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Sea Of Fallen Stars: OOC.

Posted by Captain ClarkeFor group archive 3
Captain Clarke
NPC, 10 posts
Captain of the
Swyft Wynd
Wed 4 Jan 2006
at 02:40
  • msg #1

Sea of Fallen Stars: OOC

Here is the place to unwind men, a place to relax and talk about anything you don't want the pirates to hear...and a place for the Foxy one to hunt down his crew.


  Varlath, you still out there, I need an action for this round of combat.
This message was last updated by the GM at 00:54, Thu 12 Apr 2007.
DM Foxpaws
GM, 73 posts
Wed 4 Jan 2006
at 20:46
  • msg #2

Re: Hunters OOC

Never mind VK, i've taken your action.
Varul Reefcrusher
player, 99 posts
First Mate
Marine
Thu 5 Jan 2006
at 01:16
  • msg #3

Re: Hunters OOC

Pirates...I hate them...
Varul Reefcrusher
player, 102 posts
First Mate
Marine
Sat 7 Jan 2006
at 18:33
  • msg #4

Re: Hunters OOC

Dem crabs almost kicked out butt...
DM Foxpaws
GM, 78 posts
Sat 7 Jan 2006
at 19:12
  • msg #5

Re: Hunters OOC

Don't worry about them, I always put the hardest enemies in the front of the adventure, just like video games....honest.....

You and Brald got off lucky, after those first blows I couldn't roll over 17 or 18 again to save my life, and the damn things had a +11 to hit...I only gave them 1 attack instead of two, but I figured that was enough ;).
Varul Reefcrusher
player, 103 posts
First Mate
Marine
Sat 7 Jan 2006
at 19:16
  • msg #6

Re: Hunters OOC

1 attack was more then enough. You almots killed two party members.. :)
So that was exciting. It didn't help that I missed on 50%+ of my attacks.
Calgarvin Woodwill
player, 44 posts
Sun 8 Jan 2006
at 01:57
  • msg #7

Re: Hunters OOC

When we get back to poart I'm going to give a sizeable donation to the Save The Hippogriff's Fund.

They certainly saved us.

CW
Brald Wyndlass
player, 65 posts
Not a typical ROA profile
pirate might steal my rum
Sun 8 Jan 2006
at 05:23
  • msg #8

Re: Hunters OOC

I missed on 80% of my attacks, and the only times I did hit, I think they were wasted because you hit too Varul.

I thought I was dead for sure when I had 1 hp left after the first round, as the average damage they did was enough to take me less than -9 if I got hit again
DM Foxpaws
GM, 83 posts
Sun 8 Jan 2006
at 15:25
  • msg #9

Re: Hunters OOC

Stupid dice roller wouldn't let me kill you.  I swung on you almost every round after that first Brald and missed every dang time.  Frankly I feel cheated :P
Varul Reefcrusher
player, 107 posts
First Mate
Marine
Sun 8 Jan 2006
at 15:30
  • msg #10

Re: Hunters OOC

You know, the dice bot hates us all.
DM Foxpaws
GM, 84 posts
Sun 8 Jan 2006
at 15:37
  • msg #11

Re: Hunters OOC

My character over in the south is a good friend of it....it must be picky about where it gives me my 20's and where it gives me my single digits.
Varul Reefcrusher
player, 108 posts
First Mate
Marine
Sun 8 Jan 2006
at 17:58
  • msg #12

Re: Hunters OOC

I could tell, the pirates just posted something...hmmm. Hope it was in their OOC...  :)
DM Foxpaws
GM, 85 posts
Sun 8 Jan 2006
at 19:24
  • msg #13

Re: Hunters OOC

Oh, that?  They was just giving out the vorpal weapons from the last ship they sunk.  That, rings of wizardry, scrolls of maximized fireball...cheap stuff.
Renny
Sun 8 Jan 2006
at 20:35
  • msg #14

Re: Hunters OOC

OK, You've got one more PC before I'm gonna have to point out what I've found...how embarassing that the fake person found the whatever that it is i've found and you four didn't....

;)

OK, never mind, I keep forgetting that Varlath is out for a brief while, I've made his roll for him and I'm afraid he missed as well.  (rolled a spot check for Renny but ment it to be a search check...he has a +0 in both anyway.)
This message was last edited by the GM at 20:37, Sun 08 Jan 2006.
Brald Wyndlass
player, 66 posts
Not a typical ROA profile
pirate might steal my rum
Sun 8 Jan 2006
at 21:03
  • msg #15

Re: Hunters OOC

I have a +8 and did worse than most
*sigh*

evil, evil, diebot
Varul Reefcrusher
player, 110 posts
First Mate
Marine
Sun 8 Jan 2006
at 22:20
  • msg #16

Re: Hunters OOC

I am glad I can still see the boat...what with this dicebot.
Calgarvin Woodwill
player, 47 posts
Sun 8 Jan 2006
at 23:18
  • msg #17

Re: Hunters OOC

Boat?

What boat?

:(

CW
DM Foxpaws
GM, 87 posts
Mon 9 Jan 2006
at 00:44
  • msg #18

XP!

BTW guys, I usually hand out xp at the end of the month, but I can't remember the last time you all got any and thats very bad on my part.  So heres some for the last combat and some for RP from the dockside playing we did.

[Private to Brald Wyndlass: 1113 for you sir.]
[Private to Calgarvin Woodwill: 1113 for you sir.]
[Private to Varlath Kir'El: 1000 for you sir]
[Private to Varul Reefcrusher: 1000 for you sir]
Varul Reefcrusher
player, 112 posts
First Mate
Marine
Mon 9 Jan 2006
at 06:21
  • msg #19

Re: XP!

Up with XP, down with dicebot.
Varul Reefcrusher
player, 113 posts
First Mate
Marine
Mon 9 Jan 2006
at 06:22
  • msg #20

Re: XP!

I checked I last updated my sheet in NOV...so that was probably the last time we got XP....
Calgarvin Woodwill
player, 49 posts
Mon 9 Jan 2006
at 06:24
  • msg #21

Re: XP!

Patient lot, aren't we :)

CW
Brald Wyndlass
player, 68 posts
Not a typical ROA profile
pirate might steal my rum
Mon 9 Jan 2006
at 08:22
  • msg #22

Re: XP!

Sat 05 Nov 2005 End of first voyage                       400
that was the last XP I got, not that it matters.
I mean, we were all pretty pathetic roleplayers while in town
DM Foxpaws
GM, 88 posts
Tue 10 Jan 2006
at 03:15
  • msg #23

Re: XP!

awww, come on guys, I havn't killed anyone yet, what makes you think I'd do it now?
Calgarvin Woodwill
player, 50 posts
Tue 10 Jan 2006
at 03:51
  • msg #24

Re: XP!

Because 'flicking the switch' NEVER, EVER results in that secret passageway opening up, or that hitherto unseen chest that was chained to the roof and full to the brim with shitloads of treasure suddenly lowering itself to ground level, or a ring of 3 wishes falling out of the slot at the bottom of the machine.

It is ALWAYS a switch placed there by some unnamed NPC with a sick sense of humour who figured, "Yeah, I am SURE to suck somebody into flicking this", then suddenly the world opens up beneath them into a bottomless chasm, or they are lightning bolted for 10d6 or something.

Anyhow.....I've flicked it. Tell Mummy I love 'er.

RIP CW
Varul Reefcrusher
player, 114 posts
First Mate
Marine
Tue 10 Jan 2006
at 04:33
  • msg #25

Re: XP!

Actually....the way I would design it is to have the one who flicked the switch safe on a 5x5 platform...while all the rest of the ground gives way to the bottomless chasm......

Oh wait, I have done that... :)
Varlath Kir'El
player, 29 posts
Sat 14 Jan 2006
at 00:35
  • msg #26

Sad times

Hey all, let me first start off by apologizing for my excessive absence. I recently nabbed a promotion at work, and found myself swamped with more hours. I thought they would die down, but it turns out it hasn't, and they won't. Yet another example of the rat race taking an avid player out of D&D :รพ

As such, I will be pulling out of all my RoA games and drifing into the forgotten background, maybe to be brought back some other time. Again, sorry everyone, especially you DM, for having to put up with me not being here.
Calgarvin Woodwill
player, 54 posts
Sat 14 Jan 2006
at 01:32
  • msg #27

Re: Sad times

Sorry to see you go Varlath. Good luck with it all.
DM Foxpaws
GM, 92 posts
Sat 14 Jan 2006
at 03:29
  • msg #28

Re: Sad times

Good luck to you on the outside Valrath, and think nothing of the game, you take care of the real world and if/when you ever make it back feel free to drop us a line.  I won't delete you in case you ever do come back you can keep going as yourself.  Congrats on the promotion!
Varul Reefcrusher
player, 118 posts
First Mate
Marine
Sat 14 Jan 2006
at 05:31
  • msg #29

Re: Sad times

good luck.
DM Foxpaws
GM, 99 posts
Mon 16 Jan 2006
at 02:10
  • msg #30

Re: Sad times

Just to let you all know, we are as far behind the Pirates time wise as it will take us to finish this quest.  After this it will be time to begin hunting them to the ends of the earth.
Varul Reefcrusher
player, 126 posts
First Mate
Marine
Mon 16 Jan 2006
at 04:05
  • msg #31

Re: Sad times

cool
Calgarvin Woodwill
player, 58 posts
Mon 16 Jan 2006
at 10:44
  • msg #32

Re: Sad times

Sweet. We're ready for them - mano e mano. Just remember that there's only 3 of us and - if I do say myself - we aren't going too badly. But I wouldn't mind if you could recruit a cleric for our group. It really would make a difference.

CW
DM Foxpaws
GM, 100 posts
Mon 16 Jan 2006
at 11:23
  • msg #33

Re: Sad times

I got the call out for 3 more to join up, not say what I want/need for the group (I hate influencing what people play, if all 3 come in and what to be rogues then we get a ship full of thieves.)
Koopa
player, 1 post
Ini:+7 AC:16 (FF:10 T:16)
HP:23/23 Saves:+5/+8/+6
Thu 19 Jan 2006
at 17:10
  • msg #34

Re: Sad times


Hello! I'm your newest hunter reqruit, though it'll take a while before you get to enjoy my company, I'm afraid.
Brald Wyndlass
player, 75 posts
Not a typical ROA profile
pirate might steal my rum
Thu 19 Jan 2006
at 17:34
  • msg #35

Re: Sad times

welcome!

*makes a deep bow*

a lady, and a most lovely one at that
Varul Reefcrusher
player, 136 posts
First Mate
Marine
Fri 20 Jan 2006
at 06:02
  • msg #36

Re: Sad times

Welcome...
Calgarvin Woodwill
player, 64 posts
Fri 20 Jan 2006
at 07:24
  • msg #37

Re: Sad times

Glad to have you aboard. Good luck :)

CW
Varul Reefcrusher
player, 138 posts
First Mate
Marine
Fri 20 Jan 2006
at 23:57
  • msg #38

Island

I am ready for landfall....
Calgarvin Woodwill
player, 66 posts
Sat 21 Jan 2006
at 05:24
  • msg #39

Re: Island

Ditto.

Actually, I've just been out on a 15-footer today on Sydney Harbour. Only my second time out, but I'm learning the lingo, so it MAY help me RPing here :).

Ferry captains suck, by the way.

CW
Varul Reefcrusher
player, 139 posts
First Mate
Marine
Sat 21 Jan 2006
at 05:56
  • msg #40

Re: Island

I lived on a 65' Morgan (sailboat) for 3 years and a 90' modified minesweeper for two.....It was great. I loved the sailboat. I wish I was still able to do that.
DM Foxpaws
GM, 107 posts
Sun 22 Jan 2006
at 18:00
  • msg #41

Re: Island

Myself, I've spent maybe 4 hours total my whole life on a boat...if that long.  Love the feel of them though when I can get on one.  Oh well, maybe when the kids get older I can buy one for myself.  Anyway, to the game.

