Longtime Role-Player, First Time PbPer

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Aug 1, 2024 9:52 am
Hello all,

I have been playing TTRPGs for a little over a decade. Mostly DnD 5e but have been playing Pathfinder 2e for the last year. I also recently started my first foray onto the other side of the table playing as the GM of a small group running ICRPG.

I am VERY new to PbP having just learned of its existence yesterday. I am enamored by the idea of "really" role-playing my characters, but don't find improvisational acting to be a natural activity for myself or those I often play with. I think PbP will serve as a much more comfortable format for me to explore this side of the hobby and immerse myself in the worlds we create.

I'm actively browsing recruitment threads and peeking in on some of the active games to see how the magic happens. It seems we have a quite active community here, but if you are reading this and think there is room for a new comer amongst your party please do reach out. I look forward to meeting you all and rolling some (virtual) dice!
Aug 1, 2024 10:05 am
Welcome to the community
Aug 1, 2024 10:08 am
Welcome to the forums!
Aug 1, 2024 11:11 am
Welcome Aboard!

PbP is a great way to really drive into a character and write them well. The slower pace gives you time to think through the situation and craft the response you might not have the time for when face to face at the game table.

The community here is really something special & I hope you'll find something fun to sink your teeth into for your first first into PbP. Are you looking for anything in specific?

Here's a few helpful links:
bowlofspinach says:
Welcome!

If you want to see how GP functions, here are links to the New GP Member Guide, the forum rules, this video introduction made by user Qralloq and a little helpful formatting guide made by user Adam. You might also be interested in looking through some public games as well to get a feel for the site.
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Happy gaming!
Aug 1, 2024 12:59 pm
Welcome to GP, Giardiatric!
Aug 1, 2024 1:32 pm
Welcome to GP, Giardiatric!
Aug 1, 2024 2:59 pm
Welcome! I hope you find PbP a great alternative to regular role-playing!
Aug 1, 2024 4:11 pm
Welcome, Giardiatric! I hear you. Despite decades of roleplaying, I'm never convinced I'm actually playing my character and not just being me. PBP gives me more time to craft a character's response, based on the emergent discovery of that character, rather than just blurting out some nonsense in the moment.

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