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Campaign Out Of Character thread.

Posted by The GMFor group 0
The GM
GM, 2 posts
The End is Nigh!
Sat 2 Sep 2023
at 22:44
  • msg #1

Campaign Out Of Character thread

Please use this thread for your Out Of Character conversation about campaign-wide topics. You can have your Out Of Character conversation about specific adventures in the dedicated OOC threads.
This message was last edited by the GM at 03:37, Fri 15 Dec 2023.
The GM
GM, 3 posts
The End is Nigh!
Sat 2 Sep 2023
at 22:44
  • msg #2

Out Of Character thread

Please be patient while I work on the campaign threads :)
Player 2
player, 1 post
Sat 2 Sep 2023
at 22:51
  • msg #3

Out Of Character thread

Ahoy!
The GM
GM, 4 posts
The End is Nigh!
Sat 2 Sep 2023
at 22:52
  • msg #4

Out Of Character thread

In reply to Player 2 (msg # 3):

This campaign will start as a classic fantasy campaign, with humans, elves and dwarves... please contact me with a PM once you have a suitable name for your character :)
Player 2
player, 2 posts
Sat 2 Sep 2023
at 23:01
  • msg #5

Out Of Character thread

Are you using base SWADE, or also the Fantasy Companion?

As I'll need to think about what I want to be, to lead to a suitable name.
The GM
GM, 5 posts
The End is Nigh!
Sat 2 Sep 2023
at 23:06
  • msg #6

Out Of Character thread

I'll use also the Fantasy Companion.
I'll add progressively more setting information in this thread link to a message in this game
This message was last edited by the GM at 23:07, Sat 02 Sept 2023.
Player 2
player, 3 posts
Sat 2 Sep 2023
at 23:20
  • msg #7

Out Of Character thread

I need to think about what I want to do, as I'm in another SWADE game using the FC, so want to do something different to that...
The GM
GM, 7 posts
The End is Nigh!
Sat 2 Sep 2023
at 23:37
  • msg #8

Out Of Character thread

No hurry: you have time to think and hopefully the setting information that I progressively will add may help you making up your mind.
Player 1
player, 1 post
Sun 3 Sep 2023
at 02:34
  • msg #9

Out Of Character thread

Howdy all!

Looking forward to this game; lets of possibilities I see. :)
The GM
GM, 9 posts
The End is Nigh!
Sun 3 Sep 2023
at 13:50
  • msg #10

Out Of Character thread

I'm leaving now and tomorrow I'll be away travelling, but Ill be back soon to finish the preparation work for this campaign.
Player 4
player, 1 post
Sun 3 Sep 2023
at 14:43
  • msg #11

Out Of Character thread

Hi all

Can't wait to get started
Yngvar the Mad
player, 1 post
Sun 3 Sep 2023
at 14:49
  • msg #12

Out Of Character thread

In reply to Player 4 (msg # 11):

Greetings all, Yngvar here, me too, I just have to get the rules now! Just got them at DriveThru.
This message was last edited by the player at 14:59, Sun 03 Sept 2023.
Player 2
player, 4 posts
Sun 3 Sep 2023
at 15:15
  • msg #13

Out Of Character thread

What character concepts are people considering?

As I imagine if we all wanted to make a bunch of Wizards, the GM would find some way to make it work.

But I'm guessing we want to be distinct from one another, and shore up different areas.

I'm thinking some kind of fighter/barbarian, looking at going towards edges that make him very hard to hurt/notice being hurt. Though it's making sure he can do something outside of combat and be useful.

Or maybe, a Bard who focuses on Tests/Support rolls, than doing fighting directly. Help the heavy hitters land their strikes, or make it harder for the enemy to hit someone.

EDIT
Also, clarifying this from the ruleset information page
quote:
• The characters start with $500 (referred to as gp in this campaign) but no other weapon, armour or equipment unless it is specified by an Edge (such as a Trademark Weapon or Holy Symbol).

So we're starting with money, but are unable to spend it yet?
This message was last edited by the player at 20:12, Sun 03 Sept 2023.
Player 3
player, 1 post
Sun 3 Sep 2023
at 23:51
  • msg #14

Re: Out Of Character thread

Player 2:
What character concepts are people considering?


I'm considering going with a sneaky Gnome hedge-witch healer character who has a kitty familiar.


Player 2:
The GM:
The characters start with $500 (referred to as gp in this campaign) but no other weapon, armour or equipment unless it is specified by an Edge (such as a Trademark Weapon or Holy Symbol).

So we're starting with money, but are unable to spend it yet?


The GM:
Only “classic” fantasy weapons and armour may be purchased with starting money.

While I'm sure the GM will clarify what they mean when they return, what I believe the GM means is we don't get any "freebies" (unless we have one of the specified edges), but we're otherwise free to spend our starting 500gp on standard fantasy-type gear during character creation before the game begins.

Although unspecified, I would presume we also start with basic clothing in addition to the 500gp.
The GM
GM, 10 posts
The End is Nigh!
Mon 4 Sep 2023
at 21:05
  • msg #15

Re: Out Of Character thread

Yes, I need to keep working on the threads with the campaign guidelines - please be patient as I still have a lot to do :)

If you want to play the barbarian, going for a Peshwar, a Skandaharian or an Afridhi are all suitable options.
This message was last edited by the GM at 22:15, Mon 04 Sept 2023.
Player 1
player, 2 posts
Mon 4 Sep 2023
at 21:30
  • msg #16

Re: Out Of Character thread

I’m actually considering a Swordmage type if that would be valid in the setting. Someone who grew up with one foot in the arcane (from his father) and the other in the martial world (his mother who served as a bodyguard).

