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The Cybertronian Web - OCC.

Posted by GammaKnightFor group 0
GammaKnight
GM, 14 posts
Tue 1 Jan 2019
at 19:57
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The Cybertronian Web - OCC

For Out of Character Conversation
The All Spark
GM, 15 posts
Thu 3 Jan 2019
at 16:45
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The Cybertronian Web - OCC

How's everyone coming along?
Gremlin
Decepticon Saboteur, 1 post
Thu 3 Jan 2019
at 17:01
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The Cybertronian Web - OCC

Still working on my character sheet for the Tech/Weapons portion.  I was a little limited in my availability the other night and couldn't get in the reading yesterday, unfortunately.
The All Spark
GM, 16 posts
Thu 3 Jan 2019
at 19:54
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Everyone notice the change on the character creation thread under the quick build section, Technology points
Roughstrike
Autobot Recon, 1 post
Fri 4 Jan 2019
at 11:16
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Working on my character, at Tech.
The All Spark
GM, 17 posts
Fri 4 Jan 2019
at 11:17
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I would like to start next weekend if we can. Sooner if we can get enough close to ready.
Gremlin
Decepticon Saboteur, 2 posts
Fri 4 Jan 2019
at 17:34
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The Cybertronian Web - OCC

Looks like the teams have balanced out, along with wherever Perihelion's loyalties are going to fall.  Are we bringing on any other players or are is it set to be a small roster?
The All Spark
GM, 18 posts
Fri 4 Jan 2019
at 19:30
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I'll take on as many as are intereste with the hope that there's at the base minimum 4 on each side. This doesn't mean everyone will be on the same squad all the time, but it'll give at least enough to make it interesting and hopefully keep it going enough if anyone disappears
This message was last edited by the GM at 19:32, Fri 04 Jan 2019.
Roughstrike
Autobot Recon, 2 posts
Fri 4 Jan 2019
at 23:08
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The Cybertronian Web - OCC

Quick question, for rules clarofication.  When a technology boosts a stat above 10, how do you run that?
The All Spark
GM, 19 posts
Fri 4 Jan 2019
at 23:13
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The Cybertronian Web - OCC

You can't go over 10. That's only for chargers like Megatron and Optimus Prime
Roughstrike
Autobot Recon, 3 posts
Fri 4 Jan 2019
at 23:15
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The Cybertronian Web - OCC

Okay, so technology that adds +1 or more D to an attribute that is at 10, is useless to take.  Correct?

Also, when you said; "you can use 1 weapon point for 1 technology point or 2 technology points for 1 weapon.", did you mean 1 weapon point for 2 technology points?
This message was last edited by the player at 23:33, Fri 04 Jan 2019.
The All Spark
GM, 20 posts
Sat 5 Jan 2019
at 00:06
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The Cybertronian Web - OCC

That depends. If it goes to a stat, then yes, but for skills, as I'm not sure which tech you're looking at, it will basically give you two rolls when using that skill

Weapon points are mathematically equal to 2 technology points. So, in wanting to incourage their usage, as it's a home rule to help make creation more interesting, those points don't have the same worth when transferred. So it's 1:1 weapon to tech and 2:1 tech to weapon. Hope that clears that up.
Roughstrike
Autobot Recon, 4 posts
Sat 5 Jan 2019
at 00:21
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The Cybertronian Web - OCC

Okay.  Thank you.  Do fractions of tech/weapon points round up or down?
Gremlin
Decepticon Saboteur, 3 posts
Sat 5 Jan 2019
at 00:23
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The Cybertronian Web - OCC

Based on the book's formula, they round up to the nearest value.
This message was last edited by the player at 00:23, Sat 05 Jan 2019.
The All Spark
GM, 21 posts
Sat 5 Jan 2019
at 00:25
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The Cybertronian Web - OCC

Yep, round up
Roughstrike
Autobot Recon, 5 posts
Sat 5 Jan 2019
at 00:30
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The Cybertronian Web - OCC

Thank you.
Roughstrike
Autobot Recon, 6 posts
Sat 5 Jan 2019
at 00:54
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The Cybertronian Web - OCC

I'm putting the finishing touches on my character.
Roughstrike
Autobot Recon, 7 posts
Sun 6 Jan 2019
at 02:56
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Okay.  I think my character is done.
The All Spark
GM, 25 posts
Sun 6 Jan 2019
at 08:43
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I have messed up on the character creation thread and have since fixed my error. Technology points are the sum of your Skill and Courage halved rounded up. Sorry for the confusion.
The All Spark
GM, 30 posts
Sun 6 Jan 2019
at 12:45
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The Cybertronian Web - OCC

I have noticed that there is a point disparity between minicons and normal companion units. I had mistakenly thought that companions were all 5 points when, in fact, they are only 2.

This said, I will be updating the information on them here in just a few moments.
Effluvium
Autobot Junkion, 1 post
Mon 7 Jan 2019
at 05:24
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The Cybertronian Web - OCC

I believe my character is complete.  Hopefully he'll fit in.
Elegance
Autobot Noir, 1 post
Mon 7 Jan 2019
at 11:14
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The Cybertronian Web - OCC

Good evening ladies and gentlebots!
The All Spark
GM, 40 posts
Mon 7 Jan 2019
at 11:23
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Ah. Your giving away your position with that statement. Lol

It's morning where I am.
Gremlin
Decepticon Saboteur, 7 posts
Mon 7 Jan 2019
at 14:49
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The Cybertronian Web - OCC

Hello hello!  This should be plenty of fun once we all start butting heads with one another.  I'm loving the variety of characters.  :3
Elegance
Autobot Noir, 2 posts
Mon 7 Jan 2019
at 14:55
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The Cybertronian Web - OCC

I feel like Elegance and Effluvium are going to get on like a house on fire. :D A fire that Gremlin started.

I just need to pick Technology and Weapons (a sword of some kind), and think up a motto. I've filled my Description.

I'm in Australia, so I might be a few time-zones out from most of you.
This message was last edited by the player at 14:55, Mon 07 Jan 2019.
Gremlin
Decepticon Saboteur, 9 posts
Mon 7 Jan 2019
at 16:20
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The Cybertronian Web - OCC

Transformers: [War story where the default is Giant War Machines with Swords and Pew Pew Lasers]

Gremlin: [A bite-sized civilian with no combat abilities]

THIS IS GONNA BE FUN.  :3
Elegance
Autobot Noir, 3 posts
Tue 8 Jan 2019
at 02:12
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The Cybertronian Web - OCC

Looking at weapons, what exactly does "Skill Attack" mean? Do I really use Skill instead of Firepower/Strength for the attack roll?
Perihelion
Decepticon Spaceship, 1 post
Tue 8 Jan 2019
at 04:51
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The Cybertronian Web - OCC

That is exactly what skill attack means, there are several weapons that draw from your attributes in specific ways.  They replace the default version with their own.
Elegance
Autobot Noir, 4 posts
Tue 8 Jan 2019
at 05:10
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The Cybertronian Web - OCC

Thanks! I was looking at the Energon Bow, and since I have a 10 in Skill, that's very nice for me. :D
Gremlin
Decepticon Saboteur, 11 posts
Tue 8 Jan 2019
at 05:39
  • msg #30

The Cybertronian Web - OCC

Bonus points on style if your vehicle form front bumper turns into the bow when you transform.  :3c
Elegance
Autobot Noir, 5 posts
Tue 8 Jan 2019
at 05:46
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The Cybertronian Web - OCC

Well it does now!

And my soft top becomes a cool long-coat! :D
Gremlin
Decepticon Saboteur, 12 posts
Tue 8 Jan 2019
at 05:48
  • msg #32

The Cybertronian Web - OCC

Meanwhile, Gremlin is crawling around inside the walls and generally being a trash goblin.  The ladies of either team cannot be further apart.
The All Spark
GM, 45 posts
Tue 8 Jan 2019
at 07:07
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The Cybertronian Web - OCC

I had made an error in my quick build guide to figuring Energon. Please refer to it if you followed it during creation.
Elegance
Autobot Noir, 6 posts
Spy Changer
"Keep calm and carry on."
Tue 8 Jan 2019
at 07:18
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The Cybertronian Web - OCC

I think I'm finished my build. It was easier than I thought it would be.
Gremlin
Decepticon Saboteur, 13 posts
Tue 8 Jan 2019
at 14:34
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The Cybertronian Web - OCC

Honestly, part of me REALLY wants to reformat the layout of the book.  The base rules themselves are simple enough but it's presented in a rather inefficient manner... and there are typos.  My inner editor is twitching.
The All Spark
GM, 46 posts
Tue 8 Jan 2019
at 15:13
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The Cybertronian Web - OCC

Idk how that would work legally. Lol

I'm not feeling well today, so I may it may not update the threads. Depends on if I'm better later
Gremlin
Decepticon Saboteur, 14 posts
Tue 8 Jan 2019
at 15:24
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The Cybertronian Web - OCC

Well, based on the disclaimer in the book itself?  I wouldn't face any trouble from the developer - Mr. Kerr.  Just editing his work for the sake of clarifying its contents without changing them or claiming ownership for any of the source material would generally fall under being a "derivative work" and thus perfectly legal.

James Kerr - Disclaimer:
This game is in no way sponsored or endorsed by Hasbro, nor any affiliates. The content on this booklet are for the exclusive use of the good fun times, and should not be sold, rented, or used for any commercial enterprise in any way, shape, or form. This game is created by a Transformers fan, for Transformer collectors. It is not meant to step on Hasbro/Kenner/Takara’s toes but designed to respect their creations. ‘The Transformers’ is a registered trademark of Hasbro, along with a schwack of separate trademarks on character, vehicle, and creature names from the Transformer universe.

Elegance
Autobot Noir, 7 posts
Spy Changer
"Keep calm and carry on."
Tue 8 Jan 2019
at 15:28
  • msg #38

The Cybertronian Web - OCC

I know what you mean, some information is spread across several different sections, there are two different tables for vehicle alt-mode stats, and the typos make my outer editor wince. The document just needs an editor.
The All Spark
GM, 47 posts
Tue 8 Jan 2019
at 16:41
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The Cybertronian Web - OCC

Then do it if you have time
Windhammer
Autobot Wrecker, 1 post
Autobot
Wed 9 Jan 2019
at 03:39
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Hi everyone!

Almost done Windhammer. Just need to *ahem* roll the alt stats...

More practically, could anyone give a hint on how to reduce the size of images (linked from other sites). The ones I found are bigger than is practical, and the HTML coding for an image reference is not co-operating.
Effluvium
Autobot Junkion, 2 posts
Wed 9 Jan 2019
at 03:49
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The Cybertronian Web - OCC

Maybe you can place the image in a table and label the table's width?

Welcome to the game, Windjammer.



By the way, Elegance, I think our two characters should get along.  Even high society types play golf.  :)
Windhammer
Autobot Wrecker, 2 posts
Autobot
Wed 9 Jan 2019
at 04:13
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Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

Effluvium:
Maybe you can place the image in a table and label the table's width?


Thanks for the idea, but the pictures are stubborn... Sigh...
Gremlin
Decepticon Saboteur, 15 posts
Wed 9 Jan 2019
at 06:10
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Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

In reply to Windhammer (msg # 42):

Do you have an image-editing software, like Photoshop?  You can shrink the images down to size and upload them to Imgur for free hosting.  If you don't have any programs to work with, I could do it for you?

Speaking of resized and uploaded images, I've got my own finished up.  I just finished coloring Gremlin's Alt.Mode drone form and have it featured on the bio page now.  While checking scale I realized that, compared to most Size 2 - 3 Bots, her micro drone Alt.Form is pretty much the relative size of a honey bee.  ^^;  Even her Bot.Mode is only 4 feet tall and thus pretty much the size of a Human child.
This message had punctuation tweaked by the player at 06:10, Wed 09 Jan 2019.
The All Spark
GM, 48 posts
Wed 9 Jan 2019
at 09:44
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Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

You've got some real talent there Gremlin

Okay, so the doc said I've either got strep it the starts off the flu. I rolled a really high Constitution at my character creation, so I won't be sick for long. In fact, after sleeping almost all day, I feel allot better.

Let's move some of these threads along and get them ready for Saturday, our official start.
Elegance
Autobot Noir, 8 posts
Spy Changer
"Keep calm and carry on."
Wed 9 Jan 2019
at 11:52
  • msg #45

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

Looking forward to it!


Gremlin is Size 0?! :o Please tell me one of us has Accuracy! Windhammer, are you a Gunner?


Good idea, Effluvium! You can caddy for me. :)


Unfortunately, RPoL's fake HTML, RuBB Code, doesn't include any options for resizing images. However, I did a Google image search on your armoured car, and found some in smaller thumbnail sizes, for example:


Roughstrike
Autobot Recon, 15 posts
Wed 9 Jan 2019
at 12:16
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Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

Roughstrike is a Scout and Gunner.
Roughstrike
Autobot Recon, 16 posts
Wed 9 Jan 2019
at 13:26
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Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

Nice art work Gremlin.  *L*  I don't gave that talent, so I linked to soneobelses art work.
The All Spark
GM, 53 posts
Wed 9 Jan 2019
at 14:43
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Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

I've posted a little combat rules to try and streamline it just a little. Everyone please read over it and let me know if anything doesn't make sense.

Also, if anyone who's finished and I haven't started a new PM thread for you, please let me know. Just in case I've missed anyone being done with their charter.
This message was last edited by the GM at 14:44, Wed 09 Jan 2019.
Elegance
Autobot Noir, 9 posts
Spy Changer
"Keep calm and carry on."
Wed 9 Jan 2019
at 15:10
  • msg #49

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

I'm finished! As far as I can tell, anyway. Can I start on Earth?
This message was last edited by the player at 15:10, Wed 09 Jan 2019.
Gremlin
Decepticon Saboteur, 16 posts
Wed 9 Jan 2019
at 15:12
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Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

For full disclosure on the art - I didn't draw it, but I did edit and color it.  I draw plenty of organic characters just fine for things like D&D games, but the engineering necessary for drawing robotic characters is a bit beyond my ability to make look good.  Perspective is a draaaaaag.

@All Spark
Ick, strep and flu are bad.  I used to get strep when I was younger and it always messed me up.  >_<  Feel better soon and don't push yourself, lest you relapse!

@Windhammer
I went ahead and resized your linked artwork so they should fit into the bio-page formatting size without stretching it out.  You can find them here:

https://i.imgur.com/amXAXaR.png
https://i.imgur.com/qz1CcO4.png

The images are currently hosted on my Imgur account, but I suggest saving and re-uploading them yourself so you'll always have reliable access to them in the future.

@Elegance
Her standard Bot.Mode is Size 1, so anyone can shoot at her when she's upright.  Her Size 0 Alt.Mode though?  Yeah, pretty much nobody will be able to hit her, which is the point.  :3

Gremlin's Tiny Alt.Mode is a Vehicle (specifically, statted as a Rank 6 Helicopter), so she can't normally be targeted and is EXTREMELY fast when she Dashes.  But the trade-off we arranged for having a mobile Tiny form (which are normally inanimate by default) is that she doesn't get the +1d boosts to Dash or Surveillance, can't really transport anything (Strength stat = 1!), still has to pay the higher Rank 6 stat requirement to get the form, and pretty much none of her functions work while she's in Alt.Mode.  So she has to transform back into Bot.Mode to actually do anything useful, thus leaving herself vulnerable in the process.  Gremlin is statted out to pretty much be an "operative" type character and isn't meant to be involved in combat directly, so just about anyone could absolutely wreck her in a toe-to-toe fight.  If I'm doing my job right and if the dice are kind, y'all should generally never even know she's there until it's too late.  :3c

Also, though I don't think it's been listed out for everyone yet, All Spark did decide upon a house rule for targeting Size 0 characters, which I agree with.  The rule is that other Size 1 and 0 Bots, or Humans (who are default Size 1), can target Size 0 Bots since they are relatively similar in size.  So while most standard Bots won't be able to even see her, another Micromaster, a Mini-Con, or Human with a baseball bat can target her normally.
This message was last edited by the player at 15:28, Wed 09 Jan 2019.
Windhammer
Autobot Wrecker, 3 posts
Autobot
Wed 9 Jan 2019
at 15:43
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Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

In reply to Gremlin (msg # 50):

Thanks Gremlin!



