I really like playing Pathfinder, but my group is slacking heavily. My DM says he dont have enough time to prepare, but Im thinking its just a matter of how he chooses to spend his time. Fair enough, I just wanna play more, and I have no idea how to find another group.
How do you guys find new groups?
Cheers!
I have a similar problem, I run the game so that is not the problem.
I don't have a lot of players so I have to accommodate the ones I have. Any way, try running your own game, maybe the group just needs a new leader to take charge of the game. Also just hang out at the local game shop and find some players.
Also where do you live, maybe some one on the boards is looking for a group.
You could
Check your local gaming store they might have a group that plays there, or know of a group.
Check local colleges/universities for gaming groups/societies
Check the Gamer Connection section of these messageboards
Advertise for players in local media/craigslist
As always be careful when meeting strangers, go in daylight in a public place and take a Professional Wrestler with as back up :)
That is some good pieces of advice guys, thanks - it's appreciated!
And thanks for warning me Nermal - I'll put on my hat and wizard robe ;0)
That is some good pieces of advice guys, thanks - it's appreciated!
And thank's for warning me Nermal - I'll put on my hat and wizard's robe ;0)
There are also a host of websites exclusively devoted to this, some better then others. I havent used any of them, so I cant rate them. But some of them are:
near by gamers
meetup (and search for pathfinder games)
pen and paper games
you could try checking those out.
I might actually consider play-by-post. Good one - thanks Snorter!
.. And I'll definatly check out those links Kolokotroni, cheers mate!
I didn't actually believe anyone would reply to this tread, so thanks again guys, I'm really appreciating it!
ENworld's also got a new gamers seeking gamers area up and running, I believe. (although not at this exact moment, apparently, as they're installing a new server).
ENworld's also got a new gamers seeking gamers area up and running, I believe. (although not at this exact moment, apparently, as they're installing a new server).
Cool, I'll remember to look at it. Thanks!
I didnt find any players near me using those links. But I found out that some RPG-shop in the city have a irl-board for stuff like this, what-ya-know ;0)
Thanks for the inspiration everyone!
Cheers!
Gamer Connection on these boards are how I found my current group..
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I didnt find any players near me using those links. But I found out that some RPG-shop in the city have a irl-board for stuff like this, what-ya-know ;0)
Thanks for the inspiration everyone!
Cheers!
Good luck finding a group.
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I've found Meetup.com to be a good resource when I've moved or wanted to meet more players.
Also, don't forget to check for Pathfinder Society Events listed in your area on this website.
There are two kinds of in person games, those held in a private place (usually someone's home), and those in a public place.
For safety's sake, when looking for a new group I suggest you meet in a public place. Gaming stores and slower moving sit down restaurants like IHOP during less busy times of the day can be a good bet. If it's an established group they'll often have a place already - if you're setting up a new group restaurants are nice because you can chat over a meal to try to find out if the group can get along.
Giving out your address, phone number or email can be a real headache. You may consider setting up a new free email account for contact to prevent people you no longer game with from filling up your inbox.
Don't limit your search to the EXACT game you want to play. Branch out a bit, especially when looking at Meetup.com or other groups where there's no implicit commitment - when I first moved to Houston I knew no one. I went to a board gaming group where one of the guys ran a mutants and masterminds game. Another board gamer, while there, introduced himself and asked if I was interested in D&D. I met my second group on the paizo boards. Once you meet a few gamers, they will probably introduce you to others in the area, and you can begin to network. Maybe even get some of your current group to mix and match with others for a game or campaign.
Good luck!