I need a marching order for you all...Renny being the coward that he is will remain in the middle of the group, he has a dagger with him and takes a pin from the ship to act as a club...but don't expect him to know how to use them. (mainly because I always forget about the NPC in battle).  Also, I'm gonna gloss over some of the stuff here for the long walks and what not to try to advance the game so we can get Koopa into the game, don't want her getting bored and signing onto a new ship.
Calgarvin Woodwill
player, 68 posts
Sun 22 Jan 2006
at 18:51
  • msg #42

Re: Island

Maybe:

Varul
Calgarvin
Renny
Brald

?
DM Foxpaws
GM, 108 posts
Sun 22 Jan 2006
at 18:54
  • msg #43

Re: Island

Don't foget Varlath...I'm gonna try like hell to NPC him til we get back to port and he leaves to continue his studies.  Can place him second to last.
Brald Wyndlass
player, 81 posts
Not a typical ROA profile
pirate might steal my rum
Sun 22 Jan 2006
at 21:18
  • msg #44

Re: Island

It's been years (15?) since I've sailed
I used to spend a couple hours on the water nearly every evening in summers though.


March order looks good to Brald
Brald Wyndlass
player, 82 posts
Not a typical ROA profile
pirate might steal my rum
Sun 22 Jan 2006
at 21:22
  • msg #45

Re: Island

If there is a giant palisade near a primitive village, with a smoking volcano smoking in the background beyond, at the end of this trail: I'm going to hurt the DM
DM Foxpaws
GM, 109 posts
Sun 22 Jan 2006
at 22:32
  • msg #46

Re: Island

Awww, come on, who doesn't love a smoking volcano?  I'm assuming thats from a movie, no?
Brald Wyndlass
player, 83 posts
Not a typical ROA profile
pirate might steal my rum
Sun 22 Jan 2006
at 22:38
  • msg #47

Re: Island

uh...

King Kong?  Only one of the most popular movies of all time
with 4 re-makes, one of which is brand new
DM Foxpaws
GM, 110 posts
Sun 22 Jan 2006
at 22:40
  • msg #48

Re: Island

I havn't seen that in almost 20 years, no interest in the most recent remake...Hell, I havn't been interested in anything out of hollywood in years.
Brald Wyndlass
player, 84 posts
Not a typical ROA profile
pirate might steal my rum
Sun 22 Jan 2006
at 22:44
  • msg #49

Re: Island

There was even a D&D module based on the movie

Isle of the Ape - back in AD&D 1 days, I think.  Was supposedly a Greyhawk adventure
DM Foxpaws
GM, 111 posts
Sun 22 Jan 2006
at 22:59
  • msg #50

Re: Island

Oh....ummm....let me put this module away....ummm...yeah....

Isle of the ape you say? Never heard of it...
Brald Wyndlass
player, 85 posts
Not a typical ROA profile
pirate might steal my rum
Sun 22 Jan 2006
at 23:06
  • msg #51

Re: Island

yeah, and X2, the Isle Dread was a bit more loosely based on King Kong too
DM Foxpaws
GM, 116 posts
Thu 26 Jan 2006
at 00:16
  • msg #52

Re: Island

You doing ok Koopa?  I don't want you getting bored on me :)  We'll be warpping this up shortly...I may even bring you in early to get the party started sooner if your up for it?

How about it guys, you up for a little rescue and recovery for the fair maiden?
Brald Wyndlass
player, 88 posts
Not a typical ROA profile
pirate might steal my rum
Thu 26 Jan 2006
at 00:30
  • msg #53

Re: Island

I'm fine with any plot device/etc that brings her (or any new) pc in early.

I've been the one waiting before, and it sucks.  And there is almost always something the DM can do to bring a character in.

off the top of my head:
1) She is native to the island we're on
2) She is shipwrecked and castaway on the island we're on
3) She's been assigned to spy on this island by any of several orgainizations/power groups
4) the old "she drops from the sky/appears from midair"  - a one-way portal, a gate, a powerful being sending her, etc...
DM Foxpaws
GM, 117 posts
Thu 26 Jan 2006
at 01:08
  • msg #54

Re: Island

Could always update my last post and have the monkey drop her as he portals through ;)
Brald Wyndlass
player, 89 posts
Not a typical ROA profile
pirate might steal my rum
Thu 26 Jan 2006
at 01:37
  • msg #55

Re: Island

that damned monkey
Brald Wyndlass
player, 96 posts
Not a typical ROA profile
pirate might steal my rum
Sun 29 Jan 2006
at 05:19
  • msg #56

Re: Island

I think what DM Foxpaws described was a hot spring.

A fumarole is a steam vent, or just hot air and smoke - I didn't even consider posting it, because I thought Calgarvin had already won.
DM Foxpaws
GM, 121 posts
Sun 29 Jan 2006
at 14:15
  • msg #57

Re: Island

Yeah, it was a hot spring, Calgarvin had it...deeper into the cave system you'll probably come accross the fumarole's.  However, there is no need to destroy the orc village if you rp it right.  we just need a sneaky little bastard to go in and scout around.
Brald Wyndlass
player, 97 posts
Not a typical ROA profile
pirate might steal my rum
Sun 29 Jan 2006
at 22:10
  • msg #58

Re: Island

my hide and move silently are both low single digit - hardly 'sneaky'
DM Foxpaws
GM, 122 posts
Sun 29 Jan 2006
at 22:19
  • msg #59

Re: Island

Hey, they are cutting off peoples hands, I say go for the full frontal assualt...if you survive I promise to give extra xp...I don't think I have to worry aobut giving extra xp if you do go for the full frontal assault though.
Brald Wyndlass
player, 98 posts
Not a typical ROA profile
pirate might steal my rum
Sun 29 Jan 2006
at 22:33
  • msg #60

Re: Island

or any xp
Calgarvin Woodwill
player, 78 posts
Mon 30 Jan 2006
at 05:14
  • msg #61

Re: Island

Just a small cross driven into the sand above our wound-riddled bodies. Maybe 50 or 100 of them might sing a song for us if we manage to take out 3 or 4 of them in the first round.
Varul Reefcrusher
player, 156 posts
First Mate
Marine
Mon 30 Jan 2006
at 17:01
  • msg #62

Re: Island

Brald Wyndlass:
I think what DM Foxpaws described was a hot spring.

A fumarole is a steam vent, or just hot air and smoke - I didn't even consider posting it, because I thought Calgarvin had already won.


They are both fumarole.

A fumarole where the water does not steam off is called a Hot Spring.
One where the heat is so great that the water is turn into steam is a Steam vent.

Oh well...onto the adventure....
Brald Wyndlass
player, 101 posts
Not a typical ROA profile
pirate might steal my rum
Mon 30 Jan 2006
at 23:10
  • msg #63

Re: Island

I don't think so, but won't argue.
DM Foxpaws
GM, 123 posts
Tue 31 Jan 2006
at 11:25
  • msg #64

Re: Island

I'm here, but bogged down with school and work...bear with me guys...
DM Foxpaws
GM, 133 posts
Tue 14 Feb 2006
at 00:55
  • msg #65

Re: Island

Well shoot, I think we may have lost Koopa...if thats the case then this will turn into a very easy encounter, we'll get you to the next island then back to town quickly and out hunting pirates asap :)
Varul Reefcrusher
player, 172 posts
First Mate
Marine
Tue 14 Feb 2006
at 01:30
  • msg #66

Re: Island

Hmmm, hello...

Ok, lets go on....
DM Foxpaws
GM, 134 posts
Tue 14 Feb 2006
at 17:52
  • msg #67

Re: Island

We're going to hold here for a brief while to see if Koopa comes back.  I'll take up the adventure this weekend again.
Calgarvin Woodwill
player, 91 posts
Tue 14 Feb 2006
at 19:57
  • msg #68

Re: Island

It's up to you, o' course :)

But 10 days is a loooong time to wait for someone who isn't in the game yet. I always worry when unknown players don't log in for a whole week. Particularly when we've made 20 posts in that time.

Is it something to do with our chasing the pirates? How many swine do they have in 'their' group?
Varul Reefcrusher
player, 173 posts
First Mate
Marine
Tue 14 Feb 2006
at 22:36
  • msg #69

Re: Island

Aye..what are the odds  I wonder....
DM Foxpaws
GM, 135 posts
Wed 15 Feb 2006
at 21:01
  • msg #70

Re: Island

We're closing in on 2 to 1 odds right now...thats why you all are on this little trek....a little something something to even the favor...and don't forget, we've got Fido for ship to ship combat.
Brald Wyndlass
player, 115 posts
Not a typical ROA profile
pirate might steal my rum
Wed 15 Feb 2006
at 21:05
  • msg #71

Re: Island

hmmm - there is no way Brald can stand against two characters of his level, not one chance in a thousand - no matter what their class
Varul Reefcrusher
player, 174 posts
First Mate
Marine
Wed 15 Feb 2006
at 21:25
  • msg #72

Re: Island

We get them in the water and we'll do fine...
DM Foxpaws
GM, 136 posts
Thu 16 Feb 2006
at 01:33
  • msg #73

Re: Island

I plan on sinking them before we close ;)  Fido is a good pet :)
Calgarvin Woodwill
player, 92 posts
Fri 17 Feb 2006
at 08:18
  • msg #74

Re: Island

You know, if we can sink their ship before they close on us, I can summon enough sharks to whittle their collective masses down to, oh I don't know, something the size of a peanut.

:)

CW
Brald Wyndlass
player, 116 posts
Not a typical ROA profile
pirate might steal my rum
Fri 17 Feb 2006
at 14:04
  • msg #75

Re: Island

and they can't do that to us?
Varul Reefcrusher
player, 175 posts
First Mate
Marine
Fri 17 Feb 2006
at 16:07
  • msg #76

Re: Island

Well, I am stronger in the water... :)
Calgarvin Woodwill
player, 93 posts
Fri 17 Feb 2006
at 22:59
  • msg #77

Re: Island

So's my animal companion.

;)

CW
Varul Reefcrusher
player, 206 posts
First Mate
Marine
Mon 6 Mar 2006
at 01:08
  • msg #78

Re: Island

Didn't we find 3 potions on this side trip as well?
DM Foxpaws
GM, 161 posts
Mon 6 Mar 2006
at 01:22
  • msg #79

Re: Island

Not that I recall, but its possible.  it'll be in the postings someplace if we did.
Varul Reefcrusher
player, 207 posts
First Mate
Marine
Mon 6 Mar 2006
at 01:38
  • msg #80

Re: Island

I was just thinking of the box I wanted to smash open on the first island....
Of course I have an ogre's memory..not that of an ogre mage... :)
DM Foxpaws
GM, 162 posts
Mon 6 Mar 2006
at 02:48
  • msg #81

Re: Island

I remember some gems, and the crystal...don't remember the potions.
Tagen Vrinn
player, 1 post
Mon 6 Mar 2006
at 14:58
  • msg #82

Re: Island

Howdy gang! Your resident landlubber is here to sign on to provide some comic releif. I personally have no sailing experience, nada, none. Nor does my PC, so he's gonna be learning as he goes ... and is now preparing to face the wrath of Varul :)

I'll be jumping in as soon as Foxpaws can work me in. Til then, I have some reading to catch up on.
Tagen Vrinn
player, 2 posts
Mon 6 Mar 2006
at 15:01
  • msg #83

Re: Island

Oh yea, first question. Where is this adventure taking place? just curious where we are located.

Thanks
Varul Reefcrusher
player, 208 posts
First Mate
Marine
Mon 6 Mar 2006
at 18:01
  • msg #84

Re: Island

OOC: You are most likely in town where our ship is under repairs...The four of us went on a side trip and are on our way back.....No sailing experience ..oh boy.... :)
Calgarvin Woodwill
player, 110 posts
Mon 6 Mar 2006
at 19:35
  • msg #85

Re: Island

Welcome Tagen. Glad to see you decided to join the real men on the pirate hunters' ship. They all wear pink dresses on the other boat.

I wouldn't worry too much about not having any sailing skill.  There are plenty of sailors on our boat :).

CW
Brald Wyndlass
player, 136 posts
Not a typical ROA profile
pirate might steal my rum
Mon 6 Mar 2006
at 20:40
  • msg #86

Re: Island

welcome aboard, ye lubber!
Fair sailng ahead, booty, battle, and beauty!
DM Foxpaws
GM, 163 posts
Mon 6 Mar 2006
at 21:26
  • msg #87

Re: Island

Hell, don't worry about not knowing anything about a ship...ask the guys, I can't tell the boat from the water.   But Currently your in Amn near the ship, we'll get you signed on and maybe you can play with fido for a little while ;)
DM Foxpaws
GM, 165 posts
Tue 14 Mar 2006
at 17:19
  • msg #88

Re: Island

Sorry about my posting rate guys, back to finals again for me, have Accounting today and economics monday....and I'm not really ready for either yet.  I plan to post something and get us sailing tomorrow, so if your going to go shopping do it today, for those of you who were on the treasure hunt, go ahead and spend or save the cash as you see fit, and unless your getting something really wierd consider the town to have it.
Brald Wyndlass
player, 139 posts
Not a typical ROA profile
pirate might steal my rum
Fri 17 Mar 2006
at 15:31
  • msg #89

Re: Island

sorry all.

