DM Patcher's "Master of the Fallen Fortress" OOC thread


Play-by-Post Discussion


Welcome to the OOC thread! To recount:

jlighter - Alerio of the Shadow
angryscrub - Will of the Hundred Scars
Beckett - Soth-Loren the Raven Knight
James Martin - Godwin Cailean
Mos Anted - Anath Matteus

Here is a brief summary of what the adventure entails:

You are in Absalom, the mighty City at the Center of the World,
and you’ve always longed to explore one of the countless ruins of
failed conquerors that litter the plains outside the city’s walls.

You’ve heard rumors that one of the sealed siege castles has
been laid open by a minor earthquake. Word on the street is
that no one has yet entered the tower, which folks are calling the
“Fallen Fortress.” What better way to start a life of excitement
and adventure than by exploring its long-abandoned, dusty
halls and perhaps claiming its ancient treasures?

We will start once you've discussed your in-game character associations. Almost anything works. I will tell you if it doesn't.


I am watching your OOCNess!


well Will would definitely have been hanging out around libraries and/or university type places if anyone else has a reason to be in those style areas.


Male Human Cavalier 1

Mmmm, not too familiar with Absalom, but my Anath would likely be in the stables seeing after his horse, near some arms merchant looking at his wares, or perhaps near and Eagle Knight outpost, if they have presence in Absalom.


Will admit I am also unfamiliar with Absalom, so don't worry too much. It's a huge city, which means it most likely supports most hobbies and adventurers.

Liberty's Edge

Unless someone wants to have an association (I have no problem with that), Soth-Loren will likely be fairly be to town. I am thinking a character similar to Sturm Brightblade (near his death), an ex-Mendavan crusader who needed a break from the constant war to "clear his soul". I am an Assimar, but I don't concider that anything special, though I do feel I have some great destiny.

Being an ex-Taldan, now faithful Andoran, my goal is to create an new faction within the Eagle Knights based around the higher concepts of Taldor prior to it's fall and the less chaotic or nuetral ideals of Andoran. The Raen Knights, a group dedicaed to watching out for Andoran's moral and morale, curbing corruption, and acting as wise councilors to kep the nation strong and it's ideals pure.

I plan on the character being patient and caring, political, and good-hearted, probably reactionary, and possibly councilor to the group. Let me know thoughts/suggestions, and if there are any roles I need to fill, or if someone wants to fill one I have.

I might also have to be the "tank"?

Sovereign Court RPG Superstar 2010 Top 16, 2011 Top 32

Godwin is new to town, having fled there after his trouble in Almas. He'll likely be hanging out near the docks, trying to find a cheap inn and possibly a job to tide him over under he finds real work.

Godwin's a likeable fellow, friendly and jovial and free-spirited. He's probably the skill monkey/lock tripper of the group.


Male Human Cavalier 1

I'm going to expand on my character's background/motivations:

He is a born Andoran, an idealist, and fervent believer in the Andoran ideals of Freedom and Equality. His parents were slaves freed during the Andoran uprising, and they managed to become successful entrepeneurs afterwards. Thus, while he never experienced slavery first hand, he has a past with it. He is an aspiring Eagle Knight, dreaming to join their ranks and fight tyranny and slavery wherever they rear their ugly heads.


And here's Godwin!

Anath, Godwin is also an Andoran, from Almas and aspires to be an Eagle Knight as well, though he focuses more on the releasing from bondage parts... He and Anath may have met on the sea voyage from Almas to Absalom, if you'd like.


Male Human Cavalier 1
Godwin Cailean wrote:

And here's Godwin!

Anath, Godwin is also an Andoran, from Almas and aspires to be an Eagle Knight as well, though he focuses more on the releasing from bondage parts... He and Anath may have met on the sea voyage from Almas to Absalom, if you'd like.

Sounds good to me! Looks like we have 3 aspiring Eagle Knights... this ought to be interesting :)

Soth-Loren, The Raven Knight wrote:
I might also have to be the "tank"?

Well, I'm pretty Tank-ish myself, especially with the Order of the Shield abilities, so you can leave the job of damage-sponge to me ;)


As it stands right now, I think we can try to get this show on the road at 20:00 GMT+1 tomorrow. I will link the thread here once it has been created.

Being aspiring Eagle Knights works in our favour - you could be recruits or newly initiated members ordered to scout the fortress. As for those of you not interested in the Eagle Knights, maybe a combination of "being hired for your unique abilities" and "supposedly <insert object of spiritual/intellectual value here> was there" could be done?

Either way, I'm pleased with your involvement. We just need to hear from jlighter, but otherwise, it begins tomorrow.

Shadow Lodge

That's fine by me. I didn't realize we had a Cavalier. I'm also happy most seem to be already built to work well together.


Male Human Cavalier 1

If my calculations are correct, I'm not going to be able to join tomorrow (May 3rd) in a timely manner. I'd probably be able to about 1 hour later though. I'm sorry, and I hope this is not a huge inconvenience :(


while not particularly interested in becoming an eagle knight, he is definitely sympathetic with them. in fact, it seems reasonable if there are any he would have approached them looking for info.

will is definitely friendly and gregarious. perhaps drinking buddies? godwin at least should be into that.


