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Hey,
This thread got me thinking… how many people are on the site who aren’t yet familiar with the Pathfinder system? I imagine there must be a few, so I figured it might be a good idea to run a PbP to get them up to speed—So, if you’re out there and are interested in trying out Pathfinder, please post here and I’ll see about putting a game together.
I’d like at least three newbies, and once those are signed up maybe a couple of more experienced players to round it out a little (and help me out a little when it comes to explaining the rules).
As for the game itself, I’m thinking of setting it in Absalom, with all players being initiates to the Pathfinder Society (Yeah, it’s a bit clichéd to have in game training at the same time as the introduction to the rules, but I think it works.)
I'm interested in trying it out!
I'm gonna buy the core rule book today or this weekend!
I've only played Rolemaster so far I m a total newbie 2 RPG
so far the guys i played with helped a LOT with the rule side of the game
Hey,
This thread got me thinking… how many people are on the site who aren’t yet familiar with the Pathfinder system? I imagine there must be a few, so I figured it might be a good idea to run a PbP to get them up to speed—So, if you’re out there and are interested in trying out Pathfinder, please post here and I’ll see about putting a game together.
I’d like at least three newbies, and once those are signed up maybe a couple of more experienced players to round it out a little (and help me out a little when it comes to explaining the rules).
As for the game itself, I’m thinking of setting it in Absalom, with all players being initiates to the Pathfinder Society (Yeah, it’s a bit clichéd to have in game training at the same time as the introduction to the rules, but I think it works.)
Sign me up... I've got some of the books and read through them but have yet to play (starting a game this weekend, though so I may be DQ'd lol). I have never done a PbP game though.
Everyone suggested I play a Rogue next so I was thinking of that!
Maybe a good idea would be a background where it makes sense I dont know the world very well, maybe also bit naive even if i have a quick wit and can be totally charming!
I'm new to the setting, but fairly experienced with the rules. (And happy to help out there.) That said, I've never done pbp before, so I'm a noob there as well. 2 out of 3?
That looks 2 of your 3. I'd be up for this as well.
I have been running a Pathfinder game for a couple weeks now, and have been playing 3.5 and 4E for a couple years before that, but I'd love an opportunity to make sure that I'm doing it right and to fill a spot in the party.
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Okay, so it's Jenny and TheChozyn who haven't played yet, and Castarr4 and Talonne with at least a little experience... I'll try to fit you all in (PbPs can usually handle larger groups, and I might start an extra game if there's a lot of interest), but I'm probably going to give priority to those with less experience if we get full.
I'm going to wait until Monday before finalising the list to give everyone a chance, but you can get started on coming up with ideas for characters now.
The Pathfinder Wiki is a great place to find information about the setting, though there's plenty of background choices that might result in limited knowledge. I won't be assuming any of you to know anything in particular, so I'll be happy to answer any questions about the setting that your character would know but you don't (provided I know of course).
ThanX for the Korvosa link it helps a lot!
I guess that's where we are starting right?
So how does it work to create a character?
Is it OK if I play a human rogue?
Until you're more familiar with the system, it's best if you have physical character sheets rather than a spreadsheet or something. First you should print some of those out... they're provided for free on the Paizo site. Need a link?
Then your character needs stats (ability scores)... the method for generating those is up to the GM. Is it "DM" or "GM" for Pathfinder?
Then we go from there...
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ThanX for the Korvosa link it helps a lot!
I guess that's where we are starting right?So how does it work to create a character?
Is it OK if I play a human rogue?
Sorry, that's just the featured article on the main page of the wiki, we'll be starting in Absalom, the 'City at the Centre of the World'.
Yep, a human rogue is good. I'll wait until everyone is signed up before going into the mechanics of character creation, so for now you can focus on your characters personality and history.
Obviously, it will be tricky for you to come up with a detailed background since you don't know much about the setting. If you come up with a general idea (street urchin, haughty noble, etc.), I'll help you link it to Golarion.
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Until you're more familiar with the system, it's best if you have physical character sheets rather than a spreadsheet or something. First you should print some of those out... they're provided for free on the Paizo site. Need a link?
Then your character needs stats (ability scores)... the method for generating those is up to the GM. Is it "DM" or "GM" for Pathfinder?
Then we go from there...
Good point, here's the link. If you want to get thinking about ability scores, we'll be using the 20 point buy described under the 'purchase' option. There's a description of the different ability scores a little further down the same page.
I'm an experienced player but I haven't played in a game in about ten years, so I guess I could be considered a noob as far as PFRPG goes. Also I have never done a pbp and would like to try it.
I'm interested in trying it out!
I'm gonna buy the core rule book today or this weekend!
I've only played Rolemaster so far I m a total newbie 2 RPG
so far the guys i played with helped a LOT with the rule side of the game
If you are interested in at least reading how a pbp may go, I just started a pbp that you can read through. I suggest it because its still a new one, so it wont take long to read. If you like it (or any other pbp campaign) you can always read and follow along as it develops. I would recommend keeping any commentary to the OOC thread all of these campaigns have.