How to build will be something I still need to figure. :)
The GM
GM, 11 posts
The End is Nigh!
Mon 4 Sep 2023
at 21:30
  • msg #17

Re: Out Of Character thread

This sounds more like an Half-Elf, but I'm sure we'll get there! Now you may want to start thinking about your names :)
This message was last edited by the GM at 21:31, Mon 04 Sept 2023.
Player 2
player, 5 posts
Mon 4 Sep 2023
at 23:42
  • msg #18

Re: Out Of Character thread

Player 1:
I’m actually considering a Swordmage type if that would be valid in the setting. Someone who grew up with one foot in the arcane (from his father) and the other in the martial world (his mother who served as a bodyguard).

How to build will be something I still need to figure. :)

Perhaps the Alchemist AB, using oils on yourself/weapons, allowing you to focus on your combat side, and able to wear armour without penalty?

Also, with how magical the party looks like it's going to be, I won't go for the Bard. Though I'm going to be more a heavy hitter, than full on Barbarian. No Berserk over here. I'm looking at Brawny and Vigour d10, so Toughness 8 before armour ;)

I still need a name though...
This message was last edited by the player at 08:32, Tue 05 Sept 2023.
Player 4
player, 2 posts
Tue 5 Sep 2023
at 11:37
  • msg #19

Re: Out Of Character thread

I will be playing a minotaur probably a fighter possibly something else but still combat orientated
Player 2
player, 6 posts
Tue 5 Sep 2023
at 13:53
  • msg #20

Re: Out Of Character thread

Ooooh, we could combo very well. And means we can share the pressure of getting stuck in.
I was debating Dwarf or Half Orc, for the Vigour bonus...
Player 3
player, 2 posts
Tue 5 Sep 2023
at 20:24
  • msg #21

Re: Out Of Character thread

The GM:
...you may want to start thinking about your names :)

Penelope Dewdrop
This message was last edited by the player at 20:25, Tue 05 Sept 2023.
Player 4
player, 3 posts
Tue 5 Sep 2023
at 20:34
  • msg #22

Re: Out Of Character thread

In reply to Player 2 (msg # 20):

Sounds like fun
Player 4
player, 4 posts
Tue 5 Sep 2023
at 20:40
  • msg #23

Re: Out Of Character thread

Fenrin Stormhorn
Player 1
player, 3 posts
Tue 5 Sep 2023
at 22:45
  • msg #24

Re: Out Of Character thread

Th'eras D'Artain for me. :)
The GM
GM, 12 posts
The End is Nigh!
Tue 5 Sep 2023
at 22:53
  • msg #25

Re: Out Of Character thread

You should have new names as you proposed, now :)
The GM
GM, 16 posts
The End is Nigh!
Wed 6 Sep 2023
at 00:00
  • msg #26

Re: Out Of Character thread

Still quite a lot of work in progress, but... getting there.
Player 2
player, 7 posts
Wed 6 Sep 2023
at 08:18
  • msg #27

Re: Out Of Character thread

I'll go for a Thonian heritage, and Lars de Boer. A simple farmhand who wants to do more than plow, sew & harvest fields for the rest of his life.

Here is my character so far - https://savaged.us/s/lars
This message was last edited by the player at 09:34, Wed 06 Sept 2023.
Fenrin Stormhorn
player, 5 posts
Wed 6 Sep 2023
at 11:09
  • msg #28

Re: Out Of Character thread

Right no one is allowed to be a minotaur..... Not that I don't mind others being minotaurs it's just I could only find one minotaur avatar image and I've nabbed it
Player 2
player, 8 posts
Wed 6 Sep 2023
at 11:40
  • msg #29

Re: Out Of Character thread

Fenrin Stormhorn:
Right no one is allowed to be a minotaur..... Not that I don't mind others being minotaurs it's just I could only find one minotaur avatar image and I've nabbed it

You sure?

mcm054, mcm094, mcm237 (One I used in a past, dead SWADE game), mcm242, mcm 243 all seem like minotaurs to me...
Fenrin Stormhorn
player, 6 posts
Wed 6 Sep 2023
at 14:46
  • msg #30

Re: Out Of Character thread

Damn it and I checked all the places I thought I'd find them.... Cheers will have a look to see if there's a better one than the one I have

That's, where I went wrong I didn't look in the monster folder as I thought they would fall under Demi-human not monsters
This message was last edited by the player at 14:51, Wed 06 Sept 2023.
Player 2
player, 9 posts
Wed 6 Sep 2023
at 16:38
  • msg #31

Re: Out Of Character thread

I saw this shared on Reddit - I'm guessing this is what we are playing?

https://www.drivethrurpg.com/p...6/End-Times-Campaign
Player 2
player, 10 posts
Wed 6 Sep 2023
at 19:03
  • msg #32

Re: Out Of Character thread

I'm going to be unavailable from tomorrow morning until Sunday evening, as I'll be camping & LARPing, with minimal phone signal or power.

Survive without me ;)
The GM
GM, 17 posts
The End is Nigh!
Wed 6 Sep 2023
at 21:46
  • msg #33

Re: Out Of Character thread

In reply to Player 2 (msg # 31):

Yes, it is (mentioned here: link to a message in another game). That campaign can be adapted to different fantasy setting and I'm adapting it to Blackmoor (but Blackmoor needs some adaptation to End Times as well).
This message was last edited by the GM at 21:49, Wed 06 Sept 2023.
The GM
GM, 18 posts
The End is Nigh!
Wed 6 Sep 2023
at 21:48
  • msg #34

Re: Out Of Character thread

I'm trying to finalise the setting details (next in line is the religious pantheon with all domains etc.), then I'll try and finalise the ruleset details.
We are getting close.
The GM
GM, 19 posts
The End is Nigh!
Wed 6 Sep 2023
at 21:51
  • msg #35

Re: Out Of Character thread

In reply to Player 2 (msg # 32):

Don't worry: I don't think I'll be ready to start the campaign before then.
The GM
GM, 20 posts
The End is Nigh!
Wed 6 Sep 2023
at 22:20
  • msg #36

Re: Out Of Character thread

On the Gaming Resources thread I can see a Savage Worlds character sheet:
quote:
====================================DETAILS===================================
Character Name:                          Character Rank    :
Character Race:                          Total Experience  :
Concept       :                          Unspent Experience:
Player Name   :