And for the hint...
So, if Windhammer goes to the big Matrix in the Sky, my next guy should be a deployer. Maybe Windhammer should be the Deployer. Gah! Decisions!
This message was last edited by the player at 15:44, Wed 09 Jan 2019.
Roughstrike
Autobot Recon, 17 posts
Wed 9 Jan 2019
at 16:02
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Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

*L*  There's always Accuracy Gremlin.  ;)
Gremlin
Decepticon Saboteur, 17 posts
Wed 9 Jan 2019
at 16:09
  • msg #53

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

In reply to Roughstrike (msg # 52):

Indeed there is!  The perk of being a crackshot, after all.  Though strictly speaking I imagine Gremlin could still get caught in Cone and Blast radius attacks as well, so others can still threaten her even in Alt.Mode if they can figure out her general location and don't mind causing a lot of collateral damage trying to catch her in the splash zone.

The trick, however, is actually getting to that point in the first place.  Gremlin's entire function is built around not getting into combat and her priorities on any given mission are unlikely to be "go pick a fight with that guy".  And, finally, there's the fact that she's a newly-assigned Decepticon, which means she's not a known agent yet and thus is a wild card.

So good luck, y'all!  :3c
This message was last edited by the player at 16:12, Wed 09 Jan 2019.
The All Spark
GM, 54 posts
Wed 9 Jan 2019
at 16:24
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Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

Now I'm just waiting on the Autobum and Decepticreep barbs to go flying.


Roughstrike
Autobot Recon, 18 posts
Wed 9 Jan 2019
at 16:53
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Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

*L*  Good point.  Have to know a target's a target to shoot at it.  That being said, if she wasn't as dangerous to those she's working with as those she's working againar, Once (if) he knew, he'd try to convert her.  She's got an awesone personality.
Gremlin
Decepticon Saboteur, 18 posts
Wed 9 Jan 2019
at 17:12
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Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

Roughstrike:
She's got an awesone personality.


And a criminal record!  :3c
Windhammer
Autobot Wrecker, 4 posts
Autobot
Wed 9 Jan 2019
at 20:14
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Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

The All Spark:
Now I'm just waiting on the Autobum and Decepticreep barbs to go flying.


It's 2019, and we don't use those words anymore.

It's now the Auto-dependents and noble-impaired...icons.

Wait wait!

it's "Can't fire 'cause of squishies"-bots and "Just shut up and die Optimus"-icons.
Overarch
Decepticon 4xchanger, 1 post
Robot! Helicopter!
Muscle Car! Hovercraft!
Wed 9 Jan 2019
at 20:20
  • msg #58

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

Hi all.  I'm your Quad-Changing Decepticon Warrior.
Elegance
Autobot Noir, 10 posts
Spy Changer
"Keep calm and carry on."
Thu 10 Jan 2019
at 01:16
  • msg #59

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

Welcome!


The worst insult would have to be "Gobot".
Overarch
Decepticon 4xchanger, 2 posts
Robot! Helicopter!
Muscle Car! Hovercraft!
Thu 10 Jan 2019
at 01:25
  • msg #60

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

Hey I actually had some of the larger Gobots as toys when I was a kid.  They weren't that much worse than some of the Transformers.  The "futuristic sports car" bad guy was a far sight better than G1 Ratchet and Ironhide toys, and at least they didn't break under normal use like poor Jetfire did.
The All Spark
GM, 56 posts
Thu 10 Jan 2019
at 01:29
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Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

I had that red sportscar roadster Shockwave looking dude that I don't remember the name of. I hated the robotic hands and arms he had, made him look off.
Roughstrike
Autobot Recon, 20 posts
Thu 10 Jan 2019
at 01:29
  • msg #62

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

Welcome aboard.
Elegance
Autobot Noir, 11 posts
Spy Changer
"Keep calm and carry on."
Thu 10 Jan 2019
at 01:31
  • msg #63

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

I had three little Gobots, but never knew it until I identified them several weeks ago. I just thought they were knock-offs. :) One got broken at some point.

I have a G1 Ratchet, probably my very first Transformer, but let's say he's been a victim of the War. :(
Perihelion
Decepticon Spaceship, 2 posts
Thu 10 Jan 2019
at 01:37
  • msg #64

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

It may not be much of a surprise but the only Transformer toy I remember owning (rather than other versions of things) was Jetfire, the very robotech armored VF-1S version of him.
Gremlin
Decepticon Saboteur, 19 posts
Thu 10 Jan 2019
at 02:20
  • msg #65

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

I had a 1985 G1 Thrust from the Seeker Squadron back when I was a kid.  I could go through the transformation blind with how much I played with that dang thing.  Were they ever made of metal?  I remember it being very heavy.

Also, hiya Overarch!
Elegance
Autobot Noir, 12 posts
Spy Changer
"Keep calm and carry on."
Thu 10 Jan 2019
at 02:26
  • msg #66

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

I have that Thrust, as well as Dirge. Yeah, they are partly made of metal.
This message was last edited by the player at 02:39, Thu 10 Jan 2019.
Windhammer
Autobot Wrecker, 5 posts
Autobot
Thu 10 Jan 2019
at 14:57
  • msg #67

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

In reply to Elegance (msg # 66):

So was Ramjet.

Actually, a lot of the original ones had metal components.
Elegance
Autobot Noir, 14 posts
Spy Changer
"Keep calm and carry on."
Fri 11 Jan 2019
at 03:36
  • msg #68

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

I did what I could, I really tried. :/
https://tfwiki.net/wiki/Carbombya
Windhammer
Autobot Wrecker, 6 posts
Autobot
Fri 11 Jan 2019
at 14:26
  • msg #69

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

Reading that as an adult... It's like Lybia and North Korea had a baby (that North Korea apparantly won't own up to).

Not much for subtly were they.
This message was last edited by the player at 14:39, Fri 11 Jan 2019.
Gremlin
Decepticon Saboteur, 20 posts
Fri 11 Jan 2019
at 14:46
  • msg #70

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

In reply to Windhammer (msg # 69):



Transformers and subtlety aren't exactly familiar with one another.  :3c
Perihelion
Decepticon Spaceship, 3 posts
Fri 11 Jan 2019
at 15:19
  • msg #71

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

Just be glad Energon cubes don't explode on their own.
Gremlin
Decepticon Saboteur, 21 posts
Fri 11 Jan 2019
at 15:21
  • msg #72

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

Not until I get to them.  :3c
The All Spark
GM, 60 posts
Fri 11 Jan 2019
at 17:06
  • msg #73

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

Ah the 80s. When we didn't care if you were offended. We're heading back that way with my daughter's generation, but I fear it'll be much more nasty and in your face.
Windhammer
Autobot Wrecker, 7 posts
Autobot
Fri 11 Jan 2019
at 19:27
  • msg #74

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

... And with online anonymity enhancing the art of the troll.
Elegance
Autobot Noir, 16 posts
Spy Changer
"Keep calm and carry on."
Sat 12 Jan 2019
at 02:29
  • msg #75

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

Giant robots are really only capable of sledgehammer subtlety.

It feels like a fairly typical parody... of about twenty years earlier.
Effluvium
Autobot Junkion, 5 posts
Sun 13 Jan 2019
at 21:37
  • msg #76

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

Oops.  It's my turn to post.
Kaboom
Autobot Scientist, 1 post
Mon 14 Jan 2019
at 18:06
  • msg #77

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

Who's ready for the earth shattering Kaboom?!
Gremlin
Decepticon Saboteur, 22 posts
Mon 14 Jan 2019
at 18:12
  • msg #78

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

In reply to Kaboom (msg # 77):

I think I just found my new best friend.  We can be enemy pen-pals!
Kaboom
Autobot Scientist, 2 posts
Mon 14 Jan 2019
at 18:15
  • msg #79

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

Heck yes! Best frenemies for life! <3
The All Spark
GM, 67 posts
Tue 15 Jan 2019
at 01:13
  • msg #80

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

I messed up on two characters' groups. If you can't see your corresponding HQ thread, please let me know.
Kaboom
Autobot Scientist, 3 posts
Tue 15 Jan 2019
at 01:20
  • msg #81

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

I can see it :D
Elegance
Autobot Noir, 19 posts
Spy Changer
"Keep calm and carry on."
Tue 15 Jan 2019
at 02:34
  • msg #82

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

Hello Kaboom!

Ah, when you finally finish putting together the combiner, and the kid is done playing Transformers with you. :\
Kaboom
Autobot Scientist, 4 posts
Tue 15 Jan 2019
at 03:56
  • msg #83

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

There we go, picture up! Now just gotta work out the wrinkles of my character sheet and I should be good to smash it up!
Elegance
Autobot Noir, 21 posts
Spy Changer
"Keep calm and carry on."
Tue 15 Jan 2019
at 07:18
  • msg #84

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

Adorbs. :)

I don't have any art of Elegance in robot mode, Jaguar cars have never been Transformer-ised. I'm still trying to figure what goes where, but don't want to contradict myself. Car-type Chromia might be a close match.
This message was last edited by the player at 23:32, Tue 15 Jan 2019.
Gremlin
Decepticon Saboteur, 23 posts
Tue 15 Jan 2019
at 16:55
  • msg #85

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

Yeah, it's tough to find good references if making your own/having it made for you isn't an option, where you just have to go dig up something that's "close enough", especially given the rather iconic headlight shape for your vehicle.  I ran a quick search and came up with some that might work?

Arcee Redesign, as you mentioned there was a long coat involved.
https://www.deviantart.com/rai...nder-Arcee-482174628

OC - Whiteout
https://www.deviantart.com/nig...n-Whiteout-602953095

OC - Dustspeed
https://www.deviantart.com/nig...-Dustspeed-586827220

OC - Unnamed
https://www.deviantart.com/nig...ion-CLOSED-634748971

OC - Street Grinder (maybe with a recolor?)
https://www.deviantart.com/cro...et-Grinder-325444473

Non-Transformers OC, but still close?
https://www.deviantart.com/lil...hot-Wonder-689736329
Kaboom
Autobot Scientist, 5 posts
Demolitions Expert
Secondary Gunner
Tue 15 Jan 2019
at 18:31
  • msg #86

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

I'm brand new to this system.
A bit of advice from people?

Kaboom is a descendant of Perceptors, if you couldn't tell by her picture. I took Triple Changer, Multifunction (Gunner), and Fusion Cannon technologies to make her scope double function as a cannon and make her half decent with it. Does anyone have any other suggestion on how to make use of it?
Elegance
Autobot Noir, 22 posts
Spy Changer
"Keep calm and carry on."
Wed 16 Jan 2019
at 00:22
  • msg #87

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

I'm also incredibly new to the system, so I couldn't suggest crunch. But flavour-wise, you don't have to have a traditional optical microscope design like Perceptor. If you were an electron microscope, actively firing a beam of electrons at a sample and measuring the backscattered results, it would be very easy to reflavour the scope as an electron cannon of some sort. It might also be styled as a sniper rifle with electron-beam laser sight. It might mean a bigger alt-mode though, if it was a human-made electron microscope, being a large scope, box of machinery, desk, PC, and chair. :)


Thanks for the images! There's some nice designs there, though I'm not a fan of the impractical-looking spikes and frills a lot of feminine Transformers have now, when the E-type has such a long, flat, rounded design. I like the medieval robot archer at the end though; maybe I'll search wider for robots in general.
Windhammer
Autobot Wrecker, 9 posts
Autobot
Wed 16 Jan 2019
at 00:57
  • msg #88

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

My first impression of the Perceptorette was actually a Gitter Girl (a varient of the Rifts Glitter Boy). Which naturally brought me to the Boom Gun. Building on an Electron microscope, perhaps the magnets that focus the electrons also fire shells?
Kaboom
Autobot Scientist, 6 posts
Demolitions Expert
Secondary Gunner
Wed 16 Jan 2019
at 01:44
  • msg #89

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

Pewpewpew! And im totally calling my scope the Boom Gun.
The All Spark
GM, 69 posts
Wed 16 Jan 2019
at 08:32
  • msg #90

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

Phew! Last night I kept getting a 404 error when I tried to access the game. I have to go workout, but, so long as I'm not called in early, I'll try to move these posts along.
Overarch
Decepticon 4xchanger, 4 posts
Robot! Helicopter!
Muscle Car! Hovercraft!
Wed 16 Jan 2019
at 10:31
  • msg #91

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

Yeah that was annoying.  Luckily it only lasted about 45 minutes here.
The All Spark
GM, 70 posts
Wed 16 Jan 2019
at 11:05
  • msg #92

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

Nope, I'm update tonight
Elegance
Autobot Noir, 24 posts
Spy Changer
"Keep calm and carry on."
Wed 16 Jan 2019
at 15:21
  • msg #93

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

I was mistaken – there is one Transformer with a Jaguar car alt-mode: Alternators Ravage, who goes from Jaguar XK to jaguar cat. :D
https://tfwiki.net/wiki/Ravage...ernators.2FBinaltech

BTW, while looking at art, this is nice set of funky images, with cars looking like they're mid-transformation, popping up weapons, or appearing in cyberpunk or post-apocalyptic settings.
https://khyzylsaleem.artstation.com/
The All Spark
GM, 74 posts
Fri 18 Jan 2019
at 19:38
  • msg #94

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

Okay. Last call before we start getting this underway. Other than the new people, who will be added as they finish, if anyone else is ready with their charter and I have NOT started a new PM thread for you, let me know ASAP. Those that don't have this PM that I started will not be in the initial scenario and will have to wait for the next one.
Perihelion
Decepticon Spaceship, 5 posts
Fri 18 Jan 2019
at 20:09
  • msg #95

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

I only see the access request PM thread, if you started one it either didn't work or went away.
Overarch
Decepticon 4xchanger, 5 posts
Robot! Helicopter!
Muscle Car! Hovercraft!
Fri 18 Jan 2019
at 20:34
  • msg #96

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

As far as I can tell, my character is done, but all I have is the request PM.  If you could let me know what I have left to do then I'll do it.
Kaboom
Autobot Scientist, 7 posts
Demolitions Expert
Secondary Gunner
Sat 19 Jan 2019
at 00:25
  • msg #97

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

I just need to tweek the last details on my sheet and I'll be set and ready! It'll be done tonight!
Apogee
Decepticon Scientist, 2 posts
Decepticon
Sat 19 Jan 2019
at 02:03
  • msg #98

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

I think my sheet is... ready... ish?  I might have gotten a wee bit ambitious.
Elegance
Autobot Noir, 26 posts
Spy Changer
"Keep calm and carry on."
Sat 19 Jan 2019
at 02:12
  • msg #99

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

Welcome aboard!
The All Spark
GM, 75 posts
Sat 19 Jan 2019
at 11:52
  • msg #100

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

Thanks to you all for being patient with me. There's a fair number of moving parts that I've got to work with which makes it much easier on me to tie everything and everyone together.

Let's have some fun and never be afraid to question something I've done. If you feel I've missed the mark on something or mixed something up, which I'm bound to do eventually, let me know. I'm only human  after all not some giant shape changing robot.
Elegance
Autobot Noir, 28 posts
Spy Changer
"Keep calm and carry on."
Sat 19 Jan 2019
at 13:40
  • msg #101

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

No worries here, I'm still very new to all this.

Is it me, or is Saving never explained in the rules?
The All Spark
GM, 79 posts
Mon 21 Jan 2019
at 01:01
  • msg #102

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

It's more opposed rolls than saves.

I had to take my son back to college and I had completely forgotten it. I'll be driving home tomorrow and should have time to post once I get home.
Windhammer
Autobot Wrecker, 11 posts
Autobot
Mon 21 Jan 2019
at 02:05
  • msg #103

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

*grumbles about posting smartphones*
This message was last edited by the player at 16:49, Mon 21 Jan 2019.
Windhammer
Autobot Wrecker, 12 posts
Autobot
Mon 21 Jan 2019
at 02:10
  • msg #104

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

So like a



kind of situation?


