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Why would you want to turn roleplay into roll-play? I could see that, maybe, working in a game focused on psychology and how emotions manifest and affect behavior. But that game certainly isn't Pathfinder.
Why ask the forums, then? Wouldn't it be far more efficient to just send the publishers an email instead of engaging in scuttlebutt?
I am incredibly excited. Just as I was in the process of turning my back on PFRPG for 5th ed...Abandoning Pathfinder RPG altogether for Dungeons and Dragons 5th Edition? Why not just continue to play both? Best guess: a combination of economy of disposable income, time, and shelf space. I concur with the sentiment of "disregard fake edition wars, acquire good memories," but there's a practical undercurrent to adhering to specific games.
Converting a PF2 monster to PF1, for example, is probably not going to be possible. Or may be with a ton of work. Depends on what you consider to be "a ton of work." Converting a statblock from PF to 5e* or vice-versa takes about 30 minutes if you're not constructing something finetuned or writing your own fluff. In the Fires of Creation module, I count 41 unique statblocks which, according to my own math, would make a conservative estimate of about 20 hours to convert. But that's if every single entry in that book needed to be converted, as they would when converting to/from 5e. Since we're talking about converting from PF2 to PF1, it's important to remember that quite a few of those entries are straight out of PF1 Bestiaries or other books (19 by my count). A more realistic estimate would be somewhere around 12 hours for converting a single module (an odd estimation, but I'm trying to take into account how long it would take to convert minor variants as well). So, assuming that Paizo isn't going to make PF2 modules that only use PF2-exclusive monsters (which I think is a safe bet), it's not going to be as bad as the original estimation. So that seems like a lot, and I'm not saying it isn't a healthy chunk of time (because it is). However, you wouldn't be doing them all in one sitting. In fact, how many sessions would it take your group to go through an entire module? Devoting some downtime in between sessions to convert monsters seems to me to be in the same order of magnitude as constructing functional maps. *I mention converting to 5e specifically because people seem to be in the habit of comparing PF2 (for which we don't yet have the rules) to 5e for some reason.
A Paladin without spells? Isn't that, kind of, a bigoted fighter? Right, because "lay on hands" and "aura of courage" reeks of bigotry.
I'd like to cancel my Pathfinder Roleplaying Game Subscription. I like your products, but money is a bit tight at the moment. Thanks much.
I feel like the horror is implied. Oh, you meant the subsystems!
Goblins would be fun, as would occult, but I would love to see an Tian Xia issue, since it's a whole continent that doesn't get very much love. Jalmeray would be awesome too. But sticking with the Inner Sea, I absolutely love Andoran. Alternatively: "Occult Goblins of Tian Xia".
After performing several rituals, failing most of them, then asking a demon for their unprofessional opinion- signs point to "Goblin Edition" If only :'(
Submitted! Sent in some feats and a fiction article. I suppose it'd be fiction, anyway- that one got weird.
Please cancel my subscription to Pathfinder Comics, and thank you for your time.
Fluxbane Khopesh It was neat visually, but I ultimately voted the other way because it didn't offer an interesting play dynamic. What does this weapon do? Well, it's a bane weapon that changes its bane type when it confirms a critical.
Let's compare this to a Super Star item: the Daylight Diadem.
You do have a way with making your item's ability very flavorful. It's narrative cohesion is very sound, so while the ability is a bit underwhelming, your conceptual grasp of item visuals is very good.
Thank you for the kind words!
I think it was hurt by a pocket watch being a little more advanced tech-wise than most people have in their games. This was something I was actively aware of, but in the end I decided to defer to Golarion-level tech because I feel that Golarion is very "Middle-of-the-road" when it comes to tech (barring Numeria and all that entails). I also felt that because there aren't very many watch items (I can only think of one) that the relative "uniqueness" of the mundane item itself and the strong adherence to the theme would be novel, or at least memorable. That said, if I'm wrong I'm wrong and I'm not defending my choices- merely explaining why I did what I did.I'd probably have to refer to the item every time I used it. THIS is definitely something I needed to hear. Trying to find the words to express how important that is but I'm actually floored by how on-point that advice is, thank you very much!
I don't know how I missed a command word being a Standard action, but that's a mistake I won't easily forget. It's frustrating knowing I fell into the "Bag of Puppies" folly when I tried not to.I ALSO can't believe I forgot the duration of the Sickened condition- ffs me, get it together! In retrospect, I still like the visuals but the mechanics need an overhaul. I've also learned that the theme of time is dangerous territory and that I should try to be a bit more creative with the mechanics. Thank you very much for your time and review!
However, making the activation a move action is a big no-no. First of all, I really do appreciate your feedback. I'm just not entirely sure what you mean by this. Could I trouble you for further elaboration?