I've been very busy with a job change and getting ready for a move.
In fact, I'm actually moving on Monday, and will be returning my cable modem to Comcast today.  I do have backup dialup, but I will probably be on very inrequently and briefly for the next week or so.

I was away last weekend, and while I was able to catch up on my other games, the sheer post count you guy have racked up since I was last active is frankly, intimidating.

So, expect me back around April 1st.  I may be on before then via dialup, but there are no guarantees.
DM Foxpaws
GM, 168 posts
Mon 20 Mar 2006
at 00:10
  • msg #90

Re: Island

Hey all, just wanted to warn you all that I've run into a bit of a problem.  My computer has finally died out on me so I'm using my wifes currently.  This is going to affect my posting for a short while until I can get some sort of work around.  I truely do apologize for this and hope to have something in place shortly to correct it.
DM Foxpaws
GM, 180 posts
Fri 5 May 2006
at 01:49
  • msg #91

Re: Island

Well, a new laptop is pretty much out of the question for now, and real life is getting kinda rough with getting ready for spring.  So I place this before you guys.  Do I ask DM Mike to find a replacement for me, or are you all willing to put up with a possible once a week post from me?
Calgarvin Woodwill
player, 139 posts
Sat 6 May 2006
at 04:30
  • msg #92

Re: Island

Once a week is a bit thin for me I'm afraid.

CW
Varul Reefcrusher
player, 252 posts
First Mate
Marine
Sat 6 May 2006
at 05:46
  • msg #93

Re: Island

I'm fine with any posting rate...
Calgarvin Woodwill
player, 140 posts
Sat 6 May 2006
at 08:51
  • msg #94

Re: Island

Well, see what Tagen thinks then. Brald looks to have gone for good so it's just the three of us again. If Tagen is happy with that rate I'll go with the flow, at least until it ceases to be weekly :).
Tagen Vrinn
player, 24 posts
Sun 7 May 2006
at 01:09
  • msg #95

Re: Island

I'd prefer a faster rate myself because once a week just won't hold my interest very long. If it would be for just a month or so then fine, but it sounds like it will be longer than that so I'm for moving on.
DM Foxpaws
GM, 181 posts
Thu 18 May 2006
at 01:41
  • msg #96

Re: Island

HA ha! My laptop is working again!  expect posting rate to pick up a bit, at least to the 3 a week I had orignally promised.  I'll have something for you all tomorrow (sorry, sliced open a finger and typeing is a b1tch!)
Calgarvin Woodwill
player, 141 posts
Thu 18 May 2006
at 08:15
  • msg #97

Re: Island

Then you once again have Calgarvin Woodwill at your service dear sir :).

Anybody else still 'round?

CW
Tagen Vrinn
player, 25 posts
Thu 18 May 2006
at 13:20
  • msg #98

Re: Island

Still here and glad RPOL is back up and running.
Brald Wyndlass
player, 141 posts
Not a typical ROA profile
pirate might steal my rum
Thu 18 May 2006
at 17:55
  • msg #99

Re: Island

huh.
I actually gave up on this game because the posting rate was so slow, skipping a week didn't seem like much of a big deal.
then I logged on, and found 80 IC posts and was too lazy to catch up...

oh well
Varul Reefcrusher
player, 253 posts
First Mate
Marine
Thu 18 May 2006
at 18:45
  • msg #100

Re: Island

What post?  :)
Calgarvin Woodwill
player, 142 posts
Fri 19 May 2006
at 05:45
  • msg #101

Re: Island

No drama brald :). Get back on the horse mate. We're off to slay pirates.

CW
DM Foxpaws
GM, 184 posts
Mon 22 May 2006
at 21:38
  • msg #102

Re: Island

Brald, you coming back to us, or no?
Tagen Vrinn
player, 28 posts
Fri 26 May 2006
at 14:00
  • msg #103

Re: Island

  |01|02|03|04|05|06|07|08|09|10|11|12|13|14|15|16|17|18|19|20|21|22|
--+--+--+--+--+--+--+--+--+--+--+--+--+--+--+--+--+--+--+--+--+--+--+--
 A|                      /          \                        / \    |A
  +  +  +  +  +  +  +  +/ +  +  +  + \+  +  +  +/\+  +  +  +/ + \+  +
 B|                    /              \        /  \        /     \  |B
  +  +  +  + /+\ +  + /+  +  +  +  +  +\ +  + /+  +\ +  + /+  +  +\ +
 C|      H  /   \    /           b  P   \    /      \    /         \|C
  +  +  +  +  +  +  +  +  +  +  +  +  +  +  +  +  +  +  +  +  +  +  +
 D|        |b  P |  |      b     P       |  |b       |  |V          |D
  +  +  +  +  +  +  +  +  +  +  +  +  +  +  +  +  +  +  +  +  +  +  +
 E|        |P  b |  |         P          |  |        |  |P  T  C    |E
  +  +  +  +  +  +  +  +  +  +  +  +  +  +  +  +  +  +  +  +  +  +  +
 F|        |H  b |  |         M  P  b    |  |        |  |B          |F
  +  +  +  +  +  +  +  +  +  +  +  +  +  +  +  +  +  +  +  +  +  +  +
 G|        |_____|  |                    |  |        |  |   b       |G
  +  +  +  +  +  +  +  +  +  +  +  +  +  +  +  +  +  +  +  +  +  +  +
 H|                 |            M  P    |  |________|  |         CC|H
  +  +  +  +  +  +  +  +  +  +  +  +  +  +  +  +  +  +  +  +  +  +  +
 I|                 |       P            |              |___________|I
  +  +  +  +  +  +  +  +  +  +  +  +  +  +  +  +  +  +  +  +  +  +  +
 J|                 |    P  M            |                          |J
  +  +  +  +  +  +  +  +  +  +  +  +  +  +  +  +  +  +  +  +  +  +  +
 K|                 |____________________|                          |K
--+--+--+--+--+--+--+--+--+--+--+--+--+--+--+--+--+--+--+--+--+--+--+--
  |01|02|03|04|05|06|07|08|09|10|11|12|13|14|15|16|17|18|19|20|21|22|

An idea for an alternate map. Removing the interior graph lines makes for a clearer picture and you can still determine which square you are in. Stole this from another game I'm in.
Varul Reefcrusher
player, 258 posts
First Mate
Marine
Fri 26 May 2006
at 15:19
  • msg #104

Re: Island

I would be too lazy to make that.  LoL....
DM Foxpaws
GM, 186 posts
Fri 26 May 2006
at 16:38
  • msg #105

Re: Island

Hell, I'm half tempted to switch to an all text combat, is a heck of a lot easier to run that these graphs.
Varul Reefcrusher
player, 260 posts
First Mate
Marine
Fri 26 May 2006
at 19:11
  • msg #106

Re: Island

I am on my way to one of them big P's on the other hsip.... :)
Tagen Vrinn
player, 30 posts
Fri 26 May 2006
at 21:46
  • msg #107

Re: Island

Looks like I'm going to need to add some ranks in Jump and Climb or eventually I'll be taking a swim when I really don't want to.
DM Foxpaws
GM, 188 posts
Mon 29 May 2006
at 19:04
  • msg #108

Re: Island

Just waiting for Calgarvin to take an action, we'll get rolling after that...

I've a feeling we're going to need a stronger crew for you all to fight, or some sort of fiend...oooooo a stronger crew full of fiends!
Varul Reefcrusher
player, 262 posts
First Mate
Marine
Tue 30 May 2006
at 23:47
  • msg #109

Re: Island

I take it we are fighting NPC pirates....
DM Foxpaws
GM, 190 posts
Wed 31 May 2006
at 01:50
  • msg #110

Re: Island

Yeah, the real pirates are in a little adventure of their own...we'll be getting to them shortly though I think
Calgarvin Woodwill
player, 148 posts
Fri 2 Jun 2006
at 06:40
  • msg #111

Re: Island

Sorry for the outage.....bad period RL and I have spent a long time catching up the last 24hours and am continuing to do so.

:)

CW
Captain Clarke
NPC, 20 posts
Captain of the
Swyft Wynd
Sat 3 Jun 2006
at 23:01
  • msg #112

Re: Island

Hey all...what say we head down to chult for a little bit of fun... a little birdy told me we might run into some pirates down there ;)
Varul Reefcrusher
player, 264 posts
First Mate
Marine
Sat 3 Jun 2006
at 23:43
  • msg #113

Re: Island

Yoohoo matey...lets go.
Calgarvin Woodwill
player, 151 posts
Sun 4 Jun 2006
at 04:15
  • msg #114

Re: Island

Hoo yar!

:)

CW
DM Foxpaws
GM, 193 posts
Sun 11 Jun 2006
at 19:19
  • msg #115

Re: Island

Tagen, just waiting for your action if any...
Varul Reefcrusher
player, 268 posts
First Mate
Marine
Sun 11 Jun 2006
at 22:35
  • msg #116

Re: Island

Hey, there getting away!
Tagen Vrinn
player, 34 posts
Mon 12 Jun 2006
at 20:25
  • msg #117

Re: Island

Posted, sorry, I was gone this weekend and neglected to inform you all.
Varul Reefcrusher
player, 270 posts
First Mate
Marine
Mon 12 Jun 2006
at 21:24
  • msg #118

Re: Island

No problem.

And as i mention in my post, I have a large background for Vraul and have to post/answer based on it....
Calgarvin Woodwill
player, 154 posts
Tue 13 Jun 2006
at 05:30
  • msg #119

Re: Island

Ok then.....if we're all sticking our hands in the air and making it a fully democratic decision, I'll say this:

******************

If this campaign were just the 3 of us, I would say FOR SURE take the boat and create our own pirate hunting outfit. It's what all sailors should aspire to.

BUT

We have to kill a heap of PLAYER-CONTROLLED pirates. And I figure no matter what ANYONE says we will have a better chance with clarke and his pet.

Therefore we are suicidal if we keep the boat and go off ourselves.

*******************

Does any of that make sense to anybody?
Varul Reefcrusher
player, 271 posts
First Mate
Marine
Tue 13 Jun 2006
at 05:51
  • msg #120

Re: Island

Yes it does...I originally set up to be a dread Pirate captain PrC...
But I decided to change since I thouhgt we needed the Capt ourselves.
(I rather have a magic item)
Calgarvin Woodwill
player, 155 posts
Tue 13 Jun 2006
at 06:10
  • msg #121

Re: Island

Looks like it might be settled then. Sell the boat :)

you sweet with that, Tagen?
Varul Reefcrusher
player, 272 posts
First Mate
Marine
Tue 13 Jun 2006
at 16:46
  • msg #122

Re: Island

Hmm..a wand of pirate disintegration with an area of affect...yaaa...
Tagen Vrinn
player, 35 posts
Wed 14 Jun 2006
at 03:41
  • msg #123

Re: Island

Yep, sounds good to me.
Captain Clarke
NPC, 23 posts
Captain of the
Swyft Wynd
Wed 28 Jun 2006
at 20:23
  • msg #124

Re: Island

Spend yer cash if you want to boys, as soon as you head to the ship we're off for pirate blood!
Varul Reefcrusher
player, 283 posts
First Mate
Marine
Wed 28 Jun 2006
at 21:01
  • msg #125

Re: Island

How many are on our crew that get shares of prize...
Not PC's but total crew...including the Capt.s shares...
DM Foxpaws
GM, 199 posts
Wed 28 Jun 2006
at 21:06
  • msg #126

Re: Island

Just the 3 of you, I split it 5 ways (1 share for the captain, 1 share for the other 20 or so sailors and the ship), and used a Dhow for the base ship, worth 7k and added another 1k for the loot in the ship.  split out 5 ways you got about 6k for the sale of the 8k ship.
Varul Reefcrusher
player, 285 posts
First Mate
Marine
Wed 28 Jun 2006
at 21:08
  • msg #127

Re: Island

Welll that tells me we are not one a  Dromond. :(

:)
Captain Clarke
NPC, 24 posts
Captain of the
Swyft Wynd
Wed 28 Jun 2006
at 21:19
  • msg #128