EDIT: Finally got it to work... (*sigh*)
This message was last edited by the player at 16:48, Mon 21 Jan 2019.
Gremlin
Decepticon Saboteur, 25 posts
Mon 21 Jan 2019
at 07:09
  • msg #105

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

So I've just finished the first season of Transformers: Robots in Disguise on Netflix... and find myself highly annoyed that there's only one of three seasons available.  >_<
Windhammer
Autobot Wrecker, 13 posts
Autobot
Mon 21 Jan 2019
at 08:39
  • msg #106

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

That is annoying.

Though it isn’t the annoying part.

There were 2 seasons (maybe 3?) last year... and I never made it though >.<

Sometimes, I think Netflix is just  messing with us.
Elegance
Autobot Noir, 29 posts
Spy Changer
"Keep calm and carry on."
Mon 21 Jan 2019
at 11:25
  • msg #107

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

Tell me about it. When I got back into Transformers last year (because my nephew did, because I introduced him to my old toys, and we basically became fans together), I started watching Prime. Halfway through, Netflix announced it was being withdrawn, so I had to binge the rest. It got week-long reprieves a for bit, but I still missed the last few episodes (found by other means...). Later, I watched Robots in Disguise with my nephew, but we only have one season. Same with Rescue Bots. RID and Cyberverse are on TV, but at terrible times, usually not on the catch-up streaming service, or on but a season ahead. :(

I also missed out on a lot of He-Man and original She-Ra because Netflix yanked them. :(
Apogee
Decepticon Scientist, 3 posts
Decepticon
Mon 21 Jan 2019
at 12:03
  • msg #108

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

Netflix is hitting the same wall that Pandora did - pioneer fatigue.  Because of their early entry into the business, they had to pay relatively high rates for the licenses for their programming.  As a result, they have a much more difficult time negotiating lower rates from the same distributors for content, despite the proven market, while newer streaming services can take advantage of the technology, infrastructure, and consumer goodwill to enter the same market at lower cost.

Netflix, however, did make a hojillion dollars to allow them to pivot to being a content creator, where Pandora didn't, though...
Windhammer
Autobot Wrecker, 14 posts
Autobot
Mon 21 Jan 2019
at 13:14
  • msg #109

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

In reply to Apogee (msg # 108):

So, they hike the price, make their hojillions and are now rich enough to deny us transformers shows? Pfft.

Maybe I should look for their cheaper competitors.
The All Spark
GM, 80 posts
Mon 21 Jan 2019
at 17:54
  • msg #110

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

Elegance
Autobot Noir, 31 posts
Spy Changer
"Keep calm and carry on."
Tue 22 Jan 2019
at 07:00
  • msg #111

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

Can I transform into robot mode with passengers inside me? Do they remain safely inside but bumped around (like in Prime) or are they ejected (like in the live-action movies) or do they jam up my works? :o Can I easily deposit them some place safe during transformation?
This message was last edited by the player at 07:01, Tue 22 Jan 2019.
Gremlin
Decepticon Saboteur, 26 posts
Tue 22 Jan 2019
at 07:12
  • msg #112

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

Whatever's convenient?

Now the real question is: what happens if I hug a Human and then transform?  o_o
Kaboom
Autobot Scientist, 9 posts
Demolitions Expert
Secondary Gunner
Tue 22 Jan 2019
at 11:30
  • msg #113

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

Bumblebee did in the movie and they just kinda spilled out for him to gather in his arms. So I imagine it's like that. I don't think there's room where the seat would have been for a human to sit.
The All Spark
GM, 85 posts
Tue 22 Jan 2019
at 11:43
  • msg #114

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

Do whatever you'd like to do so long as it makes sense to you.
Elegance
Autobot Noir, 32 posts
Spy Changer
"Keep calm and carry on."
Tue 22 Jan 2019
at 11:56
  • msg #115

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

James Bond style ejector seat!
Gremlin
Decepticon Saboteur, 27 posts
Tue 22 Jan 2019
at 15:21
  • msg #116

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

Considering we have matter-displacement technology, part of me wants to say a Human passenger could be tucked away in a pocket dimension and thus come out later looking all haunted and dazed.  Sort of a "It was full of stars..." moment.  :3c  But that said, I don't think the tech works on organic matter.

Having just watched Transformers:RiD, I recall Sideswipe transforming back into Bot.Mode while he had the obligatory Human Kid riding in him.  Kid was popped out into the air and Sideswipe caught him in his hands before he could land otherwise.  So I guess it's safe by and large, so long as the Bot in question is actually showing consideration for a passenger.
Windhammer
Autobot Wrecker, 15 posts
Autobot
Tue 22 Jan 2019
at 15:27
  • msg #117

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

I like that last caveat :p

In TF: Prime, I think it was really only Bulkhead who could carry their human inside. And even then it would be because she was an adrenaline junky.
Elegance
Autobot Noir, 35 posts
Spy Changer
"Keep calm and carry on."
Thu 24 Jan 2019
at 08:14
  • msg #118

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

I did a little of everything for the effect.

Now, here's hoping Rule of Cool is part of this system and I don't fall to my doom/embarrassment.
The All Spark
GM, 91 posts
Thu 24 Jan 2019
at 10:59
  • msg #119

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

My work schedule is a little off today. I'll try to get something up tonight. I will be starting the campaign this weekend though so there's that to look forward to.
Kaboom
Autobot Scientist, 11 posts
Demolitions Expert
Secondary Gunner
Sat 26 Jan 2019
at 01:43
  • msg #120

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

Sorry for delay. Work's been just awful. System conversion.
Drumfire
Decepticon 3xchanger, 1 post
Tue 29 Jan 2019
at 16:50
  • msg #121

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

It is an honor to join the Decepticon ranks.

I hope my character will meet approval :).
Gremlin
Decepticon Saboteur, 29 posts
Wed 30 Jan 2019
at 02:24
  • msg #122

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

Hiiiiii~!  More Decepticons!  :3

On a topical note, I came across a really neat YouTube channel today that covers tons of Transformers history, lore, and information in a really easy-to-digest manner.  Very good edutainment.

https://www.youtube.com/user/ChrisMcFeely/videos
https://www.youtube.com/user/ChrisMcFeely/playlists
Elegance
Autobot Noir, 39 posts
Spy Changer
"Keep calm and carry on."
Wed 30 Jan 2019
at 03:56
  • msg #123

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

Welcome aboard!

Well, not aboard our spaceship, you get your own, but you get the idea. :p
Gremlin
Decepticon Saboteur, 30 posts
Wed 30 Jan 2019
at 06:12
  • msg #124

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

Mention of scale came up again in posts and I got curious to chart out the size differences.  I'm not actually sure how big everyone else is in this game?

Here's Gremlin in both Bot and Alt mode, set against a 6' tall Human and 22' tall G1 Optimus Prime: https://imgur.com/R9sUnWA
This message was last edited by the player at 06:12, Wed 30 Jan 2019.
Elegance
Autobot Noir, 40 posts
Spy Changer
"Keep calm and carry on."
Wed 30 Jan 2019
at 06:32
  • msg #125

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

I think we're supposed to ignore size and scale and Transformers. :) They get bigger and smaller all the time, except in the live-action movies.

All I know is Elegance is Size 3 and might make a Deluxe-class toy. :D Assuming her height is at least the length of her vehicle mode, she'd be over 4.7 meters, or 15.4 feet maybe?
Drumfire
Decepticon 3xchanger, 4 posts
Wed 30 Jan 2019
at 06:34
  • msg #126

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

I'm roughly the size of Optimus Prime or Megatron if you prefer :), In fact in the distance I might could be mistaken for Megatron due to my forearm cannon though once anyone was close enough to make out colors, facial features, and the fact I also have shoulder mounted missile launcher, etc it would be obvious I'm not Megatron.
Drumfire
Decepticon 3xchanger, 5 posts
Decepticon Enforcer
Wed 30 Jan 2019
at 06:50
  • msg #127

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

Windhammer and me have similar alt modes and size, we might be rivals of some sort, him being an Autobot and all, though I've adopted Earth Modes rather than Cybertronian ones.
Elegance
Autobot Noir, 41 posts
Spy Changer
"Keep calm and carry on."
Wed 30 Jan 2019
at 06:55
  • msg #128

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

Too late, I'm picturing the Drumfire toy as a repainted, retooled Windhammer. :p
Gremlin
Decepticon Saboteur, 31 posts
Wed 30 Jan 2019
at 07:11
  • msg #129

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

Elegance:
I think we're supposed to ignore size and scale and Transformers. :) They get bigger and smaller all the time, except in the live-action movies.


In general, yes.  But since size has a mechanical function in this game and we're using the G1 base, there's use in having context.
The All Spark
GM, 102 posts
Wed 30 Jan 2019
at 11:59
  • msg #130

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

The sizes, as declared in the rules, are just relative to each other. If you're a size 3 you're an average Transformer size. Size 4 are for those bigger running like Prime and Megatron. Size 2 would be Bumblebee and Cliffjumper. There's no hard and fast rule to the actual sides though giving some latitude for interpretation.

As a question has gone up twice, I want to address something. I'm leaving this all intentionally vague so that if you guys what to work in some elements into the story, you're not being forced out of those choices. You guys what to have Frank Funklestein who's got financial troubles that can be exploited, put him into the narrative. You want a hard as nails commander with a couple of assets that can be called upon in the area, put him in. So long as it isn't too outlandish, I'm fine with it. I'm just here to make this as balanced as I can, but you guys will be driving the narrative for the most part with me throwing monkey wrenches in from time to time. Let those imaginations flow and have fun with this.
This message was last edited by the GM at 12:38, Wed 30 Jan 2019.
Drumfire
Decepticon 3xchanger, 6 posts
Decepticon Enforcer
Wed 30 Jan 2019
at 12:52
  • msg #131

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

Okay so we are suppose to do what some call god moding, at least on some scale to make up the little details etc?
The All Spark
GM, 104 posts
Wed 30 Jan 2019
at 14:45
  • msg #132

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

Pretty much. I'm still working on the specifics, but I'm thinking of calling them battle boosts. Each characters will get one that they can use in an episode. If you want another then you would have to convince another Transformer to give up their battle boost. I'm thinking that transfers in this way might have a reduced outcome but I'm not 100% on it just yet. So each battle boost would be connected to a stat to give each Transformer something to roll against. afterwards in the next episode you would have to use a different stat so you couldn't use the same stat over and over and over again.

battle boost can be declared the for the episode to get the full value, but ones that are not declared would only be 75% effective. So say someone has a battle boost that's tied into a stat that's an eight, if used before the episode you would get the 8th but if you use it during the episode you would only have a 6.


I haven't finalized this idea but I want to roll with it right now and see how it works out. Hopefully that makes sense and of course this is a working progress so if you have any questions feel free to ask.
Windhammer
Autobot Wrecker, 19 posts
Autobot
Wed 30 Jan 2019
at 16:21
  • msg #133

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

Do we get bonus points if we can convince the other side’s battle boost to see the light of justice and nobility and join the autobot side?

Also, are these different from minicons?
The All Spark
GM, 105 posts
Wed 30 Jan 2019
at 21:58
  • msg #134

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

Yes, they are different from the Minicons. They're just a vehicle to add something interesting into the narrative.

More info to come a little later tonight for the missions.
Apogee
Decepticon Scientist, 4 posts
Decepticon
Rank 6
Thu 31 Jan 2019
at 02:15
  • msg #135

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

Just a heads up, I just had a surgery today and am on the loopy pills.  Posting may be erratic for the next few days.
Gremlin
Decepticon Saboteur, 32 posts
Thu 31 Jan 2019
at 03:06
  • msg #136

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

@DM
Drumfire brings up a good question in another thread.  Even if we're all in G1 base, this is also an Armada retelling and there's a lot of mix-and-match about what lore is where.  Do we have space/land bridge technology for jumping around the world?  I assumed we did to begin with, as that was how I figured Gremlin got off Cybertron in the first place.  There's also the Teleportation tech in this game system, which I assume is based off small-scale bridge technology.
This message was last edited by the player at 03:07, Thu 31 Jan 2019.
Kaboom
Autobot Scientist, 14 posts
Demolitions Expert
Secondary Gunner
Thu 31 Jan 2019
at 03:31
  • msg #137

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

I'm going to have to admit, I'm far more into and knowledgeable about G1 than I am about Armada. So if I bugger up the time line or some such, apologies in advance <3
Elegance
Autobot Noir, 43 posts
Spy Changer
"Keep calm and carry on."
Thu 31 Jan 2019
at 03:36
  • msg #138

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

I was a fan back in the 80s, but I was a kid and barely remember it now. I only just got back into Transformers last year, with the movies and Prime and a few other things, so I'm also going to be vague on a lot of the details.
Drumfire
Decepticon 3xchanger, 8 posts
Decepticon Enforcer
Thu 31 Jan 2019
at 03:45
  • msg #139

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

I don't know much about Armada I did read the wiki summary just to kinda familiarize myself, but if we have land/space bridge technology then that might be to convenient I don't know :). I know it was used a lot in Prime not sure about Armada.
Kaboom
Autobot Scientist, 15 posts
Demolitions Expert
Secondary Gunner
Thu 31 Jan 2019
at 03:49
  • msg #140

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

I'm an old school fan, though I do like the War Within comics. G1 to Beasties for me, until Beast Machines of course, but we don't talk about that. I even met my husband through Transformers. I got a tattoo to commemorate that particular meeting.


Gremlin
Decepticon Saboteur, 33 posts
Thu 31 Jan 2019
at 04:11
  • msg #141

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

In reply to Drumfire (msg # 139):

It's up to The All Spark to say conclusively one way or another.  But there is active Space Bridge and Land Bridge technology at use in Armada.  In the first episode of the anime, Megatron's debut appearance on screen is him warping in via Space Bridge.

@Kaboom
I miss Beast Wars.  I'd be lying if I said there wasn't some of my love for Waspinator in Gremlin's character here.  It's a damn shame how Beast Wars ended up due to all the executive "WE MUST SELL TOYS" meddling at the tail of the series.  Like, did the execs learn nothing from the Death of Optimus outrage?
This message was last edited by the player at 04:14, Thu 31 Jan 2019.
The All Spark
GM, 108 posts
Thu 31 Jan 2019
at 09:51
  • msg #142

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

Yes, there is land and space bridge tech. I've pulled elements from just about all possible series so as to give characters the broadest possible options with how they make their character. Also so that I have the same ability when pulling in various factions.
Drumfire
Decepticon 3xchanger, 9 posts
Decepticon Enforcer
Thu 31 Jan 2019
at 10:41
  • msg #143

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

Is it available for us arriving at our target :), that would probably be the fastest way if Perehelion can fit :), I mean he is roughly the size of Trypticon :)
The All Spark
GM, 110 posts
Thu 31 Jan 2019
at 11:25
  • msg #144

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

Either way. You can space bridge in or ride. Up to y'all
Drumfire
Decepticon 3xchanger, 10 posts
Decepticon Enforcer
Thu 31 Jan 2019
at 11:42
  • msg #145

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

Okay updated my post with the space/land bridge :).
Gremlin
Decepticon Saboteur, 34 posts
Thu 31 Jan 2019
at 14:56
  • msg #146

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

As big as Trypticon?  O_O  That's big.

How does he even fit in The Nemesis anyway?  Like, is our version of the ship city-sized or something?
Windhammer
Autobot Wrecker, 21 posts
Autobot
Thu 31 Jan 2019
at 15:01
  • msg #147

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

Would he hang out nearby, like Omega Supreme did?
Gremlin
Decepticon Saboteur, 35 posts
Thu 31 Jan 2019
at 15:07
  • msg #148

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

I mean, given the presence of Bridge tech and long-range communications/holograms, Peri really could just hang out in low Earth orbit in Alt.Mode all the time and just pop down for missions whenever he's needed.  It limits character interaction, but when you're already over 300' tall at a bare minimum, interaction is already tough.
Drumfire
Decepticon 3xchanger, 11 posts
Decepticon Enforcer
Thu 31 Jan 2019
at 15:10
  • msg #149

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

Perihelion is Size 7 :)

Which means he's in the range of Trypticon and Metroplex, certainly bigger than the Combiners like Bruticus, Superion, Omega Supreme etc.