==================================ATTRIBUTES==================================
Charisma (Base/Mod) | Pace (Base/Mod) | Parry (Base/Mod) | Toughness (Base/Mod)

Agility     Dx | Smarts        Dx | Strength  Dx | Spirit       Dx | Vigor  Dx

====================================SKILLS====================================
Boating     Dx | Gambling      Dx | Climbing  Dx | Guts         Dx | Skill  Dx
Driving     Dx | Healing       Dx | Skill     Dx | Intimidation Dx |
Fighting    Dx | Investigation Dx |              | Persuasion   Dx |
Lockpicking Dx | Knowledge     Dx |              | Skill        Dx |
Piloting    Dx | Notice        Dx |              |                 |
Riding      Dx | Repair        Dx |              |                 |
Shooting    Dx | Streetwise    Dx |              |                 |
Stealth     Dx | Survival      Dx |              |                 |
Swimming    Dx | Taunt         Dx |              |                 |
Throwing    Dx | Tracking      Dx |              |                 |
Skill       Dx | Skill         Dx |              |                 |

====================================EDGES====================================
+List any edges here

====================================FLAWS====================================
-List any flaws here

====================================ARMOR====================================
Name           Locations Covered   Protection   Notes

===================================WEAPONS===================================
Name                 Range     Dam RoF   Ammo  Weight Shots Notes

==================================EQUIPMENT==================================
Other gear

=================================DESCRIPTION=================================
Looks and etc.

==================================BACKGROUND=================================
What happened before now?


but I think it's too generic for our campaign. Does anybody have a more specific template more suitable for the Fantasy Companion?
The GM
GM, 21 posts
The End is Nigh!
Wed 6 Sep 2023
at 22:48
  • msg #37

Re: Out Of Character thread

On the week commencing on the 18th of September I will be on holiday :)
The GM
GM, 22 posts
The End is Nigh!
Wed 6 Sep 2023
at 22:59
  • msg #38

Re: Out Of Character thread

Player 2:
Also, clarifying this from the ruleset information page
quote:
• The characters start with $500 (referred to as gp in this campaign) but no other weapon, armour or equipment unless it is specified by an Edge (such as a Trademark Weapon or Holy Symbol).

So we're starting with money, but are unable to spend it yet?

I can read that you will spend your first afternoon as part of the Adventurers Guild by spending your money (plus a small advance...) to buy your equipment at standard prices - at the end of the day I don't think it makes any difference.
The GM
GM, 23 posts
The End is Nigh!
Thu 7 Sep 2023
at 20:39
  • msg #39

Re: Out Of Character thread

Hello,

I got some enquiries about fast, furious and fun pre-rolled characters.... I think you may find something useful here:
https://www.drivethrurpg.com/p...filters=1600_0_0_0_0
https://www.drivethrurpg.com/p...filters=1600_0_0_0_0
These websites have been recommended to me, but please note that I haven't found time yet to check them out properly.

Does anybody else have some recommendations under this point of view?
The GM
GM, 24 posts
The End is Nigh!
Thu 7 Sep 2023
at 21:01
  • msg #40

Re: Out Of Character thread

In reply to The GM (msg # 36):

Does this look a bit better to you? Anybody willing to propose improvements?
I started from the generic Savage Worlds character sheet posted above and I added some elements from this: https://d1vzi28wh99zvq.cloudfr...images/27/274629.jpg

quote:
====================================DETAILS===================================
Character Name:                          Character Rank    :
Character Ancestry:                      Total Experience  :
Concept       :                          Unspent Experience:
Player Name   :

==================================ATTRIBUTES==================================
Charisma (Base/Mod) | Pace (Base/Mod) | Parry (Base/Mod) | Toughness (Base/Mod)

Agility     Dx | Smarts        Dx | Strength  Dx | Spirit       Dx | Vigor  Dx

WOUNDS
-1
-2
-3
INC
-2
-1
Fatigue

====================================SKILLS====================================
Boating     Dx | Gambling      Dx | Climbing  Dx | Guts         Dx | Skill  Dx
Driving     Dx | Healing       Dx | Skill     Dx | Intimidation Dx |
Fighting    Dx | Investigation Dx |              | Persuasion   Dx |
Lockpicking Dx | Knowledge     Dx |              | Skill        Dx |
Skill       Dx | Notice        Dx |              |                 |
Riding      Dx | Repair        Dx |              |                 |
Skill       Dx | Streetwise    Dx |              |                 |
Stealth     Dx | Survival      Dx |              |                 |
Swimming    Dx | Taunt         Dx |              |                 |
Throwing    Dx | Tracking      Dx |              |                 |
Skill       Dx | Skill         Dx |              |                 |

====================================EDGES====================================
+List any edges here

==================================HINDRACES==================================
-List any flaws here

=============================PERMANENT INJURIES==============================
-List any permanent injuries here

====================================ARMOR====================================
Name           Bonus      Area     WT   Notes

===================================WEAPONS===================================
Name                 Range     RoF     Damage   AP   WT   Notes

==================================EQUIPMENT==================================
Other gear

=================================DESCRIPTION=================================
Looks and etc.

==================================BACKGROUND=================================
What happened before now?

Shard
player, 1 post
Thu 7 Sep 2023
at 22:00
  • msg #41

Re: Out Of Character thread

Greetings everyone.

quote:
I'm considering going with a sneaky Gnome hedge-witch healer character who has a kitty familiar.


So the group has a healer?
I was thinking of playing a Dwarf Palladin or maybe a cleric.

How many ranged verse melee do we have?
Thalion Windrider
player, 1 post
Thu 7 Sep 2023
at 22:31
  • msg #42

Re: Out Of Character thread

I am most likely going with an half-elf or Elf ranger. But I am still fairly up in the air and flexible.
This message was last edited by the player at 22:32, Thu 07 Sept 2023.
The GM
GM, 25 posts
The End is Nigh!
Thu 7 Sep 2023
at 22:46
  • msg #43

Re: Out Of Character thread

If we all feel ready, we can start playing on Monday. However, on the following week I'll be off.
What do you think?
Penelope Dewdrop
player, 3 posts
Thu 7 Sep 2023
at 23:16
  • msg #44

Re: Out Of Character thread

Shard:
So the group has a healer?

