Game-related Banter/Announcement (OOC)

Hi all,

I think we have enough players now. We theoretically have 5 although I've only heard directly back from 2 so far. Hopefully, rest of the accepted players will participate soon. If not, I'll open them back up for others.

This thread will be for any game-related discussions/announcements.

In the meantime, please see the character creation thread to start discussing character ideas/party makeup.

ttt.

Hi all,

Just want to double check that people access the Player Maps and Handouts subforum. There should be one thread in there with link to map of the Sword Coast.

I can see it.

So can I.

Likewise.

Ditto

Yup

Hi all,

All characters have been made and we're basically ready to play! I'll make a game thread soon!

EDIT: Any last linger questions/issues before we begin the campaign proper

Some note about magic items

I should have noted this earlier but it slipped my mind.

Because of 5e's bounded accuracy, magic items, esp. weapons become quite valuable. As such, in my campaigns, including this one, I'd like to treat most magic items as something unique with its own history etc. This means that most magic items can't just be bought at a shop (exceptions include scrolls and potions). On some occasions you may be able to trade magic items if you find a willing trader (e.g., a rich collector in a large city).

But, this also means that any magic items you acquire will be unique, named, and perhaps even some minor properties that gives it its own character. I think this will make acquisition of magic items less mundane. Magic items won't just be another +1 sword in your inventory but something more memorable.

I am also going to go with the variant rule on the identifcation of magic items (see DMG) - meaning mere short rest won't do. Its powers may be reveal through research or experimentation with the item (e.g., certain circumstance may trigger a power).

EDIT: if a power is triggered by an audible command word(s) only and you've heard that command and committed it to memory, obviously this is one way to figure out usage.

I like it. Magic, even in a world of magic, should be something held in awe.

Will an identification spell reveal all relevant information about a particular item?

Edit: Or would you prefer the ID spell not exist so that we are forced to investigate and take our time to get to know the item? Could be a fun way to go with it.

Only reason I ask is because had I known, I would have chosen ID as my second ritual spell instead of comprehend languages. But I'm happy to leave it off if it makes the story/game better.

Identify spell will typically work as intended (though remember that you need a pearl worth at least 100GP to cast it, any material component with value attached to it must be acquired first to cast the spell). For powerful magic items and artifacts, identify spells might give you more vague description of functions or certain powers may be completely hidden from it.

EDIT: Tsavo, since this is information I should have given you guys earlier, you are free to change your selection to identify (same goes for all other casters of the party). Sorry for the inconvenience! Also, I don't want to just get rid of a spell. I'm fine with Identify existing, esp. since the cost of casting it I think will limit its usage to more special circumstances.

This is how I always assume magic items will work, and how they should always work imo. So good on you, you have good taste!

I agree. I love this play style. I'll be leaving my spells as chosen, but appreciate your flexibility.

Oooooh. I feel special now cause I'm made of magic. :D :D :D

LadyBrash, we all know you are!

Hello all,

As it seems the game has slowed down a bit, seems good a time as any to ask folks that if you are unable to post for some time due to life circumstances, please give us a heads up in this thread. Thank you!

I have been told that it is in the nature of PBP that it begins with flurry of posts then slows down. So this is totally expected. I would, however, like to aim for at least an update or two a day to keep the momentum going. Would this be doable for everyone? Thanks in advance!

School starts again for me this time next week, but I'll try my best to keep up.

Hey Remus. Understandable. Would you be able to do 2 posts per day? (That was the original aim.) If not we can swing for just 1.

Bah! Site crash when I posted... Reader's Digest Synopsis: yeah, i can post a few times daily. :)

I'm fine with the pace you're describing. I'm only not posting because I don't want to dominate the thread. Just waiting on others to take turns.

What he said...

Yeah. I figured some of you are waiting on others. I think it's just my paranoia. I think we have a very good thing going here. You guys are all great to play with! I'm trying to get ahead of the worst case scenario where this game just fizzles out.