He could hang out up in space :).
Drumfire
Decepticon 3xchanger, 12 posts
Decepticon Enforcer
Thu 31 Jan 2019
at 15:11
  • msg #150

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

I just hope he isn't going to be mad if he made himself to be a transformer like Astrotrain who's primary operation was to carry the others. Perhaps if that was his goal, maybe we can have the space/land bridge get taken out at some point or we run low on power :)
Perihelion
Decepticon Spaceship, 8 posts
Thu 31 Jan 2019
at 15:18
  • msg #151

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

No need for bridge tech, Perihelion is a fully functional space ship, and can land wherever he likes.
Drumfire
Decepticon 3xchanger, 13 posts
Decepticon Enforcer
Thu 31 Jan 2019
at 15:35
  • msg #152

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

Starscream could deny us access citing priority missions to Cybertron for its use (or lack of energon).
Gremlin
Decepticon Saboteur, 36 posts
Thu 31 Jan 2019
at 17:08
  • msg #153

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

Oh man, poor Gremlin would go nuts having to travel by ship.  She'd be bouncing around inside Peri like an impatient toddler on a long road trip.
Kaboom
Autobot Scientist, 17 posts
Demolitions Expert
Secondary Gunner
Thu 31 Jan 2019
at 18:07
  • msg #154

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

Man I wish we could be friends. I bet her and Boomboom would get on so well. Lol!
The All Spark
GM, 111 posts
Thu 31 Jan 2019
at 20:47
  • msg #155

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

So long as Kaboom could overlook her world domination tendencies. Lol
Gremlin
Decepticon Saboteur, 37 posts
Thu 31 Jan 2019
at 21:04
  • msg #156

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

Nah, domination is Megatron's gig.  Gremlin's just there because the Decepticons let her blow stuff up.  :3
Windhammer
Autobot Wrecker, 22 posts
Autobot
Fri 1 Feb 2019
at 18:49
  • msg #157

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

Wreckers blow stuff up too, you know. :D
The All Spark
GM, 112 posts
Sun 3 Feb 2019
at 19:55
  • msg #158

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

So has everyone agreed to their plans? I see some moves in that direction, but no agreement yet.

I can just advance if each side is ready to go.
Drumfire
Decepticon 3xchanger, 15 posts
Decepticon Enforcer
Sun 3 Feb 2019
at 20:59
  • msg #159

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

We will take Peri :) to the site :)

I don't want another player to feel useless :(

So no land/space bridge :)
Gremlin
Decepticon Saboteur, 38 posts
Sun 3 Feb 2019
at 21:29
  • msg #160

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

Sorry for my quiet lately.  It's been a loooooooooooooong week and I've been crushed under work.  Hard to get any creativity going like that.  >_<
Elegance
Autobot Noir, 44 posts
Spy Changer
"Keep calm and carry on."
Mon 4 Feb 2019
at 02:35
  • msg #161

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

Do we have any details to make plans on? Otherwise, I suppose we just go there and see what there is to do and work with.
This message was last edited by the player at 11:43, Wed 06 Feb 2019.
The All Spark
GM, 114 posts
Tue 5 Feb 2019
at 23:14
  • msg #162

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

Feel free to look up the collider itself, but otherwise that'll be about it.

Okay. Each group give me three d10 rolls. First 3 from each group will be accepted. I'll average them together to determine who arrives on scene first. The difference between the numbers will determine how much of a head start you get.

Hopefully we can get this initial episode off without a hitch.
Drumfire
Decepticon 3xchanger, 19 posts
Decepticon Enforcer
Wed 6 Feb 2019
at 11:55
  • msg #163

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

06:54, Today: Drumfire rolled 8 using 1d10 with rolls of 8.  going first.
Elegance
Autobot Noir, 45 posts
Spy Changer
"Keep calm and carry on."
Wed 6 Feb 2019
at 12:04
  • msg #164

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

Does this mean we transform and roll out? :D
20:03, Today: Elegance rolled 2 using 1d10 with rolls of 2. autobots roll out.
This message was last edited by the player at 12:04, Wed 06 Feb 2019.
Windhammer
Autobot Wrecker, 23 posts
Autobot
Wed 6 Feb 2019
at 12:59
  • msg #165

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

07:58, Today: Windhammer rolled 10 using 1d10 with rolls of 10.  Autobots, transform and rolls out!
Perihelion
Decepticon Spaceship, 10 posts
Wed 6 Feb 2019
at 14:55
  • msg #166

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

If you are only using one per player mine is a 10.
Gremlin
Decepticon Saboteur, 44 posts
Wed 6 Feb 2019
at 15:26
  • msg #167

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

I rolled a 2 yesterday, so that brings the Decepticon total to 20!

Yaaaaaaay low roll buddies, Elegance~!
This message was last edited by the player at 15:27, Wed 06 Feb 2019.
Perihelion
Decepticon Spaceship, 11 posts
Thu 7 Feb 2019
at 03:46
  • msg #168

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

I don't think the 'rank' attribute is intended to be a functional command structure kind of rank, it is more like a power rank or even cost classification than any sort of formal grant of leadership.
Drumfire
Decepticon 3xchanger, 21 posts
Decepticon Enforcer
Thu 7 Feb 2019
at 08:29
  • msg #169

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

According to the rulebook

(page 3)

B. Turn Order – The highest Ranking Transformer in your
faction will be leading the group into battle. They roll their
Rank Statistic and compare the result with that of the
enemy leader doing the same thing. Whichever faction gets
the higher number wins, and gets to go first. If you aren’t
the leader, you can still help.

Soldiers Contribute – All Robots of lower Rank than
the leader may attempt to contribute to their success. For
every Transformer who successfully rolls Rank, the leader
gets +1 to see who wins initiative. (In this case, Combiner
/ Gestalt Robots count as one character.)


(page 9)

Rank:  Transform, The chain of command as dictated by programming. Affects your
transformation scheme

So Rank has a direct impact on the chain of command, Drumfire though is a reluctant leader at best. He more enjoys being a warrior.


So yes Rank by the rulebook determines chain of command, however the GM has altered the initiative so it's possible he wants to be a bit loose with the rules, and I'm fine with that. However Apogee and Gremlin seem to have some friction between them....so probably better if you or I lead the Decepticons :).
The All Spark
GM, 115 posts
Thu 7 Feb 2019
at 12:25
  • msg #170

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

True leadership will be up to you guys too determine, but as far as the rules go, Drum summed it up nicely.

It's not outside of reason that Decepticons will squabble over leadership, so this is fun to see.
Drumfire
Decepticon 3xchanger, 22 posts
Decepticon Enforcer
Thu 7 Feb 2019
at 13:04
  • msg #171

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

I never intended to be a leader :), I just had idea of what alt modes I wanted and then put in the stats that would let me do that I later discovered what rank did elsewhere.

Also it is befittign remember in Astrotrain after Starscream puts Megatron out into space, a fight ensures....
Perihelion
Decepticon Spaceship, 12 posts
Thu 7 Feb 2019
at 14:34
  • msg #172

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

It is amusing that the two people most qualified for leadership don't want it.
Gremlin
Decepticon Saboteur, 47 posts
Thu 7 Feb 2019
at 15:02
  • msg #173

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

What?  Treachery among the Decepticon ranks?  Who ever could have guessed it?  :3

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hWhZQeBba-U

Gremlin is 500% not suited to be leader, even though she might demand others follow her orders from time to time.  She's waaaaay too self-centered to properly lead a team.  Anyone who does listen to her in the field should do so only if whatever she says is actually a reasonable conclusion, not because of a chain of command.
The All Spark
GM, 116 posts
Fri 8 Feb 2019
at 08:23
  • msg #174

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

Just be one more d10 from the Autobot dude and we can get started
Gremlin
Decepticon Saboteur, 48 posts
Fri 8 Feb 2019
at 14:54
  • msg #175

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

That Apogee and Gremlin are the same rank makes their bickering at HQ even better.  :3
Drumfire
Decepticon 3xchanger, 24 posts
Decepticon Enforcer
Sat 9 Feb 2019
at 05:53
  • msg #176

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

So do to indecision the Autobots forfeit :)
Roughstrike
Autobot Recon, 25 posts
Sat 9 Feb 2019
at 20:19
  • msg #177

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

15:18, Today: Roughstrike rolled 6 using 1d10 with rolls of 6
The All Spark
GM, 117 posts
Sun 10 Feb 2019
at 02:33
  • msg #178

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

Alright. With that I'll get the narrative started tomorrow.

Autobots roll out.
Decepticons! Attack!!
Perihelion
Decepticon Spaceship, 14 posts
Sun 10 Feb 2019
at 02:37
  • msg #179

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

I think the Autobots are going to be doing the attacking this time.  The Decepticons are just minding our own business.
Windhammer
Autobot Wrecker, 24 posts
Autobot
Sun 10 Feb 2019
at 04:22
  • msg #180

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

Cool! Just like the first 7-10 minutes of every season one episode.

Optimus: “What is it?”
Wheeljack or Rachet, or whoever: <Weirdness, shady science, shady science.>
Optimus: “It must be Megatron. Autobots, roll out!”
Perihelion
Decepticon Spaceship, 15 posts
Sun 10 Feb 2019
at 06:37
  • msg #181

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

Nope, totally legit science this time.
The All Spark
GM, 118 posts
Sun 10 Feb 2019
at 23:18
  • msg #182

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

I'm so sorry guys and gals. Been dealing with a sick kid all day. 102+ fever and he won't let me leave him for more than a moment.

I'll try to get this started tomorrow.
Drumfire
Decepticon 3xchanger, 25 posts
Decepticon Enforcer
Mon 11 Feb 2019
at 04:44
  • msg #183

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

Okay sounds like the flu, we've had a pretty heavy run around here of it the last couple weeks, hope he gets better.
Apogee
Decepticon Scientist, 10 posts
Decepticon
Rank 6
Tue 12 Feb 2019
at 05:15
  • msg #184

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

Uh, so, what's the scene?  Are we in a city, the woods?  A deserted island with a dock and a parking lot..?
Drumfire
Decepticon 3xchanger, 27 posts
Decepticon Enforcer
Tue 12 Feb 2019
at 05:24
  • msg #185

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

Gremlin
Decepticon Saboteur, 49 posts
Tue 12 Feb 2019
at 06:08
  • msg #186

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

Ooh, they have a gift shop!
The All Spark
GM, 119 posts
Tue 12 Feb 2019
at 11:44
  • msg #187

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

Apogee:
Uh, so, what's the scene?  Are we in a city, the woods?  A deserted island with a dock and a parking lot..?


Right now, you're currently in space on Perihelion. Y'all have detected the Autobots moving tword the target zone, but you'll beat them by about 5-10 minutes.

Y'all can either head straight to the sight, attack the incoming Autobots, or anything else you'd like to do.
This message was last edited by the GM at 17:13, Tue 12 Feb 2019.
Elegance
Autobot Noir, 47 posts
Spy Changer
"Keep calm and carry on."
Tue 12 Feb 2019
at 16:13
  • msg #188

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

Trust Gremlin to corrupt the RPoL code itself.
Gremlin
Decepticon Saboteur, 52 posts
Tue 12 Feb 2019
at 16:18
  • msg #189

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

:3c
Perihelion
Decepticon Spaceship, 17 posts
Tue 12 Feb 2019
at 16:48
  • msg #190

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

Perihelion's last post includes arrival at the target location, Autobot activity was anticipated and no contingency needed.
The All Spark
GM, 122 posts
Thu 14 Feb 2019
at 16:22
  • msg #191

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

I'll give the Decepticons till tomorrow evening to declare their opening action. If they don't, then the Autobots will get to jump in.
Perihelion
Decepticon Spaceship, 18 posts
Thu 14 Feb 2019
at 16:23
  • msg #192

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

I think most of us already did our entrance to the scene, and are probably expecting some sort of setting description or detail about the human scale response.

Although that is hard to tell because the thread appears broken, we may need a new one.
This message was last edited by the player at 16:24, Thu 14 Feb 2019.
Apogee
Decepticon Scientist, 11 posts
Decepticon
Rank 6
Thu 14 Feb 2019
at 16:41
  • msg #193

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

I am not clear on our physical surroundings so I can't really act.

And yeah, the thread is extremely broken.
Gremlin
Decepticon Saboteur, 54 posts
Thu 14 Feb 2019
at 17:54
  • msg #194

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

Thread seems borked.  New one would be nice to see, just in case.  I don't see that glitch in any other threads or games, so it looks like that particular thread is somehow messed up.

Also, seconding Perihelion and Apogee's thoughts on description.  I understand wanting to give us freedom to describe things on our own, but we need some basic framework to operate with.  We can't have every player visualizing something different, especially if those different ideas may directly contradict each other.
Drumfire
Decepticon 3xchanger, 29 posts
Decepticon Enforcer
Thu 14 Feb 2019
at 18:03
  • msg #195

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

What browsers you guys using, I use firefox the thread seems fine to me?
Gremlin
Decepticon Saboteur, 55 posts
Thu 14 Feb 2019
at 18:20
  • msg #196

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

Chrome.  It looks like this for me: https://i.imgur.com/MAHCUeS.png
Apogee
Decepticon Scientist, 12 posts
Decepticon
Rank 6
Thu 14 Feb 2019
at 18:38
  • msg #197

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

Gremlin:
Chrome.  It looks like this for me: https://i.imgur.com/MAHCUeS.png

I am encountering a similar issue on Firefox.
Roughstrike
Autobot Recon, 26 posts
Thu 14 Feb 2019
at 20:35
  • msg #198

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

I use Chrome, and this is the only game on Rpol, that I'm involved in, with these issues.
Windhammer
Autobot Wrecker, 28 posts
Autobot
Thu 14 Feb 2019
at 21:57
  • msg #199

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

Ditto.

Using a PC's Explorer and Safari on an IPhone.
Elegance
Autobot Noir, 50 posts
Spy Changer
"Keep calm and carry on."
Fri 15 Feb 2019
at 01:48
  • msg #200

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

I get it too. I use Firefox, 52.9.0, on my elderly computer. I thought Gremlin did. :p

The LHC is a big place, and it would be nice to settle whether we're at the main entrance, out in the wilderness over an isolated section of the ring, at some generic laboratory nearby that can be made up and blown up, and whether we're in winter (snow) or another season (green).

I have a feeling we're only at the LHC because Elegance made a remark about wanting to visit Switzerland.
Gremlin
Decepticon Saboteur, 56 posts
Fri 15 Feb 2019
at 02:32
  • msg #201

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

Just checked on my smartphone - thread is messed up there too.
Drumfire
Decepticon 3xchanger, 30 posts
Decepticon Enforcer
Fri 15 Feb 2019
at 12:37
  • msg #202

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

Okay my firefox is version 65 so I don't see what you guys see.

If a new thread helps hopefully the GM makes a new one but without knowing what caused it it could go awry again.
Elegance
Autobot Noir, 51 posts
Spy Changer
"Keep calm and carry on."
Fri 15 Feb 2019
at 12:46
  • msg #203

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

If the GM fully deletes and restores Gremlin's and Drumfire's posts, it might improve.
The All Spark
GM, 123 posts
Fri 15 Feb 2019
at 14:05
  • msg #204

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

That's really odd, because I see nothing it of the ordinary. . .

Let me try to repost and see if that clears it up.

I just need to know if the Decepticons are doing to go straight at the base or the incoming Autobots.
The All Spark
GM, 125 posts
Fri 15 Feb 2019
at 14:07
  • msg #205

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

Okay. I posted a new opening thread. It's it working now?

I will fill in more details as the scene opens up more.
Drumfire
Decepticon 3xchanger, 32 posts
Decepticon Enforcer
Fri 15 Feb 2019
at 14:27
  • msg #206

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

Seems fine to me but the old one is fine to me too, have to see if good for the others, made a post in new thread.
Elegance
Autobot Noir, 52 posts
Spy Changer
"Keep calm and carry on."
Fri 15 Feb 2019
at 14:34
  • msg #207

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

New thread is fine, old thread is still munted. Let's wait until Gremlin posts.
The All Spark
GM, 128 posts
Mon 18 Feb 2019
at 01:02
  • msg #208

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

Okay, the old thread has been removed to make it easier to tell which is which. I was going to post today, but I just ran out of time.

I will do my best to have one up by tomorrow.

