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Thanks Ryan Costello Jr and Jason Dubsky for this opportunity! And please forgive my poor and lound english... It my first interview EVER and I was super nervous...
Any way to get a hardcopy of this?Daigle is correct, thou we have some left overs. We will give those away, we just need to figure out how. Stay tuned!
Well you could go print on demand with a B&W version thru Lulu.com. Is there going to be a #2 issue and when?
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Well you could go print on demand with a B&W version thru Lulu.com. Is there going to be a #2 issue and when?Any way to get a hardcopy of this?Daigle is correct, thou we have some left overs. We will give those away, we just need to figure out how. Stay tuned!
Frak that...
I'll pay for a colour copy. I'm only on page 40 or so. Really enjoying it.
Some of the short stories w/in the issue were self-contained, and others just the beginnings of a larger tale.
Are there any intentions of continuing any of the latter? I was especially taken w/ "The Greenhorns", and its clever concept of 3 authors speaking through 3 different characters. Very well done!
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Some of the short stories w/in the issue were self-contained, and others just the beginnings of a larger tale.
Are there any intentions of continuing any of the latter? I was especially taken w/ "The Greenhorns", and its clever concept of 3 authors speaking through 3 different characters. Very well done!
haven't yet read "the Greenhorns" but need to do it soon...(as wit the rest of the Wayfinder)
I myself have the intention of continuing Life in Korvosa... just need to solve a few things :P
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Some of the short stories w/in the issue were self-contained, and others just the beginnings of a larger tale.
Are there any intentions of continuing any of the latter? I was especially taken w/ "The Greenhorns", and its clever concept of 3 authors speaking through 3 different characters. Very well done!
"Greenhorns" was Tarren Dei's idea. He wrote the minotaur's journal first and then invited me and Neil to contribute. Thus we wrote around what he wrote and then we made sure everything meshed. If Tarren wants to write a second installment, I would be more than happy to continue mine as well but its up to him.
If there's going to be a Wayfinder #2, I definitely have some writing to submit.
If there's going to be a Wayfinder #2, I definitely would have a full page ad to put in it! Let us know.
"Greenhorns" was Tarren Dei's idea. He wrote the minotaur's journal first and then invited me and Neil to contribute. Thus we wrote around what he wrote and then we made sure everything meshed. If Tarren wants to write a second installment, I would be more than happy to continue mine as well but its up to him.
Ditto. I wrote Ashallah's piece and something about getting into the mind of a Calistrian-priestess-turned-international-spy just appeals to me.
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"Greenhorns" was Tarren Dei's idea. He wrote the minotaur's journal first and then invited me and Neil to contribute. Thus we wrote around what he wrote and then we made sure everything meshed. If Tarren wants to write a second installment, I would be more than happy to continue mine as well but its up to him.Ditto. I wrote Ashallah's piece and something about getting into the mind of a Calistrian-priestess-turned-international-spy just appeals to me.
Thank you then, she made for an interesting read.
My favourite bit fo the story though, goes to Tarren Dei:
I would follow you into Rovagug’s Pit. I would stand between you and Lamashtu herself. But, if you ever put me on a slow-moving barge with three chatty greenhorn recruits again, I will pound my hooves through the floorboards and sink us all.
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"Greenhorns" was Tarren Dei's idea. He wrote the minotaur's journal first and then invited me and Neil to contribute. Thus we wrote around what he wrote and then we made sure everything meshed. If Tarren wants to write a second installment, I would be more than happy to continue mine as well but its up to him.Some of the short stories w/in the issue were self-contained, and others just the beginnings of a larger tale.
Are there any intentions of continuing any of the latter? I was especially taken w/ "The Greenhorns", and its clever concept of 3 authors speaking through 3 different characters. Very well done!
I think Neil mentioned it as a possibility first, and then I pressed him into service and invited Wicht.
I've been thinking about either continuing the story or trying to plan out the pyramids themselves. I've got a very good idea about the pyramids and think they would make an interesting mini-adventure. Probably too big for a Pathfinder Society scenario though.
I've been thinking about either continuing the story or trying to plan out the pyramids themselves. I've got a very good idea about the pyramids and think they would make an interesting mini-adventure. Probably too big for a Pathfinder Society scenario though.
