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The pen is not mightier than the sword.
Oh yeah? What if it's a +5 flaming burst returning seeking throwing pen, that shoots out a squirt of burning ink on impact, setting the target on fire and blinding them for 1d3 rounds if they fail a DC 20 Reflex save?
Here you go. Now you and your GM have to invent and argue about what the effects of this item will be every time it is used. Have fun.
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This is why formatting is lower on my list. I'll use it to determine who, among two comparatively equal concepts, is the better author. If perfect formatting were a requirement for writing, then there would be no need for editors.
I hear you and I agree to a certain extent.
1) The Talker- this designer has great ideas and pitches but never puts a darn thing to paper. Sometimes I get fooled and have my time wasted with a talker, talkers can't meet deadlines.
2) Talented but Lazy- this designer is almost worth it. They have rule of cool in spades and you want their work sooo bad, but they have a nasty habit of submitting underdeveloped drafts that take way too much effort to edit. Talented but Lazy tends to walk away after awhile.
3) Gonzo- always comes in with something original. This is a good thing if you're looking for side projects but bad when you're building around a theme. Gonzo usually doesn't play well with others.
4) The Mechanic- this designer colors strictly in the lines but they write well and get templates perfect. They usually completely lack mojo. You end up saying things like, "that was very functional."
5) The Egoist- this person has talent and can do some solid formatting. The problem with the egoist is they don't deal well with criticism, they either fall apart in depression or rage out. You end up handling them more often then you'd like.
6) Dr McAwesomesauce- this is that designer in your stable that occasionally makes you jealous. This is what Paizo is looking for.
I have had to deal with all 6 types and can adapt to any but 1. I like to think I'm a 6 but occasionally I fall into 3 or 5. Mechanics are actually very useful if they can take ideas from Gonzo's and bring them into the realm of reasonable. With a little work anyone can turn into a #6 (though Mechanics have the hardest time.)
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The pen is not mightier than the sword.Oh yeah? What if it's a +5 flaming burst returning seeking throwing pen, that shoots out a squirt of burning ink on impact, setting the target on fire and blinding them for 1d3 rounds if they fail a DC 20 Reflex save?
Wait...make it a dart that can function as a pen...adjust the weapon qualities to factor it being a missile weapon...crap, I think I just came up with an idea better than what I submitted.
This is why formatting is lower on my list. I'll use it to determine who, among two comparatively equal concepts, is the better author. If perfect formatting were a requirement for writing, then there would be no need for editors.I hear you and I agree to a certain extent.
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I can agree with that.
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The pen is not mightier than the sword.Oh yeah? What if it's a +5 flaming burst returning seeking throwing pen, that shoots out a squirt of burning ink on impact, setting the target on fire and blinding them for 1d3 rounds if they fail a DC 20 Reflex save?
or this
This is why formatting is lower on my list. I'll use it to determine who, among two comparatively equal concepts, is the better author. If perfect formatting were a requirement for writing, then there would be no need for editors.I hear you and I agree to a certain extent.
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Interesting spoiler
Dangit...mechanic :)
Your point is vague? Surely not good to admit that. Oh, your point, not your point - I see!
Interesting spoilerThis is why formatting is lower on my list. I'll use it to determine who, among two comparatively equal concepts, is the better author. If perfect formatting were a requirement for writing, then there would be no need for editors.I hear you and I agree to a certain extent.
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#4 here, guilty as charged.
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At first, all caps names were annoying...
But somehow they are causing my brain to start some 80's power metal song when I read it.
I still generally downvote them but they've gone from annoying to amusing.
Snowy B I JUST SAW THAT ONE TOO!
and this one describes itself as dull and unattractive. I'm seeing a theme in this batch.
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DWARVEN URGOSH OF BLASTING ALL THE THINGS!
What? All caps titles are Superstar, right?
Dangit...mechanic :)
You fluctuate between mechanic and gonzo, when you balance the two you manage to be Dr McAwesomesauce.
DWARVEN URGOSH OF BLASTING ALL THE THINGS!
What? All caps titles are Superstar, right?
They are shouting the name of there item.
They are shouting the name of there item.DWARVEN URGOSH OF BLASTING ALL THE THINGS!
What? All caps titles are Superstar, right?
Shouting isn't Superstar?
speak softly, carry a huge stick
Shouting isn't Superstar?They are shouting the name of there item.DWARVEN URGOSH OF BLASTING ALL THE THINGS!
What? All caps titles are Superstar, right?
PFFF. Don't you know anything? Blood, ooze, and excrement are OBVIOUSLY what this contest is about. ;)
This is why formatting is lower on my list. I'll use it to determine who, among two comparatively equal concepts, is the better author. If perfect formatting were a requirement for writing, then there would be no need for editors.I hear you and I agree to a certain extent.
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I'm shift between 1 and 2. But at least I recognize that and am working on improving.
Agh. More unnecessary backstory. Too bad. The item had promise if it were better developed mechanically.
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PFFF. Don't you know anything? Blood, ooze, and excrement are OBVIOUSLY what this contest is about. ;)Shouting isn't Superstar?They are shouting the name of there item.DWARVEN URGOSH OF BLASTING ALL THE THINGS!
What? All caps titles are Superstar, right?
BLOODY OOZY POOP URGOSH OF BLASTING ALL THE THINGS!
Do I win now?
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PFFF. Don't you know anything? Blood, ooze, and excrement are OBVIOUSLY what this contest is about. ;)Shouting isn't Superstar?They are shouting the name of there item.DWARVEN URGOSH OF BLASTING ALL THE THINGS!
What? All caps titles are Superstar, right?
And they said sarcasm couldn't be expressed in text.
