happened to your app in ether-space. Please send an email to genconleads@gmail.com and inquire about your status.
Also, as we fill more needs and the availability of remaining slots dwindle, timely communication becomes more important. If we send out an invitation to join our team and you have not replied within one week, we will send a followup email reminding you to reply ASAP. After two weeks, we will assume you changed your mind and move your registration into our cancellation list. You can certainly petition to be reconsidered at a later time, but your timestamp priority position in the process will get bumped behind those who came in after your initial offer.
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If you are an approved volunteer, between now and Gen Con we will be sending out a weekly newsletter on Sunday updating ongoing processes, answering FAQ, and providing logistical instructions. Please watch for and read them thoroughly as most questions you may have will be answered in those communications. You can submit any questions/comments/concerns to genconleads@gmail.com
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Last year I got a la Quinta room Tuesday night for $80 near airport. Then carpooled to pub and then to the hotel. Worked out pretty well.Quick question, I am considering coming in on Tuesday but don't have place.
Any Suggestions?
Frequently there are folks coming in Tuesday that will look for roomates at airport hotels.
This does remind me though, the last couple years I've hosted an airport ride share finder spreadsheet for the VO corps that I'm thinking of expanding to all volunteers.
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In the first email to volunteers, Jon had the following:
First, is the issue of Gen Con badges. Some of you may have received yours already, though many of you have not. The fulfillment of badges is something that must be handled by Paizo staff. The leadership team does not possess the access needed to drop the badges. To complicate matters, Gen Con open registration fell on the same weekend as PaizoCon this year, followed immediately after by UK Games Expo, Origins, as well as a few other events that require the staff to travel great distances. Unfortunately, this has delayed badge release. For that we apologize. It was not something we anticipated and understand if it has complicated your registrations. Rest assured that Paizo is working diligently to get those badges dropped as soon as possible within their available free time while traveling. Keep an eye on your Gen Con account and watch your email as the convention registration system is supposed to send you an automatic notice when a badge drops into your account.
From this, it appears a limited number of management people can send in information to GenCon. This is likely why it is taking longer than expected to get out badges. I know, not ideal if you are unable to pre-purchase a badge so you can get events. I know from personal experience that if you do pay for badge, it will be refunded and pretty quickly. In about 5 days in my case. I have heard of others that it took 2 or 3 days.
As for who to contact, it is the email address give up a little bit: genconleads@gmail.com.