Male Human Cavalier 1
Anath Matteus wrote:
If my calculations are correct, I'm not going to be able to join tomorrow (May 3rd) in a timely manner. I'd probably be able to about 1 hour later though. I'm sorry, and I hope this is not a huge inconvenience :(

UPDATE: Stuff happened (and is still going on) so I might make it in time. Cross your fingers ;)


@Anath - keep in mind that this is PBP: you'll be playing through forum posts (due to convenience sake and time differences everywhere), so it doesn't matter to me if you can't post within the hour or half a day of the module starting.

Having said that, I do want everybody to try to post at least once per day. The more, the better.


Male Human Cavalier 1
DM Patcher wrote:

@Anath - keep in mind that this is PBP: you'll be playing through forum posts (due to convenience sake and time differences everywhere), so it doesn't matter to me if you can't post within the hour or half a day of the module starting.

Having said that, I do want everybody to try to post at least once per day. The more, the better.

There should be no problem then :D


The topic will open in 30 minutes (I need to eat and stuff) - I just wanted to add to the previous note that if you know in advance that you can't post for a day or two, informing me and the other players of this would be preferable.


And we're off!

http://paizo.com/paizo/messageboards/community/gaming/playByPost/dMPatchers MasterOfTheFallenFortress

Keep in mind that I am still new to all of this, and I apologise if it gets awkward.


just realized i forgot to buy gear. are we doing average gold to start? i'm just gonna get a crossbow, staff, backpack, and rations most likely.


Go with average gold for your class. Will let you fix your inventory and such until you get to the crossroads.

Shadow Lodge

Undead masquerading as Human

Hey. Sorry I'm late in joining in. My Internet is going through a weird phase. I'm beginning to suspect Comcast of punishing my household for making use of Netflix streaming. I'm going to shift Alerio over to the Rogue build and fill in the background. He's local, son of a semi-prosperous merchant-crafter. Post soon!


You have freedom to RP for a little while, I want to see all of you posting before you get to the crossroads (and things get interesting).


DM Patcher wrote:

And we're off!

http://paizo.com/paizo/messageboards/community/gaming/playByPost/dMPatchers MasterOfTheFallenFortress

Keep in mind that I am still new to all of this, and I apologise if it gets awkward.

Linkified

Liberty's Edge

I'm sorry, I was/am having some sudden medical issues. I want t stay in, and will try to tonight definetly, I just wanted to let people know why I hadn't posted yet.


No worries, the adventure hasn't truly begun yet.


I hope you're enjoying yourselves. :3


so far so good. i've never run a sorcerer before so i'm really curious to see how it goes. also can't wait to meet the master of the fallen fortress. heh.


Male Human Cavalier 1

It's my first PBP experience, so it's new to me, but doing OK. =D


I apologise for the infrequent posting, I won't be able to post anything for the next thirteen hours either. Once you get to the tower, though, I'll pick things up.


Alerio/jlighter, I assume since you haven't replied in a couple of days that you are having some internet/real life difficulties? In either case, you're still with the group, but I'll be doing your actions until you get back.

Shadow Lodge

Undead masquerading as Human

My apologies. I was unexpectedly unable to get to an Internet connection for the last couple of days.


jlighter wrote:
My apologies. I was unexpectedly unable to get to an Internet connection for the last couple of days.

No worries. Are you still at risk of losing your connection, or?

Shadow Lodge

Undead masquerading as Human

No, it was a temporary thing. Unless somebody decides to take a hatchet to the cables, I shouldn't be at risk of losing the ability to check at least once per 24 hours.


This is a good a time as any to ask what you think so far of how combat was handled, and ask if there's a way for me to improve my style in general.


So far it's been ok as far as I'm concerned =D


I apologise for my slow respondes, I've had a couple of rough days. Will post tomorrow morn when I wake up.


A bit OOC here, but I'm starting up a Legacy of Fire AP in a little under two weeks, and you're all welcome to apply.

Link to recruitment thread.

Though be forewarned that you won't be able to carry on with the characters used in this module since the rules are stricter.


This slowed down to an absolute crawl. Would you prefer to call it quits now, or is it just a very busy month for all of you?


DM Patcher wrote:
This slowed down to an absolute crawl. Would you prefer to call it quits now, or is it just a very busy month for all of you?

Busy last few days. Travelling and job interviews all in one. After Monday's holiday I'll be back up to snuff!


yeah, sorry, between the holiday, job, and upcoming wedding this weekend kinda got away from me.


Well i'm still in. Since the posting has slowed down I Have been checking the thread only once a day, though if it picks up again I'll be posting more frequently.

And damnation! I missed out on the Legacy of Fire recruiting! That's what I get for not paying attention to the OOC thread :/


guys, as an aside, my wedding is only a week away now, and while i'll still be reading from my phone, my posting will be prolly almost nonexistent for about two weeks. dm patcher, feel free to do whatever you like with my character while i'm mostly incommunicado.


With three people being all but absent or having left, I'm afraid I will end it now. I apologise. Thank you for helping me with my first online DMing experience, and it has been invaluable. Maybe I'll see you in another game, another time.


Sorry 'bout that DM. I was awful busy with family this weekend. Still, I'd be happy to join you again any other time. This was my first experience too and very informative. Thanks!


Mos Anted wrote:
Sorry 'bout that DM. I was awful busy with family this weekend. Still, I'd be happy to join you again any other time. This was my first experience too and very informative. Thanks!

Be on the lookout for future APs. Once RL slows down a bit, I might start another one - even if this didn't end too well, I did enjoy it.


Too bad, but I understand. Still, I had a good time and hope to do so again in the future!

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