I plan for Penelope to have at least the healing skill, yes. I've not yet decided about any form of magical healing.

Certainly you're welcome to play a Cleric/Paladin with healing power if that's your interest. Even if I go with magically healing, I don't see it a problem--looks like we are a big party of 7 at the moment. So plenty of bodies to heal.
This message was last edited by the player at 23:18, Thu 07 Sept 2023.
Ewig Unsterblich
player, 1 post
Fri 8 Sep 2023
at 02:42
  • msg #45

Re: Out Of Character thread

Hi all.

Just catching up here. Do we know what everyone's playing?

I'm still learning the system -- is there some kind of template for fighter types?
Fenrin Stormhorn
player, 7 posts
Fri 8 Sep 2023
at 07:25
  • msg #46

Re: Out Of Character thread

I'm playing a minotaur fighter :)
Lars de Boer
player, 11 posts
Fri 8 Sep 2023
at 10:32
  • msg #47

Re: Out Of Character thread

Also a fighter here, going one-handed weapon and shield, focusing on being hard to hit.

What type of fighter do you want to be?
Thalion Windrider
player, 2 posts
Fri 8 Sep 2023
at 13:00
  • msg #48

Re: Out Of Character thread

Ewig Unsterblich:
Hi all.

Just catching up here. Do we know what everyone's playing?

I'm still learning the system -- is there some kind of template for fighter types?


No template. Just pick what feels natural to you.

Judging by the fact that we have a good bit of fighters in the group. I think I'd rather go the magic route.

I'll likely still go ranger but more of a druid/ranger build.
Shard
player, 2 posts
Fri 8 Sep 2023
at 22:40
  • msg #49

Re: Out Of Character thread

In reply to The GM (msg # 40):

This is my first SWADE Fantasy game, so I have no inputs.  :)

I went to the site, looked over the characters.
I'd kinda like a mix of the Human Paladin and the Dwarf fighter.
Anyone have a good online character generator?
I've been using https://savaged.us/
But I used it for a SYFY game and not 100% sure how to just apply the Old School Fantasy Hero books so I don't use stuff that isn't allowed.
This message was last edited by the player at 22:41, Fri 08 Sept 2023.
The GM
GM, 26 posts
The End is Nigh!
Fri 8 Sep 2023
at 22:49
  • msg #50

Re: Out Of Character thread

Did you have a look at this?

The GM:
Hello,

I got some enquiries about fast, furious and fun pre-rolled characters.... I think you may find something useful here:
https://www.drivethrurpg.com/p...filters=1600_0_0_0_0
https://www.drivethrurpg.com/p...filters=1600_0_0_0_0
These websites have been recommended to me, but please note that I haven't found time yet to check them out properly.

Does anybody else have some recommendations under this point of view?

Shard
player, 3 posts
Fri 8 Sep 2023
at 23:08
  • msg #51

Re: Out Of Character thread

quote:
Did you have a look at this?

Yes, the first link was free, the second one is $1.
The first one had the Human Palladin and the Dwarf Fighter I was referencing.

In my attempt to help, this is what I've gathered for the group so far?

Group Composition
NameRaceConceptCharacter Hyperlink
Ewig UnsterblichTBDdual-wielding knife-fighterN/A
Fenrin StormhornMinotaurfighter - 2H?N/A
Lars de BoerHumanFighter - Sword & boardhttps://savaged.us/s/lars
Penelope DewdropGnomehedge-witch healerN/A
ShardDwarf?PallyN/A
Th'eras D'ArtainTBDSwordmageN/A
Thalion WindriderElf/1/2 Elfdruid/rangerN/A

Trying to use https://savaged.us/ to make the character, but its a new site, so haven't figured it out yet.
This message was last edited by the player at 01:11, Sat 09 Sept 2023.
Th'eras D'Artain
player, 4 posts
Fri 8 Sep 2023
at 23:23
  • msg #52

Re: Out Of Character thread

For me, I think may go the Swordmage route. I found an archetype in the Fantasy Archetypes package that I think I can work with...
The GM
GM, 27 posts
The End is Nigh!
Fri 8 Sep 2023
at 23:45
  • msg #53

Re: Out Of Character thread

I still have something to finalise in the Religion in Blackmoor section, but I feel I'm almost there. We can start talking about when we want to start playing :)

In reply to Th'eras D'Artain (msg # 52):

Sounds good to me, we need some magic user :)
Shard
player, 4 posts
Sat 9 Sep 2023
at 00:03
  • msg #54

Re: Out Of Character thread

For those making Casters, what spells/powers have you taken?
I want to make sure and not select the same powers as you.

Right now, I'm looking at the following 3 Miracles, but can change them.
Not 100% sure of the God, choose Moradin for now.

Blessing of Moradin  (Boost Trait)
Range: Touch (limited)
Power Points: 1
Duration: 5 for boost/Instant for lower
Effect:  Increases a skill or attribute.


Moradin's Might (Smite)
Range: Touch (limited)
Power Points: 1
Duration: 5
Effect:  Increase a weapon’s damage by +2/+4.


Healing
Range: Touch
Power Points: 3
Duration: Instant
Effect:  Restores Wounds.

- How many wounds are restored?  Is this based off the casters trait or a set #?
Ewig Unsterblich
player, 2 posts
Sat 9 Sep 2023
at 00:33
  • msg #55

Re: Out Of Character thread

In reply to Lars de Boer (msg # 47):

I was thinking of a sneaky, dual-wielding knife-fighter (or short sword-fighter?)
If that's not feasible, maybe a swashbuckler.