Then, you can click on the name of any of my players to see how they did a character alias on this site.
I would be interested if you have room still. I havent really played a pathfinder game as of yet, but i have played 3x so it shouldn't be too much of a difference.
Here is the beginning of an idea: I m a foreigner/immigrant to Absolom (explains my accent and bad writing! giggle). My Blonde hair and clear eyes would say I m from one of those northern countries but its just speculation.
If I have a family somewhere I dont speak of it.
I was pawned off ever since I got to Absolom from one place to the next. At first I was a serving girl but when my looks began to "develop" people started 2 realize they could make good money off me. Look good, entertain, dance, be polite, smile, do what you re told: that s what I was taught. Then I meet this dashing rogue. At first he was a "client" and I was his private dancer. Then wanted me 2 be exclusive for him. I was totally in love!
I learned from him a lot about the rogue ways. Not necessalrely cuz he showed me but cuz i m a fast learner. he wasnt a bad person but he wasnt good neither. plus he was insanely jealous.
One day he picked a fight over someone that wanted me: he lost. I was all alone again. Was I gonna go back to be a private entertainer? screw that! I had watched him a lot and learn useful sklls from him. skills that would help me survive Absolom on my own!
watch out city: I am gonna make something of myself! :-)
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watch out city: I am gonna make something of myself! :-)
Sounds good, you could be a Ulfen originally from the Lands of the Linnorm Kings.
Since I'm aiming for everyone to be Initiates in the Pathfinder Society, I'd like you to have a motivation for joining. Of course, it could be as simple as the fact that Pathfinders often find lots of treasure, and the skills you learned from your dashing rogue are valued in the Society.
Jenny, I think that look rather good, but you may want to add a bit more to the end there. Calixymenthillian (that's way too hard to spell) mentioned something about wanting all the characters to be new initiates into the Pathfinder Society. As far as I know, the Pathfinders are an organized group of adventurers based in Absolom whose goal is to explore the world or something.
Core classes, only, I presume? I had a nifty idea for an oracle when I saw that class, if not.
Edit: ninja'd
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I'm an experienced player but I haven't played in a game in about ten years, so I guess I could be considered a noob as far as PFRPG goes. Also I have never done a pbp and would like to try it.
Yep, I'd say you'd count as new to the game.
Once we have all of the people who haven't played 3.x/Pathfinder much or at all sorted, I'll try to fit as many of the rest of you in as I can.
Initiates in the Pathfinder Society?
tell me more about who they are please!
I was thinking maybe her goal one day would be to have enough cash to open something BIG like a HUGE entertainer s place like a theater/dance hall/ etc think vegas casino in absolom! :-)
Does that work?
I'm an experienced player but I haven't played in a game in about ten years, so I guess I could be considered a noob as far as PFRPG goes. Also I have never done a pbp and would like to try it.Yep, I'd say you'd count as new to the game.
Once we have all of the people who haven't played 3.x/Pathfinder much or at all sorted, I'll try to fit as many of the rest of you in as I can.
Do you think you'd have room for me, Calix? If so I'll start working on a character tonight. Probably a Paladin or Fighter of some sort.
for her abilities i m not sure i may need help here!
I imagine her not strong not tough
But very fast, very seXXy and seductive: her main strengths!
maybe not book smarts but quick wit and a fast learner (not sure wat that would make in INT), not specially wise but intuitive (not sure about WIS too)
she fights sneaky and dirty, tries to avoid combat all together if possible! Hey I m a LOVER not a brawler!
skills i m not sure
she s good at talking her way out of trouble or using her charm to get her way!
she also knows how to hide well and uses it to fight sneaky
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Initiates in the Pathfinder Society?
tell me more about who they are please!I was thinking maybe her goal one day would be to have enough cash to open something BIG like a HUGE entertainer s place like a theater/dance hall/ etc think vegas casino in absolom! :-)
Does that work?
The Pathfinder Society is a group of treasure hunter, archeologists, historians and adventurers that operate all over Golarion.
To become a Pathfinder, you must first join as an initiate to be trained, and prove yourself before becoming a full fledged member. I'll be starting the game just before you all take the tests to be accepted as initiates.
Thanx 4 the link Calix!
I have an idea then why she would want 2 be part of it
It has 2 do with the more Exotic side of the Society
is there a way to mess you so some things stay private?
is it okay to do that?
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for her abilities i m not sure i may need help here!
From that I'd say that you'd be going for high Charisma and Dexterity, with better than average Intelligence and Wisdom... maybe something like Str 8, Dex 16, Con 10, Int 14, Wis 12, Cha 16?
For your skills, it sounds like you'll want at least Stealth, Diplomacy and Bluff.
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Thanx 4 the link Calix!
I have an idea then why she would want 2 be part of it
It has 2 do with the more Exotic side of the Society
is there a way to mess you so some things stay private?
is it okay to do that?
You can either use spoilers, or you can email me at
sounds GREAT to me so far!
my pride wuld hope 4 higher CHA but u gotta stay humble right? giggle KIDDING!
the skills sound sgreat too!