I think it makes sense that it's slowing down now that rolls are being made frequently and we're working as a group - We're each waiting for people to react to the outcome of their checks so we don't swamp it and have a million things to do at once.

Right. That makes sense.


EDIT: Though, right now, it's still free action so there's no specified turns. So, hopefully it's not a case where everyone is waiting for everyone else. Hehe.

Pretty sure we're just waiting on Falka to react to the survival check if anything, since that seems like our best lead right now.

Good point.

Ill try my best to keep two a day.

Just an FYI -- my daughter comes back from her summer vacation on Monday, so it's possible that I may slow up a bit as I readjust to my mommy duties.

Thanks for the heads up LadyBrash.

Does anyone know a legitimate/reliable alternative to imgur for free image hosting? Seems as though imgur is going through maintenance and I can't access the images on my account nor upload new ones at the moment.

I use UltraImg.

Hi,
Just seen this, no problem keeping up a 2 posts per day rate.
Possible issue with timing though as I am in the UK and I think the rest of you are US based?

Likely posting window for me is 7am-11pm uk time

Me and Remus are both UK too, actually.

Ok, cool, I don't feel so bad holding everyone back now.

Canada here. EST+1.

On hollidays this week and back to work next, so I won't be able to post as frequently. I'll still keep up, but don't feel bad about your posting frequency. I'm at an advantage now but the playing field is about to even up ;)

Wow we have majority UK players! Interesting coincidence.

I'm in NY so EST, I believe LadyBrash is in CA which would put her PST, I am unsure of Ket.

I am in Florida... EST

Because.... SCUBA... :D

So I should have time now to update once Remus makes a move.

SCUBA!

😳😳😳😳😳😳
😁😁😁😁😁😁

i don't know what this means but i approve.

haha. i just noticed your previous post Ket. I thought, Brash just "yelled" SCUBA with no context. which was both confusing and hilarious. but, the jokes on me.

I don't scuba, actually. It just seemed like the appropriate post to make at the moment.

Question: Do you guys prefer describing your own killing blows or damage dealt to foes or should we continue as is?

Alternatively, we can reserve PC descriptions of killing blow for "important" villains/major battles.

I think it might be better to reserve it for important NPC's since, firstly, it'll slow things down marginally if we're all waiting for confirmation we killed every enemy, then making an extra post to describe how, and secondly, it'll make getting a deathblow on the big bads really satisfying.

I agree with Bleak, save it for significant foes, not the footsoldiers.

Agreed.

Okay. Let's do that going forward.

Agreed here, too.... I like describing my magical effects, swings, etc. But as for damage and such, I defer to the one that knows best. :)

Hi folks. I'm in quite a bit of a hang over spell at the moment. I'll make a full update when feel less shitty.

Take your time. Glad your Friday was good ;)

Hey guys. I won't be able to update until later this afternoon or evening. In the meantime, has anyone heard from Remus?

Yeah, he's still good, just with school and stuff he tends only to post later at night, and less so I guess during the RP segments if he doesn't have anything in particular to respond to.

Okay cool.

Hi folks,

I'll be updating after dinner in couple of hours. Sorry it's been pretty quiet today.

No need to apologize. A) You keep us well informed about when you're busy, and B) slow downs happen; life happens. It's been great so far. Loving the game.

Alright folks. I'm finally ready to post some updates to the game thread!

P.S. Thanks Tsavo. I'm having a lot of fun as well! You all are great!

Sorry I've been a bit slow to update today. Have a BBQ to attend that I've been preparing for.

Hey folks. I'll be updating later tonight - unfortunately not earlier. But, feel free to post role-play exchanges between PCs if applicable.

Hi folks. Back from the dead. Been mathing all day. My brain hurts. I'll be updating shortly. Thank you for your patience.

Don't mind my silence for a bit while everyone is doing their deep RP thing. It's not a strength of mine, and it suits Midnight just fine to get engrossed in her own mental world while she waits. I'm checking in and keeping up, and will chime in when it's right. I just wanted to let you know I haven't disappeared.