Is savaged.us working for anyone? I'm not making much headway with the swade core rules & fantasy companion.
Shard
player, 5 posts
Sat 9 Sep 2023
at 01:10
  • msg #56

Re: Out Of Character thread

In reply to Ewig Unsterblich (msg # 55):

I was able to get it to work, but took me an hour and I still can’t get the Edges to work right.
Fenrin Stormhorn
player, 8 posts
Sat 9 Sep 2023
at 13:08
  • msg #57

Re: Out Of Character thread

In reply to Shard (msg # 51):

Fenrin uses a 2 handed halberd
Thalion Windrider
player, 3 posts
Sat 9 Sep 2023
at 15:28
  • msg #58

Re: Out Of Character thread

I want to make sure I understand right. We are buying our weapons and armor at the start of the game?
Thalion Windrider
player, 4 posts
Sat 9 Sep 2023
at 15:34
  • msg #59

Re: Out Of Character thread

Most likely following the ranger theme taking:

Beast Friend (default)
Environmental Protection (default)
Shape Change (default)
Entangle
Protection

I am ify on protection. I'd much rather take Elemental manipulation. But if someone takes it I will drop it.
Thalion Windrider
player, 5 posts
Sat 9 Sep 2023
at 15:36
  • msg #60

Re: Out Of Character thread

Shard:
For those making Casters, what spells/powers have you taken?
I want to make sure and not select the same powers as you.

Right now, I'm looking at the following 3 Miracles, but can change them.
Not 100% sure of the God, choose Moradin for now.

Blessing of Moradin  (Boost Trait)
Range: Touch (limited)
Power Points: 1
Duration: 5 for boost/Instant for lower
Effect:  Increases a skill or attribute.


Moradin's Might (Smite)
Range: Touch (limited)
Power Points: 1
Duration: 5
Effect:  Increase a weapon’s damage by +2/+4.


Healing
Range: Touch
Power Points: 3
Duration: Instant
Effect:  Restores Wounds.

- How many wounds are restored?  Is this based off the casters trait or a set #?


Assuming you are a cleric you should have two more powers and one of your defaults is missing:

quote:
STARTING POWERS:
Healing, sanctuary,
and three other powers from their
chosen Domain (see page 114). If
healing

The GM
GM, 28 posts
The End is Nigh!
Sat 9 Sep 2023
at 15:57
  • msg #61

Re: Out Of Character thread

In reply to Thalion Windrider (msg # 58):

Yes, this is correct. However, you will buy them at standard prices and there won't be restrictions in numbers, so... it doesn't really make much difference.
Lars de Boer
player, 12 posts
Sat 9 Sep 2023
at 16:22
  • msg #62

Re: Out Of Character thread

Shard:
How many wounds are restored?  Is this based off the casters trait or a set #?

1 wound for a success, 2 for a raise.
Ewig Unsterblich
player, 3 posts
Sat 9 Sep 2023
at 16:41
  • msg #63

Re: Out Of Character thread

Sorry for the newb question, but for attributes, the book says
quote:
Every character starts with a d4 in each of five attributes: Agility, Smarts, Spirit, Strength, and Vigor... You then have 5 points to increase your attributes. Raising a d4 to a d6, for example, costs 1 point.


What does "d4" mean? Do I start with a base 4 in each of those attributes then add points to whatever I'd like to raise? (But then how does adding a point to a d4 make it a d6? What happens when I add 2 points? Does it go to d8?)

Or, maybe the d4 is the die I need to roll for that attribute? Adding 1 point means I'd roll a d6 instead of a d4? And adding 2 points means I'd roll a d8 for it? So, if I add 2 points to, say, Agility, I'd roll a 1d8 for that attribute?

I'm coming from an ad&d background but I have played point buying systems before, so I get the concept. SWADE baffles me.

Unfortunately, savaged.us keeps crashing before I can register so I'm trying to go by the book.
Fenrin Stormhorn
player, 9 posts
Sat 9 Sep 2023
at 17:05
  • msg #64

Re: Out Of Character thread

In reply to Ewig Unsterblich (msg # 63):

The rules use different dice types so a D4 is a 4 sided dice, a d6 is a sixsided dice

All attributes start with a 4 sided dice, d4, and each point you spend increases the dice typed4, d6, D8, d10 and d12......

The attribute dice dictates what you roll so if you need to use strength and you have a 6 sided dice then you will roll a d6 for your strength and a d6 for being a player (wild card).... If you have a D8 then you roll aa eight sided dice with the six sided dice. Usually written as D8, d6

Now the attribute is also associated with a, skill so athletics is linked to agility... When buying skills the attribute dice will dictate how many dice you can put into a skill..... So if agility is D8 you can only put up to D8 into any agility based skills for a 1 point equals 1 dice spend..... If you want to increase the skill mors thst the attribute at character creation then it will cost 2 points over the dice score of the attribute.

So say you want to D8 in fighting but only have an agility of d6.... You spend a point for the d4, then a point to take it to d6, but to take it to D8 it will cost you another 2 points because it's one dice above your agility rank...... Hope that makes some sense
This message was last edited by the player at 17:06, Sat 09 Sept 2023.
Ewig Unsterblich
player, 4 posts
Sat 9 Sep 2023
at 18:03
  • msg #65

Re: Out Of Character thread

In reply to Fenrin Stormhorn (msg # 64):

OK. Thanks for the explanation!

I didn't understand that attributes get dice types assigned to them, not numeric values like I'm used to. That's different!
Shard
player, 6 posts
Sat 9 Sep 2023
at 18:39
  • msg #66

Re: Out Of Character thread

In reply to Thalion Windrider (msg # 60):

Lars de Boer:
Shard:
How many wounds are restored?  Is this based off the casters trait or a set #?

1 wound for a success, 2 for a raise.