Re: Island

Nope, we're on a Brig, shes outfitted with 2 balista and a set of netting (helps keep borders off the ship, takes an hour to put in place).  Shes light and fast and rarely takes on cargo (slows her down).  You can see the design for her in the stormwrack book on page 175, or online if you look up the stormwrack book on the web at http://www.wizards.com/dnd/ima...maps/StormW_map4.jpg
DM Foxpaws
GM, 201 posts
Sun 2 Jul 2006
at 12:15
  • msg #129

Re: Island

You boys ready, this next week or two could be a very bloody time for us....
Varul Reefcrusher
player, 289 posts
First Mate
Marine
Sun 2 Jul 2006
at 14:20
  • msg #130

Re: Island

You can say that againb, they have a crew almost twice our siuze I hear tell...
(I have to remember to use my itmedating rage as we board..see if we cant shake some of em up)
Captain Clarke
NPC, 27 posts
Captain of the
Swyft Wynd
Sun 2 Jul 2006
at 14:21
  • msg #131

Re: Island

We're all a higher lvl than they are, and we've got Fido :)
Varul Reefcrusher
player, 290 posts
First Mate
Marine
Sun 2 Jul 2006
at 14:26
  • msg #132

Re: Island

Ayy Capn..
DM Foxpaws
GM, 202 posts
Sun 2 Jul 2006
at 15:14
  • msg #133

Re: Island

We also have the Balista on board....true its only 1 atk every 4 rounds, but it'll give us a shot or two before we close with them.
Captain Clarke
NPC, 29 posts
Captain of the
Swyft Wynd
Tue 4 Jul 2006
at 01:58
  • msg #134

Re: Island

I'm going to hold Fido back until we know their intentions (we're not pirates, we wait until we know if they are)  I can start casting ice storm at almost 800', not to mention summon nature's ally 1-4 and I can turn into animals as well, though nothing really nasty.  Not sure how you want to go about this combat, and I'll leave that all to you...the captain will go whole hog as soon as he can, once we close for combat he's gonna wade into battle....sorry Varul, I've only got 1 barkskin and I'm gonna cast it on me if you have a potion (my ac sucks)
Varul Reefcrusher
player, 297 posts
First Mate
Marine
Tue 4 Jul 2006
at 02:00
  • msg #135

Re: Island

Done...:)

Hit them with our splls that are area spells...
And fire the balista as much as we can at least twice

once we know if they are a threat
Tagen Vrinn
player, 40 posts
Wed 5 Jul 2006
at 13:56
  • msg #136

Re: Island

Not that I'm pesimistic or anything, but I have a bad feeling about Tagen's chances. This is his first excursion so he is only 3rd level and with the modifiers and spells I've seen I suspect the rest of you (and probably the pirates) are somewhat higher.

Anyway, none of that bothers me, but I'd like to stay with the Swiftwynd and her crew. So I'm requesting permission to be able to replace him with a new character (one built for sailing) and stay with the Swiftwynd should he fall.

I know, I know. Don't get the cart before the horse. I'm actually using a reverse phsychology trick here. By talking about his potential demise I am in fact guaranteeing that he will survive the encounter and probably be the one that saves the day with that critical roll and a critical time :)
Varul Reefcrusher
player, 299 posts
First Mate
Marine
Wed 5 Jul 2006
at 14:57
  • msg #137

Re: Island

Well, looking at their post in the combined thread....they have all posted the same amount if you. Which means they have not had an adventure already like some of your shipmates have.

Hmm another adv like the last one and I would have leveled....oh well, lets get em
Captain Clarke
NPC, 31 posts
Captain of the
Swyft Wynd
Wed 5 Jul 2006
at 22:38
  • msg #138

Re: Island

So, whats your plan boys?  I can unload at a good range with a few spells, and I can send Fido in at anytime to begin attacking them.  What do you guys have for this?  Once in range I can drop around 15 to 20 hippogriffs or other low lvl summons on them.  What spells do you have ready Cal?  Anyone have any alchemists fire? anything else to do major damage to the ship, or thier sails?
Varul Reefcrusher
player, 300 posts
First Mate
Marine
Wed 5 Jul 2006
at 23:00
  • msg #139

Re: Island

I am a simple melee...who can intmidate at range..so lets see if I can shake the up as I rage onto the their ship.

Once we know they are pirates:

I say we fire the Balista for sure as much as possible until we board...

And if we have spell casters they should lob any area effects spells the have when they can.  Same for you...for they will be worthless once we board.

Your pet should wait until all area effects spells are completed before attacking..and only 1 round before we board...That should be a suprise.
Captain Clarke
NPC, 32 posts
Captain of the
Swyft Wynd
Wed 5 Jul 2006
at 23:57
  • msg #140

Re: Island

Fido's not gonna be able to do much, unless she can jump out of the water and onto their ship, other than that I'm gonna have her bull rush the ship to see if we can't hole her right away...and maybe knock a few of them down.

I've got 1 ice storm at 640' (other slot is a dispell magic)

3 call lighting at 160'

2 flaming sphere at 160' 1 barkskin/spider climb (summon)

and 2 produce flame at 120' 3x clw (summon)

My intention is to stay about 150' away, that should do for most spells/bows, and allow us to use our balista...I'm not sure what they are planning for us, but I'm willing to bet it won't be pretty.
Varul Reefcrusher
player, 301 posts
First Mate
Marine
Thu 6 Jul 2006
at 02:31
  • msg #141

Re: Island

In that case have the pet try an dsink her after the first area spell is cast...

I'd love for the pet and I to fight underwater against them .  :)
Calgarvin Woodwill
player, 164 posts
Fri 7 Jul 2006
at 10:50
  • msg #142

Re: Island

Just as a first impression:

The main thing we have going for us is Captain Clarke. He is 2.6-squizillion-times more powerful than I am, and I am quite formidable.

But I have a pretty good plan:

1) Clarke gives me water breathing and I jump into the water, whistle to my own Fido (a massive dolphin on steroids) to take me to their ship, and have Fido at my flank.

2) When I get there, if they are smart enough to have submarinal guards, Fido can take care of them.

3) Meanwhile, I cast wood shape into their hull. I can affect over a dozen cubic feet of wood and shape it any way I like. I think in fact that I could sink the Titanic with this spell. I'm pretty sure their boat will last only a few rounds, and the boat CERTAINLY won't be manouvreable after I do it.

4) After a short period of time waiting on the horizon, you will see their boat start to sink, and the possible limbs of their submarinal guards being thrown into the air by Fido.

5) At this point, Clarke moves our ship within his own range of firepower and hits it with everything we've got. Call Lightnings, ballista bolts, crossbows, long range darts, harsh language. Whatever wets your whistle.

6) After maybe 2 rounds of punishment of this nature they will be smashed to the shithouse, and within another couple of rounds they will all be in the sea.

7) The captain and myself summon a couple of dozen sharks on steroids (can you say 'augment summoning'?) to eat the pirates and return so we can sift through their foeces for magic items.


Seems fairly straight forward to me :).

Any advances on that?
Varul Reefcrusher
player, 304 posts
First Mate
Marine
Fri 7 Jul 2006
at 13:15
  • msg #143

Re: Island

"I coul dgo with the Capn pet and guard you. We stay underwater while they cast all their area affect spells and shot the balista." Vraul says. "But sinking or not I be boarding her when the time comes."
This message was last edited by the player at 20:16, Sat 08 July 2006.
Captain Clarke
NPC, 35 posts
Captain of the
Swyft Wynd
Mon 10 Jul 2006
at 01:57
  • msg #144

Re: Island

Sorry guys, I'm still waiting for anything from the pirates...
Varul Reefcrusher
player, 305 posts
First Mate
Marine
Mon 10 Jul 2006
at 02:03
  • msg #145

Re: Island

OOC: No problem.
Calgarvin Woodwill
player, 165 posts
Mon 10 Jul 2006
at 06:17
  • msg #146

Re: Island

No dramas.

CW
DM Songwind
GM, 2 posts
Tue 22 Aug 2006
at 22:28
  • msg #147

Greetings!!!

Hello, everyone.  I will be taking over the Hunter bubble region and harassing the pirates very soon; just getting caught up on the game thread info and brainstorming with DM N1nj4cow on the up coming battle sequence with the pirates.

Would all the hunters that are still around please send me a PM or post "I'm here", so I know who my players are real fast?
Varul Reefcrusher
player, 314 posts
First Mate
Marine
Wed 23 Aug 2006
at 01:20
  • msg #148

Re: Greetings!!!

I'm here. Sort of.. :)
DM Songwind
GM, 3 posts
Fri 25 Aug 2006
at 02:06
  • msg #149

Re: Greetings!!!

Anybody else still around Varul Reefcrusher?
Varul Reefcrusher
player, 315 posts
First Mate
Marine
Fri 25 Aug 2006
at 19:03
  • msg #150

Re: Greetings!!!

I don't see anyone around me.... :)
DM Songwind
GM, 4 posts
Fri 25 Aug 2006
at 20:06
  • msg #151

Re: Greetings!!!

Yeah, I've asked for more players to join here in the RoA: OOC forum game.  I hope to have the pirate ship combat sequence ready to go by the end of the weekend.

Hang tight, it will happen! ;}
Varul Reefcrusher
player, 316 posts
First Mate
Marine
Fri 25 Aug 2006
at 20:12
  • msg #152

Re: Greetings!!!

Don't have to worry about me.  Any post rate is ok with me...multiple times a day or once every couple of months... :)
Karal Enzoe aka Hands
player, 1 post
Sat 2 Sep 2006
at 18:52
  • msg #153

Re: Greetings!!!

I suppose I should introduce myself. I'm the next new guy in the hunter's crew, though I don't know when I'll actualy be starting yet. I'm a big burly human with a talent for taking weapons away from other people. I'm not sure what else to tell you at this point so I'll just shut up for now.
DM Songwind
GM, 5 posts
Thu 7 Sep 2006
at 22:49
  • msg #154

Re: Greetings!!!

Hope everyone is still here and doing well.  Sounds like we will have 2-3 new players joining the region very soon, so we should get things moving very soon.

I also would like to know from everyone what type of gaming style you like to play, i.e. combat/hack&slash, investigation/mystery/problem-solving, diplomacy/social roleplaying, or a combination of the above?

Also, start brainstorming on the combat tactics you want to use in the coming ship combat and boarding action.
This message was last edited by the player at 22:51, Thu 07 Sept 2006.
Varul Reefcrusher
player, 317 posts
First Mate
Marine
Fri 8 Sep 2006
at 01:30
  • msg #155

Re: Greetings!!!

We have a balista...We were going to have the crew start shooting it while the Captain started some long range trouble with spells.

Myself, I am only good at melee...But I like all kinds of gaming....
Karal Enzoe aka Hands
player, 2 posts
Fri 8 Sep 2006
at 21:41
  • msg #156

Re: Greetings!!!

I'm with Varul regarding game style. At least with this character anyway. My preference is:
1) Combat
2) Investigation
3) Diplomacy
4) Puzzles

I consider puzzles to be separate from investigation/mystery plots. And they drive me a little batty because I can never figure them out! Usually I enjoy investigation and mysteries the most. I usually play rogues and have the skills to actually make an impact in such plots. With this character I’m looking forward to bashing some heads.
Varul Reefcrusher
player, 318 posts
First Mate
Marine
Sat 9 Sep 2006
at 02:06
  • msg #157

Re: Greetings!!!

Could not have listed it better myself.
Chulu
player, 1 post
Init:+8      AC 13/11/13
hp:  12/12  Saves: 1/3/2
Sun 10 Sep 2006
at 19:17
  • msg #158

Re: Greetings!!!

I may be of some assistance with the ranged parts.  :)  at least, when songwind comes back.   my play style is "adventuring".  I like to stay in character whil achieving goals, be they combat or puzzles or anything achievable.  I enjoy strategy and beatdowns, and think every thing should be roleplayed a good deal, but don't like things to get bogged down by it.  The adventuring is first, and good roleplay is part of it.  and i love gaining new skills/levling too :)

so yeah, lets kick pirate butt.
DM Songwind
GM, 6 posts
Mon 11 Sep 2006
at 21:25
  • msg #159

Re: Greetings!!!

Looks like we will have one more player joining very soon and then we'll this started, so brainstorm some more amongst yourselves on what you will be doing.
Varul Reefcrusher
player, 319 posts
First Mate
Marine
Mon 11 Sep 2006
at 21:55
  • msg #160

Re: Greetings!!!

