Dotting for interest. Will post a submission later today or tomorrow, when I've done more reading. I like Eberron but haven't played in it. Interesting.
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Dotting for interest. Will put in a submission when I've had a think.
It depends what you think you might like to get out of reading him. Are you a completist? or do you like funny books? Or reflections on aging, life, theology etc? He's capable of all the above. I agree with the comments above about the first two books, The Colour of Magic and The Light Fantastic; he was learning his craft there, and they don't have the depth of thought or control of narrative found in his later writing. The first book in particular is a (funny, and mischievous) demolition of some well-known fantasy writers - Fritz Leiber, Anne McAffrey, H.P.Lovecraft, etc. For what it's worth, I'd skip the first two, Sourcery, and Eric, but all the rest are good or better. Some are glorious and I re-read them several times. I'd suggest starting with book 3, Equal Rites, and moving on from there. Perhaps try one from each of the major lines - The Guards, the Witches, Death, Rincewind/The Wizards, Moist, Tiffany etc to see what you like. You don't have to read them in order, particularly, though you'd see the city of Ankh develop if you did. My favourites: Wyrd Sisters, Witches Abroad, Lords & Ladies, Maskerade, Feet of Clay. (unashamed lover of the Witches) I second the recommendation for Good Omens (and Neil Gaiman), and I wonder if you've thought of Terry Pratchett's children's books? He did a loosely linked Trilogy, starting with Only you can save mankind, which are not set in the Discworld, and a cracking one-off The amazing Maurice and his educated rodents, which is. I didn't know the man, though I met him occasionally on a signing tour. But when he died, I felt a little shiver of sadness; we lost someone who brought a little light into our world by showing us a different one.
Dotting for interest.
Wow! Very pleased. Looking forward to playing.
Additional information for Aelwyn, using the four suggested areas and the rather good website on character development. 1) Conflict (who or what does your character fight or fight for?) Before joining the army, Aelwyn certainly didn't see himself as a fighter at all. At join-up, he saw an initial career, but certainly not something he'd do for too long (in elven terms). Perhaps twenty years at most. Right now, he's nervous (how could such an invincible army have been defeated?) and almost alone in a strange land. So he's very keen to defend the few allies he has with him. 2) Challenges (what limits your character?) He's worried that he may have to be in actual fights now, and aware of his limitations there. 3) Attachments (Who or what does your character value, why?) He'd like to see his sister again, and get home at some point, but right now his primary attachments are to his comrades. 4) Passion (what drives your character?) He joined up to see more of the world, and is sees the irony – he's now seeing more of the world than he expected. Primary Motivator: Discovery/Adventure
He wants to explore the world, so let's start here. Aelwyn is lost, in a foreign land with a whole new country to explore. He knows a fair bit about animals, and especially plants, but has no idea how to survive in the wild. Having been around longer than most humans in the army, he's found that things do usually work out in some way, and is hopeful that the group can survive here, and find out what's going on. He tends to think before he acts, and feels loyalty to the ragged survivors of his regiment; though he's usually wary of strangers, he thinks the current problem may need a more outgoing approach. About myself: I've been playing since Basic/Expert D&D, GMing since 1st edition AD&D, through 2nd, 3rd, 3.5 and Pathfinder. I'm a team player, and I like playing broadly good characters that get on with others. Let me know if there's anything else I should do, and good luck to everyone!
Dot for arcane or divine - will have a think.