This is critique roulette, want to play? Putting it all on Black, Mr. Gori, and thank you for your consideration. Watch of Borrowed Time: Watch of Borrowed Time Aura moderate transmutation; CL 10th Slot none; Price 11,000 gp; Weight —¬ Description This hunter-case pocket watch is tarnished with age and the case’s emboss is scarred beyond recognition. Inside of the case is an engraving that reads “Progress now, progress forever”. Even when not wound, the watch produces a gentle tick-tock that can only be heard in complete stillness. Once per day on command, the hunter-case springs open and the hands of the watch begin spinning wildly as two long, illusory clock hands stretch out beneath you. These phantasmal hour and minute hands last for 1 minute and revolve clockwise under you, until you, as a move action that provokes attacks of opportunity, designate two squares adjacent to you for them to point towards. A creature occupying the square that the hour hand indicates must make a DC 14 Will save or become staggered as it is syphoned of its perception of time. Additionally, if that creature fails its saving throw, a creature occupying the square the minute hand indicates receives the first creature’s “stolen time” and gains an extra movement action on their next turn. If no creature occupies the square that the minute hand indicates, this additional effect is lost as the excess time creates a brief, yet violent, temporal shudder. If a single creature occupies both squares indicated by the hands and fails its save, the creature’s stolen time is immediately returned to it. However, its rapidly shifting sense of time causes it to become sickened. As a move action that provokes attacks of opportunity, you can realign the positions of both clock hands to point toward different squares. These hands pivot and move with you as their fulcrum.
@CripDyke
Loved it, but wish it was a little "more". It has a neat gameplay dynamic, but an extra 1d4 damage doesn't make me want to opt for the gaseous form + resolidify + strike cycle. Perhaps instead of damage, you could have done something like having the icicles impale and do bleed damage (similar to the Blackthorn Cudgel, I believe- which I thought was a well-written example).There are things it could have done other than damage that would make the dynamic more appealing. Again though, I liked the concept behind what it does and how it works. It shows good narrative sense and you were able to convey a semi-complex idea in fewer words.
I think this item would benefit from having a short statement about what happens when the wielder collides with a target. Even if it's just "may attempt a bull rush blah blah", it would only serve to strengthen its theme. As a small formatting nitpick, you don't have commas in the price/cost.
Requesting a critique for my Watch of Borrowed Time, which is on the first page of the CMI thread. Thank you very much for your time and dedication to the community!
Blood Twin’s Quills This was an item I was on the fence about because, in theory, it's super gold-efficient. You might not be able to literally print money with it, but you're still getting two scrolls for the price of one and that can add up quickly if you're diligent enough.
Price and Cost don't seem to match, unless I'm missing something. Nope, just a good old-fashioned typo! Saw that in voting and I swear I thought I heard the snark thread creek. - You handle contingencies well. What happens if I use two move actions to redirect the clock hands twice? I assume I can affect twice as many targets—can I keep the minute hand on my buddy and give him two move actions next turn? I assume yes, which is interesting, though perhaps not intended. That indeed was the intent, but I wasn't positive I communicated that properly or at all. In polar opposite of my last entry (may its name never be repeated), I think I bit off more than I could chew with the item. I think you typo'd "siphon", unless they spell it differently in Nashville. :P All they each us down here is abstinence n' cattle herdin'- spellin' wasn't in the curriculum My spellchecker didn't catch that, so another important lesson learned.Thank you very much Mr. Cleaver!
I voted for this item a number of times and I do like the concept, but the thing that made me think twice about voting for this item was the price. The price is right for the effect, I'm just not convinced I'd ever buy an item that expensive unless it had some serious utility and flavor behind it.
-I felt like, for the inherent risk in using the item, the "no save" was warranted. Unfortunately, I went about it backwards by keeping the item provoking for days instead of making it safer and more useful to use. -I could have sworn the style for magic items was 2nd person when I submitted, but that's something I should have looked up prior to submitting anyway- really bad blunder on my part. Thank you very much for your advice!
The best written "gross" item this year, imho. Most of the others were repulsive but this one skated the edge of "disgusting" and "cool-gross" for me and I found that appealing (although I suspect for many others it was the reason they voted the other way) -"This movmeent does not provoke". afaik, it should always read the full "this movement does not provoke attacks of opportunity"
I thought the visuals were good and the additional ability to allow an ally with a teamwork feat to act was very fitting with the "Twin" theme. This was actually the first item on my keep list and I'm mildly disappointed voting went the other way. Why not let the wearer of the armor choose which ally acts? I can see some funny/tragic scenarios where allies with the same teamwork feat argue with each other over who gets to act- so perhaps it'd be better to let the wearer choose instead. Arbitration over committee and all that jazz.