It all depends ..is this an all out battle? Or do we wish to save the pirate ship for the Prize?
Chulu
player, 2 posts
Init:+8      AC 13/11/13
hp:  12/12  Saves: 1/3/2
Mon 11 Sep 2006
at 22:34
  • msg #161

Re: Greetings!!!

I think that's up to us.  We could even start a fleet!

lol if we don't wish to save it, fire, fire fire.  more fire

if we do( my personal fave, as i'd love to see a fleet) we need boarding strategies.  and closing strategies.  I suggest ranks in climb/tumble, so swinging over is possible from ropes.  and possible a fog cloud or some spell cast on them to make them unable to avoid us.
Varul Reefcrusher
player, 320 posts
First Mate
Marine
Tue 12 Sep 2006
at 03:05
  • msg #162

Re: Greetings!!!

We have already captured one ship and sold it. But if we want to sink it, the capts pet can do it by itself....
Karal Enzoe aka Hands
player, 3 posts
Init +3      AC 16/13/13
HP 24/24      Saves 4/5/1
Tue 12 Sep 2006
at 03:18
  • msg #163

Strategy

What do we know, or speculate, about these pirates? Do we stand a chance against them in boarding? Is their ship worth the effort? What's in their holds? Do we need to try and take them alive for any reason? In short, is there any good reason to NOT sink them outright?
Varul Reefcrusher
player, 321 posts
First Mate
Marine
Tue 12 Sep 2006
at 03:30
  • msg #164

Re: Strategy

Best to kill em.
DM Songwind
GM, 8 posts
Tue 12 Sep 2006
at 17:21
  • msg #165

Re: Strategy

The pirate ship looks to be either a cog or a caraval ship type which you know mans about 30 crew.
Chulu
player, 3 posts
Init:+8      AC 13/11/13
hp:  12/12  Saves: 1/3/2
Tue 12 Sep 2006
at 17:26
  • msg #166

Re: Strategy

ehhh we can't crew it on such short notice.  kill em.
DM Songwind
GM, 9 posts
Tue 12 Sep 2006
at 17:31
  • msg #167

Re: Strategy

You would need about 7 people to crew a ship of that size per shift and don't forget.  There will be about 20 regular npc sailors on your ship joining in on the boarding action and sailing your ship, so don't think it will be just the players engaging the pirate crew.
This message was last edited by the player at 17:32, Tue 12 Sept 2006.
Chulu
player, 4 posts
Init:+8      AC 13/11/13
hp:  12/12  Saves: 1/3/2
Wed 13 Sep 2006
at 16:03
  • msg #168

Re: Strategy

so does anyone wanna sum up the jist of things so far for me?  pretty please? lol thanks
Chulu
player, 5 posts
Init:+8      AC 13/11/13
hp:  12/12  Saves: 1/3/2
Wed 13 Sep 2006
at 23:34
  • msg #169

Re: Strategy

looks like the pirates post alot.  any word on when we start
Karal Enzoe aka Hands
player, 4 posts
Init +3      AC 16/13/13
HP 24/24      Saves 4/5/1
Thu 14 Sep 2006
at 02:06
  • msg #170

Re: Strategy

Chulu:
so does anyone wanna sum up the jist of things so far for me?  pretty please? lol thanks


Yeah, me too. Or at least tell us what threads are pertinent for us to read over. Below is the list of threads that I have access to. I really don’t mind reading one if I know which one.

* Hunters: On the trail
* Raid the Temple, Arr! (group 2 archive)
* Hunters: To sell a ship DM
* Mission 2: A Stench in the air (group 5 archive)
* Hunters: At Dock DM
* Hunters: At Sea DM
* Mission 1: Into the Turf
Varul Reefcrusher
player, 322 posts
First Mate
Marine
Thu 14 Sep 2006
at 02:16
  • msg #171

Re: Strategy

* Hunters: On the trail
  Hunters/Pirates: Battles at sea!
Umbril
player, 1 post
Thu 14 Sep 2006
at 02:18
  • msg #172

Re: Strategy

Looks like I'm in as well, though I'll wait for DM Songwind to tell me whether I'm in IC yet, or if I need to wait.

I'll be playing the wannabe navigator/captain that you don't want to be anywhere near when he has a chain in his hands, at least if he thinks of you as an enemy.

Or at least that's the intent.  We'll see how it plays out in action. :-)

Hands, it sounds like between you and me, we can push for a tricky style of combat.

I'll probably get through all of the threads I can get to, but it would be nice to know which ones are the hot topics.
DM Songwind
GM, 10 posts
Thu 14 Sep 2006
at 14:24
  • msg #173

Re: Strategy

OK everyone.  We are going to start things rolling on Friday in the Hunters/Pirates: Battles at sea! thread for the ship to ship and boarding action combat.

The Hunters: On the trail thread will be used for the player roleplaying interaction IC among the Hunters players.

When posting your actions during combat I want everyone to post there actions each round regardless of what your initiative is as soon as possible and then I'll make a summary entry of those action results for the round.  I don't want to do a round robin posting of actions by players based on initiative scores.  It takes too long and RL has a tendency to rear its ugly head; causing slow posting and waiting for the person in front of you in the intitiative order to post.
This message was last edited by the player at 14:35, Thu 14 Sept 2006.
Chulu
player, 6 posts
Init:+8      AC 13/11/13
hp:  12/12  Saves: 1/3/2
Thu 14 Sep 2006
at 15:51
  • msg #174

Re: Strategy

Sounds good.  So how do you want to handle us entering IC?  we're part of Varul's crew?
Karal Enzoe aka Hands
player, 5 posts
Init +3      AC 16/13/13
HP 24/24      Saves 4/5/1
Thu 14 Sep 2006
at 17:21
  • msg #175

Re: Strategy

DM Songwind:
When posting your actions during combat I want everyone to post there actions each round regardless of what your initiative is as soon as possible and then I'll make a summary entry of those action results for the round.


DM Songwind, I am all for posting actions as soon as possible. You're right that it does speed things up and that's a great thing! However from past experience I have learned there needs to be some method in place to handle Useless Actions. Will we have an opportunity to change our actions based on the summary and initiative? For instance:

Initiative:
1) Umbril
2) Bad Guy
3) Hands

Hands posts first that he will try to disarm Bad Guy. Umbril posts later that he will attack Bad Guy. Umbril’s rolls are enough to kill Bad Guy. Obviously at this point there’s no reason for Hands to try and disarm him. What would we do at that point?

I have played in the past where each PC had an “Overall Objective” for each round. If Hand’s objective is “find the nearest enemy and disarm him and then fight him” then you, DM, could go ahead and designate a different opponent what would still fit Hand’s objective. Yes, it is a little complicated but is generally a good idea to help everyone decide their actions no matter what their initiative is.
Chulu
player, 7 posts
Init:+8      AC 13/11/13
hp:  12/12  Saves: 1/3/2
Thu 14 Sep 2006
at 17:47
  • msg #176

Re: Strategy

Or you could just post secondary actions in case something dies/ runs away and your first action is impossible.  I'm sure the gm will let you change actions if you respond in time too.

Then again, true roleplay would say all of it happens in the same 6 seconds, with very minor staggering for in what order it happens, so everybody would state their intentions, and if something can't happen, it happens as best as possible and the rest is lost.  It's assumed the final blow probably happened 3-4 seconds into the round, so its totally unreasonable to say that oh, well i charge the other direction instead and hit *him*, all in 2 seconds.  after all, you would already be moving toward the first guy before the action finished.
Varul Reefcrusher
player, 323 posts
First Mate
Marine
Thu 14 Sep 2006
at 18:04
  • msg #177

Re: Strategy

You would already have to be one of those one the crew...You just never shined before and perhaps will now. :)

Of course we were just tryong to figure out if we were sure the ship was a pirate ship...for it is in our range...for we have balista and they do not.
Gildor Inglorion
player, 1 post
IN: 4 AC: 20 FF: 16 T: 15
HP: 31/31 F: 5 R: 5 W: 1
Thu 14 Sep 2006
at 19:44
  • msg #178

Re: Strategy

Elven swashbuckler here. Ready to bring those scurvy pirates to justice!
Chulu
player, 8 posts
Init:+8      AC 13/11/13
hp:  12/12  Saves: 1/3/2
Thu 14 Sep 2006
at 19:56
  • msg #179

Re: Strategy

we should really pitch in for some permanent spell of far seeing or something.  because a telesope is so damn expensive for 2x sight
Umbril
player, 3 posts
Fri 15 Sep 2006
at 12:06
  • msg #180

Re: Strategy

Gildor Inglorion:
Elven swashbuckler here. Ready to bring those scurvy pirates to justice!


No doubt of the House of Finrod... ;-)

Welcome!
Duke
player, 1 post
25/25  Saves: 4/3/8
Init:+2  AC: 12/11/11
Fri 15 Sep 2006
at 17:53
  • msg #181

Re: Strategy

He looks kinda like Will Turner if you ask me. :P

Hi.  I'm Duke.  I'll be our resident Acid slinging specialist.
Gildor Inglorion
player, 3 posts
IN: 4 AC: 20 FF: 16 T: 15
HP: 31/31 F: 5 R: 5 W: 1
Fri 15 Sep 2006
at 19:49
  • msg #182

Re: Strategy

Thats right, that's why I chose that portrait he is both an elf and an Anti-Pirate! As fir the name I couldn't think of any and my brain was tired. So when in doubt use something from Tolkien. Thats my motto anyway.
Chulu
player, 10 posts
Init:+8      AC 13/11/13
hp:  12/12  Saves: 1/3/2
Fri 15 Sep 2006
at 19:57
  • msg #183

Re: Strategy

Duke:
He looks kinda like Will Turner if you ask me. :P

Hi.  I'm Duke.  I'll be our resident Acid slinging specialist.


from the Hp you must be a sorceror.  so LOTS of acid slinging :)
Umbril
player, 4 posts
Fri 15 Sep 2006
at 22:33
  • msg #184

Re: Strategy

Gildor Inglorion:
Thats right, that's why I chose that portrait he is both an elf and an Anti-Pirate! As fir the name I couldn't think of any and my brain was tired. So when in doubt use something from Tolkien. Thats my motto anyway.


Works for me.  It's probably been six or seven years since I last read the Rings Trilogy, but I still knew the name and reference without any trouble.  That may tell you something about my affection for the good professor.
Gildor Inglorion
player, 4 posts
IN: 4 AC: 20 FF: 16 T: 15
HP: 31/31 F: 5 R: 5 W: 1
Fri 15 Sep 2006
at 23:56
  • msg #185

Re: Strategy

First read the trilogy at about ten. I think I have read it about 10-15 times since then (literally). Haven't read it in about 2 years though.
Duke
player, 2 posts
25/25  Saves: 4/3/8
Init:+2  AC: 12/11/11
Sat 16 Sep 2006
at 01:24
  • msg #186

Re: Strategy

I wouldn't say lots and lots of Acid slinging, but enough to be useful.  I've got a few scrolls with the same spell on them to make up for it though.

I'm actually a Hexblade in disguise.
Karal Enzoe aka Hands
player, 7 posts
Init +3      AC 16/13/13
HP 24/24      Saves 4/5/1
Sat 16 Sep 2006
at 04:17
  • msg #187

Re: Strategy

Duke:
I'm actually a Hexblade in disguise.


But it's a secret. Don't go telling all the PCs okay? That would ruin the surprise!  <LOL>
Chulu
player, 11 posts
Init:+8      AC 13/11/13
hp:  12/12  Saves: 1/3/2
Sat 16 Sep 2006
at 04:45
  • msg #188

Re: Strategy

I haven't said my exact class yet, though people may hazard some guesses.  Could i be an agile small monk?   a tricky rogue?  a mighty arcane caster?  a powerful Holy force?  a druid of great strength?
Chulu
player, 12 posts
Init:+8      AC 13/11/13
hp:  12/12  Saves: 1/3/2
Sat 16 Sep 2006
at 04:46
  • msg #189

Re: Strategy

and could you post ship distances?  thanks
Umbril
player, 5 posts
IN: +3 AC: 17*/14/13
HP: 24/24 F:+3 R:+2 W:+3
Sun 17 Sep 2006
at 01:03
  • msg #190

Re: Strategy

Just checking things.  We're on the Swyftwind or Swyft Wind, yes?  (and which should it be?)

What kind of ship is she?  I know she carries a ballista. Does she carry any other arms?

