Long weekend coming up for me guys. Probably won't be able to post until Tuesday.
I can see why PBP slows down in the summer :)
Yep. It's a struggle for me to keep up on all my games, as hard as I'm trying. Hopefully, I'll post in Gameplay tonight, assuming I can think of what to say.
Sorry my computer's issue has cropped up again, video system issues, I can only log on in safe mode which is odd.
May be a bit spotty in posting, of course, this happens on the holiday weekend. Computers are so inconsiderate. :)
Still chewing on my response, hope I can post in the morning.
Love the back and forth and differences in approarch from Javell, Albus, and Laro!
We have one vote for heading north to the undead.
Happy Belated Canada Day to Canadians and Happy Independence Day to Americans.
Two votes for north.
Will push forward later day if no other votes. Assuming Laro is moving stealthily forward if going north?
Well that was vicious!
Seriously! I was in the middle of posting and I go to preview it and combat's over. Nicely done guys!
And I'm sorry that my posting has slowed down. We adopted a puppy over the weekend! She's adorable, but also a total pain; I haven't been able to take my eyes off of her for two seconds without her getting into trouble.
That's a good reason for a little slower rate! Summers are a bit of a slow period anyway and I think the game is moving along at a pretty decent pace regardless!
Vicious and quick, I was a bit concerned going in. Also I may not have made it clear that Albus is checking also for evidence that a kid was gobbled.
Puppies, like kittens and kids, are suppose to get in trouble, then be too cute to be mad at. Good Luck!
Pacing is great, compared to most on the boards you're driving an Indy racer, GM.
Luckily enough the only recent corpse in the room is of the poor kobold snack.
I hesitate to say "Well that was easy," because that never ends well.
But that wasn't too bad. Nice to feel powerful every now and then.
A crit on a charge and two strikes all with some sneak damage helped alot. That could have gone alot worse, that's for sure.
Yes that was very fortunate rolling to get that result. 2x actions each against flat-footed opponents plus the crit etc.
I agree- it's fun when it works out that way!
So.. who's interested in Starfinder?
I like it, but I'll have to wait for a while (until the rules go online) until I can actually use it- as a college student on a tight budget, about 90% of my (very small) rulebook collection are from secondhand stores, garage sales and the like. So, I doubt I'll grab the SFCRB anytime too soon.
To all my games:
My wife had an emergency c-section at 6 am EST this morning at 35 weeks and 45 years old. Robbie is 3 lb 11 oz and in the NICU. Both are ok.
I don't know what kind of access to here I will have for the next while. I don't have a smart phone or laptop currently. Please bot me as needed and if you feel the need to remove me, I won't be offended. Things are going to be hectic the next few weeks but I do intend to return to my games.
Thank you.
L.R. Stewart
Congrats on the baby! Good to hear both are doing ok- that's a risky situation. Take care of them and we can watch out for Laro. :D
Congratulations! Go take care of your family, forget us losers (by comparsion). Good Luck and may you have them home swiftly.
My firstborn had to spend a little while in the NICU so we know how difficult this time can be, but also that we have full faith that things are going to work out perfectly for you and your family. L.R. Take it easy and don't worry about the game.
I don't think any of us will have an issue with slowing down a bit. I'll bot you as needed once every two or three days and we'll be waiting for you when mom and baby are well settled.
Slow down is fine, I may be busy through the day, today for sure and maybe for a few days. Should be posting in early morning and late evening though.
RE: Starfarer, hadn't really thought out getting it. Sci-Fi fantasy Planetary Adventure stories can be interesting in a retro way, but easily turns gonzo quickly. I don't like gonzo that much. To explain, Barsoom is over the top, Martian Chronicals is too artsy, and Heinlein's PA stories are about right, IMHO. So If you're thinking of running something like that after this story is done, I'd be interested but a bit particular. Hope that helps.
Suspension of disbelief is much harder in any sci-fi type setting than fantasy that is for sure.
I'm not real keen on Starfinder either except for some of the mechanical changes that have been hinted about. I signed up for a scenario using the iconic pregens to give it a whirl, so we'll see in a few weeks when that starts.
Congratulations on your new baby, L.R.! My thoughts are with you and your family, and I pray you'll have them home soon.
No complaints from me if we have to slow down a bit. I'm convinced this puppy is trying to kill me. Apparently, the Belgian Malinois is known for its stubbornness. ...Hurray.
And as for Starfinder, I know next to nothing about it, but I've never been very big on sci-fi or space exploration. Strictly sword & sorcery for me.
Great to know that the family is doing well Laro.
Busy today. Update tomorrow.
