New GM to PBP ready to take the plunge and run 5-6 players in RotRL. I've been GM'ing a long time, and want to try this method for 2 reasons: I like the RP nature of PBP, and I want to run with some players other than my normal group.
The basics: This will be PFRPG, core classes plus advanced classes. I reserve the right to change those to "official rules" when the final version comes out. Stats can be generated in one of three ways, 20 pt buy, 4d6 method, heroic 2d6 method.
I will be taking apps here: ridersjeff (at) yahoo (dot) com. Apps should include a character concept with an image of your char. The more well thought-out, the better. That said, I don't need 7 pages of text. 2 or 3 paragraphs will do. This won't be "first come, first serve". I'd like to get a dedicated group together, one that wants to move a PBP along. To that end, I figure anyone that puts time into a PC wants to put time into playing them. I am making the commitment, so should you.
My philosophy has always been: play to have fun. Play the PC you want to play, everything else will work itself out.
If you can't post at least once a day, don't apply. I can and will DMPC players as needed/requested.
Questions? Ask away, I look forward to hearing from you.
(not really as harsh as this sounds, just all business when setting this type of thing up)
From one old guy to another...
How long will you be accepting application e-mails before you make your decision?
Thanks!
From one old guy to another...
How long will you be accepting application e-mails before you make your decision?
Thanks!
Good question...I'll close the recruiting out on Thursday, 2/25, and post the accepted group on Friday, 2/26.
I’d be very interested in joining your RotRL PbP. I’ll work on something to email you by the deadline you set.
Like Larry, I’m a little unsure how to get you a good picture for the potential PC; any suggestions on that front would be appreciated.
Do you have any house rules that you plan on implementing out of the gate?
Thanks!
I'm interested, but don't really know how to get you a PC image. I don't really have any graphic software installed on my PC. I can provide a background, though, if that's acceptable?
Background would be great. As far as image, you can right click on an avatar from this site (for example), hit copy, and paste into a word doc (like your background) and attach that. You can do that for most pics you might find. I'm not trying to infringe on any copyrights, just getting an idea for the PC. Seeing as though most players will pick an avatar from this site for their persona, that's what I'm guessing I will see.
I’d be very interested in joining your RotRL PbP. I’ll work on something to email you by the deadline you set.
Like Larry, I’m a little unsure how to get you a good picture for the potential PC; any suggestions on that front would be appreciated.
Do you have any house rules that you plan on implementing out of the gate?
Thanks!
For the image, see my reply to Larry. As far as house rules, I will use two from my Saturday campaigns:
1) Using the racial hp bonus from the PF Beta. More on that if players want to know.
2) I let my players add 1d2 to one stat after creation. It must go into your "primary stat". STR for fighters, CHA for sorcerors etc. I like it for adding a level of exceptionality to a PC. Destined for greatness and all that. My main problem with this (having used it twice now) is that not all classes have clear-cut "primary stats". Not a show-stopper by any means, we can work it out.
I just sent my application, I'm going to go find a suitable avatar on this site as a an extra pic.
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I'm interested, but don't really know how to get you a PC image. I don't really have any graphic software installed on my PC.
Oh Oh! I can help!
HeroMachine 3(Alpha) is amazing(and free!) when it comes to making a character portrait. It does take a bit to get used to, but it's easy and with some trial and error, you can have a character made like that! *snaps fingers*
You will have to save it to your computer(below the little File and Disk Icons), before you can attach it to an email.
I'm here to help with HeroMachine if needed.
I'd love to join, but I just joined another Rise game here on Paizo.
Hey I'd like to join, if you have room. I'll email you my character concept. Later!
I almost have a character sheet and introduction ready.
Do you have any restrictions on alignment? (LN character in mind)
I almost have a character sheet and introduction ready.
Do you have any restrictions on alignment? (LN character in mind)
Any neutral or good alignments.
Will you allow traits ?
And what about starting gold ?
And I don't have the PF Beta rules, what does the racial HP bonus do (apart from extra HP I guess ;))
-TDL
Will you allow traits ?
And what about starting gold ?And I don't have the PF Beta rules, what does the racial HP bonus do (apart from extra HP I guess ;))
-TDL
If I'm recalling correctly, the racial HP bonus means you start at 1st level with max hit points, plus any CON or feat bonus, plus a racial bonus. The racial bonus is +4 for the fragile races (halfling and elf), +6 for the standard races (humans) and +8 for the hardy races (dwarves and half-orcs). I don't recall off the top of my head if half-elves and gnomes are fragile or standard. And I believe it only applied as a one time boost at first level.
Will you allow traits ?
And what about starting gold ?And I don't have the PF Beta rules, what does the racial HP bonus do (apart from extra HP I guess ;))
-TDL
2 traits: may be pulled from the Pathfinder RPG Character Traits PDF or the RotRL Players Guide, both available from the Paizo site.
Starting gold at max for class, per PFRPG rules.
Starting at level 1, so hp = max for die type + Con bonus + racial bonus as follows:
Elf, gnome, halfling: +4 hp
Half-elf, human: +6
Dwarf, Half-orc: +8
PC submission sent!