What ship combat rules are we using?
Duke
player, 3 posts
25/25  Saves: 4/3/8
Init:+2  AC: 12/11/11
Tue 19 Sep 2006
at 05:08
  • msg #191

Re: Strategy

And when do we get to start, eh?
Jonash Netfixer
player, 1 post
Wed 20 Sep 2006
at 17:13
  • msg #192

Re: Strategy

Greetings all,

Im your new local human ranger thingy once i complete my character and hand it to DM Hackdoc and Songwind for approval.
Chulu
player, 13 posts
Init:+8      AC 13/11/13
hp:  12/12  Saves: 1/3/2
Wed 20 Sep 2006
at 18:10
  • msg #193

Re: Strategy

I think that in part explains it.

Hello, friend! lol get that char sheet in and we'll begin combat on the X number of seas.
Jonash Netfixer
player, 2 posts
Wed 20 Sep 2006
at 18:51
  • msg #194

Re: Strategy

its not the actual numerical part of the sheet thats the problem (long live e-tools)  but conjuring a history of some kind. but im currenly working on it
Varul Reefcrusher
player, 325 posts
First Mate
Marine
Thu 21 Sep 2006
at 01:19
  • msg #195

Re: Strategy

Wait and see if you live through the battle. :)
Jonash Netfixer
player, 3 posts
Thu 21 Sep 2006
at 07:57
  • msg #196

Re: Strategy

Oh how encouraging. I think ill make him CN and just switch to the winning side then. That gives him enough survivability.
Varul Reefcrusher
player, 326 posts
First Mate
Marine
Fri 22 Sep 2006
at 00:21
  • msg #197

Re: Strategy

LoL......They have been posting a lot..they may have leveled....but I'll fight em.

Thing is, our Capt's pet could sink that ship now where it sits if it wanted...
Umbril
player, 6 posts
IN: +3 AC: 17*/14/13
HP: 24/24 F:+3 R:+2 W:+3
Fri 22 Sep 2006
at 00:34
  • msg #198

Re: Strategy

That's one way to win a fight.  Sink their ship and harpoon 'em like fish...

:-)
Jonash Netfixer
player, 4 posts
Init: +4  AC: 16/14/12
Hits 23/23  Saves: 5/5/3
Sat 23 Sep 2006
at 09:05
  • msg #199

Re: Strategy

Whoohoo DM Hackdoc has approved me though no sign of DM songwind
Jonash Netfixer
player, 5 posts
Init: +4  AC: 16/14/12
Hits 23/23  Saves: 5/5/3
Mon 25 Sep 2006
at 18:46
  • msg #200

Re: Strategy

Hello anybody here? i feel rather lonely and abbandoned.
Chulu
player, 14 posts
Init:+8      AC 13/11/13
hp:  12/12  Saves: 1/3/2
Mon 25 Sep 2006
at 20:26
  • msg #201

Re: Strategy

join the club :P
Jonash Netfixer
player, 6 posts
Init: +4  AC: 16/14/12
Hits 23/23  Saves: 5/5/3
Mon 25 Sep 2006
at 21:17
  • msg #202

Re: Strategy

Ah okay glad im not alone then.

Btw where is my lil alien slayer?
Varul Reefcrusher
player, 327 posts
First Mate
Marine
Tue 26 Sep 2006
at 00:03
  • msg #203

Re: Strategy

Shhh, we're hunting pirates....
Jonash Netfixer
player, 7 posts
Init: +4  AC: 16/14/12
Hits 23/23  Saves: 5/5/3
Tue 26 Sep 2006
at 07:55
  • msg #204

Re: Strategy

We are? i thought we where letting the captains pet do that and we would just watch them drown.
Karal Enzoe aka Hands
player, 8 posts
Init +3      AC 16/13/13
HP 24/24      Saves 4/5/1
Tue 26 Sep 2006
at 15:03
  • msg #205

Re: Strategy

You watch if you want. I plan to throw cannon balls at them!
DM Songwind
GM, 11 posts
Fri 29 Sep 2006
at 23:30
  • msg #206

Re: Strategy

Sorry for the slow down everyone.  My brother-in-law passed away earlier this week, so I have been making funeral arrangements all week.

Are all the new players to the Hunter's region still here?

This weekend I will be starting this combat....
This message was last edited by the player at 23:44, Fri 29 Sept 2006.
Varul Reefcrusher
player, 328 posts
First Mate
Marine
Fri 29 Sep 2006
at 23:32
  • msg #207

Re: Strategy

You have my condolences. He will be in my prayers.
Chulu
player, 15 posts
Init:+8      AC 13/11/13
hp:  12/12  Saves: 1/3/2
Sat 30 Sep 2006
at 00:31
  • msg #208

Re: Strategy

yes, we're here.  And we understand.  You have our condolensces
Gildor Inglorion
player, 5 posts
IN: 4 AC: 20 FF: 16 T: 15
HP: 31/31 F: 5 R: 5 W: 1
Sat 30 Sep 2006
at 02:20
  • msg #209

Re: Strategy

I am here. My condolences.
Karal Enzoe aka Hands
player, 9 posts
Init +3      AC 16/13/13
HP 24/24      Saves 4/5/1
Sat 30 Sep 2006
at 03:33
  • msg #210

Sympathy

Indeed, Songwind. You and your family are in our thoughts in this difficult time. And I know everyone agrees that RL comes before some silly game where you pretend to be an elf.

We'll be waiting patiently until you're ready for a distraction from RL.
Umbril
player, 7 posts
IN: +3 AC: 17*/14/13
HP: 24/24 F:+3 R:+2 W:+3
Sat 30 Sep 2006
at 03:43
  • msg #211

Re: Sympathy

Still here.

Take your time and take care of what you need to.  We'll be here when you're back on track.
Jonash Netfixer
player, 9 posts
Init: +4  AC: 16/14/12
Hits 23/23  Saves: 5/5/3
Sun 1 Oct 2006
at 18:56
  • msg #212

Re: Sympathy

Hey just a quick question i believe i missed in the ic thread.

We plan to sink the other ship? cause boarding actions with torches are a good idea then to.
Chulu
player, 17 posts
Init:+8      AC 13/11/13
hp:  12/12  Saves: 1/3/2
Sun 1 Oct 2006
at 19:21
  • msg #213

Re: Sympathy

Might as well.  If we sink it, they all die, easy xp.  and if they wet it down like we did, well, then we get to fight em and take the ship.  so plan 1, sink, plan 2, take.
Umbril
player, 9 posts
IN: +3 AC: 17*/14/13
HP: 24/24 F:+3 R:+2 W:+3
Mon 2 Oct 2006
at 01:09
  • msg #214

Re: Sympathy

I'm not the commander, and will follow whatever the captain orders, but there is definitely something to be said for the value of selling a ship.
Duke
player, 5 posts
25/25  Saves: 4/3/8
Init:+2  AC: 12/11/11
Mon 2 Oct 2006
at 01:32
  • msg #215

Re: Sympathy

I can hurl orbs of acid at it.  Would acid mess up the ship?
Chulu
player, 18 posts
Init:+8      AC 13/11/13
hp:  12/12  Saves: 1/3/2
Mon 2 Oct 2006
at 01:36
  • msg #216

Re: Sympathy

Not too bad.  acid doesn't spread like fire.  acid would mess up the parts you hit, but unless it was really stong and ate through the main mast or something, it should only do little patches.

Fire can spread over the entire ship and ruin the whole thing
Umbril
player, 10 posts
IN: +3 AC: 17*/14/13
HP: 24/24 F:+3 R:+2 W:+3
Mon 2 Oct 2006
at 02:12
  • msg #217

Re: Tactics

Acid should be good for things like the sails and rigging.  That'll slow or stop them so that we can board, but there should be enough spares available to at least limp into port.  It's also great for antipersonnel attacks.
Chulu
player, 19 posts
Init:+8      AC 13/11/13
hp:  12/12  Saves: 1/3/2
Sat 7 Oct 2006
at 22:21
  • msg #218

Re: Tactics

so songwind logged on yesterday....

any new progress in getting the game going?
Duke
player, 6 posts
25/25  Saves: 4/3/8
Init:+2  AC: 12/11/11
Sat 7 Oct 2006
at 22:25
  • msg #219

Re: Tactics

Not that I can see. :(
DM Songwind
GM, 15 posts
Sun 8 Oct 2006
at 02:44
  • msg #220

Re: Tactics

It seems DM N1nj4C0W is MIA at the moment.  If he hasn't logged into the boards by tomorrow night(Sunday) then I will be pushing ahead with the shipboard combat sequence.

Thanks for your patience everyone.
Chulu
player, 20 posts
Init:+8      AC 13/11/13
hp:  12/12  Saves: 1/3/2
Sun 8 Oct 2006
at 04:29
  • msg #221

Re: Tactics

no prob, thanks for the update :)
Jonash Netfixer
player, 10 posts
Init: +4  AC: 16/14/12
Hits 23/23  Saves: 5/5/3
Sun 8 Oct 2006
at 09:06
  • msg #222

Re: Tactics

Yeah thanks for the ubdate. We is a patient bunch when we see a pirate ship in the distance ready to be butchered.
Karal Enzoe aka Hands
player, 11 posts
Init +3      AC 16/13/13
HP 24/24      Saves 4/5/1
Tue 10 Oct 2006
at 13:57
  • msg #223

Aggravating

You guys know what's really aggravating? A couple times a day I come to RPoL and I see the number of posts for this game is in red which means there's been a new post. And I come in here to check and find nothing new. I know this is because of the other groups playing in RoA 4 but it's still really frustrating.
Duke
player, 7 posts
25/25  Saves: 4/3/8
Init:+2  AC: 12/11/11
Tue 10 Oct 2006
at 14:58
  • msg #224

Re: Aggravating

You're not the only one.  I do the same thing, especially because I try to keep as much text as white as I can, heh.
Jonash Netfixer
player, 11 posts
Init: +4  AC: 16/14/12
Hits 23/23  Saves: 5/5/3
Wed 11 Oct 2006
at 15:20
  • msg #225

Re: Aggravating

Cant we just ninja post and defeat the pirates? saves us the trouble of waiting much longer.
DM Songwind
GM, 19 posts
Fri 13 Oct 2006
at 00:04
  • msg #226

Re: Aggravating

Ok everyone.  I'm pushing things ahead.  Take note of the posts in the other threads and post away.
Jonash Netfixer
player, 14 posts
Init: +4  AC: 16/14/12
Hits 23/23  Saves: 5/5/3
Mon 16 Oct 2006
at 19:20
  • msg #227

Re: Aggravating

there is a lot of posting going on in the hidden threads again.
Varul Reefcrusher
player, 335 posts
First Mate
Marine
Mon 16 Oct 2006
at 19:36
  • msg #228

Re: Aggravating

Ya I noticed. :(
Jonash Netfixer
player, 15 posts
Init: +4  AC: 16/14/12
Hits 23/23  Saves: 5/5/3
Fri 20 Oct 2006
at 16:37
  • msg #229

Re: Aggravating

its taking a while isnt it? Maybe its time to look for another game wanting players.
Duke
player, 10 posts
25/25  Saves: 4/3/8
Init:+2  AC: 16/15/15
Fri 20 Oct 2006
at 16:50
  • msg #230

Re: Aggravating

Yeah, my game is seeing a lot of action right now. :P  The Non-good moonsea region.
Jonash Netfixer
player, 16 posts
Init: +4  AC: 16/14/12
Hits 23/23  Saves: 5/5/3
Fri 20 Oct 2006
at 17:24
  • msg #231

Re: Aggravating

Yeah i applied there with my mage but then the game is was in jumped back to life and it kinda didnt go through.
Duke
player, 11 posts
25/25  Saves: 4/3/8
Init:+2  AC: 16/15/15
Fri 20 Oct 2006
at 22:44
  • msg #232

Re: Aggravating

What mage?
Jonash Netfixer
player, 17 posts
Init: +4  AC: 16/14/12
Hits 23/23  Saves: 5/5/3
Sat 21 Oct 2006
at 08:44
  • msg #233

Re: Aggravating

Zorian from the undermounain thread that was a bit deader then this one at that time. Its a wand wielding mage/loos cannon thing.
Karal Enzoe aka Hands
player, 14 posts
Init +3      AC 16/13/13
HP 24/24      Saves 4/5/1
Sat 21 Oct 2006
at 12:00
  • msg #234

Re: Aggravating

Hands whistles to himself and waits patiently.
Duke
player, 12 posts
25/25  Saves: 4/3/8
Init:+2  AC: 16/15/15
Sat 21 Oct 2006
at 14:35
  • msg #235

Re: Aggravating

Oh.  Well to be honest, the Moonsea doesn't need another magic user if it's not a cleric.
Jonash Netfixer
player, 18 posts
Init: +4  AC: 16/14/12
Hits 23/23  Saves: 5/5/3
Sat 21 Oct 2006
at 15:16
  • msg #236

Re: Aggravating

yeah i know. Its in the making though need to work out a history and general behavioural sciences.
Chulu
player, 22 posts
Init:+8      AC 13/11/13
hp:  12/12  Saves: 1/3/2
Tue 24 Oct 2006
at 04:44
  • msg #237

Re: Aggravating

so we attack soon?
Varul Reefcrusher
player, 336 posts
First Mate
Marine
Tue 24 Oct 2006
at 05:27
  • msg #238

Re: Aggravating

We are attacking..

