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Out of Character Chatter.

Posted by KaviFor group 0
Arakar Drogh
Human Shaman, 1 post
Human Shaman
Wed 23 Aug 2023
at 15:45
  • msg #64

Re: Out of Character Chatter

Hello everyone, I'm happy to be here. Working on my character.
Pyrite Sunwalker
Dwarven Fighter, 16 posts
Wed 23 Aug 2023
at 16:25
  • msg #65

Re: Out of Character Chatter

Hey, Tola.  Is Dhelwuhr a village in the canon?  Or is the village of your creation?  Regardless of which, can you place it on the map for me?

I haven't given Pye's village a name yet.  But, it's near the Five Kings Mountains close to the border with Galt.
Tola Vonrak
Dwarven Barbarian, 4 posts
Wed 23 Aug 2023
at 17:09
  • msg #66

Re: Out of Character Chatter

I was going off the town listed in the game play thread, as I believe that's where we're meant to start from. (Unless I'm mistaken/misremembering something)

*edit* it's center-bottom of the actual map
This message was last edited by the player at 17:11, Wed 23 Aug 2023.
Pyrite Sunwalker
Dwarven Fighter, 17 posts
Wed 23 Aug 2023
at 18:03
  • msg #67

Re: Out of Character Chatter

Thanks.  I didn't notice the name above the picture.  All I saw was the Five Kings Mountains in the description below.

And I missed the game map entirely.

Double thanks.
Finnegan Bramblewhistle
Halfling Bard, 4 posts
Tunes dance, spirit free,
Mirthful heart, wild glee
Thu 24 Aug 2023
at 02:24
  • msg #68

Re: Out of Character Chatter

As silence falls on the gathering place, a young halfling man takes to the stage--dragging a stool noisily behind him. After finding a spot adequately center-stage, the halfling dressed in the unassuming clothes of a commoner climbs upon the short stool and, after flipping his head to shake the bangs from his eyes, pulls the finely carved and polished, if a bit clunky, hurdy-gurdy from the sling at his side to rest in his lap. After a small cough to clear his throat, the halfling begins to turn the crank at the end of the instrument--releasing a deep, steady drone as the several strings of the unusual instrument begin to sound their lowest notes in unison. Soon, almost in a cappella against the hurdy-gurdy's drone, the little man begins to sing an encouraging, up-beat song in his slightly nasal and gravelly voice before pressing the keys to introduce a complementary melody,

"Listen, comrades, to my merry tune,
A call to shape your characters, and soon!
In realms of fantasy, let dreams take flight,
Complete your sheets and join our wondrous plight.

With pens and dice, let destinies entwine,
Forge heroes bold, in stories vast they'll shine.
Unveil the traits that make them unique, strong,
Let backstories unfold, emotions throng.

Embrace the world's magic, let tales unfold,
As ink meets paper, let your stories be told.
Adventure awaits, the canvas is your sheet,
So heed my song's call, make your heroes complete!"

This message was last edited by the player at 03:42, Thu 24 Aug 2023.
Kavi
GM, 88 posts
Keeper of History,
Memory and Legends
Thu 24 Aug 2023
at 17:08
  • msg #69

Re: Out of Character Chatter

Greetings and good morrow folks,

There has been a great deal more interest in our wee game than I expected.  So many people are keen to move on to the next game system 'improvement' and leave the old systems behind.  Great concepts that are really tickling the story creator in me :D.  You will NOT be all together!

Please don't worry, I will not overtax myself.  Though he has been thus far silent, I do have a Co-DM and fortunately not much of a 'real world life' so I think the fun can commence on schedule!

Slight change of plan from my original, but I think with the four starting points it will still be important to have the townships residents aware of each other at some level.  To that end I will get the Town threads up this weekend and you can start posting in there.  Friendships are encouraged, rivalries are too (no active trying to kill each other though :D).

If you do NOT wish persons from your backstories to be part of the NPChood, please pm me.

With a smile,
Kavi
Garvin Fingaerdir
Half-Elf Ranger, 9 posts
Thu 24 Aug 2023
at 18:34
  • msg #70

Re: Out of Character Chatter

Feel free to use any NPCs mentioned in my background. You can even expand on them if you want.
Pyrite Sunwalker
Dwarven Fighter, 18 posts
Thu 24 Aug 2023
at 18:54
  • msg #71

Re: Out of Character Chatter

I'll probably introduce all of them in my first IC post.  Hopefully build a scaffolding of personality.  From then on, feel free to use them as you would.
Logi
Human Alchemist, 8 posts
Thu 24 Aug 2023
at 23:05
  • msg #72

Re: Out of Character Chatter

Logi's family are a bunch of fungus farmers so I don't rightly think they will come up much.
Pyrite Sunwalker
Dwarven Fighter, 19 posts
Thu 24 Aug 2023
at 23:42
  • msg #73

Re: Out of Character Chatter

Don't they come up when they spore?  ^_^
Garen Deadeye
Half Elf Ranger, 1 post
Fri 25 Aug 2023
at 14:21
  • msg #74

Re: Out of Character Chatter

Tola Vonrak:
Welcome new folks!

Thanks!