The whole scenario sounds like it would make for a good standalone adventure or even a Pathfinder novel. I just love the premise behind Akkunhis and his "greenhorn" companions...all of whom are much more than they appear. It's also too bad we didn't have enough time to include Nerrat Dei as the voice of Tanglehead.
If you ever do get a chance to turn this idea into something publishable, let me know. I'd love to support you in it...either by proofing it or contributing to it again. Thanks for letting me play in your sandbox.
--Neil
My favourite bit of the story though, goes to Tarren Dei...
I must admit, I laughed out loud when I read that part, too. And it still makes me smile when I read it again. Trevor's always had a healthy dose of humor to him, just the right blend of sarcasm and wit. I love seeing what he does in bringing that to different characters, whether it's Akkunhis or any of his PbP characters.
I'm glad you enjoyed it. I think these are the first comments I've heard about our Wayfinder work. Thanks for giving us some feedback...
--Neil
Where the 'ell was I to miss this when it first went up? Well, beter late than never.
Great job all. This is a fantastic read so far. I turely hope we do see an issue 2. I also hope that one year I can make up to Paizocon.
I've been thinking about either continuing the story or trying to plan out the pyramids themselves. I've got a very good idea about the pyramids and think they would make an interesting mini-adventure. Probably too big for a Pathfinder Society scenario though.The whole scenario sounds like it would make for a good standalone adventure or even a Pathfinder novel. I just love the premise behind Akkunhis and his "greenhorn" companions...all of whom are much more than they appear. It's also too bad we didn't have enough time to include Nerrat Dei as the voice of Tanglehead.
If you ever do get a chance to turn this idea into something publishable, let me know. I'd love to support you in it...either by proofing it or contributing to it again. Thanks for letting me play in your sandbox.
--Neil
I thank the 3 of you again for this story and responding here. Two quick ideas:
1) I haven't followed the PF Fiction threads for quite a while, but you 3 should do a much longer tale (including the already written preface) w/ these characters in some sort of PF fiction anthology.
2) Neil, you're now a contributor, so you have your foot in the Paizo door for having stuff published. May I suggest the 3 of you collaborate on a Gamemastery Module that is a run through of the story. And instead of the usual 4 Paizo iconics at the back...well, you get the idea!
I thank the 3 of you again for this story and responding here.
No problem. Thanks for the great feedback and encouragement!
...you 3 should do a much longer tale (including the already written preface) w/ these characters in some sort of PF fiction anthology.
As fun as that might be, I imagine it'll be quite sometime before Paizo opens up Pathfinder fiction to contributors. As they pointed out during PaizoCon, Pathfinder fiction is coming, but they'll do it with established fiction writers first so they can build up the product line. After that, who knows? But either way, it's a long way off before you'd probably see such characters in a piece of fiction other than a Wayfinder contribution.
...May I suggest the 3 of you collaborate on a Gamemastery Module that is a run through of the story. And instead of the usual 4 Paizo iconics at the back...well, you get the idea!
I've got no pull to help make that happen. But if Paizo fans want to lobby for a Gamemastery module so Trevor can showcase the Ravenous Queen and her Four Consorts, by all means make your voices heard. The Paizo staff has repeatedly pointed out that they not only check these types of threads, but they monitor them for exactly this kind of feedback in helping them know which products interest their consumers. And I for one, would certainly like to add my voice to Trevor getting a chance to showcase this scenario in an adventure module.
But that's just my two-cents,
--Neil
If the series was continued, what I would like to see is someone pick up the fourth journal and run with it.
Agreed. As usual, the gnome got left out. I think there's a bit of irony in that. :-D
If the series was continued, what I would like to see is someone pick up the fourth journal and run with it.Agreed. As usual, the gnome got left out. I think there's a bit of irony in that. :-D
Irony? It's a travesty, Mr. Spicer! :)
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I'd love to see the gnome get picked up by someone -- perhaps someone completely different. I'm not sure what I'll do for the next Wayfinder but Neil, Jonathan, and I have enjoyed each other's writing for over a year and a half in a couple of different PbPs so I'm sure we will collaborate again.
I also wanted to chime in - I finally got a chance to read this and was blown away by the art, the professionalism, and the content. Keep up the good work and thanks to everyone who contributed.