This is your chance to get in any rolls you might think you need before we kick this into action.
The All Spark
GM, 129 posts
Tue 19 Feb 2019
at 11:59
  • msg #209

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

Well. . . This experiment is just not working. I thought that I could run this, but my life schedule just isn't letting it happen. Usually we're slow this time if year, but that isn't happening and with the new house, I just can't get it done.

Sorry for wasting y'all's time, but there's no sense in dragging this out.

I'll delete this on Saturday if anyone wants to take their character with them. Yeah made some really great characters that I hope someone with more time will be able to make use of them.

Again, sorry.
Elegance
Autobot Noir, 54 posts
Spy Changer
"Keep calm and carry on."
Tue 19 Feb 2019
at 12:15
  • msg #210

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

That's disappointing, but alright, I understand that. Thanks for letting us know. This was an experiment for me, and I enjoyed it. Thanks for giving me a mini-adventure for Elegance to kick ass so suavely in. :)

Can you open the private threads? I want to see the Decepticons squabble over leadership. :p Also, they'll get to see Elegance be pompous.
Drumfire
Decepticon 3xchanger, 36 posts
Decepticon Enforcer
Tue 19 Feb 2019
at 12:30
  • msg #211

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

Well thank you for letting us know. I know how busy RL can get. I was really looking forward to this, but I understand. Thanks for not disappearing or just dragging it out if you know you can't make it.

I'll save Drumfire, I think he'd do great, but another GM will probably have us reroll and no guarantee we can't get similar rolls. Good Luck all :)
The All Spark
GM, 130 posts
Tue 19 Feb 2019
at 12:58
  • msg #212

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

Done. Also I changed the group for my character list I was working on as well. Yeah might find it interesting
Drumfire
Decepticon 3xchanger, 37 posts
Decepticon Enforcer
Tue 19 Feb 2019
at 13:38
  • msg #213

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

Here was my character sheet :)

Name:       Drumfire
Faction:    Decepticon
Motto:      "Time for the Pain"
Colors:     Green/Black
Subgroups:  None
Normal Appearance: Drumfire was a dull green color with black at his joints.
 Upon his right forearm was mounted a black concussion cannon and over his shoulders
 was mounted a black missile launcher. He was a large leader size con. He had black
 wheels on the back of his legs and arms (2 on each).
Altmode 1:   Heavy & Work Vehicles: Armored/Military Vehicle, M1134 Anti-
             Tank Guided Missile Vehicle
             +1d Gain Crash, Defense
             Off-Road: Move across uneven, jagged, rough or partially obstructed
             terrain the number of areas equal to 1/2 your Alt.Mode’s Speed Statistic,
             rounded up. Off-Road takes the place of Move on your Turn. Examples of
             such a terrain include: mountain-side, forest, jungle, or beech. If the
             vegetation or other obstructions are especially dense then movement is
             cut by a further half. If you do not have Wheels then you can also use
             Off-Road on roads and flat surfaces.
             Primary Weapon: Retain the one weapon you like best from your Alt.Mode
             in your in Robot.Mode. Usually this is fixed to your Robot’s arm, back
             or shoulder as an Attachment. The weapon must be able to attach to the
             Alt.Mode, and so cannot be a pistol or a sword. Attacks with the weapon
             in Alt.Mode use the Robot. Mode’s Firepower Statistic if it is higher
             than the Alt.Mode Firepower Statistic.
             Missile Truck: Primary Weapon Missiles and Rockets

Altmode 2:   Vehicles: Aeroplane: A-10 Thunderbolt II
             +1d Gain to Dash
             Flight: Move through spaces of air the number of areas equal to the
             Alt.Mode’s Speed Statistic. Flight takes the place of Move on your
             Turn. If you do not have Hover, then you must Move at least 1 area
             per Turn while in Flight. The air is 1 to 6 areas above the surface
             of the battlefield. Heights greater than 6 enter require Escape
             Velocity (T). If you are hit while in Flight and take HP damage or
             suffer a Push effect, then you must roll against Fall or go
             tumbling out of the air at the rate of regular falling - 3 areas
             straight down when it happens, and 3 down at the end of your Turn.
             If you are still in the air when your Turn happens you can recover
             with an Acrobatics roll, or, if you have Hover, spend all your
             Move for this Turn just to stay in place. Without Acrobatics or
             Hover you continue to fall. If you hit the ground you take regular
             falling damage - 1d6 vs. HP for every 2 areas fallen, rounded up.
             Walk: Walk means the Alt.Mode is only capable of standard Movement
             on land. It is not capable of Dash, Wheels, or any other specalised
             kind of Move while on the ground.
             Fighter Plane: Primary Weapon for Guns

Size:       4
Technology: 6

 Robot Only

 Vehicle Only

 Both
     Ammo Capacitor (1): Action: Add +1d6 charges to one weapon that has reached
     0 charges
     Low Fuel Consumption (1): +1d6 Energon at the start of each battle and +1
     Energon every 3 rounds. This can raise you above maximum. When the battle
     is over this Energon bonus is retracted
     Sensor, Radar/Sonar (1): +1d Surveillance. Detect Medium Range material
     objects, test Salvage for strength, heat resistance, elasticity, detect
     Energon Levels (quantity and intensity), detect electronic, ionic, magnetic,
     sonic, or chemical anomalies, know the density and composition of objects,
     tensile strength, energy and Function of objects and Robots. Basically,
     you can detect whatever’s near you, even if it’s around a wall
     Waterproof (1): Immunity to Rust, rust-damaging weapons, and all other
     negative effects resulting from submersion.
     Triple-changer (2): Add a second, new Alt.Mode to your Transformer. Rank
     requirements still apply. Rerolls for your Quote are based on the Alt.Mode
     with the highest Rank requirement. Take this Technology again and be a
     ‘Quad-changer’ adding a 3rd Alt.Mode. Taking this Technology a third time
     and be a ‘Six-changer’, having a total of 5 Alt.Modes into which you can
     transform. You become a one-Robot army.


Weapons:
 Robot Only

 Vehicle Only

 Both

    Laser Missile (1): Attached (Shoulder Mounted in Robot Mode, Turret Mounted
    while in M1134 mode, and Wing Mounted in A-10 mode). 2d6 vs. HP + Radius
    Standard Cybertronian Missile, 2 charges. Long Range
    Concussion Cannon (2): Attached (Forearm Mounted in Robot Mode, Turret
    Mounted while in M1134 mode, and nose mounted in A-10 mode), 2d6 vs. HP + Push
    Common cannon of both the Autobots and the Decepticons. 2d6 charges, Medium
    Range


Tech Specs

Function: Warrior
Health/Energon: 22/10
Strength     2 (Robot Mode), 2 (A-10 Mode), 8 (M1134 Mode)
 Melee Attack - Action Attack one area’s distance by punching (1d6 / 2 vs.
  HP) or using a Melee Weapon.
 Crash - (M1134 Mode Only) Succeed on a Strength attack (plus whatever bonus Crash
  dice you have) to do Melee damage (standard 1d6/2 unless the character has a
  better crash oriented weapon, like Horns) and then push back the opponent by a
  number of areas up to the maximum of your remaining Move. You travel with the
  enemy, pushing them along, remaining 1 area behind.

Intelligence 2 (Robot Mode), 9 (A-10 Mode), 5 (M1134 Mode)
 Strategy (Free) - Change your Turn to be as many Turns later as success #
  rolled, into the Enemy Phase. The strategist must call out the enemy Turn
  they wish to interrupt before it happens, or the Strategy is wasted.
 Surveillance - All Modes (See Tech Above).

Speed        3 (Robot Mode), 10 (A-10 Mode), 1 (M1134 Mode)
 Dash - Roll to Move, with the maximum number of areas you can Move this
  Turn equal to success # rolled +3. Rough terrain cuts movement by 1/2,
  rounded down.
  +1d Gain to Dash when in A-10 Mode

Endurance   10 (Robot Mode), 2 (A-10 Mode), 10 (M1134 Mode)
 Defense - When attacked in any physical way, roll an additional dice for
  Endurance, and take the better result to block, endure, deflect, or
  otherwise not be hit or damaged. As a Turn: Dig in and deflect all damage
  issued to you in the Turn. Damage reduction per hit is = success # rolled
  +3
  +1d Gain to Defense when in M1134 Mode.

Rank         8 (Robot Mode), 8 (A-10 Mode), 8 (M1134 Mode)
 Transform - Free Switch between Modes. Transform can also help you get out
  of a Grapple.

Courage      8 (Robot Mode), 9 (A-10 Mode), 8 (M1134 Mode)
 Intercept (Free) - Gain one additional area's Move to catch up with a goal,
  head off an opponent, get away, out-race or generally out-run someone.

Firepower    9 (Robot Mode), 10 (A-10 Mode), 8 (9 for Missiles, M1134 Mode)
 Assault - Fire at a distance using any one equipped weapon, attached,
  mounted or held.

Skill        4 (Robot Mode), 4 (A-10 Mode), 3 (M1134 Mode)
 Acrobatics (Free) - Jumping, leaping, tumbling, balance, reflexes, sharp
  turns in flight, getting over an obstacle so that it does not impede your
  movement, and landing without taking damage. This does not take the place
  of Defense.

Bio:
Windhammer
Autobot Wrecker, 30 posts
Autobot
Tue 19 Feb 2019
at 13:48
  • msg #214

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

We shall have to study this, and then prepare appropriate countermeasures...

All Spark, thanks for letting us know. It was an interesting premise.
This message was last edited by the player at 13:49, Tue 19 Feb 2019.
Perihelion
Decepticon Spaceship, 21 posts
Tue 19 Feb 2019
at 13:52
  • msg #215

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

I don't have the time or detail knowledge of the lore to run a replacement game but if one or two of you are up for it let us know
Roughstrike
Autobot Recon, 27 posts
Tue 19 Feb 2019
at 13:52
  • msg #216

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

Nothing to be sorry about.  I hope life treats you well.  RL comes first
Drumfire
Decepticon 3xchanger, 38 posts
Decepticon Enforcer
Tue 19 Feb 2019
at 13:58
  • msg #217

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

I'd be interested in a game if someone got one going :), but I don't think I have time to run one :)
Gremlin
Decepticon Saboteur, 59 posts
Tue 19 Feb 2019
at 14:30
  • msg #218

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

Honestly, it really is unfortunate to see this game go.  I was having a lot of fun in the build-up and looking forward to interacting with the Autobots, but I know exactly how it can be when work schedules get in the way.  I've recently had to excuse myself from a few games as well for precisely that reason.

Why not leave the game up, albeit in stasis?  Give it some time and - later on - if you find your schedule returns to something more manageable, we can try again?  It would be easier to summon us all back via rMail that way.  If not, I understand.

@Perihelion
I'm game for a game!  Let me know if you get anything underway.  Honestly, I'd like to set up a rMail thread for us all to keep in contact with, but we can only assign 5 recipients at a time and there's too many of us for one thread.
This message was last edited by the player at 14:35, Tue 19 Feb 2019.
The All Spark
GM, 131 posts
Tue 19 Feb 2019
at 14:43
  • msg #219

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

I'll keep it up for now and just turn the lights, request new players, off.

I have time to be a player, just not GM, so if someone want to take this over, I can make them a GM and fade back into a player. That's an option as well.
Drumfire
Decepticon 3xchanger, 39 posts
Decepticon Enforcer
Wed 20 Feb 2019
at 06:57
  • msg #220

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

Perihelion if you want to try I'm willing to continue playing even if I have showed my sheet to all :)

Drumfire is slow, stupid, weak and not very skilled :). He's loyalty is why his rank is so high. However in ranged combat he is extremely deadly....almost as deadly as Megatron.....

I could help I like making characters, if you give me a list of Autobots and Decepticons from G1 that you want pretty sure I can make stats for them. I can start by using there G1 tech spec stats which fit nicely with the game stats.

I think Jazz is missing his speakers/dazzling lights tech in the write up for him here :).
Elegance
Autobot Noir, 55 posts
Spy Changer
"Keep calm and carry on."
Wed 20 Feb 2019
at 11:18
  • msg #221

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

I wish I could continue in some form, but I'm past my limit in terms of games. I joined a bunch over the holiday period in the expectation most would die, as is normal on RPOL. Only none of them did. Now this one has the sad honour of being the first.

I finished reading through the Decepticon HQ thread. So, the 'cons are more organised and made a plan but argued over it and couldn't decide what the actual goal was. Us Autobots debated economics and didn't even have a plan beyond kicking 'cons. No wonder this war's gone on so long.
This message was last edited by the player at 11:41, Wed 20 Feb 2019.
Perihelion
Decepticon Spaceship, 22 posts
Wed 20 Feb 2019
at 11:34
  • msg #222

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

Oh we have a plan, don't worry about that.

With the game in stasis we don't need to rush a new GM.
Gremlin
Decepticon Saboteur, 60 posts
Wed 20 Feb 2019
at 14:53
  • msg #223

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

We actually have several plans, and at least one side-plan.  :3  But the Autobots have always been a reactionary force, so I'd say y'all weren't in any trouble.
The All Spark
GM, 132 posts
Sun 24 Feb 2019
at 00:38
  • msg #224

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

Drumfire:
I think Jazz is missing his speakers/dazzling lights tech in the write up for him here :).


I thought about that, but wanted to give that ability to blaster instead.
Kaboom
Autobot Scientist, 19 posts
Demolitions Expert
Secondary Gunner
Thu 14 Nov 2019
at 15:15
  • msg #225

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

If anyone's interested, I made a free form transformers game and am seeking players.

 link to another game
The All Spark
GM, 133 posts
Thu 26 Dec 2019
at 00:00
  • msg #226

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

Merry Christmas you filthy animals!
The All Spark
GM, 134 posts
Thu 24 Dec 2020
at 20:25
  • msg #227

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

Merry Christmas y'all.
Drumfire
Decepticon 3xchanger, 40 posts
Decepticon Enforcer
Fri 25 Dec 2020
at 02:10
  • msg #228

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

Merry Christmas!
Windhammer
Autobot Wrecker, 31 posts
Autobot
Fri 25 Dec 2020
at 16:25
  • msg #229

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

Merry Christmas!
Roughstrike
Autobot Recon, 28 posts
Fri 25 Dec 2020
at 17:25
  • msg #230

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

Happy Holidays all.
The All Spark
GM, 135 posts
Sun 14 Mar 2021
at 22:04
  • msg #231

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

Got some good news, I finally got a computer, so, after I get some things settled, I'll be able to reboot this game.

So, roll call! Who's still here?
Drumfire
Decepticon 3xchanger, 41 posts
Decepticon Enforcer
Sun 14 Mar 2021
at 22:51
  • msg #232

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

I'm still here, glad to hear things are going better for you :)
Roughstrike
Autobot Recon, 29 posts
Sun 14 Mar 2021
at 23:43
  • msg #233

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

Still here.  Glad you got a new computer.
Perihelion
Decepticon Spaceship, 23 posts
Sun 14 Mar 2021
at 23:50
  • msg #234

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

I am here, but I will probably need some reminder of where exactly here is.
The All Spark
GM, 136 posts
Mon 15 Mar 2021
at 05:53
  • msg #235

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

In reply to Perihelion (msg # 234):

I'm going to give it a few days to see who comes back, but I'll probably do a soft reset were I'll reiterate the mission and have initiative rerolled. If not enough do return, I'll put out a recruitment post.
Gremlin
Decepticon Saboteur, 61 posts
Mon 15 Mar 2021
at 06:38
  • msg #236

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

I'm still up and about, same as ever.  I'd imagine a reboot of things would be required depending on how the teams shake out.
The All Spark
GM, 137 posts
Tue 16 Mar 2021
at 17:35
  • msg #237

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

Looks like we've got 3 Decepticons and 2 Autobots.

I'll put up a recruitment ad when I get home.
Elegance
Autobot Noir, 56 posts
Spy Changer
"Keep calm and carry on."
Wed 17 Mar 2021
at 06:17
  • msg #238

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

Sorry, I've been busy, but I'll give this another go.
The All Spark
GM, 138 posts
Thu 18 Mar 2021
at 00:04
  • msg #239

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

Good to hear. Usually I get requests during weekends, so that'll give me some time to reset and we'll just go with who we have. Both sides should look into bringing along an NPC character in your respective chats if it becomes necessary.
Perihelion
Decepticon Spaceship, 24 posts
Thu 18 Mar 2021
at 01:58
  • msg #240

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

You should probably set us to separate groups, right now everyone has group 1 and group 9, there should be a 3rd group so we can have the IC faction threads separate and still have a non 0 ooc group.
The All Spark
GM, 141 posts
Thu 18 Mar 2021
at 08:22
  • msg #241

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

Good catch. I thought that had already been done.