Hi there. I'm applying with Aelwyn, whose details are below. I've used Golarion place names just as a place holder, and will change these to the appropriate names as and when appropriate. I'm not interested in min-maxing, 3rd-party materials, creating game-killing characters or PVP: I like to play a friendly and cooperative game. Good luck to us all, and thanks for giving us this opportunity, GM_Sarc. Aelwyn
Crunchy:
Str 10, Dex 15, Con 12, Int 18, Wis 12, Cha 10
Stats & Saves: Wizard (2), hp 11, NG Base Stats (unenhanced by magic) Str 12, Dex 15, Con 12, Int 18, Wis 12, Cha 10 Saving Throws
Drawbacks, Feats, & Traits:
Drawbacks and Traits
Skills:
Languages
Spells & Special Abilities:
Spellbook contains:
1st level spells
Appearance:
Aelwyn is a tall, slim, nimble elf with long, brown hair and green eyes. He tends to wear loose shirts (laced not buttoned), brown trousers and a green cloak with a single leaf embroidered near its clasp. Around his neck on a leather thong is a round wooden pendant with a stylised tree design. He rarely arrives on horseback, and tends to be on the edge of a group, watching rather than leading a party. His hands are usually clean, and he doesn't drink alcohol. Background: Aelwyn is estranged from his family. As a child, he was slowly introduced to magic by his grandmother, and showed an early talent, particularly with energy magic. His training stopped when his grandmother was slain in a orc raid. The orcs were soon driven off, and nobody else was injured, but he resents her loss, having never been close to his parents. When nearly adult, his grandfather got him drunk at a family wedding, and he was so embarrassed at his actions and how his family reacted to him that he left, and has not yet (7 years ago) returned. He is still very nervous about alcohol or speaking in front of groups of people. He misses his younger sister Sileal, but is unwilling to return – he feels his parents did not support him at the time of his grandfather's prank.
When he first left his own people, he packed carefully, and intended to make his way as a travelling wizard, fixing small things with his magic, teaching where possible, but certainly not adventuring. He wandered through Varisia and ended up in Korvosa. Much to his surprise, he found himself in the city watch of that city. His elven sight made night patrols easy, and his magic allowed him to find a place, though he remained nervous of the Watch's carousing while off duty, and avoided their drinking sessions. The watch were mostly followers of Abadar, god of cities, and Aelwyn explored that faith while in Korvosa. He eventually decided with some reluctance that Abadar could be rather too morally murky for him. He's no crusader of righteousness, but he'd like a deity that gives him something good to hope towards. He only left Korvosa a few months ago, and remains on good terms with the Watch there. Since leaving Korvosa, he applied to join the army as an arcane support agent, thinking it would be a good way to improve his skills. As it was accepted that the army was practically invincible, he felt no particular danger, but recent events are making him question joining up. He's loyal to his platoon, though, and wants to look after them.
Interested - will wait for a recruitment thread. Flexible on role.
Congratulations! I'll follow with interest.
Hi there. I'd like to submit a character. Aelwyn, Male Elf Wizard
Crunchy bits:
Evoker) 1, NG, 5'11”, 121lbs, 145 years old Stats & Saves: Wizard (1), hp 7 Base Stats Str 10, Dex 16, Con 12, Int 19, Wis 12, Cha 10 Saving Throws
Drawbacks and Traits
Feats
Skills:
Spellbook contains:
Background: Aelwyn has returned to his foster family (elven parents and sister) in Kenabres from a trip to Mendev to check out his birth family, who he believes were from the crusader nation. Sadly, he found nobody who could help him in Mendev, and after 3years searching, he's returned to the only home he knows, to look after his foster parents in the city. He's intending to make a living as a minor mage for hire, mending, identifying items, copying scrolls and working as a scribe. In stressful situations, he tends to trace the spiral birthmark on his left cheek, often subconsciously. When he first left his own people, he packed carefully, and intended to make his way as a travelling wizard, fixing small things with his magic, teaching where possible, but certainly not adventuring. He searched Mendev and ended up in the capital, Nerosyan. Much to his surprise, he found himself in the city watch of that city. His elven sight made night patrols easy, and his magic allowed him to find a place. The people he knew in the watch mostly followed Abadar, god of cities, and Aelwyn explored that faith while in Mendev. He eventually decided that Abadar was too morally murky for him. He's no fiery preacher, but he'd like a deity to look up to.
Congrats, guys! I'll be reading with interest.
Good luck, everyone. Off to bed - it's late here.
Dotting for interest.
Dotting for interest, but not sure what to build yet.
