I'm representing a small group of players. We've put together a concept we love, or the foundation for one, and we'd like to find a GM to help us pull it off.
So far we have four players. All of us know eachother well. I'd argue that we have a fairly high quality of people onboard. Excellent writers, experienced with gaming in general, and just easy to get along with folks. Since we all know each other - I'd contend that we would be very committed to sticking with the game.
We've discussed character roles and here's what we have so far: a paladin, cleric, (both devoted servants of Iomedae) bard (an archeologist, and possible pacifist) , and a sorceress. (rakshasa blooded, Chelish fugitive) If possible, we'd like to keep the game to just us - to keep the posting rate up and avoid drop outs as best we can.
While any GM will have the final say on what the plot actually consists of... We do have a few themes we'd like to visit. Two of the characters (the cleric and paladin) as conceptualized are Azlanti in appearance and perhaps more. We'd like to see the heritage, ruins, and ultimate fate of the Azlanti and Aroden play a significant part in the story.
This plays well into the other two characters. Both are "scoundrels" for lack of a better term, but by need more than nature. They (tentatively) have a potential lead for the Azlantis, and may require protection from an enemy as well. Thus there is impetus for the group to remain together, and focused.
The most important point is this: we're looking for a story heavy roleplay here. Rolls are important too... But plot and character interaction come first. Someone who feels comfortable weaving a story would be ideal. We're designing the characters with the plot's concept for this reason. We want our characters to be a living, breathing, organic part of the story. Not an awkward insertion.
If there's a potential GM who feels enticed, just let me know. We can find a venue to develop the concept further and meld it with whatever story you'd like to tell yourself.
Thanks for reading! Respond here if you like, or email me: the_incantatrix@yahoo.com
This sounds like the kind of pbp I want to run, but feared creating a game for. All too often I watch games stagnate and die due to mismatched grouping or that fiend, real life..
Any idea or votes as to where the start of the story would be?
I don't think those things would be a problem with this group.
I think we're pretty open on locale, Ghastlee. No outstanding preference.
For me personally...since we're artifact hunting...Osirion does come to mind. I've not yet played there, and I like the setting.
Oppara is also a favorite, and would obviously set a very different tone than Osirion.
And, no matter how over used it gets, Varisia will remain a personal favorite.
I'll work on it tonight and figure out where to start and under what circumstances. Is the group going to start as a group or do we need a vehicle to get them together? Also are we planning on using this site or another?
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I'm not sure whether or not you've made a decision, but I too would be very interested in running such a game.
My initial thoughts are of retelling the fall of Aroden in reverse. The players will begin with the knowledge that the god fell and learn in reverse what caused it, there may even be some form of time travel.
Artifacts would be a heavy draw for the players and the characters both.
We do have a vehicle to bring the characters together -- it's a good rationale, that give them reason to hang together, and allow for some good RP interaction.
However, we won't insist on it, if something other better fits what the GM cooks up.
I think we're still open to considering prospects, right up until we say "this is our guy."
It counts for a lot, if any of you can point to a sample of something you've previously run. Things like dialog and npc interaction are important to us -- we surely don't expect a professional novelist (we're not ourselves) but, we are seeking more of a novel sort of feel, as opposed to a dungeon crawl.
I think the initial blurb probably made that apparent...
FYI, we've been gaming on www.rpol.net. I'm not entirely sure who else (amongst us four)has an account on this board.
But I *will* get them over here, if we can't tempt our GM to RPOL. Or to other venues, if the GM has any strong preference.
THERE CAN BE ONLY ONE!
Heehee, well don't argue with an undead dragon.... ~_^
Ghastlee, could you perchance join on us RPOL? It's free and easy to set up. I'll loop you in with the other over there.
If not, I have pointed them to this thread, at least....
I can't show much in the way of running pbps because I honestly haven't. I was (until recently) hugely invested in a firefly pbp which is basically dead in the water. I will definitely check out RPOL once I get the chance in a few mins here.
The only PbP I've played in-
-sample- my character is Kyle Williams on the linked game
http://www.realroleplaying.com/rmsmf/index.php?board=599.0
My username is Araciel on that site if you wanna show me where to go heh
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I GM for pathfinder society on a regular basis and my home game running of Kingmaker is well into its second year.
You can find several games on these boards that I am participate in as a GM or a player.
Moreover, I majored in writing and I love good role playing, though I have players who prefer to fight. This is the type of game I have longed to GM for some time.
I would love to know more about the designs you've made for this campaign so I can get a better sense of what you're looking for.
Well, against a resume like that... Heheheh
Dang...I wish you guys would be up for a fifth member. This is exactly what I have been looking for as a player. :(
Heh well there is always the edit option, which I absolutely love.
(And need often)
Popping in to say DSP is awesome. :)
I even learned a new appreciation for historic Parisian landmarks from one campaign.
I have to agree with Jman72...are you absolutely sure you won't accept other players than the 4 original characters??? Of course, I would be lobbying for a sixth spot.... :)
Bah, endorsements and all! :p
Anyway, I've created a good jumping-off point for the game.
So how have you been? Got any kids yet? Starting up any more games soon? :)
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I'm glad things are better, and WHERE IN CALIFORNIA? I am from there so I can give you some tips if I know the area.
I actually do have a kid on the way! We're at 19 weeks and momma's doing great.
I have been working on a serious dungeon crawl kind of campaign that is almost ready. If I put it on the boards, you will definitely be informed :)
Generally things are pretty good! It's good to see you back on the boards.
We'll we living on base in Fort Ord, in Monterey. I hear it is beautiful out there.
You put anything up on the boards and I will jump on it. :) IF you are sure you can handle my characters again. ;P
I'm going to throw in as an non-involved third party. If y'all find an appropriate (and ambitious) GM, I'd suggest that GM might put together a second thread of _alternative_ artefact hunters.
I'm currently in a PbP that's running two sets of players, but 'separate universes'. However, I can readily foresee separate-but-occasionally-interacting groups in the same setting (comic book crossovers, anyone?).
Just food-for-thought.
Well worst-case I can keep my notes for future group.
Folks -- we do have a GM, now, pretty sure.
GM DSP was persuasive, came recommended, had the resume, etc.
Ghastlee, apologies - you were close! I always hate this part. :(
Although we are still in discussion, it looks fairly certain it will go ahead.
A second group of artifact hunters-? I'd second that, personally. :) Even if GM DSP lacks the bandwidth, perhaps it could be run by another, and (loosely) coordinated between the two GMs. Just thinking out loud.
As well, I wouldn't rule out we might want to expand beyond four players, later. To start with though, I think we want to keep it to the current cast size.
No worries, good gaming! :)
Congrats on finding a GM. Happy gaming!