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As fun as that might be, I imagine it'll be quite sometime before Paizo opens up Pathfinder fiction to contributors. As they pointed out during PaizoCon, Pathfinder fiction is coming, but they'll do it with established fiction writers first so they can build up the product line. After that, who knows? But either way, it's a long way off before you'd probably see such characters in a piece of fiction other than a Wayfinder contribution.
err there are other options, namely: Pathfinder Chronicler
That's also true. And, having met Ted (aka Zuxius) at PaizoCon in the fiction workshop with James Sutter, I have no doubt he's got what it takes to keep the Pathfinder Chronicler fansite going with some good stuff. I wouldn't mind contributing to it sometime and trying to develop some better fiction-writing skills.
--Neil
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I've been reading Wayfinder on and off all day and I'm loving it.
I love the 'Ask a Shoanti' sidebars by Michael Kortes. I'm planning to run Kortes' Entombed with the Pharoahs as a PbP starting this fall and think that I'll allow Kortes' regional traits for Osirion (pp. 2-3) and Montalve's Hunters of the Dead traits and feats (pp. 50-51), and Lissa Guillet's Dawnflower Dervish of Sarenrae prestige class.
I loved one other collaboration in the volume -- Ian Cunningham's 'Excerpts from the Journal of Zertus Hargon' was creepy-good. Sluder's statting out of the evil Zertus will be handy someday. I think I've got some poetry to fit Boomer's Shimye-Magalla. What fun.
I love the 'Ask a Shoanti' sidebars by Michael Kortes.I read Wayfinder on the plane home from PaizoCon and Mike's sidebars had me laughing out loud more than once on the flight.
They made milk come out of my nose, and I wasn't even drinking milk at the time.
They made milk come out of my nose, and I wasn't even drinking milk at the time.
Hmmm...you might want to have that looked at by a doctor. Seriously. Or maybe Ask-a-Shoanti can help? Maybe you should write him and ask what you should do?
...May I suggest the 3 of you collaborate on a Gamemastery Module that is a run through of the story. And instead of the usual 4 Paizo iconics at the back...well, you get the idea!I've got no pull to help make that happen. But if Paizo fans want to lobby for a Gamemastery module so Trevor can showcase the Ravenous Queen and her Four Consorts, by all means make your voices heard. The Paizo staff has repeatedly pointed out that they not only check these types of threads, but they monitor them for exactly this kind of feedback in helping them know which products interest their consumers. And I for one, would certainly like to add my voice to Trevor getting a chance to showcase this scenario in an adventure module.
But that's just my two-cents,
--Neil
Ok Neil, I didn't have the full story on PF fiction, so that's 1 fantasy scenario on hold. But for our Paizo overlords reading this thread, I still think a Gamemastery module following up on this story would be an awesome idea.
I won't keep beating this into the ground, though, so others need to take up the rallying cry ;-)
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I love the 'Ask a Shoanti' sidebars by Michael Kortes. I'm planning to run Kortes' Entombed with the Pharoahs as a PbP starting this fall and think that I'll allow Kortes' regional traits for Osirion (pp. 2-3) and Montalve's Hunters of the Dead traits and feats (pp. 50-51), and Lissa Guillet's Dawnflower Dervish of Sarenrae prestige class.
good you liked Hunters of the Dead, some of them was based in Ravenloft Campaign Setting (which I love). I am still reading the Wayfinder, and yes both Regional traits of Osirion and Dawnflower Dervish of Sarenrae are great resources...
also close to the end comes some Absalom Traits, which when I checked them (quite quickly to be honest) looked quite interesting
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Finally read through most of it last night (as opposed to skimming through it several times) and thought I would post a few semi random thoughts.
"The Road to Varno" - Clinton, the dialogue reads great but I am left a little confused as to whether there is a significant time jump between the beginning and the end and what exactly is about to happen. I suspect it is the constraints of the word count here at fault.
"Ask a Shoanti" - These were pretty funny.
"Dangers of Darkmoon Vale" - I really liked these, from presentation to execution and would like to see more entries with the exact same format, though not necessarily all set in the vale.
"Dawnflower Dervish" - I am interested to see how well this plays. The concept is good and the rules seem fairly balanced. Some of the text could use a bit of tightening.