Thanks Lars.


quote:
Assuming you are a cleric you should have two more powers and one of your defaults is missing:

quote:
STARTING POWERS:
Healing, sanctuary,
and three other powers from their
chosen Domain (see page 114). If
healing
</quote>
I was probably going Paladin, but not sure what you mean for domains.  When I purchased Miracles, it allowed 3 powers.  I didn't see Domains.  While I'm familiar with DnD and how Domains worked I'm not sure how that works for SWADE.  :)
Penelope Dewdrop
player, 4 posts
Sat 9 Sep 2023
at 19:46
  • msg #67

Re: Out Of Character thread

I'm thinking these spell powers for Penelope:

●Detect/Conceal Arcana:  (Fantasy Companion, page 122)
●Dispel:  (Fantasy Companion, page 123)
●Arcane Protection:  (Fantasy Companion, page 116)

●Lock/Unlock:  (Fantasy Companion, page 130)
●Healing:  (Fantasy Companion, page 127)

Penelope is going to be more of a support character.
This message was last edited by the player at 19:48, Sat 09 Sept 2023.
The GM
GM, 31 posts
The End is Nigh!
Sat 9 Sep 2023
at 22:06
  • msg #68

Re: Out Of Character thread

Any comment to improve / clarify / complete the "read me first" thread is much appreciated!
Shard
player, 7 posts
Sat 9 Sep 2023
at 23:15
  • msg #69

Re: Out Of Character thread

Do we have a “Face” character?   Someone with a decent persuasion / Spirit?
Penelope Dewdrop
player, 5 posts
Gnome Witch
Bennies: 3
Sat 9 Sep 2023
at 23:26
  • msg #70

Re: Out Of Character thread

Not Penelope.
Shard
player, 8 posts
Sun 10 Sep 2023
at 01:16
  • msg #71

Re: Out Of Character thread

Question.  What skill is used to cast spells / Miracles?

Is it Faith, Focus, Spellcasting or something else?
I'd hate to make my Dwarf Pally only to find out I took the wrong skills.

My spells:
Boost Trait
Smite
Healing

Thanks.
Penelope Dewdrop
player, 6 posts
Gnome Witch
Bennies: 3
Sun 10 Sep 2023
at 01:30
  • msg #72

Re: Out Of Character thread

If you took Arcane Background (Miracles), then it's Faith(Spirit). If you took a different arcane background, then it might be something else.

*****

Arcane Background (Miracles)
ARCANE SKILL: Faith (Spirit)
STARTING POWERS: 3
POWER POINTS: 10
Those who invoke miracles draw their power from a divine presence of some sort, including gods, nature, or spirits. Their powers are usually invoked with a few words of prayer or by performing established rituals.
Those who cast miracles are champions of their particular religions. They typically have Hindrances that pertain to their service, such as Vow or Obligation. They might also have Connections to others of their religion who can help them out when their divine energies wane.
Shard
player, 9 posts
Sun 10 Sep 2023
at 01:35
  • msg #73

Re: Out Of Character thread

The GM:
Any comment to improve / clarify / complete the "read me first" thread is much appreciated!


I'm new, so take that for what it's worth.

quote:
This campaign uses mainly “standard” Savage Worlds rules with significant usage of the Fantasy Companion. The specific setting rules used for this campaign are:
• Conviction
• Damage Cap


I don't know what Conviction or Damage Cap means.



quote:
Priests may choose Domains if they wish (see the Religion of Blackmoor section, below), or may choose to be general priests.

I didn't see a Domain aspect on the https://savaged.us Character Option.  So I'm not sure if I did it right.

The Dwarf portion mentioned the following:   The dwarves of Blackmoor are an industrious and proud people. For generations they have created beautiful and awe-inspiring crafts, as well as immense cities of stone underground.

The Savaged character generator didn't offer a Craft or Profession, so I used Repair skill instead to illustrate Shard is an industrious and proud Dwarf.  I hadn't picked a craft and am open to suggestions.  I was thinking of Carpentry, Stonemason or perhaps Mining / Blacksmithing.


Thanks Penelope Dewdrop.
Penelope Dewdrop
player, 7 posts
Gnome Witch
Bennies: 3
Sun 10 Sep 2023
at 01:55
  • msg #74

Re: Out Of Character thread

By 'Dam Cap', I expect the GM actually means 'Wound Cap' unless there's something I overlooked.


CONVICTION: Heroes gain Conviction Tokens that can be used to add a d6 to all Trait and damage rolls for one round. Conviction is awarded for triumph (overcoming a great obstacle important to that character ), and tragedy (a personal setback, death of a friend or ally, etc). Conviction effects may be extended by spending a Benny.


WOUND CAP: Wild Cards never suffer more than four wounds from a single hit.



If you choose the Arcane Background (Cleric) from the Fantasy Companion (3E), you also choose a Domain. Each Domain provides a list of spell powers a cleric of that Domain is allowed to pick. Listed Domains are: Cold, Death, Life, Justice, Knowledge, Moon, Nature, Sea, Sun, Thievery, and War.
This message was last edited by the player at 02:00, Sun 10 Sept 2023.
Shard
player, 10 posts
Sun 10 Sep 2023
at 02:01
  • msg #75

Re: Out Of Character thread

In reply to Penelope Dewdrop (msg # 74):

Ok, thanks Penelope.

I went with Zues as he was listed as the only God for Pallies.
I didn't see Domain options, so just choose the powers I listed previously.
Smite, Boost and Healing.
Penelope Dewdrop
player, 8 posts
Gnome Witch
Bennies: 3
Sun 10 Sep 2023
at 02:15
  • msg #76

Re: Out Of Character thread

Shard:
I went with Zues as he was listed as the only God for Pallies.

I believe you are supposed to call him: Fronaus, Odir, Aeros, or Raelralataen according to the world notes =p

Shard:
I didn't see Domain options, so just choose the powers I listed previously.
Smite, Boost and Healing.

Well, the Arcane Background (Miracles) doesn't make use of Domains like the Arcane Background (Cleric) does, but those spell powers seem right to me for a Paladin to use =)
Shard
player, 12 posts
Sun 10 Sep 2023
at 03:33
  • msg #77

Re: Out Of Character thread

In reply to Penelope Dewdrop (msg # 76):

quote:
Different ancestries may call the same deity with different names, but in general it is currently understood that the deities have no problem to be worshipped with different names (just like the Greek/Roman deities that were called with different names by the Greeks and the Romans but ultimately they were the same deities).

