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Well, I do, anyway. Two of the four scenarios he wrote for PFS are solidly in my top five favourites to run (3-01 and 3-15), and the other two are also great.
I know he's been called up to the big leagues, writing AP chapters, but can we get him back once or twice a season to write something for PFS, please? :)
Hell yes we do!
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I concur. Not only does Jim give us some of the most memorable ideas in scenarios, but they're complete with solid encounter design and nice little Easter eggs, details that extend the scope of the scenario for those who notice them. And besides, I want to know how the Foxglove sisters are getting along.
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This warms my heart no end!!!!
What a wonderful thread to find!!
I have to be honest: Mr. Compton has asked me TWICE now, and I have had to turn him down. So he has tried and if you haven't seen me, it is no fault of his. And truthfully I *WANT* to do another scenario. Its not about the money or the prestige or anything. I love PFS scenarios because, to me, they're really, fun moderate sized projects. They are excellent teaching tools for new freelancers. I love the PFS forum community, even when we have trials and tribulations.
Back when Iron Gods was being assigned I jammed my hand toward the sky. The Creative Director said, "I'm concerned. You're going like a rocket. You don't want to burn out. Sooner or later you're going to have to catch your breath." Well, that that was a paraphrase.
First, I respected his decision. Always important. But I said, "I AM INCAPABLE OF EVER BEING TIRED. I CAN DO THIS ALL DAY LONG!"
Wrong.
Guess what? James Jacobs knows what he's doing. Raw creation / authorship is hard work. And multitasking? One better be careful with the multi-tasking. Plus, there are all ready many projects I am attached to where the authors have not been announced yet, that are in the Developing and Editing stage. You will see me soon in the Campaign Setting, Companion, and Core Rules lines, and I hope you like that material.
Here's the deal. I got a couple projects on my plate that need some time and attention, and they it right now. Then I think I need to chill and process for a few weeks or a solid month. Read some books, watch some movies, play some video games. Read other Paizo author's projects and study their techniques. Recharge.
And then look for new projects. After a break. NO, I CERTAINLY DO NOT WISH TO RETIRE. Hell no.
But taking stock of this past year and what I have done, I honestly think that taking time to process what you have done and how it can be improved is important. You don't get that in a constant stream of projects. I don't at least! There are few of my colleagues who may have a different experience. Eh, they've been doing it longer too.
BACK TO PFS: If during this late spring or summer, John still wants me, I would love to do a scenario. But I need to get my house back in order and take a break though. That way I can deliver the top-notch scenario you guys deserve.
(I hope James sees this, because he deserves to be told that his decades of experience is absolutely validated.)
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First, I respected his decision. Always important. But I said, "I AM INCAPABLE OF EVER BEING TIRED. I CAN DO THIS ALL DAY LONG!"
We need to harness Jim Groves' creative spark and talent to an unstoppable creation of metal and fire to make this phrase a reality. JJ won't be able to turn him down for Iron Gods when he becomes an iron god.
On a less serious note, rest up Jim! I look forward to more PFS scenarios with your name on them.
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Damnit, why do I always end up as Baron Harkonnen!?
We all know the reason, Thursty. We all know the reason.