In reply to Lazaret (msg # 24):

sounds good! I don't see your background Dan, I assume something about "It all started one day after I met Shrek..."

"ha ha ha! that's a good one, Brian!" laughs Celador. "I am very much looking forward to this adventure, where did you say we were meeting? Sorry, I wasn't paying attention..."

In reply to Lazaret (msg # 22):

Thanks for the link, Lazaret. No need to change race. Tabaxi will be an interesting new twist! Character sheet looks good. I took the liberty of copying your background into the character description section, too (so others can see it).



Two and a half character sheets down (Marc's got his Halfling Rogue started), one and a half to go!

In reply to geTTinG cLoSeR (msg # 21):

I think a Tabaxi is an Uber Driver

In reply to geTTinG cLoSeR (msg # 21):

Is Royal Red OK?!?

Yes it is!

In reply to DM (msg # 29):

Just relaxing here in the tavern. Regaling the locals with tales of the high seas while they share stories of mountainous adventures. Those peaks are calling to me. How high could I climb if I really tried?

One of the mountain men has an interesting looking pipe. I wonder if he will ever put it in his pocket? Hmmm...

Looks like someone is ready for the in-game thread to open!

All right - everyone has their character sheets complete.

We have a Gnome, a Halfling, an Elf, and a Tabaxi... not exactly an intimidating group, but who says you have to be intimidating?


If Therarak and Thorfire could kindly sketch (in the Character Description section or just in your character sheet) a couple sentences about who you are and what brings you to the Northlands, then I think we'll be ready to start (at the tavern, of course).


Just for reference, think of The Northlands like Alaska. Kind of out of the way. Not unlivable, but a little to rugged for most. Thank goodness you are hearty adventurers.
This message was last edited by the GM at 03:07, Sun 12 Mar 2017.

Chapter 1 is now open!!!

Your ticket into the Trollop and Troll (the local tavern) is a Character Description and a Portrait. Celador and Lazaret are already tipping back the brewskis with Therarak and Thorfire yet to arrive.


...don't worry, it's still early evening at the tavern. I'm sure nothing too exciting will happen until you all get there.

In reply to DM (msg # 33):

I am changing to Purple so there is more contrast...looks beter than Royal Red.

In reply to Thorfire Shortankard (msg # 34):

Umm. Reread the thread. I already claimed purple

In reply to Celador Qiris (msg # 35):

Our first PvP fight! Haven't even started yet.

I'm not sure what rpol's policy on profanity. I know it's prohibited in public threads (game advertisements and the like). While I think it might be okay in game, I censored it until I can find out for sure.

In reply to DM (msg # 37):

Upon closer review of the Mature and Adult content policy, I decided to just play it safe and classify this game as Mature. This should allow for the occasional profanity to by used.

Ironically, I don't mean to imply that I think any of you are actually mature... it's just that you are old enough to play in a game so rated.

Here is the policy, which is also available through the help menu:
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Adult and Mature Ratings

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 Mature games are games which have (as some minor portion of them) mature themes, strong language, drug use, and/or extensive violence.  Mature games use the Mature Content flag to warn potential readers that some of the game material may be considered offensive.  Despite this flag, Mature Games must remain suitable to all ages.

 Adult games are games which have as part of their content graphic sex or graphic and gratuitous violence.  Though their story and plot may be very strong and elaborate, they detail sex and/or gore in a way to which children and teens should not be exposed.  Adult games are restricted in access to subscribers1 who are (1) of the age of majority and (2) have specifically requested access to Adult games.  In no case are Adult materials permitted in any public area of RPoL: GMs of Adult games must take care that only those users who are members of their game can view the Adult materials contained therein.

 The difference between a Mature game and an Adult game is the descriptive level and the amount of mature content in the game.  Games which focus exclusively on mature content for their plot or which describe such content in graphic detail are required to display the Adult rating.

In reply to Celador Qiris (msg # 35):

Missed that. I thought you picked aqua or something like that...

In reply to Thorfire Shortankard (msg # 39)

Just checking out different colors... blue green yellow coral gray dark green
This message was last edited by the player at 02:51, Mon 13 Mar 2017.

In reply to Thorfire Shortankard (msg # 40):

I am going with blue

A fine choice!

Therarak, I've taken the liberty of adding you to the tavern. I'll let you pick a seat before adding any more excitement. The rest of you are free to continue gathering intel on possible things to do while in town.

How much money should we be starting with?

Your starting "wealth" is determined by your background. For a charlatan, that'd be 15gp.

Also keep in mind at the beginning you may be a little short on cash, so we'll be monitoring living expenses as follows...

Lifestyle
Price/Day
 Wretched  -
 Squalid  1 sp
 Poor  2 sp
 Modest  1 gp  (the Stronghammer Inn would be considered modest)
 Comfortable  2 gp (the Puffy Pillow would be considered comfortable)
 Wealthy  4 gp
 Aristocratic  10 gp minimum

For full descriptions, see PH page 157-158.
Everyone should have enough gold based on their background to stay in town for at least a few days. I suspect you'll be adventuring long before you run out... unless thievery, gambling loss, poorly thought out purchases, etc. run you out sooner than expected.

In reply to DM (msg # 45):

Other DMs don't seem to charge lodging, is there room tax too?

Only for smart ass halflings!

In reply to DM (msg # 47):

I should not have asked the question. My flight was cancelled tonight and Delta gave me a voucher for the very fine Super 8 in Bedford, Texas....at least I don't need to pay the room tax!

In reply to Thorfire Shortankard (msg # 48):

Only two things come from Bedford...