I read this and interpreted that I could use any of the columns for the gods name.
That said, I think you are right.  I’ll use Odir, I prefer the shorter names.

quote:
Well, the Arcane Background (Miracles) doesn't make use of Domains like the Arcane Background (Cleric) does, but those spell powers seem right to me for a Paladin to use =)

Thanks.  ;)
This message was last edited by the player at 03:47, Sun 10 Sept 2023.
The GM
GM, 32 posts
The End is Nigh!
Sun 10 Sep 2023
at 14:38
  • msg #78

Re: Out Of Character thread

That's right, I used the Greek/Roman names of the Olympian deities just to convey the idea, but please use the Blackmoorian names :)
I think that, among that four names, Odir is a good option for a Dwarf.
The GM
GM, 33 posts
The End is Nigh!
Sun 10 Sep 2023
at 14:41
  • msg #79

Re: Out Of Character thread

Penelope Dewdrop:
By 'Dam Cap', I expect the GM actually means 'Wound Cap' unless there's something I overlooked.

I copied and pasted that statement from the campaign book without double checking and I think you are right, Penelope. I'll amend that. :)
Thalion Windrider
player, 6 posts
Sun 10 Sep 2023
at 16:45
  • msg #80

Re: Out Of Character thread

Cleric is normally going to be the face character. If we go that route.
Shard
player, 13 posts
Sun 10 Sep 2023
at 17:11
  • msg #81

Re: Out Of Character thread

In reply to Thalion Windrider (msg # 80):

I swapped  my Spirit and Strength so have a Spirit/ persuasion of D8.
If some one else is making a cleric with a high Spirit, let me know and I’ll change back to a stronger Pally.
Penelope Dewdrop
player, 10 posts
Gnome Support Caster
Bennies: 3
Sun 10 Sep 2023
at 17:31
  • msg #82

Re: Out Of Character thread

I believe Penelope is ready.
The GM
GM, 35 posts
The End is Nigh!
Sun 10 Sep 2023
at 20:27
  • msg #83

Re: Out Of Character thread

Now Th'eras and Thallion still have to generate their characters and copying them into their character sheets, while Lars needs simply to move it to the character details.
Then we can start :)
Th'eras D'Artain
player, 5 posts
Sun 10 Sep 2023
at 21:34
  • msg #84

Re: Out Of Character thread

In reply to The GM (msg # 83):

Trying to finish Th'eras now. :)

I do have one question - Are we going with the "Traditional Fantasy Style" (Fantasy COmpanion, p 80) and the Setting rules there perhaps?

Traditional Fantasy Style:
* SETTING RULES: Betrayal, Born a Hero, Conviction, Creative Combat, Downtime, Dumb Luck, Fast Healing, Heroes Never Die, High Adventure, Wound Cap, Villainous Conviction.
* EXAMPLES: J. R. R. Tolkien’s The Hobbit, Dennis McKiernan’s Iron Tower trilogy, R. A. Salvatore’s Legend of Drizzt series, Dungeons & Dragons®, The Lord of the Rings trilogy, Record of Lodoss War,
Willow


I ask because the Born A Hero portion at least would allow a bit of flexibility in powers, edges, etc. and it does include the Conviction and Wound Cap Rules that you had called out before. :)

Also: Multiple Languages? With Pathfinder style languages (just know it of don't, no die rating for language)? But, if languages won't be a big deal, then all good. :)
This message was last edited by the player at 22:25, Sun 10 Sept 2023.
Lars de Boer
player, 14 posts
Mon 11 Sep 2023
at 08:17
  • msg #85

Re: Out Of Character thread

I'm back folks, and able to do more than scroll and minor messages from a phone.

Is anyone struggling to use Savaged.us?
I will point out, you need to be a paying subscriber (known as a Wild Card) to use what is in the Fantasy Companion (2022 edition) within your character - https://savaged.us/wildcard-benefits/
So if you aren't seeing those sorts of options, that could be why.

GM, I'm happy to make a campaign on there for those who want to have sheets under it, to make it easier for you to see them there, if that would be useful?
My subscription ends currently in December (I wasn't doing enough SWADE to justify it), but I can resume it if needed at the time.

Looking at the group breakdown, we do seem to be very melee based! Upside, we can try to get Gang Up bonuses in out favour.
Downside, we may get in each other's way (Though Fenrin going for reach helps mitigate that).
Casting Boost Trait (Fighting) and Smite on us, whilst pricey PP wise (especially with the increased Boost cost in latest update), it could be VERY powerful for us!
Penelope Dewdrop
player, 11 posts
Gnome Support Caster
Bennies: 3
Mon 11 Sep 2023
at 20:04
  • msg #86

Re: Out Of Character thread

Lars de Boer:
Looking at the group breakdown, we do seem to be very melee based!



Thalion the Ranger likely has a bow as well as melee.

Ewig the knife fighter seems to be an NPC now.

So as I see it, we have:


**pure melee warriors**
Fenrin the minotaur warrior with a halberd
Lars the human warrior with a heavy mace

**melee with spells**
Shard the dwarf paladin
Th'eras the ? swordmage

**ranged with spells**
Penelope the gnome 'support caster'
Thalion the (1/2?) elf ranger


Seems to me like a good mix =)
The GM
GM, 36 posts
The End is Nigh!
Mon 11 Sep 2023
at 20:25
  • msg #87

Re: Out Of Character thread

Penelope Dewdrop:
Ewig the knife fighter seems to be an NPC now.