Sea battle take a while. You have to maneuver.. :)
This message was last edited by the player at 05:27, Tue 24 Oct 2006.
Karal Enzoe aka Hands
player, 15 posts
Init +3      AC 16/13/13
HP 24/24      Saves 4/5/1
Tue 24 Oct 2006
at 17:34
  • msg #239

Re: Aggravating

Varul Reefcrusher:
We are attacking..

Sea battle take a while. You have to maneuver.. :)

*LOL*
Varul Reefcrusher
player, 337 posts
First Mate
Marine
Tue 24 Oct 2006
at 21:30
  • msg #240

Re: Aggravating

You think this is slow now..Wait till we hit an area of dead calm wind...
We will not be mnoving at all.
Umbril
player, 13 posts
IN: +3 AC: 17*/14/13
HP: 24/24 F:+3 R:+2 W:+3
Wed 25 Oct 2006
at 02:27
  • msg #241

Re: Aggravating

Oh, we're maneuvering.... I thought we'd drifted into a sargasso...

;-)
Jonash Netfixer
player, 19 posts
Init: +4  AC: 16/14/12
Hits 23/23  Saves: 5/5/3
Thu 26 Oct 2006
at 20:30
  • msg #242

Re: Aggravating

Okay guys im bowing out. I applied to the Non good moonsea bubble and it takes my characters over the allowed 2 and seeing this going nowhere in the near future i dont plan on waiting anymore.

Im sory but seeing how i didn't do anyhing yet it wouldnt matter much.
Karal Enzoe aka Hands
player, 16 posts
Init +3      AC 16/13/13
HP 24/24      Saves 4/5/1
Thu 26 Oct 2006
at 23:06
  • msg #243

Game status

DM Songwind:
It seems DM N1nj4C0W is MIA at the moment.  If he hasn't logged into the boards by tomorrow night(Sunday) then I will be pushing ahead with the shipboard combat sequence.

Thanks for your patience everyone.


DM Songwind, you posted that on 7 October. The last game post by anybody was on October 16. Is there any new word on this game? I don’t want to just abandon this game for inactivity. Can we get an update?
DM Songwind
GM, 26 posts
Sun 29 Oct 2006
at 23:27
  • msg #244

Re: Game status

Sorry for the absense everyone.  If you have posted in the Hunters OOC or Hunter IC threads over the past couple of weeks then give your characters 500XP.

I plan to make a 2 major posts a week (depending on how fast everyone posts) on Late Wed./Early Thurs and on Sat night/Sun morning.  If I start to slack on this then I give you permission to hold me accountable and call me on this.

If you post something in the game thread(s) during the week then you will be rewarded 50 XP plus any additional gaming bonus XPs for your character.
Karal Enzoe aka Hands
player, 18 posts
Init +3      AC 16/13/13
HP 24/24      Saves 4/5/1
Mon 30 Oct 2006
at 03:53
  • msg #245

Re: Game status

500XP! Wow! Not a bad reward for just hanging around.

I'm glad to see you're still with us DM Songwind. Two major posts a week sounds great. And thank you for the permission to hold you accountable. How close would you like to be held? *laughs*

Has anybody thought about thought about the magic item(s) they're going to pick for the 2006 RoA Birthday Gift?
Duke
player, 13 posts
25/25  Saves: 4/3/8
Init:+2  AC: 16/15/15
Mon 30 Oct 2006
at 04:03
  • msg #246

Re: Game status

Yes, as a matter of fact, I did. :D

And free exps... odd.
DM Songwind
GM, 29 posts
Mon 30 Oct 2006
at 05:21
  • msg #247

Re: Game status

Well, we have been messing around for the past 2 months or so and everyone here deserved it for contributing to this game.

As for the ROA game gift that was posted in the ROA forum please get those items to me in as soon as you can since those magic items could make or break the mass combat that you currently in.
Varul Reefcrusher
player, 339 posts
First Mate
Marine
Mon 30 Oct 2006
at 16:33
  • msg #248

Re: Game status

Man, we all have rolled lousy Inits so far...

This is a bad sign.
Duke
player, 15 posts
25/25  Saves: 4/3/8
Init:+2  AC: 16/15/15
Thu 2 Nov 2006
at 03:41
  • msg #249

Re: Game status

Hey GM, I don't want to complain about this, but I noticed that Zorlax is dropping the Pirates part of the game... I just blasted him for 12 points, and he's a wizard that shoots fireballs.

I don't know how many hit points he has, and I think it would be weak if I did check, but, isn't it possible that since I just whacked him for 12 points, + whatever may happen from 2 rounds of Ballista fire (The captain of our ship said to target him) that he might actually die here?

Why does he get to leave the region when he's getting beat up?
DM Songwind
GM, 35 posts
Fri 3 Nov 2006
at 19:54
  • msg #250

Re: Game status

It sounds like RL and the flow of the game was getting to him which is why he wanted to leave the pirates region and I don't blame him for that.

As for the ballista bolts you noticed Zorlax collapsed to the pirate ship's deck just before the cloud of fog came into effect; hurt badly.  One of his teammates was leaning over him.
This message was last edited by the player at 19:56, Fri 03 Nov 2006.
DM Songwind
GM, 36 posts
Mon 6 Nov 2006
at 21:53
  • msg #251

Re: Game status

The game threads will be updated later tonight.  Still waiting on a couple of people to post their actions.
DM Songwind
GM, 42 posts
Wed 8 Nov 2006
at 05:02
  • msg #252

Re: Game status

Don't forget your RoA 2006 gift(s).  The deadline is fast approaching and I have not received a PM concerning this yet.

Please do this as soon as you can.
DM Songwind
GM, 47 posts
Mon 13 Nov 2006
at 03:16
  • msg #253

Re: Game status

Update in the game thread, so please roleplay your actions.

Everyone who posted this past week gets 100 XPs

Another update will occur in two days....
Karal Enzoe aka Hands
player, 21 posts
Init +3    AC 16/F13/T13
HP 24/24      F+4/R+5/W+1
Mon 13 Nov 2006
at 16:51
  • msg #254

Re: Game status

Wow. That fight ended quick. I think we could've taken em! Still, 100XP for NOT taking down nine pirates is a pretty good result.
DM Songwind
GM, 48 posts
Mon 13 Nov 2006
at 21:40
  • msg #255

Re: Game status

LOL!!  There will be another update later tonight.
DM Songwind
GM, 51 posts
Tue 14 Nov 2006
at 20:31
  • msg #256

Re: Game status

Everyone gets 225 XP for the encounter they just finished.
Karal Enzoe aka Hands
player, 24 posts
Init +3    AC 16/F13/T13
HP 24/24      F+4/R+5/W+1
Tue 14 Nov 2006
at 22:52
  • msg #257

Specialist Crew

Is it safe to assume the PCs are the specialists? Or does that mean something else?
DM Songwind
GM, 53 posts
Tue 14 Nov 2006
at 23:17
  • msg #258

Re: Specialist Crew

The PCs are the specialists.
DM Songwind
GM, 59 posts
Tue 21 Nov 2006
at 18:43
  • msg #259

Re: Specialist Crew

Happy Thanksgiving everyone!!  Any questions so far?
Karal Enzoe aka Hands
player, 29 posts
Init +3    AC 16/F13/T13
HP 24/24      F+4/R+5/W+1
Tue 21 Nov 2006
at 19:21
  • msg #260

Re: Specialist Crew

One question: Will it break any sort of unwritten RoA rule if we post some info from our character sheet here or in the "On the trail" thread?

Umbril alrady did that. I followed up with a Private Message to Chulu, Duke, Gildor Inglorion & Umbril but I have not gotten any replies yet.
DM Songwind
GM, 60 posts
Tue 21 Nov 2006
at 22:05
  • msg #261

Re: Specialist Crew

No.  You can post any information here that you want as long as it doesn't violate copyright laws.

So, yes.  You may post information from your character sheet here in the OOC thread.
Karal Enzoe aka Hands
player, 30 posts
Init +3    AC 16/F13/T13
HP 24/24      F+4/R+5/W+1
Wed 22 Nov 2006
at 07:35
  • msg #262

Re: Specialist Crew

Thanks Songwind, but I just got 2 replies earlier today. We'll just keep it in the PM.
DM Songwind
GM, 61 posts
Wed 22 Nov 2006
at 18:32
  • msg #263

Re: Specialist Crew

Just so everyone knows.  I will be traveling out of town for the Thanksgiving holiday in the USA this weekend, so my posting will be spotty at best.
Gildor Inglorion
player, 17 posts
IN: 4 AC: 20 FF: 16 T: 15
HP: 31/31 F: 5 R: 5 W: 1
Wed 22 Nov 2006
at 22:47
  • msg #264

Re: Specialist Crew

Dm's don't get to take vacations! Just kidding Songwind have a good one.
DM Songwind
GM, 63 posts
Mon 27 Nov 2006
at 14:51
  • msg #265

Re: Specialist Crew

Well, I'm back.  Let me know when everyone is ready to get things moving again.
Karal Enzoe aka Hands
player, 31 posts
Init +3    AC 16/F13/T13
HP 24/24      F+4/R+5/W+1
Mon 27 Nov 2006
at 16:01
  • msg #266

Re: Specialist Crew

Ready and waiting boss.
Karal Enzoe aka Hands
player, 32 posts
Init +3    AC 16/F13/T13
HP 24/24      F+4/R+5/W+1
Thu 30 Nov 2006
at 13:01
  • msg #267

Re: Specialist Crew

Is there anybody else out there? I think DM Songwind is waiting on everyone to say that their ready to get things moving again.
DM Songwind
GM, 64 posts
Thu 30 Nov 2006
at 13:40
  • msg #268

Re: Specialist Crew

I'm going to make a post later today and move things along. 8~}
Karal Enzoe aka Hands
player, 33 posts
Init +3    AC 16/F13/T13
HP 24/24      F+4/R+5/W+1
Thu 30 Nov 2006
at 14:34
  • msg #269

Re: Specialist Crew

Thanks DM Songwind. I just hope there are some people out there to move along with.
Gildor Inglorion
player, 18 posts
IN: 4 AC: 20 FF: 16 T: 15
HP: 31/31 F: 5 R: 5 W: 1
Thu 30 Nov 2006
at 15:41
  • msg #270

Re: Specialist Crew

I'm still here
Varul Reefcrusher
player, 349 posts
First Mate
Marine
Thu 30 Nov 2006
at 18:09
  • msg #271

Re: Specialist Crew

Just hanging out. :)
Umbril
player, 19 posts
IN: +3 AC: 17*/14/13
HP: 24/24 F:+3 R:+2 W:+3
Mon 4 Dec 2006
at 03:03
  • msg #272

Re: Specialist Crew

After some serious personal problems (that are still going on), I at least have some limited access again.  I'll try to keep up.
Varul Reefcrusher
player, 354 posts
First Mate
Marine
Sat 9 Dec 2006
at 19:04
  • msg #273

Re: Specialist Crew

No worries, just do your best.
DM Songwind
GM, 70 posts
Sat 9 Dec 2006
at 19:24
  • msg #274

Re: Specialist Crew

Hang in there.  Things will work themselves out.
DM Songwind
GM, 75 posts
Fri 15 Dec 2006
at 20:15
  • msg #275

Re: Specialist Crew

Everyone is awarded 200 XPs for posting.
Varul Reefcrusher
player, 361 posts
First Mate
Marine
Fri 15 Dec 2006
at 20:50
  • msg #276

Re: Specialist Crew

yaaaa

[Private to DM Songwind: that levels me....]
Karal Enzoe aka Hands
player, 40 posts
Init +3    AC 16/F13/T13
HP 24/24      F+4/R+5/W+1
Fri 15 Dec 2006
at 20:59
  • msg #277

Re: Specialist Crew

Woo hoo! Early Christmas presents!
Karal Enzoe aka Hands
player, 43 posts
Init +3    AC 16/F13/T13
HP 24/24      F+4/R+5/W+1
Sun 24 Dec 2006
at 18:13
  • msg #278

Holiday

FYI: I will be out of town for a couple of days for Christmas. I'll try to post but I'm not sure I'll have the opportunity.
Karal Enzoe aka Hands
player, 46 posts
Init +3    AC 16/F13/T13
HP 24/24      F+4/R+5/W+1
Wed 27 Dec 2006
at 15:08
  • msg #279

Missing Crew

Does anyone know what happened to Chulu and Duke? I guess they're not playing anymore?
DM Songwind
GM, 88 posts
Wed 27 Dec 2006
at 15:29
  • msg #280

Re: Missing Crew

That's probably the case.  Chula hasn't logged in since late October and Duke since late November.