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PFFF. Don't you know anything? Blood, ooze, and excrement are OBVIOUSLY what this contest is about. ;)Shouting isn't Superstar?They are shouting the name of there item.DWARVEN URGOSH OF BLASTING ALL THE THINGS!
What? All caps titles are Superstar, right?
BLOODY OOZY POOP URGOSH OF BLASTING ALL THE THINGS!
Do I win now?
You lose, Sir. Goodday!
You lose, Sir. Goodday!PFFF. Don't you know anything? Blood, ooze, and excrement are OBVIOUSLY what this contest is about. ;)Shouting isn't Superstar?They are shouting the name of there item.DWARVEN URGOSH OF BLASTING ALL THE THINGS!
What? All caps titles are Superstar, right?
BLOODY OOZY POOP URGOSH OF BLASTING ALL THE THINGS!
Do I win now?
Fine, I'm just gonna go sell this Everlasting Gobstopper to Mr. Slugworth.
This is why formatting is lower on my list. I'll use it to determine who, among two comparatively equal concepts, is the better author. If perfect formatting were a requirement for writing, then there would be no need for editors.I hear you and I agree to a certain extent.
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I am terrified that I am the mechanic. Not because everything has to fit perfectly, but because everything has to make make sense, with absolute clarity. I'm worried that I fine tune things to the point that I lose sight of what made them exciting to begin with.
How I managed to keep focused on the detailed mechanics of one class for over a year still boggles my mind.
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This item is a work o'fart.
You lose, Sir. Goodday!PFFF. Don't you know anything? Blood, ooze, and excrement are OBVIOUSLY what this contest is about. ;)Shouting isn't Superstar?They are shouting the name of there item.DWARVEN URGOSH OF BLASTING ALL THE THINGS!
What? All caps titles are Superstar, right?
BLOODY OOZY POOP URGOSH OF BLASTING ALL THE THINGS!
Do I win now?
fixed it
fixed it
Do I win now?
Thanks, I messed that one up :>
I'm appreciative of those bold enough and brave enough to take great risks. But I still can't upvote that over its competitor, sorry.
Well, that's lunch. Back to work. Happy voting, folks.
Two new rings paired. One was neat and had great templateing. The other, not so much.
The instructions for round one were to make a Magic Item. Not a Magic item and New spells.
That sounds a little harsh. If an author can only use existing spells and not create original magical effects, how then is a magic item to avoid being a SiaC?
I'm shift between 1 and 2. But at least I recognize that and am working on improving.
I was that guy for over a decade. I started at least 4-5 novels before I found my way. I'd also occasionally do poetry for small presses (back before the internet killed them all.)
Superstar is what got me motivated to get into game design, Kobold press gave me my first real shot. I'm not exactly rolling in game design money but I find the work a joy compared to my day job.
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The instructions for round one were to make a Magic Item. Not a Magic item and New spells.That sounds a little harsh. If an author can only use existing spells and not create original magical effects, how then is a magic item to avoid being a SiaC?
That's the superstar bit. Take existing spells/rules and break them a bit in a conceivable way to make a mojo filled item that's cinematic.
If you HAVE to invent a new spell to do this, unless the rules specifically allow you too, then you probably aren't superstarring it.
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I am terrified that I am the mechanic. Not because everything has to fit perfectly, but because everything has to make make sense, with absolute clarity. I'm worried that I fine tune things to the point that I lose sight of what made them exciting to begin with.
How I managed to keep focused on the detailed mechanics of one class for over a year still boggles my mind.
The best way to get out of being a mechanic is to join a writing circle. Especially if you can get in with a group of gonzos and lazy but talenteds, those types benefit the mechanic best and the mechanic has good habits that sometimes helps the other 2.
Marathon Voter Season 8, Marathon Voter Season 9
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The instructions for round one were to make a Magic Item. Not a Magic item and New spells.That sounds a little harsh. If an author can only use existing spells and not create original magical effects, how then is a magic item to avoid being a SiaC?
It may be harsh, but it's the rules. If a publisher asked you for something, and you gave them something else they didn't ask for, they'll give you disapproving frowny-faces at best.
There are ways to use existing spells and not create Spell-in-a-Can, as accentuated by many of the other entries.
Don't get me wrong, I still upvoted it because the other entry's template use was abysmally non-existent.
The instructions for round one were to make a Magic Item. Not a Magic item and New spells.That sounds a little harsh. If an author can only use existing spells and not create original magical effects, how then is a magic item to avoid being a SiaC?
The hard part about this round is to create something new and exciting using existing parts.
Also I would bet good money that there are few (<5) to no items in any Pathfinder book that introduce new feats or spells as part of the item.
I'm not exactly rolling in game design money but I find the work a joy compared to my day job.
Yup, freelancer money will keep you in gaming supplies, but not much else ;>
A lot of hook hammers this year.
The instructions for round one were to make a Magic Item. Not a Magic item and New spells.That sounds a little harsh. If an author can only use existing spells and not create original magical effects, how then is a magic item to avoid being a SiaC?It may be harsh, but it's the rules. If a publisher asked you for something, and you gave them something else they didn't ask for, they'll give you disapproving frowny-faces at best.
There are ways to use existing spells and not create Spell-in-a-Can, as accentuated by many of the other entries.
Don't get me wrong, I still upvoted it because the other entry's template use was abysmally non-existent.
Also if you want to make a spell, just make an item with that effect. Not my item cast {new spell}.
Yeah dedicated!
Have we learned nothing from Spiderman? Great power should be balanced with responsibility, not a curse or drawback to use.
Have we learned nothing from Spiderman? Great power should be balanced with responsibility, not a curse or drawback to use.
Responsibility is a curse
My count must have been off just got Marathon but by my count should only have 882. oh, well.