One quick note, just to keep things fair and level, I will only be reviewing those submissions that comply with the submission guidelines shared in the first post. Sharing a character is great, but I need to understand how you would tie into the specific adventure we’re playing.
Now, to answer some questions:
@JD Phipps - I’m ok with firearms, but I’ve never run a game with them before, so I’m not wholly comfortable with the rules regarding them. That said, there will be a lot of rules it looks like I’m unfamiliar with, so one more doesn’t bother me overly much.
@Rotolutundro - Of the three you’ve posted, I think the Urban Ranger seems most interesting and tied to Kaer Maga.
@Harakani -
1. The archetype isn’t a problem. I’ll just have to read up on how it works if you’re selected.
2. I don’t think Craft:Construct will be a problem at all. It’s thematic and crunchy, so I dig it.
3. I’m ok with it.
So, it looks like I should have put some restrictions in place - there are some books I don't have access to, so I'm not familiar with some of the classes presented.
No one has to change their submission, as I'm picking on flavor more than crunch, but I may need some guidance once the game the begins. Thanks again for all the great submissions so far!
No one knows who carved the cyclopean faces that perch on the cliffs below the city of Kaer Maga, gazing sternly upon the lands of Varisia below. Some say these visages depict the legendary Runelords of Thassilon, while others claim they represent deities far more ancient than the upstart gods of modern Avistan. Their depths are still unplumbed, their mystery still unsolved, for when you venture inside the mouth of a god, who knows what you might find?
Hello, everyone, and welcome to the recruitment thread for a PbP adventure beginning with the module The Godsmouth Heresy.
I’d like to make applying as easy on you (and, frankly, me) as possible. So I’m not asking for a full-blown backstory or completely fleshed out crunch. I’d just like a taste or sample of your character, by your answering the questions below.
Character Creation Guidlines:
These are just for reference. You can go ahead and build out a character if you want, but it’s not required for your application.
1) 20-Point Buy, 1st Level
2) Paizo races only. I’d prefer core and featured races, but I’m open to uncommon races (particularly for a game set in Kaer Maga) if the story and concept is interesting.
3) Choose two traits. You can't have more than one of each type of trait (regional, combat, faith, etc.)
4) I'd prefer no evil alignments, but if it makes sense for your backstory AND you can play relatively well with others, I'll allow it.
5) Max HP at first level
6) Max starting gold for your class
No 3pp material will be allowed. I apologize if that causes any character development issues.
Backstory Questions:
1. Are you from Kaer Maga or a visitor there?
2. What traits have you chosen and how do they tie into your backstory - I'd like more than a mechanic justification for your choices.
3. What will your character contribute to the party mechanically, in and/or out of combat?
The More You Know:
Ideally, this game will continue beyond this initial module, following our newly formed party in their exploration and adventures in the wonderfully rich city of Kaer Maga.
I'm looking for 4 or 5 players. Because of this small number, it's important to have all four roles filled - martial, arcane, divine and skills. If you want a better shot of getting picked, don't apply with a character that already has a lot of applicants in that role.
I'm looking for at least one post per day, more if possible. If you can't post, just let us know. During combat, if you go 24 hours without a post, your actions will be botted.
If you lower an ability score to 8, there will be roleplaying consequences and should affect how you play your character. No score may be lower than 8.
Recruitment will be open until I feel like I have enough characters/players to choose from - I'm not certain when that will be, so get the apps in sooner, rather than later.
I look forward to seeing what everyone comes up with!
Hey everyone! Apologies for my brief absence - I should have checked in to let everyone know that I was reading through both modules again to determine which if like to run. The exercise proved successful, and I've chosen...
The Godsmouth Heresy!
I'll go ahead and create a recruitment thread and link to it here. Thanks for everyone's input and advice. I'll see you all in the other thread I hope!
Hey there, everyone - thanks for the interest and the encouragement! It seems there is at least enough interest to setup a recruitment thread.
I'm not wanting to do a PFS game, I don't think, as the restrictions are a bit severe for my liking.
As for which module to run, well, there seem to be nearly equal votes for Everflame and Godsmouth. I'm leaning towards Godsmouth, as I have illusions of the game lasting beyond the module.
One question for my experienced PBP'ers: Should I setup a recruitment thread or just use this one?
I’m new to the boards here, and I’m interested in running a PbP campaign. I’ve recently moved to an area with no gaming groups to be found (either they’re hiding or non-existent), and I’m not sure how I’ll go on without my Pathfinder fix. I've run games for several years now, and I'm eager to do so again.
So, I’m turning to you, faithful posters, to help tell a grand story of adventure, intrigue and, hopefully, triumph over the powers of evil.
Though I’m new to PbP, I’m familiar with its benefits and shortcomings - the latter of which is campaigns that die slow, drawn out deaths (or never make it past the first encounter). I’m eager to avoid that same fate, but I will need a committed group of players with ample free time.
Which is, of course, where you all come in.
I’d like to gauge the interest of players for:
1. A game with a GM that is a new poster to the boards.
2. Running a single module only. I LOVE the ideas of running a full AP, but I’m not quite confident enough in my PbP chops to undertake such a massive undertaking. And plus, if what I’ve read is true, a single module could take us the rest of this decade to finish (though hopefully not).
3. If you answer, “Yes, I am interested in both of the above,” then I’d be curious which of the following modules would be of interest to the posters here:
- Crypt of the Everflame. Let’s kick it old school.
- Feast or Ravenmoor.
- The Godsmouth Heresy. If this is the winner, I WOULD love to continue a campaign in Kaer Maga. That place is awesome.
I look forward to the answers and hopefully getting a gaming rolling (pun intended).
