The judging is going fast and furious now. More and more items are getting locked into the Top 32. In fact, we may be down to just one last spot and then the selection of our alternates now. And it's been an interesting exercise in collaboration with the judges. I think everyone's in for a real treat once RPG Superstar goes live. So, hang in there everyone! It's not that far away anymore...
It's like waiting for Christmas, only worse cause at least with Christmas you know you're getting a present but right now you might not get anything.
Hmm. Once the judges have the items and alternates locked down, can we start posting on a 'Clark Give me Feedback!' thread, since at that point the anonymity of posters will no longer impact the judging?
I'd recommend against that. Personally, I just think it's bad form to jump straight into a "Critique My Item" thread as soon as the Top 32 goes live, because it detracts from giving those competitors the attention they (and their items) deserve.
Here's my recommendation: Wait.
Let Sean start off such a thread rather than beginning one on your own. He already has something in mind for it anyway. And, it would be better if one of the judges kicked that off to make it official. I'm sure it'll pick up steam right away. And, for those interested in getting their request for feedback up as quickly as possible, you just need to keep watching for Sean's thread to appear...and maybe a blog post announcing it, too? (if that isn't too much to ask)
Just my two cents,
--Neil
Yep. That was last year, because I believe someone started such a thread early and Clark wanted to keep it organized.
Yep. That was last year, because I believe someone started such a thread early and Clark wanted to keep it organized.
And (just to be pedantic, because nitpicking judge's statements is the new trend this year!) back in the 2009 Clark thread Clark also created the thread ahead of time, plus asked people to hold off posting their items until a full day after the 32 were announced just to give the contestants a little time to shine by themselves. Looking at it now that... didn't quite happen, but at least people held off till after midnight. :-)
It's like waiting for Christmas, only worse cause at least with Christmas you know you're getting a present but right now you might not get anything.Apparently the judges are dirty, dirty teases this year. Announcing they're practically ready to announce, and only 5 days left. 5 days of knowing they're done. 5 days of just waiting to see who made it and who didn't. I can't think of how this could be any more of a painful wait.
Yes, what's with all these tortuous postings? Stop the pain!
They feed on your cries of anguish.
It's like waiting for Christmas, only worse cause at least with Christmas you know you're getting a present but right now you might not get anything.Apparently the judges are dirty, dirty teases this year. Announcing they're practically ready to announce, and only 5 days left. 5 days of knowing they're done. 5 days of just waiting to see who made it and who didn't.
Well, remember we need a few days for technical issues of moving and publicizing the Top 32, some time for the guest judges to give their comments before the Top 32 go public, and so on. :)
It's like waiting for Christmas, only worse cause at least with Christmas you know you're getting a present but right now you might not get anything.
At very least, you'll be getting 32 awesometasticalicious wondrous items to pore over. :D
Apparently the judges are dirty, dirty teases this year. Announcing they're practically ready to announce, and only 5 days left.
Well, if they don't post status updates every 24 hours, restless forumgoers may succumb to the mounting pressure and/or boredom, and remain with no choice but to fight over contest rules, guidelines, and judging process.
Well I think the problem is round 1 is just so freaking long; and for many (like myself)who submitted early you pretty much had to wait the entire first round (46 days). But now with 41 days down and only 5 to go I look forward to seeing what magic items made it into the top 32.
And...the Top 32 are locked in now! The judges are just haggling over (and ranking) the remaining alternates. And then we'll go back and review our comments. Couldn't be any closer to being done now. And there's some neat stuff in this year's group. So, get ready for the big reveal...
...on Tuesday, January 18th. ;-)
He's teasing within the tease... Monday is the 17th, Tuesday is the 18th!
Or am I dilerious (sp?)?
"Tell me about the rabbits, tell me about the rabbits..."
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And...the Top 32 are locked in now! The judges are just haggling over (and ranking) the remaining alternates. And then we'll go back and review our comments. Couldn't be any closer to being done now. And there's some neat stuff in this year's group. So, get ready for the big reveal...
** spoiler omitted **
Not just evil. But, Chaotic Evil. You, sir, are meaner than the Grinch. :P
He's teasing within the tease... Monday is the 17th, Tuesday is the 18th!
I know not of which you speak. ;-P
Not just evil. But, Chaotic Evil.
Oh, but you're so wrong. There's an absolute plan and method to everything I do. If I'm evil, at least give me the respect of acknowledging I'm Lawful Evil.
And, besides, aren't all these updates and posts "helpful"...? I know I like to think of them that way. ;->
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Not just evil. But, Chaotic Evil.Oh, but you're so wrong. There's an absolute method to everything I do. If I'm evil, at least give me the respect of acknowledging I'm Lawful Evil.
And, besides, aren't all these updates and posts "helpful"...? I know I like to think of them that way. ;-D
Oh so very helpful. Sort of like telling a recovering alcoholic that you are at a party drinking the best beer you've ever had. :P
That would be a lot harder for me to pull off. I don't drink. Or, at least, not alcohol. You see, I've been working on a certain vampire adventure lately...
Heh.
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Great news and thanks to all the hard work from the judges.
I told myself not to spend too much time here right now as it is futile - but you get drawn back again. Will my item fare better as last year?
A year ago I was sure I had a great item - it took me a long time to understand some weakness in the item. So this year I'm sure I have improved over the last year.
Will it be good enough? Well - the decision is made - just a few days more and I will know as well. If I don't make it - all the best to the deserving 32 who made it.