Will you allow traits ?
And what about starting gold ?And I don't have the PF Beta rules, what does the racial HP bonus do (apart from extra HP I guess ;))
-TDL
2 traits: may be pulled from the Pathfinder RPG Character Traits PDF or the RotRL Players Guide, both available from the Paizo site.
Starting gold at max for class, per PFRPG rules.
Starting at level 1, so hp = max for die type + Con bonus + racial bonus as follows:
Elf, gnome, halfling: +4 hp
Half-elf, human: +6
Dwarf, Half-orc: +8
Do we have to stat them up in the submission? In which case I'll need to redo mine.
Do we have to stat them up in the submission? In which case I'll need to redo mine.Will you allow traits ?
And what about starting gold ?And I don't have the PF Beta rules, what does the racial HP bonus do (apart from extra HP I guess ;))
-TDL
2 traits: may be pulled from the Pathfinder RPG Character Traits PDF or the RotRL Players Guide, both available from the Paizo site.
Starting gold at max for class, per PFRPG rules.
Starting at level 1, so hp = max for die type + Con bonus + racial bonus as follows:
Elf, gnome, halfling: +4 hp
Half-elf, human: +6
Dwarf, Half-orc: +8
Nope, concepts are fine. Once the list goes up, I'll ask everyone to create their character as an alt of these boards. A rough example is here.
Mine is sent in now as well.
Concept sent...
Concept sent .. and character alias is done .. already had one which I remodeled to a new character :)
I have submitted my concept.
Some very good concepts coming in, thanks for your submissions. As a reminder, the recruitment ends tomorrow, 2/25 at 12 noon Eastern. At that point, I will make final decisions and put out the list. There WILL be 6 players in this go-around.
Once the list goes up, I will start the OOC and IC threads. I expect everyone to have their PC developed as an alias on these boards no later than Monday. Once the IC thread opens up, feel free to post. Describe yourself. Why are you in Sandpoint? What are you doing? Get a chance to know each other. I will use the weekend to review the PCs, and we can make any changes that may be necessary. Come Monday, we start.
On that note, I have no idea who has prior knowledge of the RotRL AP. Nor do I need to know. Just don't let player knowledge migrate into PC knowledge.
Let me re-iterate something I stated before - I am making a commitment, you should too. Just as you would commit Saturday nights to your local group, remember that you have 6 people counting on you here as well. I understand how slow a campaign in this type of media can move. I also know that some pbp campaigns are moving (relatively) quickly. That is up to us as a group. Keep it moving, and if you can't keep up for some reason, let me know, I will help.
That is the nice-guy portion - the reality is that I reserve the right to remove those players who are holding up the flow. I don't mean that you will be replaced because you went on vacation. As I said before, just let me (and us) know ahead of time. If you up and disappear, however...well, then you disappear.
I have purposely not included anything mentioning Sandpoint in his background btw.
I also hope this PbP doesn't die down over the weekend ... I still have no idea why that would happen.
-TDL
I have purposely not included anything mentioning Sandpoint in his background btw.
** spoiler omitted **
I also hope this PbP doesn't die down over the weekend ... I still have no idea why that would happen.
-TDL
As far as the weekend concerns, I will be keeping up with those who post, and adding content to the story. The time was allotted to provide those who get in an opportunity to bring it all together for Monday. If it looks like everyone is ready to go before then...well...fate has a funny way of intervening...
I'm ready to ge whenever, if chosen that is.
I'm always available and at a laptop, so once twice a day shouldn't be a problem for me.
Good luck, everyone!
<fingers crossed>
Tough field!! We'll see how things play out! :)
As much as I'm liking what I see for potential characters so far, I'm loving the enthusiasm every bit as much. Even if I'm not selected to join this band, I look forward to reading along!
Popping in a few times a day shouldn't be a problem at all. Especially if I'm able to post from my blackberry.
First time PBPer, concept has been sent....
Today is the day! Good luck everyone! But I still hope I win! :p
Waiting for decision.....
Aaaaaannnnnddd...closed! Ok everyone, the recruitment phase is closed. The following list is where I will be choosing from:
Pietro Venizzi, Human Rogue
Harku Earthsong, Human Summoner
Rogar Hammergun, Dwarf Cleric
Gimblethorp Boddynock, Gnome Illusionist
Yelena Shukhov, Human Sorceress
Del, Half-Elf Ranger
Torillan Ellandilas, Half-Elf Fighter
Brutaecess (Tae), Elven Fighter
Kaddok, Human Barbarian(/druid)
Delwyn Mane, Human Fighter (/rogue)
Anwar, Half-Elf Druid
Khalad Orlon, Human Barbarian
Dalwyn Dizzleshine, Gnome Summoner
Thanks to all for the submissions. They are all good concepts (can't make it easy on a guy, can you?). I will have the final list up on the OOC thread here later today. Check there for more info a bit later.
If the choice were based solely on party utility, it seems the cleric, rogue, and sorceress would be locks, leaving the other 10 applicants, including my character, to fight for the last 3 spots.
I hate being right all the time!! LOL... Have fun to those who made it!