My item, flaws and all. Please don't pull any punches :) Watch of Borrowed Time
Once per day on command, the hunter-case springs open and the hands of the watch begin spinning wildly as two long, illusory clock hands stretch out beneath you. These phantasmal hour and minute hands last for 1 minute and revolve clockwise under you, until you, as a move action that provokes attacks of opportunity, designate two squares adjacent to you for them to point towards. A creature occupying the square that the hour hand indicates must make a DC 14 Will save or become staggered as it is syphoned of its perception of time. Additionally, if that creature fails its saving throw, a creature occupying the square the minute hand indicates receives the first creature’s “stolen time” and gains an extra movement action on their next turn. If no creature occupies the square that the minute hand indicates, this additional effect is lost as the excess time creates a brief, yet violent, temporal shudder. If a single creature occupies both squares indicated by the hands and fails its save, the creature’s stolen time is immediately returned to it. However, its rapidly shifting sense of time causes it to become sickened. As a move action that provokes attacks of opportunity, you can realign the positions of both clock hands to point toward different squares. These hands pivot and move with you as their fulcrum.
Anyway, without further ado, my thoughts on top 32+4!A rebuttal of some of your thoughts. He does go in circles for a bit, yeah. He's very passionate though, I'll give him that.
This weapons is so damn cool. I mean pardon my French but jeez Louise the imagery is spot-on.
I adored this item. It had a unique theme and an excellent example of "charges without charges" item. You also used "diadem", a personal favorite word of mine, so that helped when it came to my vote haha
Literally my only encounter with a Red Kobold ever was inside of a volcano. We read his creepy diary and he described it as "cozy". I have a spell just for him.
Ooh, look, guys, they posted the results on Youtube!Burn the Kobold! But he's a Red Kobold, he'd probably LIKE that
Wasn't serious...Curious as to which item you're thinking of. PM me?I always save all fluff (if any) for the first paragraph, and all of it is spent describing the physical appearance of the item.Ah, so that was your item... Pretty sure Brigg is proof that magic and wonderment still exist after you grow up
Just sent mine in. I really like both of them, so here's hoping you guys like 'em too. Good luck to everyone who submitted and a big thank-you for the opportunity :)
My item hasn't shown up yet, but I think it's safe to say I'm out. It had a few not-so-minor issues and I think they've finally caught up with me. I still liked it in spite of its flaws, but I'm not too broken up about being culled. Last year I didn't even make it past the first cull, so I'd say surviving four is a vast improvement for me over last year. What I take away from this is affirmation that I have what it takes, but I need to work harder and more diligently if I'm ever going to meet that potential. Even more so if I plan on entering next year's RPGSS (which I do). But tomorrow is another day, and I think I'll celebrate it and my progress by doing more personal work while I wait for the "Critique my Item" thread. Best of luck to the remaining designers- especially the ones who made it on my top 32 list!
You keep popping up for me and every time I remain impressed. Your effect is simple, but the way you let the mechanics speak for themselves and what's happening when you use the item is top notch.
Hey, waitaminnit! Ninja Trickery! What ninja?
You get bonus points for using one of my favorite words in your name. Not that you need them: you're already my top pick for RPG Superstar and if you don't make the top 32 I will eat my own shoes in bewilderment.
Soooo many items this year could have been salvaged if their visuals weren't so derpy looking. Why can't your item let me do the coolest mechanical thing in the history of the game without covering me in purple polka dots and surrounding me in an aura of continuous circus clown music?*jots down notes for polka-dotted circus apparatus* Could you PM me when you're done with that? I have ideas
You can check on all the items seen so far in this thread. Just click on the link to the google doc in the first post and you'll be able to find out if and when someone who contributes to the doc has seen your item. Finding your item while voting is all luck. Some people have seen their items 4-5 times after 1000+ votes, while some haven't seen theirs at all. You're right though, not knowing is pretty nail-biting.
Me too me too :DI'm kinda curious now, too.I'm curious, PM?
I don't think anyone should feel bad about voting for their item, even if the other one is better.
And that, friends, is why you don't wear full plate while casting spells
Paizo devs have a popcorn reel of submissions that were DQ'd before public voting even began
30% of the grade sounds eminently fair! Now I'm going to have to come up with a grading rubric... There go my plans for today.Not saying it is an auto-down vote, just 30% of the grade. Rich no, think of the children!
An item that invalidates a class or an item that breaks the bank
So say you're grading an English paper that you asked to be in MLA format. Paper A complies with the format but is otherwise middling. Not bad, just middling.Paper B does not comply with the format, but is otherwise excellent in both thesis and content. Who do you award the higher grade? Though the format has existed for decades and you did mention you wanted the paper in that format, paper B is otherwise not only good but exceptional. Is it then not worthy of exception?
You know what, you're right and it was unfair of me to conflate voters and posters like that. That being said, as far as posters go I don't think I'm in the wrong for critiquing their critiques. They can be pretty acidic at times.
It's like a 100-something degrees outside but I'm glad you said that last one cause you just threw out some serious shade
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