Running Themed Events

[Brian Cea]

To All,
I was thinking of running some monthly themed events in the near future reflective of specific groups and holidays. I've done such with in -house and Con games but I would like to envision a Society level of participation or at least input on this idea- whether it has been done or if there are plans to do so.

For October, each session would be an adventure that would invoke the Spirit of Halloween (literally:)) by running games that revolve around the undead, spirits or other favorite hauntings. Put a big bowl of candy in the middle of the table for each game and come the actual holiday, award extra boons to those who show up in costume!

***One of my most fondest gaming memories as a kid was my group running through Castle Ravenloft on All Hallows Eve at my DMs candle lit dining room with MJ's Thriller playing in the background!

For November, as a vet and LEO, I know alot of players who are the same... so I was thinking of running a Veteran's Appreciation Day or even Month of sessions allowing for extra boons to anyone who plays as or with a vet at a session. Adventures could be those of a more martial theme.

Any ideas from any level of experience or PFS position would be highly appreciated. I have emailed Mr. Brock about the idea and eagerly await his input.

And if it hasn't been done yet, I propose the October/Halloween idea be a great start!

[Nimon]

Sounds like a good concept. I too like to play with fellow veterans. I have been trying to get PFS started in my college, but unfortunatly the players I meet are more interested in home games. If I ever could get a PFS started I would try this idea.

[Eric Clingenpeel]

I run a private monthly game for three couples. I always try to have some kind of theme to the two scenarios I run when we play. One of the last times I ran Murder on the Throaty Mermaid and Perils of the Pirate Pact. The hostess (my cousin and an awesome cook) then prepared food to go with the theme. I believe it was fish and chips for lunch, and turkey legs with seaweed and shells (spinach linguine and shell pasta in butter and parm. cheese) for supper.

We've done similar weekends with a theme of scenarios and food, and its been a lot of fun.

I for one would love to see more groups embrace such a thing as you suggest. It can be a lot of fun.