Fixed. I left the stat block thread up so y'all can pick from them if y'all want to. After the decision is made, I'll move it.
This message was last edited by the GM at 08:29, Thu 18 Mar 2021.
Windhammer
Autobot Wrecker, 32 posts
Autobot
Sat 20 Mar 2021
at 00:03
  • msg #242

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

Oh! Is this starting again? Can I come?
Drumfire
Decepticon 3xchanger, 46 posts
Decepticon Enforcer
Sat 20 Mar 2021
at 01:10
  • msg #243

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

The Autobot Triple Changer.....
Windhammer
Autobot Wrecker, 33 posts
Autobot
Sat 20 Mar 2021
at 01:23
  • msg #244

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

... one in the hand is worth two in the Decepticons’
Gremlin
Decepticon Saboteur, 63 posts
Sat 20 Mar 2021
at 01:35
  • msg #245

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

You're all just guzzling too much Energon!
The All Spark
GM, 142 posts
Sat 20 Mar 2021
at 10:26
  • msg #246

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

In reply to Windhammer (msg # 242):

By yourself or with another. 3:)

Hop onboard. I'll probably give it till next weekend as the official restart. This'll give a better chance for new and old blood to join us.
Windhammer
Autobot Wrecker, 34 posts
Autobot
Sat 20 Mar 2021
at 17:04
  • msg #247

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

The All Spark:
In reply to Windhammer (msg # 242):

By yourself or with another. 3:)

Hop onboard. I'll probably give it till next weekend as the official restart. This'll give a better chance for new and old blood to join us.


Another?

Windhammer gets a friend?
The All Spark
GM, 145 posts
Sat 20 Mar 2021
at 23:36
  • msg #248

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

I'm a dirty old man. Excuse me.
Windhammer
Autobot Wrecker, 35 posts
Autobot
Sun 21 Mar 2021
at 18:13
  • msg #249

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

And here I was like “Ohh, headmaster?”

... but I understand now that would have only made things worse.... &#129400;
The All Spark
GM, 151 posts
Mon 22 Mar 2021
at 23:21
  • msg #250

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

I copied the Bots and Cons that haven't logged in yet. If I don't see anything from them by next weekend 27 Mar 2021.

Still need y'all to work on your NPCs. The Cons are up by 2 options with the Bots at 0.
Windhammer
Autobot Wrecker, 36 posts
Autobot
Tue 23 Mar 2021
at 16:28
  • msg #251

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

Are there limits to the NPCs? (Ie: appeared in a show/comic, or wholly new)? Also, do we write it out?
The All Spark
GM, 153 posts
Tue 23 Mar 2021
at 17:38
  • msg #252

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

In reply to Windhammer (msg # 251):

Your choice of new or established. If y'all want to give them some background or not, it's up to y'all, but at least stats and abilities should be decided.

Remember it's a potential if there's an imbalance. So just the bare bones should suffice
Drumfire
Decepticon 3xchanger, 54 posts
Decepticon Enforcer
Wed 24 Mar 2021
at 01:08
  • msg #253

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

The All Spark:
I copied the Bots and Cons that haven't logged in yet. If I don't see anything from them by next weekend 27 Mar 2021.

Still need y'all to work on your NPCs. The Cons are up by 2 options with the Bots at 0.



You can reassign them to yourself if you want without deleting them, and then just change the tag to NPC from what you have it so it moves to NPC grouping, you could just use their current tag in a bio then :)
The All Spark
GM, 155 posts
Wed 24 Mar 2021
at 10:14
  • msg #254

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

Yeah I probably could, but there are plenty of cannon examples I can pull from that they're not necessary. I'll still hold on to them in case I want to use them in the future. I just don't want to clutter up the cast with characters I might not ever use. Had that in another game and it was just annoying.
Windhammer
Autobot Wrecker, 37 posts
Autobot
Fri 26 Mar 2021
at 18:40
  • msg #255

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

Hmm,

Then I’ll put together some iteration of Sideswipe (likely G1, but game friendly).
Influx
Autobot Triplechange, 1 post
Sat 27 Mar 2021
at 23:41
  • msg #256

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

Hello everyone, I'm new to the game. Trying to figure out what I am going to do as I have an idea nd the All Spark proposed an idea that gave me an entire new one so waiting on answers to decide that.
Roughstrike
Autobot Recon, 30 posts
Sat 27 Mar 2021
at 23:45
  • msg #257

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

Welcome aboard.
Drumfire
Decepticon 3xchanger, 58 posts
Decepticon Enforcer
Sun 28 Mar 2021
at 01:32
  • msg #258

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

Another Autobot Triple Changer...they are breeding like Insecticons....

Welcome :)
This message was last edited by the player at 01:32, Sun 28 Mar 2021.
Influx
Autobot Triplechange, 2 posts
Sun 28 Mar 2021
at 01:34
  • msg #259

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

Well thats still up in the air for right now, and I am pretty sure I would be the first if I went down that path. But the other ideas that I have floating are just as interesting as what the triple changer would entail I can promise you that.
Drumfire
Decepticon 3xchanger, 59 posts
Decepticon Enforcer
Sun 28 Mar 2021
at 02:29
  • msg #260

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

Windhammer is a triple changer too :), but it's cool if you are another triple changer, no problem with that :). He just uses the Wrecker title because I assume he's a Wrecker as well...
The All Spark
GM, 158 posts
Sun 28 Mar 2021
at 12:41
  • msg #261

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

Like I tell my boss, I'm an ideas man. I never said they were good ideas.
Windhammer
Autobot Wrecker, 38 posts
Autobot
Sun 28 Mar 2021
at 14:35
  • msg #262

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

Yep.

He is a triplechanger, and operates as a Wrecker. And it fun and charming, too!
The All Spark
GM, 159 posts
Sun 28 Mar 2021
at 18:21
  • msg #263

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

Okay, I've got some new requests and a player that wants to change characters. I'm looking to restart this up by next Saturday. I know it's Easter weekend, so there will be no requirement to post that weekend. I'll just get the opening scene redescribed and will need initiative rolled before then.

Let's do this!
The All Spark
GM, 161 posts
Sun 28 Mar 2021
at 18:33
  • msg #264

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

Also, if anyone is interested, I'll be running a Gamma World game using Pathfinder rules.


Check it out here if it sounds interesting.

link to another game
Torque
Autobot Duocon, 1 post
Sun 28 Mar 2021
at 18:52
  • msg #265

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

Alright, here we go got the character concept all figured out and boy howdy is it an interesting one I hope you all enjoy.
Torque
Autobot Duocon, 2 posts
Sun 28 Mar 2021
at 19:26
  • msg #266

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

Oh and Windhammer think I got you beat for biggest of boys on the autobot side for now. :)
Windhammer
Autobot Wrecker, 39 posts
Autobot
Sun 28 Mar 2021
at 20:40
  • msg #267

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

Yeah, no contest on size.

But Windhammer’s gots the charm.
Torque
Autobot Duocon, 4 posts
Sun 28 Mar 2021
at 20:46
  • msg #268

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

We will see, we will see.
Torque
Autobot Duocon, 5 posts
Sun 28 Mar 2021
at 23:13
  • msg #269

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

I am so excited to get started, the sooner the better always loved transformers.
Drumfire
Decepticon 3xchanger, 60 posts
Decepticon Enforcer
Sun 28 Mar 2021
at 23:51
  • msg #270

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

Perihelion is bigger, he's the size of Trypticon :)
Torque
Autobot Duocon, 6 posts
Mon 29 Mar 2021
at 00:04
  • msg #271

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

Thats why I said biggest Autobot.
Windhammer
Autobot Wrecker, 40 posts
Autobot
Mon 29 Mar 2021
at 01:40
  • msg #272

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

In reply to Drumfire (msg # 270):

oh man! We should totally try and bring Perihelion to the good guys !!
Torque
Autobot Duocon, 7 posts
Mon 29 Mar 2021
at 01:47
  • msg #273

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

I mean lets be honest if the movie taught us anything it's that the autobots have better healthcare, they atleast tried to save optimus. Meanwhile in the land of the decepticons 'We need the shed some weight.' as they commence to throw all there injured members into deep space.
Gremlin
Decepticon Saboteur, 69 posts
Mon 29 Mar 2021
at 01:55
  • msg #274

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

Unless you're Waspinator.  He seems to be 100% immortal no matter what condition or care he ends up in.
Torque
Autobot Duocon, 8 posts
Mon 29 Mar 2021
at 01:55
  • msg #275

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

Yeah but he isn't a decepticon, he is a predicon.
Gremlin
Decepticon Saboteur, 70 posts
Mon 29 Mar 2021
at 01:59
  • msg #276

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

Six of one, half a dozen of the other.  Besides, he was a Decepticon for at least one episode when he was possessed by Starscream's roving immortal spark.
This message was last edited by the player at 01:59, Mon 29 Mar 2021.
Torque
Autobot Duocon, 9 posts
Mon 29 Mar 2021
at 02:36
  • msg #277

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

I'll give you that one, but I see that more as sad sad plot armor then a good health plan.
Gremlin
Decepticon Saboteur, 71 posts
Mon 29 Mar 2021
at 02:39
  • msg #278

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

Less plot armor and more "running gag".  It wasn't like Waspinator's resistance to being killed was ever a benefit to him, after all.

Then again, the Predacons did have healing hot tubs, which sounds way better than the usual restoration chambers the Maximals had...
Torque
Autobot Duocon, 10 posts
Mon 29 Mar 2021
at 02:53
  • msg #279

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

Yeah, but imagine the rules dino megs put into place. I bet there was like a point system and stuff that you had to follow to get to use them. Also I just realized I have a laser sword so I basically have the weapon the human used in the last 2 transformer movies, the sword that doubled as a gun.
Perihelion
Decepticon Spaceship, 31 posts
Mon 29 Mar 2021
at 02:58
  • msg #280

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

You could try, but Perihelion is already one of the good guys, not an autobot rebel, and is highly unlikely to need anything like healthcare.
This message was last edited by the player at 02:59, Mon 29 Mar 2021.
Torque
Autobot Duocon, 11 posts
Mon 29 Mar 2021
at 02:59
  • msg #281

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

Well when the gladiatorial fighters wanted to install there kind of government what did you expect would happen?
Perihelion
Decepticon Spaceship, 32 posts
Mon 29 Mar 2021
at 03:00
  • msg #282

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

I wouldn't say anyone was overly surprised, but Perihelion was very disappointed.
Torque
Autobot Duocon, 12 posts
Mon 29 Mar 2021
at 03:02
  • msg #283

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

I mean lets be honest when they announced they were called 'Decepticons' and you could trust them, someone in HR just facepalmed themselves to death.
Perihelion
Decepticon Spaceship, 33 posts
Mon 29 Mar 2021
at 03:07
  • msg #284

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

I assume it is just a sloppy translation for "Political Party" when read in English, where as Autobot is clearly "Worker's Party".
Torque
Autobot Duocon, 13 posts
Mon 29 Mar 2021
at 03:09
  • msg #285

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

I guess, still it's going to be some interesting fights if torque and Perihelion are on the same battlefield. It's going to be our Kong vs Godzilla moment.
Elegance
Autobot Noir, 57 posts
Spy Changer
"Keep calm and carry on."
Mon 29 Mar 2021
at 03:15
  • msg #286

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

"Autobot" rather nicely back-translates to "independent serfs" and "Decepticon" to "deceitful image".

Anyway, I'm making a new character, so I might a bit late to the party. But when I get there...!
Torque
Autobot Duocon, 14 posts
Mon 29 Mar 2021
at 03:16
  • msg #287

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

What you thinking of doing?
Windhammer
Autobot Wrecker, 41 posts
Autobot
Mon 29 Mar 2021
at 03:17
  • msg #288

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

In reply to Perihelion (msg # 284):

Autobot means the party you don’t wanna miss.
Slash
Dinobot, 1 post
Me slash!
Mon 29 Mar 2021
at 08:33
  • msg #289

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

Torque:
What you thinking of doing?


Me Slash!

It's a noun as well as a verb.
Torque
Autobot Duocon, 15 posts
Mon 29 Mar 2021
at 18:04
  • msg #290

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

Alright who left the spice changer locked in a room with old dinosaur themed shows and movies?
The All Spark
GM, 162 posts
Mon 29 Mar 2021
at 21:56
  • msg #291

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

Everyone remember to get your initiatives rolled. No roll means you forfeit your participation in the scene.
Gremlin
Decepticon Saboteur, 72 posts
Mon 29 Mar 2021
at 22:00
  • msg #292

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

Are we all individually getting our own initiative roll, as opposed to doing a team roll as determined by the faction leader?
The All Spark
GM, 163 posts
Mon 29 Mar 2021
at 22:06
  • msg #293

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

Yes, everyone rolls and then I'll average them. The team with the largest number gains initiative and a head start to the area. We're just resetting to just before the episode. So everything that happened before initiative rolled earlier is cannon with the little that happened afterwards is not. I'm going to be deleting those posts to reset so that you all get reminded as to what is going on.
The All Spark
GM, 168 posts
Mon 29 Mar 2021
at 23:15
  • msg #294

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

Okay, the game thread is updated, but the official start isn't til Saturday. You all can discuss in your private channels on what you wish to do, but please don't post til the 3rd in case we get more players. Fingers crossed.
Deadshot
Decepticon Jet, 1 post
Mon 29 Mar 2021
at 23:39
  • msg #295

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

I have a bad habit of meta-gaming from earlier posts especially when I'm joining a pbp half way through so I'll probably not read them. If I/we could get a recap from the GM?
The All Spark
GM, 170 posts
Tue 30 Mar 2021
at 00:16
  • msg #296

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

Basically, Megatron has sent a team to either destroy or gain control of a large haldron collider for use as either an energon supply or to keep it out of the Autobot's hands. Given the initiative roll, Teletran One received an SOS from the collider and Optimus has sent a team to stop them.

Given what the collider is, it's not difficult to deduce what the Decepticons are up to and scanner on Parihelion would detect the Autobots incoming. Normally this would require sensor rolls and the likes, but I'm hand waving this part so that we can have a warm up scenario to get everyone used to the system again or for the first time.
Torque
Autobot Duocon, 16 posts
Tue 30 Mar 2021
at 00:25
  • msg #297

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

So I gotta ask this, is slash a male or female dinobot? Because the fact that your a raptor reminded me of this figure Ive seen reviewed on youtube.


Torque
Autobot Duocon, 17 posts
Tue 30 Mar 2021
at 00:30
  • msg #298

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

Also just realized we are kind of more like G2 autobots and decepticons since there are almost even number of jets between the two groups, for now, which I feel was really a G2 thing or atleast not until the time of the aerial bots.
Windhammer
Autobot Wrecker, 43 posts
Autobot
Tue 30 Mar 2021
at 00:40
  • msg #299

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

I wouldn’t worry about the jet-to-jet ratio.

We just lost one of our key thinking people in Elegance. we’re all brawlers and bruisers now.
Gremlin
Decepticon Saboteur, 74 posts
Tue 30 Mar 2021
at 00:44
  • msg #300

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

[laughs maliciously in saboteur]
Torque
Autobot Duocon, 18 posts
Tue 30 Mar 2021
at 00:46
  • msg #301

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

I wouldn't say that, Torque has a few surprises up his sleeves for everyone. Also wonder how many people invested in air to air missles because I sure did.
Deadshot
Decepticon Jet, 3 posts
Tue 30 Mar 2021
at 01:26
  • msg #302

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

In reply to Torque (msg # 301):

I thought 'missiles - laser' covered it?
Torque
Autobot Duocon, 19 posts
Tue 30 Mar 2021
at 01:38
  • msg #303

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

They do, but the air to air missiles give me +1 success against a flying target, they also have blast instead of radius which I don't know if that is better but aside from that I like the free +1 success I have a laser cannon for ground strafing.
Slash
Dinobot, 3 posts
Me slash!
Tue 30 Mar 2021
at 01:48
  • msg #304

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

Slash is a feminine Dinobot. Maybe not that feminine, but yeah.