Hope they come back though.  They still have a spot here in the game and they have been tagging along with you in the background, Hands.  You will need the arcane firepower later probably.
DM Songwind
GM, 99 posts
Mon 8 Jan 2007
at 14:57
  • msg #281

Re: Missing Crew

Sorry for the broke web links to the map images lately everyone.  If you want to change your posts based on this new information go ahead.
Karal Enzoe aka Hands
player, 59 posts
Init +3    AC 16/F13/T13
HP 24/24      F+4/R+5/W+1
Fri 2 Mar 2007
at 23:53
  • msg #282

Re: Missing Crew

Hello? Anybody here?
Gildor Inglorion
player, 31 posts
IN: 4 AC: 20 FF: 16 T: 15
HP: 31/31 F: 5 R: 5 W: 1
Sat 3 Mar 2007
at 01:23
  • msg #283

Re: Missing Crew

yup
Umbril
player, 37 posts
IN: +3 AC: 17*/14/13
HP: 24/24 F:+3 R:+2 W:+3
Wed 7 Mar 2007
at 03:27
  • msg #284

Re: Missing Crew

Aye.
Karal Enzoe aka Hands
player, 60 posts
Init +3    AC 16/F13/T13
HP 24/24      F+4/R+5/W+1
Sun 18 Mar 2007
at 18:56
  • msg #285

Re: Missing Crew

So some of the players are here but it looks like maybe the DM is not.
Umbril
player, 38 posts
IN: +3 AC: 17*/14/13
HP: 24/24 F:+3 R:+2 W:+3
Tue 20 Mar 2007
at 02:11
  • msg #286

Re: Missing Crew

So it would appear.  I tossed out a note in the DM's Lounge.  Maybe someone will come and rescue us soon.

Umbril / DM Jim
DM Vallah
GM, 469 posts
Master of all things
Thayan and funky
Wed 4 Apr 2007
at 21:07
  • msg #287

Re: Missing Crew

Since this group is missing a DM now (and because the first thing a new DM will ask is 'whos here?'  I've posted the party details below.  If there are any errors/omissions on here just drop me a PM.   Cheers guys.
quote:
Hunters

DM: Songwind

Crew of the Swyft Wind

Name: Gildor Inglorian
Race: Moon Elf
Class: Swashbuckler
Level: 4


Name: Karol Enzoe AKA 'Hands'
Race: Human
Class: Fighter
Level: 3

With the sun at his back the silhouette of the man who stood there could have been the shadow of a devil or a demigod. Fortunately he made his way farther in and Karal "Hands" Enzoe revealed himself to be Human, more or less. He stood six-foot-six and over 250 pounds of all muscle. The reason for his nickname was clear, each of his hands look like they'd been taken from a giant. If Karal hadn't been so large himself his hands might look rediculous. As it is they only look dangerous. The plain white shirt he wore stretched over his physique threatened to rip open if he flexed anything. His tanned hide breeches weren't managing much better. Dozens and dozens of scars crisscrossed his skin in varying lengths and widths. And several of the scarier of them were on his face though none managed to touch his eyes or mouth. Behind the scars, Karal's face was average and still a little boyish though he was 19. His green eyes seldom blinked but were bright and passionate. He kept his blonde hair close cropped so it was difficult to tell if he bothered to wash or brush it. The only visible weapon he carried was a heavy oaken club though it was clear even unarmed this young man was like a force of nature.

Name: Umbril
Race: Human
Class: Paragon / Fighter
Level: 2/2


Name: Varul Reefcrusher
Race: Half-merrow
Class : Barbarian/Ranger/Leviathan Hunter
Level : 5 / 1 / 1

Varul Reefcrusher is a towering 8' tall, if an inch, with a large muscular build. His face, chest and arms are covered with countless battle scars and badly set bones. He looks like he has survived horrendous wounds. His armor is formed of small shards of bone, tied together with fish leather. He carries a trident.

This message was last edited by the GM at 15:37, Fri 06 Apr 2007.
Karal Enzoe aka Hands
player, 61 posts
Init +3    AC 16/F13/T13
HP 24/24      F+4/R+5/W+1
Wed 4 Apr 2007
at 22:23
  • msg #288

Re: Missing Crew

Wow look! A post! I hadn't realized the crew had dwindled down to so few of us.
Gildor Inglorion
player, 32 posts
IN: 4 AC: 20 FF: 16 T: 15
HP: 31/31 F: 5 R: 5 W: 1
Thu 5 Apr 2007
at 02:06
  • msg #289

Re: Missing Crew

Me either.
Karal Enzoe aka Hands
player, 62 posts
Init +3    AC 16/F13/T13
HP 24/24      F+4/R+5/W+1
Tue 10 Apr 2007
at 18:41
  • msg #290

Re: Missing Crew

I have recently taken on co-DM duties in an effort toward helping out and also learning how to be an effective DM on my own. Eventually I'll find an orphan region that needs a DM and I'll fill that position.

Since I'm devoting time elsewhere plus the fact that there has been so little activity here for so long makes me consider resigning my character from this region. I don't know how long before this region will have a new DM but since everything is quiet right now this seems like a good time to quietly make an exit.

I'll try to keep my options open. If a new DM shows up and the group really needs me to hang on awhile until a replacement PC can join in, then I'll give it my best effort. I wanted to let everybody know this instead of just dissapearing with no explaination.
Varul Reefcrusher
player, 391 posts
First Mate
Marine
Tue 10 Apr 2007
at 21:01
  • msg #291

Re: Missing Crew

I have even thought of having Varul Retire....
Since he could only move to another bubble region (since this is one).
And since he has to submerge his body in water daily....
DM Vallah
GM, 479 posts
Master of all things
Thayan and funky
Wed 11 Apr 2007
at 00:44
  • msg #292

Re: Missing Crew

Ironically enough your patience may just be about to pay off folks.  We have two potential DMs who have asked to look over both the hunters and pirates group so you may just get your long awaited new DM(s) after all.  *fingers crossed*
Varul Reefcrusher
player, 392 posts
First Mate
Marine
Wed 11 Apr 2007
at 02:15
  • msg #293

Re: Missing Crew

Now yer talking.
DM Hamster
GM, 1 post
Wed 11 Apr 2007
at 02:36
  • msg #294

Re: Missing Crew

Hi there,
DM Hamster here, I'm looking into being the new DM on 'Hunters'. I like alot of role-playing and if you guys are up and ready to game I'm ready to run with you.
DM Vallah
GM, 485 posts
Master of all things
Thayan and funky
Wed 11 Apr 2007
at 05:07
  • msg #295

Re: Missing Crew

Umbrils player is away for a few days by the way DM Hamster (just thought I'd mention it in case you thought he'd dissappeared).
Varul Reefcrusher
player, 393 posts
First Mate
Marine
Wed 11 Apr 2007
at 05:24
  • msg #296

Re: Missing Crew

So we starting at the docks again and dropping this attack?
Gildor Inglorion
player, 33 posts
IN: 4 AC: 20 FF: 16 T: 15
HP: 31/31 F: 5 R: 5 W: 1
Wed 11 Apr 2007
at 06:08
  • msg #297

Re: Missing Crew

I'm still here.
DM Hamster
GM, 2 posts
Wed 11 Apr 2007
at 12:10
  • msg #298

Re: Missing Crew

Well if we begin anew or pick up from where you left off is up to you. Tell me what you prefer. I will say that I like a good story first and foremost and put emphasis on role-playing over hack and slash. Let me know how you would like to proceed.
Varul Reefcrusher
player, 394 posts
First Mate
Marine
Wed 11 Apr 2007
at 17:40
  • msg #299

Re: Missing Crew

Doesn't matter to me...
I was in a thread by myself, and we had already casued a lot of trouble and freed prisoners....but the Capn is played by the DM.....

Lets just start with your own story line is my vote...
DM Hamster
GM, 3 posts
Wed 11 Apr 2007
at 22:33
  • msg #300

Re: Missing Crew

If gildor is in agreement I'll do that since it's what I'd prefer anyways. Anyone got a problem with me renaming the region 'High Seas'?
Karal Enzoe aka Hands
player, 63 posts
Init +3    AC 16/F13/T13
HP 24/24      F+4/R+5/W+1
Wed 11 Apr 2007
at 23:43
  • msg #301

Re: Missing Crew

I have to be honest, this character was designed to beat heads in. I have other PCs with lots of in depth personality, but Hands is pretty two dimensional. I suppose that might change later if I were to put time and effort into personality development. And as I mentioned yesterday I am taking on DM responsibilities so I don't know if I can maintain this PC in my little remaining free time.

DM Hamster, do you have any other new players coming in? Do you think you'll have need for a big brute on the high seas?
DM Hamster
GM, 4 posts
Wed 11 Apr 2007
at 23:52
  • msg #302

Re: Missing Crew

I find that even big brutes can be role-palyed and are most welcome when combat DOES rear it's ugly head, as it always does.

I knew a palyer once who had a simple half-orc babrarian. This barbarian was one of the most fun characters in role-play just because of the fact the player was role-playing out what a dumb but lovable brute he was.

"Rog no like." Was his catch phrase of choice.

And no I haven't got any new players coming in just yet because I want to make sure that players that are already here get playing.
Karal Enzoe aka Hands
player, 64 posts
Init +3    AC 16/F13/T13
HP 24/24      F+4/R+5/W+1
Thu 12 Apr 2007
at 00:30
  • msg #303

Re: Missing Crew

As I stated above, if the group really needs me to hang on awhile until a replacement PC can join in, then I'll give it my best effort. I suppose since the RoA standard is 2 to 3 posts per week I should be able to handle that for awhile.
Varul Reefcrusher
player, 395 posts
First Mate
Marine
Thu 12 Apr 2007
at 03:00
  • msg #304

Re: Missing Crew

Does the first post mean we lost our ship and Capn...

And to think we had our own ship and sold it.....
DM BadCatMan
GM, 4 posts
Thu 12 Apr 2007
at 04:05
  • msg #305

Re: Missing Crew

I've moved all the old Pirates threads and players into Group 3, for a possible merger with you Hunters into the new Sea Of Fallen Stars region. The one remaining  Pirate, Lilian Espaireith, may choose to join you.
DM Hamster
GM, 6 posts
Thu 12 Apr 2007
at 06:24
  • msg #306

Re: Missing Crew

Varul Reefcrusher:
Does the first post mean we lost our ship and Capn...

And to think we had our own ship and sold it.....


The fate of the old ship and Captain have been edited into the thread.

Lilian I hope that you choose to join us.
Zorlax Marn
player, 92 posts
Fri 13 Apr 2007
at 16:40
  • msg #307

Re: Missing Crew

Hmm I could come back to this game. I like naval stuff. Any openings?
DM Vallah
GM, 488 posts
Master of all things
Thayan and funky
Fri 13 Apr 2007
at 16:55
  • msg #308

Re: Missing Crew

Just FYI hamster:  Dm Jim (who played Umbril) left RoA yesterday due to RL stuff :-(
DM BadCatMan
GM, 6 posts
Sun 22 Apr 2007
at 04:42
  • msg #309

Re: Missing Crew

It seems that Hamster's gone awol.

Hold tight. We'll look for Hamster and see what's up. It's only been a week; DMs have been out by computer trouble and other disasters for much longer and returned.
DM BadCatMan
GM, 7 posts
Wed 25 Apr 2007
at 05:55
  • msg #310

Re: Missing Crew

Have a 100 XP for patience, and we'll give Hamster a few more days to show up before seeing if we can find a replacement.
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