I think it's awesome you're telegraphing for possible future problems. As a DM, I have no problem with PvP conflicts, as long as they serve the story and no one's actual feelings are getting hurt. Inter-party conflict can be wonderful for story drama, as long as everyone's having fun.

All right. Posts are up! It would be helpful if you quoted the post having to do with your thread in your response. I think that'll help us all keep them straight. But, just the previous post. We don't need the whole thread in the quote.

In reply to The Vicious Shadow (msg # 6):

Lax.

Please see GMs post just prior to this one and edit your in character post to reflect the GMs request.

Also, Lax.

We don't carry badges.  We have gone through a ritual upon entering the BRHD that provided us a magical mantle:



The moment the kobold saw you he knew you were from the BRHD.

Edited.

Damn, I really wanted to flash a badge like an FBI agent :D

I mean, Lax could have made himself a badge if it makes him feel any more important,  it would simply be overkill given they'd already know who you were.

I also have no problem with the Mantle having created some physical manifestation on Lax's body, if you want something to flash.

Wait...

Just flash the manifestation. If you flash anything else, it may bring the Realm's police down on your head.

I'm going to be posting later tonight, so if anyone hasn't gotten a post in, yet, and wants me to reply to it later, you've only got a few hours left!

Hey, all, a question came up in PM about using different Ability Scores in skill rolls. I want to let everyone know that I am in favor of doing so, when the fiction clearly suggests it's appropriate. I like the shorthand of every skill being tied to a specific Ability. That makes for easier rolling of skills. I say, "Give me a Climb roll," and you know you're adding your STR; there's no cause for discussion, arguing or slowing down the game.

But, sometimes, another Ability fits the fiction better. If you feel that's the case, shoot me a PM and I'll give you the 'official' yay or nay.

Also, this seems like a good time to bring up Synergy bonuses. I love them. I hope you're using the ones listed in the PHB. BUT! I am also a fan of asking for Synergy bonuses. If you're rolling a skill and have at least 5 ranks in a skill you feel would assist you, (again) shoot me a PM and I'll let you know if I think it is appropriate.

Are there guidelines as to what we are able to do as far as interactions with civilians who impede our investigations.

Is it a criminal offense to block us from chasing down a lead.

For example: the man at the gate of Billmore Lastcollar's estate.  If he prevents Kraken from making contact with the man, is Kraken within his rights and authorized to remove the obstacle (causing physical harm if necessary? arresting him for obstruction?)?

I don't think there are guidelines, as such. There's probably a "Don't make too many problems for us" directive from the leadership of the BRHD, but that's likely as far as it goes. And I certainly don't think you all are empowered to make arrests. You have no authority over the citizens of the Realm; your bailiwick deals with the monsters who threaten the Realm.

I imagine results speak for themselves. The higher ups will go to bat for you if you get results. If you end up causing problems just for fun, that's when the problems for you start happening.

Has Ludovic showed any sign of life? If you want, I can invite a friend or two.

He fell ill shortly after the game started and hasn't been able to post.

I will post in the morning.

I'm also in talks with a member of my extended family who's expressed interest in the game. He may be working up a character this weekend to join.

Awesome!

I apologize for being away for so long. The first half of this week was incredibly busy for me.

But, I'm back and excited to keep moving!

Sorry for taking so long... vacations.

Oh, what a week! Work and life has kept me incredibly busy and tired, this week. I'll update today.

This next week is looking pretty busy, as well, but I'm off Thursday and Friday for Thanksgiving. I hope to be able to update the game at least a couple times this week.

Just to be sure... the group that has gone to help the ill worker is not the same group that was talking to Lax, right?

GM, could you roll a Gather Info Check for Ludovic please.

The workers rushing over to help their fallen coworker are, indeed, the ones who'd gone to speak with Lax. Everyone is rushing over to see what's wrong with their buddy, though I'm sure everyone has a good idea what's wrong.

Where does Kraken intend to go from here? I think we can invoke the Rule of Cool and you can go join one of the other scenes, if you'd wish. Or, if there's something else you want to run down?

Let's assume he goes to assist one of the other jobs...I'll let you surprise me as to which.  Just post in the other thread when you are ready and include Kraken's arrival.

I hope you all haven't missed me too much! Life is busy around this time of year, but I hope it slows down and gives me time to post more than once a week soon.

It looks like I'll be taking Ludovic over as an NPC. His player hasn't logged into the game in over a month. Which means that character will be fading into the background of the story.