Let's change Aelwyn's grandmothers demise to this: Aelwyn is estranged from his family. As a child, he was slowly introduced to magic by his grandmother, and showed an early talent, particularly with energy magic. His training stopped when his grandmother was slain in a orc raid. The orcs were soon driven off, and nobody else was injured, but he resents her loss, having never been close to his parents. Will think on the Korvosa angle, and submit more detail later tonight. I'm assuming that the CotCT affair happened roughly 2 years ago, and that adventurers won and deposed the queen? You're right, Ishani is a NPC cleric of Abadar. LG, if memory serves, and less cynical than the usually LN priesthood of Abadar. I can see Aelwyn getting on with him; they both want to make the world a better place, but not get killed doing so.
Submitting this guy - open to changes, edits, etc. Aelwyn
Crunchy Stats:
Str 10, Dex 15, Con 12, Int 18, Wis 12, Cha 10 Stats & Saves: Wizard (1) Base Stats (unenhanced by magic) Str 12, Dex 15, Con 12, Int 18, Wis 12, Cha 10 Saving Throws
Drawbacks, Feats, & Traits:
Drawbacks and Traits
Skills:
Spells & Special Abilities:
Spellbook contains:
1st level spells: Comprehend Languages, Magic Missile, Burning Hands,
Appearance:
When he first left his own people, he packed carefully, and intended to make his way as a travelling wizard, fixing small things with his magic, teaching where possible, but certainly not adventuring. He wandered through Varisia and ended up in Korvosa. Much to his surprise, he found himself in the city watch of that city. His elven sight made night patrols easy, and his magic allowed him to find a place, though he remained nervous of the Watch's carousing while off duty, and avoided their drinking sessions. The watch were mostly followers of Abadar, god of cities, and Aelwyn explored that faith while in Korvosa. He eventually decided with some reluctance that Abadar could be rather too morally murky for him. He's not going to lead a crusade of righteousness, but he'd like a deity that gives him something good to hope towards. He only left Korvosa a few months ago. He remains on good terms with the Watch there; most of the priesthood of Abadar think him naïve, though he remained friendly with Ishani Dhatri, a young, more idealistic priest there. Sensing, his friend's discomfort with his life, Ishani suggested he travel to Riddleport to investigate the Cyphergate. Aelwyn agreed, feeling it was a more fitting aim for a wizard than helping out with the watch. On the way to Riddleport, he bumped into Clarissa, a travelling priestess of Desna. Clarissa was fervent in her beliefs, and encouraged him to wander. What she told him of the Song of the Spheres was intriguing – Desna seemed to have no truck with the moral pragmatism of Abadar, was certainly not interested in using hierarchy to crush people, and liked new experiences. He has quietly begun to worship the goddess on his own, and is looking for a shrine or temple to her in Riddleport to find out more. He has only just arrived in the city, and will be somewhat of an innocent abroad until he can find his feet. His current aims are:
Hi there. Dotting for interest in this campaign. I have 2 ideas shuffling around in my head at present, both Core and not particularly crunchy - will write them up and submit one or both later on when I've done some work on them. One question now to save us both some time: I'm in the UK, which uses GMT. Is that likely to be a problem?
I'm up for playing in an all-cleric AP; which AP would influence what kind of cleric though. Will keep an eye on this and submit an entry as and when.
Thank you both for your contributions. Both were useful - I've nicked ideas from both posts!
Forgive my stupidity - if it is. I'm about to start DMing scap, from the magazines, but in the Forgotten Realms. Is there a conversion guide somewhere? Have I missed it in Dungeon? My main thoughts are to do with deities and subtlety. 1) Deities.
2) Subtlety. I think this may be answered in the way people DM, but my impression of Greyhawk vs Realms (and don't lets open that can too far) is that Greyhawk allows more shades of morality, more subtlety. Not sure how a fairly upright, black-and-white Realms atmosphere is going to cope with some of the moral jiggery-pokery that will happen. Any thoughts appreciated Mark |