Thod
Not just evil. But, Chaotic Evil.Oh, but you're so wrong. There's an absolute plan and method to everything I do. If I'm evil, at least give me the respect of acknowledging I'm Lawful Evil.
And, besides, aren't all these updates and posts "helpful"...? I know I like to think of them that way. ;->
Actually, I think its a case of Neil IS Chaotic Evil - its his proof reading partner that puts the Law into his plans.
Actually I would say Neil is LN, with slight slips or missteps into evil:
Taken from the PRD
Lawful Neutral: A lawful neutral character acts as law, tradition, or a personal code directs her. Order and organization are paramount. She may believe in personal order and live by a code or standard, or she may believe in order for all and favor a strong, organized government.
Lawful neutral means you are reliable and honorable without being a zealot.
Actually I would say Neil is LN, with slight slips or missteps into evil:
Taken from the PRD
Lawful Neutral: A lawful neutral character acts as law, tradition, or a personal code directs her. Order and organization are paramount. She may believe in personal order and live by a code or standard, or she may believe in order for all and favor a strong, organized government.Lawful neutral means you are reliable and honorable without being a zealot.
Except that Neil enjoys causing us suffering and misery.
I wouldn't say he enjoys causing suffering but then I wouldn't say he was upset by it, which leads to the Neutral part of his alignment and why I stated he slips into evil.
Now to write like he does, which I admire tremendously, he most definitely needs to be lawful of some sort.
So that is why I said he is LN.
Letsa be honest... If any of us was wearing the Shoes of the Judge, would you pass on the chance to tease the whole community? :P
Oh I would abuse it like you wouldn't believe.
I'm a DM - and we re-define the meaning of Evil Neil.
And don't you players forget it!
And now we're down to one last selection for our last remaining alternate. Everyone give Sean a hard time...as he's the last to go on record with an alternate "golden ticket" selection. ;->
And...the Top 32 are locked in now. The judges are just haggling over (and ranking) the remaining alternates.Now that post is just plain mean, just mean man. My anticipation wasn't that bad until I read this! Now i'll be nail biting and getting no sleep all weekend, just to wait for Tuesday!
Actually I find it relaxing. At this point there is nothing more for me to do. After all the writing, editing, nail biting, rewriting, clever posting, formatting, positive thinking, less than clever posting, second guessing, pizza delivered (anonymously :) to judge's door-ing, anything else will no longer change the outcome. It is done and I have done what I can to influence it. It is fully out of my hands.
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Letsa be honest... If any of us was wearing the Shoes of the Judge, would you pass on the chance to tease the whole community? :P
Neil has at least shown some measure of restraint compared to some posters I could imagine.
And so Neil, you have almost concluded on the what but when do you find out the who?
Best Regards
Herremann the Wise
We'll find out the "who" the same time you do. We have no idea who designed these items. We just like'em. :-)
I'm confident! I made Top 37.
I beleive my item may have had a fatal flaw that removed me from advancing. Only 5 days remain until I know for sure. If that is the case, I am going to open myself up for critism just like I do every year.
They feed on your cries of anguish.
LOLZ!
*sigh* I really need to find a job that either:
a.) captures my attention more fully, or;
b.) at the very least, gives me less time to lurk on the interwebs.
*casts detect evil, glances at Neil* "... sweet Desna! I'm... I'm BLIND!!!..."
There may in fact be times where our esteemed judges 'torture' of giving us these updates feels like purest Eeee-vil. But the truth is their feeble attempts to cause us suffering and anguish from which to feed, are like the tender caresses of fluffy poodle kisses, compared to the festering caldron of white-hot agony I inflict upon myself, forged within the demonic crucible of my own fevered imaginings.
Good thing my local group is gaming this weekend; something to take my mind off this contest. Woe be to the party, though; I'm seeing a TPK in their immediate future.
man, I need chocolate. Or something.
"I shall hug him and squeeze him and call him George..."
"...and he will be my friend!" ;-)
"I shall hug him and squeeze him and call him George...""...and he will be my friend!" ;-)
So, does that make Mr Reynolds the Tasmanian Devil then? :P
If I'm evil, at least give me the respect of acknowledging I'm Lawful Evil.Huzzah! Dibs on being the first paladin of The Spicer! Eat your hearts out Paladins of Azzy. :p
So, does that make Mr Reynolds the Tasmanian Devil then? :P
"One'a order Wild Tofurkey Suprize, a'com'in up!" [/Bugs Bunny]
If I'm evil, at least give me the respect of acknowledging I'm Lawful Evil.Huzzah! Dibs on being the first paladin of The Spicer! Eat your hearts out Paladins of Azzy. :p
Err, no thanks. That's something one of those heathens who worship a demon like Lamashtu might do... And I mean that in the best possibly intentioned and kindest of ways.
If I'm evil, at least give me the respect of acknowledging I'm Lawful Evil.Huzzah! Dibs on being the first paladin of The Spicer! Eat your hearts out Paladins of Azzy. :pErr, no thanks. That's something one of those heathens who worship a demon like Lamashtu might do... And I mean that in the best possibly intentioned and kindest of ways.
You're getting your mythology mixed up. And anyway, those are just wicked nasty rumours spread by bad people. Our goddess is kind, caring, and entirely family orientated. And she's not prejudiced about races - or even whole species - the way a lot of narrow-minded folk are...
I'm confident! I made Top 37.
Oh I'm sure a lot of us tied for 37th