"Claw of Abendego" - Recipes are good! Lobster is a bit pricey though and I doubt I ever use this particular recipe. Maybe lamb, rabbits, venison, or the like in future editions? More recipes though are good. :)
"Talitha's Tomb" - This was one of my favorite shorts and I felt it really would benefit from about another 2000 words of space. I would love to see a slightly longer version of it.
"Lightning Brand" - I know its an artifact but wow. Let this into your game and you'll have a party that begins every fight with a round of lightning bolts. The text says its sacred to the faith of Asmodean but does not seem to require the recipient to be a member of that faith. If I did use it, I would change that.
"The Old Lady of the River" - Another favorite. I love real world fairy tales and bits of folklore and this seemed a good fantasy version of those. Also fairly well written. Kudos to Immora.
"Sentimental Horde on page 29," made me laugh. Also the mermaid one.
finally, "Family Ties," - I've been thinking of other sorcerous bloodlines and I really like this one. I read it and started thinking of characters I could make with it.
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"The Road to Varno" - Clinton, the dialogue reads great but I am left a little confused as to whether there is a significant time jump between the beginning and the end and what exactly is about to happen. I suspect it is the constraints of the word count here at fault.
The Road to Varno action is described through the dialog... it would be a bit more clear if you have the chance to reat the rest of it, it can be found here: Pathfinder Chronicler: Road to Varno, its still unfinished... but 6 more chapters are better than none :P
Clinton's style on Road of Varno is very particular of him... and I have found it very dinamic and interestinc, the dialogs are lfuid and let the story run... hope you enjoy the rest of it.
I'd like to add my voice to the chorus of those that want to be able to get a hardcopy.
Where's the Wayfinder thread? I want to make sure I don't miss #3!
Wayfinder #1 has been submitted for an ENnies consideration. If we make it to the next round, I'll repost something here. :D
That's great news! Best of luck!
I reread "A Lost Pathfinder’s Journal: From Talithia’s Tomb" by Paris Crenshaw yesterday and felt compelled to express my admiration for such an excellent story. Good pacing, and the sense of mystery and horror really drew me in. The children's rhyme was icing on the cake. I hope to see more from Mr. Crenshaw in the future.
I reread "A Lost Pathfinder’s Journal: From Talithia’s Tomb" by Paris Crenshaw yesterday and felt compelled to express my admiration for such an excellent story. Good pacing, and the sense of mystery and horror really drew me in. The children's rhyme was icing on the cake. I hope to see more from Mr. Crenshaw in the future.
Mr. Crenshaw has a piece in Wayfinder #2 as well as upcoming work in Wayfinder #3 (he also did some awesome editing work for me too in WF #3).
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I reread "A Lost Pathfinder’s Journal: From Talithia’s Tomb" by Paris Crenshaw yesterday and felt compelled to express my admiration for such an excellent story. Good pacing, and the sense of mystery and horror really drew me in. The children's rhyme was icing on the cake. I hope to see more from Mr. Crenshaw in the future.
Daeglin,
There is more Crenshaw's stories both in Wayfinder #2 (already released) and in Wayfinder #3 (on development).
In the meantime you might want to check his stories here: Pathfinder Chronicles: The Crowheart Legacy
edit: damn, ninjaed by the mistress of cookies!
Daeglin,There is more Crenshaw's stories both in Wayfinder #2 (already released) and in Wayfinder #3 (on development).
In the meantime you might want to check his stories here: Pathfinder Chronicles: The Crowheart Legacy
edit: damn, ninjaed by the mistress of cookies!
On the drive home today, I recalled that there was a Pathfinder Fan fiction site and that I should check it out. Thanks for the link!
I will continue reading Wayfinder #2, it's on my iPhone for a treat when unexpected downtime comes up, just hasn't been much recently.
Great job organizing both issues, Lilith. Very professional, and they are a testament to both Paizo and its fans.
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In the meantime you might want to check his stories here: Pathfinder Chronicles: The Crowheart LegacyOn the drive home today, I recalled that there was a Pathfinder Fan fiction site and that I should check it out. Thanks for the link!
my pleasure, when you get the chance to check the site, we would love to hear your thoughs.