TEMPTING! but the other way around sounds more balanced right?
wat do u think?
TEMPTING! but the other way around sounds more balanced right?
wat do u think?
I'd recommend the first too.
I'm going for my "cultured" Human Barbarian.
Not just a big lumbering brute, has solid intelligence. He just goes nuts in a fight, especially when one of his friends is threatend.
Sounds like it could be interesting. Do you know much about the setting?
I've been pouring over the Wikia and reading the few modules I have (got the first four of RotR before getting out of gaming in 07-08). So I know Varisia's politics well. I've got the Pathfinder Cor book, but haven't been able to sit down and pour through it, but am getting to tonight.
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Sounds like it could be interesting. Do you know much about the setting?I've been pouring over the Wikia and reading the few modules I have (got the first four of RotR before getting out of gaming in 07-08). So I know Varisia's politics well. I've got the Pathfinder Cor book, but haven't been able to sit down and pour through it, but am getting to tonight.
So perhaps a gentleman brawler from Korvosa?
Okay, I dropped my oracle idea for now, for the sake of not confusing new people.
I'm looking at making a male Vudrani cleric of Irori. Does being proficient with unarmed strike count as having the Improved Unarmed Strike feat? According to the FAQ, it should.
Daryan grew up in a small merchant family that had a small shop selling jewelery and low grade ioun stones in Sothis. He left the business to become a devoted follower of Irori, and several years later had a dream that his path to enlightenment would require travel to many places he did not recognize in his dreaming state. The dream was very vague other than that, which annoyed him. Eventually he decided that the way most likely to get him to distant lands was to join the Pathfinder Society, so that he could have support wherever he traveled, hoping that he would one day achieve enlightenment upon the road. His family gave him some money for his trip across the Inner Sea, and he left for Absolom.
Daryan is a calm, reserved young man of 22 who cares greatly about his faith in Irori. He tends to judge things around him only in respect to how they may impact him on his path to enlightenment. He does have a sense of humor, however dry it may be.
Let me know if this works for you. I still don't know a whole lot about most of the areas in Golarion, so I kept things general. I'll make the crunch soon.
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I'm looking at making a male Vudrani cleric of Irori. Does being proficient with unarmed strike count as having the Improved Unarmed Strike feat? According to the FAQ, it should.
Yep, that's how it works as far as I'm concerned. The background is good, if you have any questions, feel free to ask.
So perhaps a gentleman brawler from Korvosa?
Yeah, pretty much the choices were stay and get into big trouble or leave and find my fortunes elsewhere. The Society was a prefect fit, and he's very excited at the prospect of unearthing historical remnants and learning more about this land.
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Yeah, pretty much the choices were stay and get into big trouble or leave and find my fortunes elsewhere. The Society was a prefect fit, and he's very excited at the prospect of unearthing historical remnants and learning more about this land.
Alright, once you've had a look at the book tonight we can get started on your stats.
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I'm not a new player, but I have been looking for a game to get into, and you did say you'd like a few more experience players. I was thinking human summoner. Do you have a slot open? And if so, do you have any character creation guidelines that you want used?
You'd be the 9th player, I'm willing to go up to 10 players so your fine for now, though I hope you understand if I end up giving your place to someone who hasn't played before.
Creation wise, it's 20 point buy, preferably core only (to keep things simpler).
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I'm not a new player, but I have been looking for a game to get into, and you did say you'd like a few more experience players. I was thinking human summoner. Do you have a slot open? And if so, do you have any character creation guidelines that you want used?You'd be the 9th player, I'm willing to go up to 10 players so your fine for now, though I hope you understand if I end up giving your place to someone who hasn't played before.
Creation wise, it's 20 point buy, preferably core only (to keep things simpler).
Are you counting the APG playtest as core?
I'm not a new player, but I have been looking for a game to get into, and you did say you'd like a few more experience players. I was thinking human summoner. Do you have a slot open? And if so, do you have any character creation guidelines that you want used?You'd be the 9th player, I'm willing to go up to 10 players so your fine for now, though I hope you understand if I end up giving your place to someone who hasn't played before.
Creation wise, it's 20 point buy, preferably core only (to keep things simpler).
Where do you want stats posted?
Tanner Greyfeather is a half-elf Ranger. Tanner grew up far away from the city, the younger brother of a lumber company magnate. Tanner never understood how his brother could choose gold over nature, but then again, Tanner doesn't understand much anyhow. His brother, wanting to rid himself of Tanner's opposition to his plans, outfitted and equipped Tanner, and sent him off to the city so that Tanner may perhaps make something of himself.
Tanner is big, strong, simple and happy. While at home in the woods, Tanner enjoys other folks, so an urban environment is fun for him, too. He wants to see more of the world, but ultimately he wants to make enough money to buy his brother's business and shut it down.
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Where do you want stats posted?
You can either email them to me, my address is spoilered above, or you can make a profile for your account that contains them like this.
can i sign up? i never played PF, but i have played 3.5.