Windhammer:
We just lost one of our key thinking people in Elegance. we’re all brawlers and bruisers now.

Oops. I went a full 180 from smart and sophisticated E-Type Spy Changer to a dumb hack-and-slash Dinobot. I hope that wasn't a problem.

Gremlin:
[laughs maliciously in saboteur]

[gnashes teeth in raptor]
Windhammer
Autobot Wrecker, 44 posts
Autobot
Tue 30 Mar 2021
at 01:50
  • msg #305

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

In reply to Slash (msg # 304):

Worried? Nah. Worry requires planning.
Slash
Dinobot, 4 posts
Me slash!
Tue 30 Mar 2021
at 01:52
  • msg #306

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

Planning is for people who can't react and adapt quickly to changing circumstances anyway.
Windhammer
Autobot Wrecker, 46 posts
Autobot
Tue 30 Mar 2021
at 02:01
  • msg #307

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

In reply to Slash (msg # 306):

We have an accord.
The All Spark
GM, 171 posts
Tue 30 Mar 2021
at 13:11
  • msg #308

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

Oops! I miss counted in my rush to get things started. The number will be adjusted once the last Decepticon either rolls initiative or they don't post at all.

Rule 3 in action
Windhammer
Autobot Wrecker, 49 posts
Autobot
Tue 30 Mar 2021
at 15:08
  • msg #309

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

out of curiosity, do the Autobots have a land bridge?
Drumfire
Decepticon 3xchanger, 67 posts
Decepticon Enforcer
Tue 30 Mar 2021
at 15:11
  • msg #310

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

You aren't allowed to use it...even if you have it.
We already inquired about using a space bridge and Starscream wouldn't let us saying it would destabilize the collider and destroy most of Europe in the explosion...
Windhammer
Autobot Wrecker, 50 posts
Autobot
Tue 30 Mar 2021
at 15:20
  • msg #311

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

In reply to Drumfire (msg # 310):

Thanks for sharing Starscream’s risk tolerance. :-P

We’ll see what Prime says, though.
Deadshot
Decepticon Jet, 6 posts
Wed 31 Mar 2021
at 01:07
  • msg #312

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

Sorry about the delay!
Torque
Autobot Duocon, 28 posts
Wed 31 Mar 2021
at 01:15
  • msg #313

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

In reply to Drumfire (msg # 310):

But isn't the land bridge different then the space bridge?
Torque
Autobot Duocon, 30 posts
Wed 31 Mar 2021
at 02:12
  • msg #314

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

Well I am in a good mood today, got a call from a job I applied for and got to make some good chili for dinner. I am so excited to get this game started and hope everyone is having a great day as well.
The All Spark
GM, 173 posts
Wed 31 Mar 2021
at 23:41
  • msg #315

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

Not to bad. Slid into work with minutes to spare before I would be forced to take a lunch. So long as I keep it under 12 hours, I can just go home and I'd rather just head home. Rained for most of the day, but it wasn't terrible.
Deadshot
Decepticon Jet, 8 posts
Thu 1 Apr 2021
at 12:47
  • msg #316

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

In reply to The All Spark (msg # 315):

looking at the game system, its pretty much just pure randomness, you roll a d10 and hope that its over/under your relelvant stat. There isnt any modifiers to the die roll outcome, how does one actually influence the chance of success of a roll through character improvement?
Drumfire
Decepticon 3xchanger, 69 posts
Decepticon Enforcer
Thu 1 Apr 2021
at 12:59
  • msg #317

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

There is an experience system, but I must admit it doesn't really explain how to use your points.

From discussions with the GM before you can use the points to add additional technologies to yourself, upgrade existing weapons, or add new weapons. It's unclear if you can use it to approve stats though.

Since the game is meant to I think largley emulate G1 keep in mind that there is relatively little change in skill over millions of years of these characters though. Thus it is somewhat true to source I think.

Oh and we are allowed to get Minicons if we find them...
The All Spark
GM, 175 posts
Thu 1 Apr 2021
at 16:55
  • msg #318

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

This is what it says in the rules on pg 70:

Points
The points allotted to a character at character
creation are the average between the Robot.Mode’s
scores in Skill and Courage, rounded up. Points are
used to buy Weapons, Technological upgrades, and
admittance into Subgroups. Points can also be spent
to increase Statistics, with 1 point equalling 0.5 of a
Stat in one Mode. A character may choose to have no
Subgroup, and spend all their points in Technology,
or have no Weapon and extra Technology, or they
may choose to have none of these and increase their
Stats, and so on and so forth.

pg 83 discusses how to gain extra points and has a cut off of 10 points that can ever be achieved. I feel this is limiting, and I am brainstorming ways to make advancement better.

Right now I'm allowing weapons to be changed out between episodes for free so I'm thinking that you can increase stats and weapon values in specific ways, but I haven't finalized anything yet.

What I'm thinking is that you can upgrade a stat by spending the value of the stat in points +1 so a Strength of 5 can be increase to 6 if you spend 6 points that you've earned through episodes. I'm also thinking about "feats" but not sure what to actually call this, but it would give bonuses to certain attacks or maneuvers.
This message was last edited by the GM at 16:57, Thu 01 Apr 2021.
Torque
Autobot Duocon, 34 posts
Thu 1 Apr 2021
at 17:50
  • msg #319

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

Also if you look at some weapons they give you modifiers to hit. Like the air-air, air-ground and ground-ground missles all give you an auto success when used against the proper target.
The All Spark
GM, 176 posts
Thu 1 Apr 2021
at 18:14
  • msg #320

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

I don't like auto success, it might be instead a minus to the roll vs specific targets instead. Auto damage, in my experience, causes some players to rely on that attack exclusively.
Perihelion
Decepticon Spaceship, 37 posts
Thu 1 Apr 2021
at 18:27
  • msg #321

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

In theory auto hit missiles will run out of ammo fairly quickly.  If you require them to be purchased with points after every use they won't be used very heavily.
Windhammer
Autobot Wrecker, 56 posts
Autobot
Thu 1 Apr 2021
at 18:36
  • msg #322

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

Conversely, the game makes blaster shots seem more limited than the old cartoon did, at least in theory. Having terrible accuracy aside.
Torque
Autobot Duocon, 35 posts
Thu 1 Apr 2021
at 18:38
  • msg #323

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

It's not an auto hit, I think the way it works is say I go to shoot the missle in my jet mode which has a Firepower of 7 I roll 7d10 looking for 7's or less to count as a sucess, the air to X missle just giving me an extra one, then someone rolls there endurance with an additional die if they have defence and there success's negate mine so if I have 4 and they have 2 then I hit and do damage. Atleast thats what I was thinking it would be, as it makes a little more sense in my head to do it like that.
Torque
Autobot Duocon, 36 posts
Thu 1 Apr 2021
at 18:44
  • msg #324

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

And then every crit, which is to say when you roll the number of the skill on the die, counts as 2 success's so there is a chance that someone with a lower skill can beat a person with a higher skill, or just defend themselves.
Torque
Autobot Duocon, 37 posts
Sat 3 Apr 2021
at 06:32
  • msg #325

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

Well I was going to sleep tonight, but I get paranoid when I am home alone and as I was coming back to my room from the bathroom I heard a noise that spooked me and ran to my room. In the process of doing that I took the turn into my room a little wide and slammed definitely my little toe and probably the one next to it into the door frame. I heard a pop and am pretty sure I just broke my little toe, I am in a surprising amount of pain now and am wide awake.
Slash
Dinobot, 11 posts
Me Slash!
Sat 3 Apr 2021
at 06:35
  • msg #326

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

Ouch! Get some help!
Torque
Autobot Duocon, 38 posts
Sat 3 Apr 2021
at 06:39
  • msg #327

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

It's 2 in the morning where I am, I should be fine it's just the pinky toe. It hurts but thats why man invented pain killers, I really blame myself for being an adult male whose hyperactive brain still gets the better of him and makes him so paranoid his 6'3" frame has to run to his room like a child.
Deadshot
Decepticon Jet, 9 posts
Sat 3 Apr 2021
at 06:39
  • msg #328

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

waiting for game (re)start!
The All Spark
GM, 177 posts
Sat 3 Apr 2021
at 12:15
  • msg #329

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

Let's get this done!
Drumfire
Decepticon 3xchanger, 72 posts
Decepticon Enforcer
Sat 3 Apr 2021
at 22:26
  • msg #330

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

You can configure the die roller so it is secret for everyone since you seem to want that :)
Perihelion
Decepticon Spaceship, 40 posts
Sun 4 Apr 2021
at 01:02
  • msg #331

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

Generally better to do them secret when you have any sort of competition between people who can read each other's rolls.
The All Spark
GM, 182 posts
Sun 4 Apr 2021
at 09:46
  • msg #332

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

In reply to Drumfire (msg # 330):

Done. When it comes to direct combat, then rolls shouldn't be secret to help the other players bounce off those numbers and keep the flow of combat moving. I'll put together a generic combat post in the Campaign Background thread for easy reference.

Which is now done
This message was last edited by the GM at 10:03, Sun 04 Apr 2021.
Downdraft
Autobot Seaplane, 1 post
Sun 4 Apr 2021
at 18:07
  • msg #333

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

I'm your Autobot warrior that's as much concerned about the beauty of the planet as he is winning the war.
Torque
Autobot Duocon, 41 posts
Sun 4 Apr 2021
at 18:10
  • msg #334

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

In reply to Downdraft (msg # 333):

So your Beachcomber?
Downdraft
Autobot Seaplane, 2 posts
Sun 4 Apr 2021
at 19:52
  • msg #335

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

Beachcomber?
Torque
Autobot Duocon, 42 posts
Sun 4 Apr 2021
at 19:57
  • msg #336

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

He was a G1 autobot that turned into a beach buggy that had 'a hard time reconciling his love of peace and freedom for all creatures with the need to combat those who threaten it.' as per the wiki. Not a bad thing just reminded me of him.
Downdraft
Autobot Seaplane, 3 posts
Sun 4 Apr 2021
at 20:10
  • msg #337

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

I just read the wiki.  I'm less liable to retreat from the battle, and if I find something to help, I'm more likely to mention it.

However, I'll do what I can to divert the battle away from any abject beauty it's endangering.
Slash
Dinobot, 14 posts
Me Slash!
Sun 4 Apr 2021
at 23:14
  • msg #338

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

Welcome to the crew!
Windhammer
Autobot Wrecker, 61 posts
Autobot
Mon 5 Apr 2021
at 00:45
  • msg #339

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

Downdraft:
However, I'll do what I can to divert the battle away from any abject beauty it's endangering.


At this point, it may be easier to go in blindfolded?

Also, welcome!
Downdraft
Autobot Seaplane, 4 posts
Mon 5 Apr 2021
at 20:33
  • msg #340

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

Thank you all for the welcomes!

I was told I missed episode 1, so I'll wait for the GM to say that I can post in the Autobot HQ.
The All Spark
GM, 187 posts
Mon 5 Apr 2021
at 22:59
  • msg #341

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

Plus the Decepticons are already at a disadvantage of 1 so sorry you have to sit out this one. We can do a solo thread if you would like to flesh out your character a little.
Roughstrike
Autobot Recon, 35 posts
Size:3
Mon 5 Apr 2021
at 23:05
  • msg #342

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

What size is Slash?
Torque
Autobot Duocon, 43 posts
Mon 5 Apr 2021
at 23:15
  • msg #343

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

Small enough I can throw her like a baseball in my robot mode, and probably small enough that she can ride my jeep mode all be it percariously.
Downdraft
Autobot Seaplane, 5 posts
Mon 5 Apr 2021
at 23:46
  • msg #344

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

A solo thread could be fun All Spark.
Slash
Dinobot, 16 posts
Me Slash!
Tue 6 Apr 2021
at 08:30
  • msg #345

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

Small, Legends class. Size 2 in body, Size 8 in heart. :D

My alt-mode is a paleaontologically appropriate Utahraptor, as tall as a human, so probably almost twice human height in robot mode, like a G1 Bumblebee.
Roughstrike
Autobot Recon, 36 posts
Size:3
Tue 6 Apr 2021
at 09:04
  • msg #346

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

Cool.  Was wondering if she'd be able to ride a size 3 Stealth Tank.
Slash
Dinobot, 17 posts
Me Slash!
Tue 6 Apr 2021
at 09:10
  • msg #347

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

Probably precariously like Torque said, like those old G1 shots of one Transformer stuffed uncomfortably inside another. For your alt-mode, I suppose she could hang on top with a good claw-grip. Or, more likely, just standing up and surfing like a boss.
Drumfire
Decepticon 3xchanger, 77 posts
Decepticon Enforcer
Tue 6 Apr 2021
at 13:49
  • msg #348

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

Torque:
Small enough I can throw her like a baseball in my robot mode, and probably small enough that she can ride my jeep mode all be it percariously.


Hey this isn't the X-Men no Fastball Specials :)
Torque
Autobot Duocon, 44 posts
Tue 6 Apr 2021
at 18:13
  • msg #349

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

In reply to Drumfire (msg # 348):

Hey it's not my fault you don't have a knife set with legs that is more then happy to be chucked at the enemy.
The All Spark
GM, 189 posts
Tue 6 Apr 2021
at 22:14
  • msg #350

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

Now I'm picturing a smallish female robot being thrown and then transforming mid arc into a reptilian Ginsu. lol
Torque
Autobot Duocon, 45 posts
Tue 6 Apr 2021
at 23:14
  • msg #351

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

I mean it's that or a lizard transforming into a sword/claw wielding fire breathing female robot with the urge and want to recreate every slap chop commercial on a decepticons face.
Slash
Dinobot, 19 posts
Me Slash!
Wed 7 Apr 2021
at 07:00
  • msg #352

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

I did describe myself as a weaponised cutlery drawer after all. :D

Though I had to remove my bite attack as it was redundant with claws and my Small size. The only bot here it would've been good against is Gremlin – and I did give serious consideration to saving it specially for Gremlin. :p
Gremlin
Decepticon Saboteur, 83 posts
Wed 7 Apr 2021
at 08:28
  • msg #353

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

Who, me?  But I'm harmless!  I don't even have a gun!  D:

I'm actually highly amused by the fact that, after all's said and done, a Human could probably take Gremlin in a fist fight in terms of numerical stats.  ^^;  She is adorably weak as far as combat is concerned.
This message was last edited by the player at 08:28, Wed 07 Apr 2021.
Windhammer
Autobot Wrecker, 64 posts
Autobot
Wed 7 Apr 2021
at 12:37
  • msg #354

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

Why am I getting a vision, though, of Gremlin and Slash’s first encounter being something comedically chaotic, like:

Gremlin:” I’m going ro destroy these computers so you have no evidence and - what are you doing?”
Slash: “Smashing computers so you no destroy them!”
Gremlin: “But we needed them... You know what, this is better. I was going to destroy the power delimiters, next. No, that one over there.”
Torque
Autobot Duocon, 47 posts
Wed 7 Apr 2021
at 18:10
  • msg #355

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

I love that it seems us larger bots have taken to patting Slash, just so funny.
Windhammer
Autobot Wrecker, 65 posts
Autobot
Wed 7 Apr 2021
at 18:29
  • msg #356

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

Shh! You’ll give away our secret weapon!
Torque
Autobot Duocon, 48 posts
Wed 7 Apr 2021
at 18:44
  • msg #357

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

But it's how we make her 'Claw decepticon eyes out' angry right?
Torque
Autobot Duocon, 49 posts
Wed 7 Apr 2021
at 22:22
  • msg #358

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

Alright I have to ask this, All Spark did you include beachcomber in Downdrafts thread because I brought him up?
The All Spark
GM, 198 posts
Wed 7 Apr 2021
at 22:57
  • msg #359

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

Half and half. Given his background, it just made sense to have the two hip, I mean beat. . .  I mean natural beauty lovers together.