No worries LadyBrash, so long as you're having fun.

Sorry folks, was really tired last night and fell asleep shortly afterwards. I WILL update today - most likely multiple times even. Thank you for your continued patience!

np man. This campaign is still super quick in regards to posting, compared to a lot of others. A day's nothing :)

Right on. As the person running the game, I feel obligated to keep y'all posted if I can't update timely. You may get more spammy posts like those. I'll be bit busier now, trying to finish up a manuscript draft and my thesis. Crunch time.

Hi,

In an effort to push the game along a bit as we seems to have hit a bit of a lull (partly due to me), I just want to take stock of the game for a second. Currently, we're waiting for responses from:

Falka/Midnight (though, LadyBrash indicated she'll be in the background for a bit)
Yohna/Vardo,
Keavan

I will just decree what happens with each subgroup if we don't hear today/basically, just to kickstart our momentum again. If you don't like the decision I made on behalf of your character(s), I'll let you edit what happens.

Have a good weekend!

Your DM.

Hi guys,

Sorry I've been quiet. I'm really busy this next few days. Updates will be sporadic if at all. Will be back later this week!

No worries! We are here, as always, pondering life and stuff... :)

Hi everyone!

Sorry I haven't been updating as often as I usually do. I've been extremely busy lately trying to finish up last bit of work before my thesis defense. I'm going to try updating at least several times a week but I may not be able to update on a daily basis for a while. For the next month or so.

I hope this won't kill the game in the long run.

Sincerely,
Your stressed out DM.

I speak only for myself, but I'm absolutely fine with this. Work is kicking my ass at the moment too.

Also, I know how stressful a defence can be. Give it your full attention. I will be here when you get back. Loving this game and not going anywhere.

You do not have my permission to stress about this game!

No worries from me, as well. Get your stuff done, and post when you can. I'm going no where.

Ditto.

Hi folks. Seems like the site is back and faster than ever!

As for the game. I will update over the weekend!

BLAZINGLY fast... way much happiness in my life now. :D

Bump... ??

I assume Tonka is still busy with his defense.

Yeah, just trying to keep things up-to-date. Here's to hoping for a quick completion. I'm dying to know who the heck this 'Lord' is, and I refuse to look into the module. :D

Last bump for me. Any timeline on the game resuming?

Well, it had the promise of being a great game. I'm out. I'll see some of ya'll in my Greyhawk game, the rest I hope to see around the site sometime.

Hi everyone,

Sorry I've been in absentia. Good news is I just finished defending my thesis today. I'm done! So if anyone is still around I'd like to pick the game back up.

I'm here. ^_^

And I’m back, too. 😎

Still here.

Still here too!

I exist!

Therefore I think!

wonderful! i will finally update tonight! EST.

Hello hello. I wanted to apologize in advance in case I am slow to respond for the next few weeks. I'm an accountant at tax time and a musician at Christmas time and doing both is a lot. ^_^ After Christmas I'll only have tax time...

next few days will be busy for me as well (this entire week). i'm finalizing my thesis for submission.

Any update?

I sincerely apologize for my recent absence. The mid/end of last week was hell at work (long hours and lots of stress). I was then fairly sick all weekend and still working. It's no excuse for not jumping on and letting you all know. And so I apologize. This game deserves better.

The next two weeks don't look to be letting up much and then after that I'm away for the holidays and internet won't be readily available on a consistent basis. As a result, I think I have to back out of all my games.

Im genuinely sorry and will miss this game.

Happy gaming

Tsavo

Farewell, good sir! Hope to see you back around in the future!

As for me, I will hold on a little longer, but a game that posts one or two times a month is way too slow for me. I may bail soon as well.

Ok, all, I gave it some time, but I don't feel like waiting around any longer. Here's to a long and prosperous adventuring career for the rest of you. I really had hoped to be able to return to my home plane someday... maybe rescue my friends from their Abyssal fate... but perhaps in another domain... take care.

Sean~

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