Online GMing

[tycho0042]

So, I want to run one of paizo's APs that I got via their AP subscription service. What online mediums are good that let me make use of all these tools they give me? The interactive maps look like a great tool, but I have no idea how to make them available for players online to see

[Castilonium]

roll20.net: Free, requires no software download. You need to pay a subscription if you want to use dynamic lighting, though.

Maptools: Completely free, and has better features and a more robust macro system than roll20.net. But it requires a software download and runs into a lot of compatibility and tech issues, in my experience.

[KenderKin]

Or you can do them here on the Paizoboards!

Recruiting is so easy here!

[MeanMutton]

I'm currently in a roll20.net game. We use google talk for our videoconferencing and roll20 as a built-in app. It works quite well. Also, Obsidian Portal works REALLY well for planning, communication, etc.

[Krisam]

I'm quite fond of running PBEMs out of Yahoo Groups, myself. There's space for cast photos, file area for maps and whatnot. I usually pull the maps into Photoshop and black out the areas the PCs haven't been in, though.

If you want an additional website with a wiki, Obsidian Portal is pretty good.