Yeah, working on getting everything set up. Work server has d20pfsrd blocked, but not RPOL, so I'm having to go slow/piecemeal it

But, as an introduction, I'm playing a non-magic, archery-focused ranger. Taking the wild shadow & skirmisher archetypes
Garvin Fingaerdir
Half-Elf Ranger, 10 posts
Sun 27 Aug 2023
at 20:45
  • msg #75

Re: Out of Character Chatter

You can try Archives of Nethys. That might not be blocked.

https://www.aonprd.com/
Pyrite Sunwalker
Dwarven Fighter, 20 posts
Sun 27 Aug 2023
at 21:50
  • msg #76

Re: Out of Character Chatter

Or, google the rule that you're looking for.  There might be one out there that is not blocked.

Of course, if your work is monitoring URL's you have a different, but related problem.
Garen Deadeye
Half Elf Ranger, 2 posts
Mon 28 Aug 2023
at 04:59
  • msg #77

Re: Out of Character Chatter

Got everything mostly picked. Just need to rummage through weapons/armor/misc items and I'll be done
Pyrite Sunwalker
Dwarven Fighter, 21 posts
Mon 28 Aug 2023
at 10:47
  • msg #78

Re: Out of Character Chatter

That's always the tough part for me.  Adding on the *stuff*.
Garen Deadeye
Half Elf Ranger, 3 posts
Mon 28 Aug 2023
at 15:52
  • msg #79

Re: Out of Character Chatter

Yes and no. I have a standard adventurer preparedness list of things I make sure I have, because I've definitely had some DMs who were sticklers about everything down to amount of rations and lamp oil (thanks AD&D), but just the mental exhaustion after planning all the feats out through lvl 20 to make sure I don't get myself stuck with a poorly-planned build ... it's a lot. And my ADHD conks out after the hard part, because hard is interesting and easy is hard to stay motivated
Aluil Aualinde
Elven Paladin, 2 posts
Mon 28 Aug 2023
at 20:57
  • msg #80

Re: Out of Character Chatter

I don't suppose you'd be willing to share your preparedness list, for those of me who don't have one but probably should?

Pretty please with sugar on top?
Pyrite Sunwalker
Dwarven Fighter, 22 posts
Mon 28 Aug 2023
at 21:08
  • msg #81

Re: Out of Character Chatter

I wouldn't mind taking a look at that as well.
Tola Vonrak
Dwarven Barbarian, 5 posts
Mon 28 Aug 2023
at 23:33
  • msg #82

Re: Out of Character Chatter

I totally get you about the focus to get a character plan setup the way you like. I'm working out a Gloomblade fighter for another eventual game, and talk about complicated, yeesh.

By comparison, Tola almost feels too simple, like, I know what totem line I'm taking, and that's about the extent of a plan. :p

But I also would be curious to see your standardized prep list.
Garen Deadeye
Half Elf Ranger, 4 posts
Mon 28 Aug 2023
at 23:43
  • msg #83

Re: Out of Character Chatter

Lol.
Aight. Here's what I can remember from scratch:
10' pole (collapsible, if possible)
50' rope (preferably spider silk)
Canvas
Lantern + 5 days' lamp oil (alternatively, torches)
Trail rations x5 days
Flint + steel
Pot
Plate, bowl, spoon
Canteen/flask x 2-3
Bedroll/hammock
Paper/vellum/notebook
Pencil/charcoal
Chalk/oil pastel
Hammer
Pitons x10
Soap
Whetstone
Metal polish/leather oil/wood oil
Rag
Needle + thread
Adventuring clothing + waterproof cloak
Class specific items (components pouch, alchemy kit, etc)
Fishing rod + line
Knife/machete
Spares (arrows, bowstring, reeds/lute strings, etc)
Bag of holding/handy haversack/backpack
Grappling hook
Weapons
Armor

Where possible, going for what's lightest and/or has multiple functions
This message was last edited by the player at 00:04, Tue 29 Aug 2023.
Pyrite Sunwalker
Dwarven Fighter, 23 posts
Mon 28 Aug 2023
at 23:47
  • msg #84

Re: Out of Character Chatter

Isn't that more or less the nature of starting at L1?  Simple.  I'm not sure why you'd want to plan all the way to L20.  Isn't that locking yourself in?  I mean, what if we become bunny ranchers?  What use will your Improved Critical feat do you then?
Pyrite Sunwalker
Dwarven Fighter, 24 posts
Mon 28 Aug 2023
at 23:48
  • msg #85

Re: Out of Character Chatter

LOL!  I don't think I've ever seen anyone use a 10ft pole.  I love the idea, though.
Pyrite Sunwalker
Dwarven Fighter, 25 posts
Mon 28 Aug 2023
at 23:53
  • msg #86

Re: Out of Character Chatter

Otherwise, that's pretty complete.  I'd add a pack to put it all in.  Or hang it on.  And some sacks.  Always handy for putting things in.
Aluil Aualinde
Elven Paladin, 3 posts
Mon 28 Aug 2023
at 23:56
  • msg #87

Re: Out of Character Chatter

Pyrite Sunwalker:
LOL!  I don't think I've ever seen anyone use a 10ft pole.  I love the idea, though.


What?!?  What are they teaching kids these days?!?


Thanks, Garen, that's very helpful.
Tola Vonrak
Dwarven Barbarian, 6 posts
Mon 28 Aug 2023
at 23:57
  • msg #88

Re: Out of Character Chatter

In reply to Pyrite Sunwalker (msg # 84):

Depends really on the type of game and goals. I go both ways, though I tend towards planning complicated builds that don't work at all if you take a feat at the wrong time.(the most complex/precise build I had was a starknife thrower).

Trying not to do that here though.

(Also, my Mummy's Mask game a couple of weeks ago had the party wishing they had a 10ft pole. The first time Ive ever ran into myself. ;)
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