Hope everyone had a good weekend. Mine was crazy busy. So many kids birthday parties!
Just waiting for Javell and Virdel to chime in. Coincidentally both the healers!
Robbie came home today! He's a bit fussier here than the hospital. I've forgotten how difficult one handed typing is with a sleeping baby in the other arm.
Best news I've heard all day! Really happy for you and your family.
That's great! May he continue to be fussy and well.
Those Eagles....
I was going to go for a lightning elemental since you mentioned the Forge Spurned was wrapped in steel chains, but when I read "regeneration", I figured we'd need the big guns. After seeing how much damage they did and it's still alive, I think I made the right choice. =)
"The thief is about to die." To quote Gauntlet.
Unless those eagles changed his mind or someone else kills him, I think he is coming for me. Maybe the red gem can save me when I drop.
It's Friday so no reason not to take it easy for a bit. Will push ahead Monday.
IF you guys put the ruby back on the altar ground above ground then you guys will level up.
Spoiler I know but I figured you guys would want to get a heads start! Welcome to Level 4.
Sweet! Hopefully I'll have time to update my sheet tonight.
Hurray! Level 2 spells, here we come! As always, I welcome any suggestions. Right now, I'm thinking of taking glitterdust, and something from the school of evocation; probably flaming sphere or flurry of snowballs. Then again, mathematical curse looks pretty nifty, and flavorful for a know-it-all like Aelerie.
I must say, Mathematical Curse is hilarious. But what do you feel like?
I think glitterdust is a must (concealment for you frontliners and Laro gets his sneak attacks without having to flank), but then I have trouble justifying picking up another debuff right now. So evocation it is, probably.
Whatever I can do to help keep us alive or contribute to our effectiveness, really.
Never seen mathematical curse before. I love the flavor! :D
I will work on getting updated tomorrow.
Took a quick glance and Level 4 seems like a really fun one for all the classes here. Especially with the ABP stuff!
Also a good time for a quick check in. Everything going good in the game so far? Anything you particularly like? Anything that could be improved?
Oh yeah! Thanks for reminding me about the ABP.
Everything's great in the game for me. As always, I'm liking the characterizations. Kimi and Jurin are exactly how I expected them to be, and the kobolds' dialogue is always amusing. I can't think of anything that could stand to be improved upon...
I forgot about ABP as well. I have the day off tomorrow so I will get updated by then.
Yeah I have no complaints, other than how prolific you all can be! heh None of my other games have (18 new) next to them on a regular basis!
Seriously though this is a great group and a fun set of modules. You are doing awesome Stargin! :D
Fantastic job GM Stargin. Pacing is flawless fast without being hurried.
Over 700 posts since late March. Very few games come close to that.
Characters are perfect and the way you weave the player's actions into the narrative is excellent.
Thanks for the remainder on Automatic Bonus Progression. I'll be working on my character over the next couple of days and post it after the level-up happens.
Here are the new changes level 4 brings for Aelerie! I think I've accounted for everything. I'll have her character sheet updated in a moment, and a reply posted soon after that.
Happy weekend everyone!
BAB +2
FCB +1 1st Level Spell
Saves +1 Will
Skills Knowledge (Arcana, Dungeoneering, Local, Planes, Religion), Perception, Spellcraft, Use Magic Device
Background Skills Handle Animal, Linguistics (Auran)
Ability Score Increase +1 Intelligence
Automatic Bonus Progression +1 Armor Attunement (Traveler's Outfit), +1 Weapon Attunement (Masterwork Light Crossbow)
New Spells
- 2nd Level - flurry of snowballs, glitterdust
1st Level - shield
Here are my new additions:
Ranks in Profession (soldier), Survival, Perception, Linguistics, and Diplomacy.
New language: Draconic
New ability: Channel Energy, Sacred Weapon +1
Weapon/Armor attunement: starknife/leather lamellar
Ability score: Dex
Is everyone using background skills? Because I haven't been. I will be happy to add them though.
My updates:
BAB +3
FCB +1 HP
*Note that I have spent 2 FCB points to treal my level as one higher for my curse, so I get the level 5 benefit for it now. (+2 init, +3 perception not based on sound)
Saves +1 Will
Skills Diplomacy, Knowledge (Planes), Linguistics (Draconic), Perception
Background Skills ?
Ability Score Increase +1 Dex (+4 mod now)
Automatic Bonus Progression +1 Armor Attunement (studded leather), +1 Weapon Attunement (Light Crossbow)
New Spells
2- cure moderate wounds, false belief, hold person
1- shield of faith
0- resistance
We didn't start out with background skills, but when we hit level 2, GM Stargin said they were a go in this post.