;)
The All Spark
GM, 199 posts
Thu 8 Apr 2021
at 21:30
  • msg #360

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

I am having a RL issue that will prevent me from posting today. See y'all tomorrow.
Slash
Dinobot, 21 posts
Me Slash!
Tue 13 Apr 2021
at 12:49
  • msg #361

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

Okay, poaching and smuggling endangered animals is a serious crime, you don't have to tell me, I'm Australian. But surely Doubledealer could, I dunno, do better?
Windhammer
Autobot Wrecker, 67 posts
Autobot
Tue 13 Apr 2021
at 13:23
  • msg #362

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

Shockwave found some alien goo...
The All Spark
GM, 208 posts
Wed 14 Apr 2021
at 07:28
  • msg #363

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

In reply to Slash (msg # 361):

DD is a mercenary. Only money/energon motivates him.

Sorry guys, work has been a bear this week, but, since I can only work a certain amount of hours, I should have a but more time tonight.
Windhammer
Autobot Wrecker, 70 posts
Autobot
Thu 15 Apr 2021
at 15:41
  • msg #364

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

I just had a question, how would we handle a communications hack? Should we manage it.

Well 2, really. Is the deception one written in-character, or OOC?
The All Spark
GM, 212 posts
Fri 16 Apr 2021
at 08:30
  • msg #365

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

I would PM what you "hear" to you in the main story thread and then it would be up to you to relay that information.

Most are in character with some OCC, but you wouldn't see it anyway.
The All Spark
GM, 213 posts
Fri 16 Apr 2021
at 08:32
  • msg #366

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

Some things have come up, of course, but they can be managed. My son's computer died and he'll need to borough my laptop for two weeks till he's finished with college. What this means is that, I wouldn't be able to do maps at least till then. This shouldn't be an issue, but just bare with me and it'll be over sooner than we realize.
Windhammer
Autobot Wrecker, 71 posts
Autobot
Fri 16 Apr 2021
at 13:26
  • msg #367

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

In reply to The All Spark (msg # 365):

Thanks. It was more to get a sense of how it’s used by the other side. For the exact content... I’ll just have to make a second PC...
The All Spark
GM, 215 posts
Sun 18 Apr 2021
at 13:43
  • msg #368

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

We're going to get this thing going roughly 4 pm my time, in about 6 hours from now.
Torque
Autobot Duocon, 53 posts
Sun 18 Apr 2021
at 19:19
  • msg #369

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

This is going to get interesting when the two big bots start to throw down, quick someone que up some pacific rim music!
The All Spark
GM, 220 posts
Mon 19 Apr 2021
at 00:00
  • msg #370

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

Until you are detected, try to keep movements in PMs to me in the main thread.
Slash
Dinobot, 24 posts
Me Slash!
Mon 19 Apr 2021
at 08:10
  • msg #371

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

I looked up the area we arrived in on the map. It looks lovely. Too bad we'll probably end up wrecking the place. Sorry Downdraft.
https://www.google.com/search?...biw=1721&bih=990

Hey, All Spark, maybe you could set up the Language Groups for Autobot and Decepticon teams, so we can send secret messages to each other without a lot of private lines or switching to a separate thread?
The All Spark
GM, 224 posts
Mon 19 Apr 2021
at 12:31
  • msg #372

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

That's a good idea Slash. Thanks.

[Language unknown: La ofiv ol ove encme, acneol u Thitinvir.
]

[Language unknown: Pr os ss chhou la, witoushou n Poniseadno.]
This message was last edited by the GM at 12:35, Mon 19 Apr 2021.
Deadshot
Decepticon Jet, 15 posts
Mon 19 Apr 2021
at 12:48
  • msg #373

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

In reply to The All Spark (msg # 372):

[Language unknown:  Me fi ulati ck ter, peadek te Ilomun.
]


Is what I can read.
Perihelion
Decepticon Spaceship, 50 posts
Mon 19 Apr 2021
at 14:44
  • msg #374

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

The language code is good for transmissions we should know about, but not be able to read clearly, the groups can also use a private setting that is only posted to those in the group and better for OOC or undetectable communication.
The All Spark
GM, 227 posts
Tue 20 Apr 2021
at 22:52
  • msg #375

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

Guys, please don't do posts as private messages. It starts a PM that isn't in the story thread. This makes it much easier on me, thanks.
Windhammer
Autobot Wrecker, 73 posts
Autobot
Tue 20 Apr 2021
at 23:14
  • msg #376

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

Yeah, that was my bad. I clicked the wrong button. Sorry.
The All Spark
GM, 230 posts
Thu 22 Apr 2021
at 23:14
  • msg #377

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

Only waiting on Deadshot and Drumfire.

Any Decepticon can tell Antimatter what to do, y'all don't have to wait for the controller to post.
Deadshot
Decepticon Jet, 16 posts
Fri 23 Apr 2021
at 08:23
  • msg #378

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

In reply to The All Spark (msg # 377):

What do you need me to do sorry?

Also I can see the messages private to group autobot is this correct?
This message was last edited by the player at 08:24, Fri 23 Apr 2021.
The All Spark
GM, 231 posts
Sat 24 Apr 2021
at 11:54
  • msg #379

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

Post in the Opening Scene thread. link to a message in this game

Thanks for making me away, I had accidently switched you and Downdraft. lol
This message was last edited by the GM at 11:55, Sat 24 Apr 2021.
Deadshot
Decepticon Jet, 17 posts
Sat 24 Apr 2021
at 23:46
  • msg #380

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

In reply to The All Spark (msg # 379):

I was landed amongst the AA batteries, can I see the autobots coming out of the land bridge?
The All Spark
GM, 233 posts
Mon 26 Apr 2021
at 22:13
  • msg #381

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

In reply to Deadshot (msg # 380):

Roll a Surveillance or Intelligence check. If you're just going to stay put, then post that up so I know that nothing has changed.
The All Spark
GM, 234 posts
Wed 28 Apr 2021
at 13:21
  • msg #382

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

My son is graduating this weekend from college, so I won't be able to post again until Monday the 3rd of May.
Torque
Autobot Duocon, 55 posts
Thu 29 Apr 2021
at 06:58
  • msg #383

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

You know whats weird, I just watched the RT Gen:Lock series and now I am strangely wishing that there was a game that kind of was a mix of mostly free form with some dice rolls where people play recruits/soldiers in a futuristic society with military robots. Think it might be fun, though these are the ramblings of someone who is in need of sleep.
Torque
Autobot Duocon, 56 posts
Tue 4 May 2021
at 02:18
  • msg #384

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

So All Spark do you just want us Autobots to post our next actions and go from there or are we still waiting on the decepticons?
The All Spark
GM, 236 posts
Wed 5 May 2021
at 23:39
  • msg #385

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

I'm going to do a recap and then we'll start the next round. Work has been a bear since I took a day off at the beginning of our work week. As a truck driver, I'm only allowed 60 hours in a week to work on the clock which averages to 12 hours a day. Taking a day off moves this to 15 hours a day, and, since I can only legally work 14 in a day, they are using and abusing me. lol

My workweek starts on Fridays, because Mondays and Fridays are our busiest days and this resets our hours on Thursday. It's rather intelligent I must say.

Thus I'll be delayed in advancing the story along, but I'm going to try to get it done. Just don't be surprised if it isn't til the weekend.
Slash
Dinobot, 25 posts
Me Slash!
Thu 6 May 2021
at 01:24
  • msg #386

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

Okay, no worries, I can wait. Okay, Slash can't, but I can. :)

<wonders what kind of Optimus Prime our GM drives, hmm>
The All Spark
GM, 237 posts
Thu 6 May 2021
at 23:37
  • msg #387

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

All of them are either cab overs or have a sleeper. I drive a day cab, aka that large block on the back doesn't exist, but looks like the Optimus from the Bayverse. It looks a little like Onslaught's cab to be honest.


The All Spark
GM, 240 posts
Wed 12 May 2021
at 08:30
  • msg #388

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

Sorry for my delay, work had been a bear with the fuel crud going on in the east coast. Everyone is doing everything trying to make sure it gets out and it's blarg. Hopefully I'll have time tonight to do an update.
Torque
Autobot Duocon, 57 posts
38 HP
38 ENG
Sat 15 May 2021
at 05:29
  • msg #389

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

If your alt mode gives you +1d in Dash do you get dash if you don't have it as long as your in that mode? I am a gunner so don't have dash normally.
Perihelion
Decepticon Spaceship, 52 posts
Sat 15 May 2021
at 07:26
  • msg #390

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

Dash is not cumulative with flight, even if you fly in your robot mode you have to choose which type of action to take.
The All Spark
GM, 241 posts
Sat 15 May 2021
at 11:26
  • msg #391

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

+1d Gain: What the Alt.Mode can do regardless of Function or Alt.Mode restrictions while in the Alt.Mode. If it is normally restricted then the Action simply becomes available. If the Action is already available then this adds that many more dice (+d) to rolling for success.

So you may dash in an alt mode that gives it to you in that alt mode only, but you don't get the bonus die.

Okay, given work requirements, going forward, what I'd like to do is post on the weekend the main group's results of their actions. This means its imperative that, to keep things from stalling for more than a week, everyone needs to get their posts up even if they aren't going to do anything but wait.
This message was last edited by the GM at 11:28, Sat 15 May 2021.
The All Spark
GM, 243 posts
Sat 15 May 2021
at 11:42
  • msg #392

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

With that we are still missing actions from a couple of people. I will wait til tomorrow. If no posts, then I'll assume they are doing nothing.
The All Spark
GM, 245 posts
Mon 17 May 2021
at 05:43
  • msg #393

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

I messed up. I had been playing that Defense rolls would reduce damage, it doesn't. If you took more than your attacher and less than your Endurance, you avoid the attack. If you don't, you take the damage unless you have a technology that says different.
The All Spark
GM, 247 posts
Sun 23 May 2021
at 20:46
  • msg #394

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

I guess with only two posters in the main thread all week, this game just isn't going to take off. I blame myself, I thought I would have more time, but with work and me going back to the gym to get rid of my covid 40, I just haven't been the GM y'all need. This is an interesting system and I hope y'all get a chance to play in again at another time.

Best of wishes.
Torque
Autobot Duocon, 59 posts
38 HP
37 ENG
Sun 23 May 2021
at 21:38
  • msg #395

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

Hey I am still here and I am more then happy to put the game on pause for a bit till everyone gets there schedules more set once more. So I say give it a month before deleting it.
Downdraft
Autobot Seaplane, 23 posts
23/19 HP
15/18 Energon
Sun 23 May 2021
at 22:03
  • msg #396

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

I'm sorry you are thinking of deleting the game.  Maybe another advertisement for applicants would help?  I'd hate to see the game go down without a fight.
Slash
Dinobot, 28 posts
Me Slash!
Mon 24 May 2021
at 02:14
  • msg #397

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

Things have seemed slow across RPOL lately: most of my games have been going once a week, and slowness begets slowness, so I wouldn't take it as an issue with this game in particular. A casual pace is okay if we're all on board with it. And I can be patient.

But otherwise, thanks for the fun, however fleeting. :)
The All Spark
GM, 248 posts
Mon 24 May 2021
at 09:50
  • msg #398

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

In reply to Downdraft (msg # 396):

I'll try it Saturday. That seems to be the best time to get eyes at least. Been the most successful anytime I've advertised a game before.
Torque
Autobot Duocon, 60 posts
38 HP
37 ENG
Tue 25 May 2021
at 05:50
  • msg #399

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

I would say what you might want to do, even though it sounds weird, is either have everyone play one faction(Autobots or Decepticons). Or keep the groups separate so posting doesn't get to bogged down with people waiting for other players, like have the autobots on cybertron fighting as the resistance against the decepticon forces there while the decepticons are on earth dealing with autobots, doesn't have to be the main cannon bots, that way your in control of the opposite faction so only one or two people are not posting but combat is continuing instead of what has happened with most of the people involved not being able to post which is making it a little awkward for combat since there is really only one decepticon to fight so either he gets 2 or 3 on 1'd or several people have to sit out the fight to do various other things.
Windhammer
Autobot Wrecker, 76 posts
Autobot
Thu 27 May 2021
at 00:19
  • msg #400

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

I’m with the general slow-down.

Me personally, I’m having trouble playing WH as written, which is slowing me down.

Screwing up the names of everything has been fun, but he was supposed to be quick to fight, and he’s mellowed.


EDIT: There’s a solution somewhere. Just saying it’s not slapped me hard in the face, so I’m not... Moving fast?
This message was last edited by the player at 13:07, Thu 27 May 2021.
The All Spark
GM, 250 posts
Sat 29 May 2021
at 14:47
  • msg #401

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

I put out the advert, but I'm thinking this might be better if it was paired down. Maybe 2 against NPCs?

What do y'all think?
Windhammer
Autobot Wrecker, 77 posts
Autobot
Sat 29 May 2021
at 15:37
  • msg #402

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

Mayhaps!
Perihelion
Decepticon Spaceship, 54 posts
Sat 29 May 2021
at 16:57
  • msg #403

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

I don't have any preference one way or the other, but play by post games have a lot of extra trouble with the 'reaction' type rolls, so it may be a good idea for you to do any dodging or endurance rolls for us, or we can post them privately to you in advance, so we don't need to each post two or more times per round in a confusing pattern.

Pattern is another problem, you don't want everyone waiting on one person to post, so we should have a clear 'round # summary' post from you, then everyone posts their own actions, and you sort out what happens for the next summary.
The All Spark
GM, 251 posts
Sun 30 May 2021
at 10:31
  • msg #404

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

In reply to Perihelion (msg # 403):

That's kind of what I've been doing. Everyone just post up what you want to do, add in defense roll for the just in case as a PM to me, and I'll summarize, but I need more than 3 people out of 8 to post
Torque
Autobot Duocon, 61 posts
38 HP
37 ENG
Sun 30 May 2021
at 14:51
  • msg #405

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

Sorry had life kind of get in the way but I am back, how far from Perihelion am I?
The All Spark
GM, 252 posts
Sun 30 May 2021
at 18:45
  • msg #406

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

You would roughly be one square (8 areas) away though Perihelion fired upon you just as you started getting closer.
Torque
Autobot Duocon, 62 posts
38 HP
37 ENG
Mon 31 May 2021
at 03:47
  • msg #407

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

I will post tuesday, gotta work memorial day but off tuesday and wensday.
The All Spark
GM, 255 posts
Fri 4 Jun 2021
at 08:30
  • msg #408

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

Don't forget to get y'all's actions in so I can update the story.

Yesterday was rough, I ended up working 13 hours and have a 6 o'clock starting time so fun!
Drumfire
Decepticon 3xchanger, 80 posts
Decepticon Enforcer
Fri 4 Jun 2021
at 14:06
  • msg #409

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

I think I'd need to be able to see the correct thread to post in it unless I'm not there?
The All Spark
GM, 256 posts
Sat 5 Jun 2021
at 10:19
  • msg #410

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

I set it as a notice so it's near the top link to a message in this game
The All Spark
GM, 259 posts
Sun 13 Jun 2021
at 23:33
  • msg #411

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

I had to take the boys to a ballgame today, so I'm beat. I will get up early to get a post off in the AM and check the main story thread for advancement
The All Spark
GM, 262 posts
Wed 16 Jun 2021
at 10:50
  • msg #412

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

Sorry guys. Work and other obligations just got in the way the last two days, but I should have a reprieve this evening if all goes well
The All Spark
GM, 264 posts
Thu 17 Jun 2021
at 10:31
  • msg #413

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

Things are looking a little better. Still need Torque to roll his Defense to try and beat Perihelion's attack or take the damage.
Torque
Autobot Duocon, 64 posts
38 HP
37 ENG
Fri 18 Jun 2021
at 00:46
  • msg #414

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

Sorry that was my bad I took the damage, rolled two 4's to his 6. Rolled better in secret rolls but I don't take anything if it's not seen by everyone bad or good.
The All Spark
GM, 266 posts
Fri 18 Jun 2021
at 09:58
  • msg #415

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

Okay, please include the rolls in your post in the future so that things aren't held up. I'll get a post up tonight to move things along, so if you haven't posted yet, git 'er done!!
Turbulence
Decepticon Seeker, 1 post
Sun 1 Aug 2021
at 22:36
  • msg #416

Re: The Cybertronian Web - OCC

Please remove me from this game. Thank you...
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