Unfortunately he dropped off before starting the game: he said that he liked the setting, but didn't like the ruleset. Happens, unfortunately. I can understand that sometimes switching to different mechanics can be hard.
The GM
GM, 37 posts
The End is Nigh!
Mon 11 Sep 2023
at 20:29
  • msg #88

Re: Out Of Character thread

In reply to Th'eras D'Artain (msg # 84):

The GM:
This campaign uses mainly “standard” Savage Worlds rules with significant usage of the Fantasy Companion. The specific setting rules used for this campaign are:
• Conviction
• Wound Cap


This is what the Campaign book proposes and I'm OK to stick with it as I don't see very compelling reasons to do something else in this case.
The GM
GM, 38 posts
The End is Nigh!
Mon 11 Sep 2023
at 20:31
  • msg #89

Re: Out Of Character thread

Lars de Boer:
GM, I'm happy to make a campaign on there for those who want to have sheets under it, to make it easier for you to see them there, if that would be useful?
My subscription ends currently in December (I wasn't doing enough SWADE to justify it), but I can resume it if needed at the time.

I think that the character sheets on RPoL are OK for this campaign and I'd like to use them. However, if all players are happy to use Savaged.us, we can have a second copy of the character sheets there as well.
What worries me is that if at some point in time you decide to take an adventure off, sitting on the sidelines, we may have long term issues with the character sheets.
This message was last edited by the GM at 20:33, Mon 11 Sept 2023.
The GM
GM, 43 posts
The End is Nigh!
Tue 12 Sep 2023
at 21:13
  • msg #90

Re: Out Of Character thread

In reply to Shard (msg # 77):

I modified the background info threads and (I hope) I clarified a bit better the names of the various deities and their associated traditions.
Please keep flagging me what can be clarified and improved.
Th'eras D'Artain
player, 6 posts
Wed 13 Sep 2023
at 16:26
  • [deleted]
  • msg #91

Re: Out Of Character thread

This message was deleted by the player at 16:38, Wed 13 Sept 2023.
The GM
GM, 55 posts
The End is Nigh!
Sat 23 Sep 2023
at 19:18
  • msg #92

Re: Out Of Character thread

I made some minor modifications to the deities descriptions in this thread link to a message in this game to make more visible their (main) Domains in alignment with the Domains described in Fantasy Companion, pages 114-115.

The "alternative" domains are in general not in the mentioned pages of the Fantasy Companion and are there just to expand and enrich the deities descriptions.
If you think there is an adjective that can describe this concept better than "alternative" (which doesn't sound just right to me), please let me know :)
Lars de Boer
player, 27 posts
P:8(2) T:11(3) W:0 B:0
I am UNSTOPPABLE!
Tue 26 Sep 2023
at 19:00
  • msg #93

Re: Out Of Character thread

Have we lost some players?
Thalion Windrider
player, 17 posts
Half-Elf Ranger/Druid
B: 3, T:5, P:5(1)
Thu 28 Sep 2023
at 14:41
  • msg #94

Re: Out Of Character thread

You didn't lose me. I simply got swamped but I am back and ready to go.
The GM
GM, 60 posts
The End is Nigh!
Thu 28 Sep 2023
at 14:44
  • msg #95

Re: Out Of Character thread

In reply to Thalion Windrider (msg # 94):

Great news :)
Th'eras D'Artain
player, 15 posts
Fri 29 Sep 2023
at 14:21
  • msg #96

Re: Out Of Character thread

I'm still here too!

I had a last minute trip to my mother-in-law's wedding to attend and it resulted in a week of next to no connectivity.

I'm back trying to get caught up.
Fenrin Stormhorn
player, 14 posts
Fri 29 Sep 2023
at 16:50
  • msg #97

Re: Out Of Character thread

Apologies for not posting lately I have a condition that means I need weekly treatment at the hospital.... Sometimes it knocks me for 6 and the last two treatments did just that.... Today's treatment seems to go OK.... So I caught up and just posted :)
The GM
GM, 61 posts
The End is Nigh!
Sat 30 Sep 2023
at 03:54
  • msg #98

Re: Out Of Character thread

Happy to read that you are OK now :)
The GM
GM, 146 posts
The End is Nigh!
Mon 27 Nov 2023
at 22:23
  • msg #99

Re: Out Of Character thread

We are at the last hurdle of the first adventure. I will open the game for new requests to join, to replace players that dropped out.
The GM
GM, 155 posts
The End is Nigh!
Tue 5 Dec 2023
at 23:31
  • msg #100

Re: Out Of Character thread

On Sunday, Monday and Tuesday I will be travelling and I won't post.
Mythanar Uritumal
player, 1 post
Elf
Swordsmaster
Thu 7 Dec 2023
at 09:13
  • msg #101

Re: Out Of Character thread

Hi all, I'll be joining with an elven swordsmaster who's not quite as good as he thinks he is. :D I'm supposed to join in the second chapter, but I'm kind of waiting for an idea of just what the scene is before I try writing myself in.
Sebastian Tombs
player, 27 posts
Sommelier
An expert on wines
Thu 7 Dec 2023
at 11:26
  • msg #102

Re: Out Of Character thread

Welcome to the team Mythanar !
Sebastian Tombs
player, 28 posts
Sommelier
An expert on wines
Thu 7 Dec 2023
at 11:43
  • msg #103

Re: Out Of Character thread

I've deliberately avoided posting here as Sebastian wasnt officially part of the team put together by the adventurers guild at the start, and he joined partway in. As far as the Characters would know, he was just an innocent bystander caught up in a rat infestation.

Sgt Lincon Osiris:
I'm the dude playin' a dude, disguised as another dude!


He's breifly character following their escape, so the other characters might start suspecting something is a bit off.

I did have a cunning plan to reveal things in a slightly more interesting way, but then the building fell over.
The GM
GM, 164 posts
The End is Nigh!
Thu 7 Dec 2023
at 20:23
  • msg #104

Re: Out Of Character thread

In reply to Mythanar Uritumal (msg # 101):

If you go to this thread link to a message in this game and message £5 you can get a fairly good idea of the situation.
Mythanar Uritumal
player, 2 posts
Elf
Swordsmaster
Fri 8 Dec 2023
at 06:49
  • msg #105

Re: Out Of Character thread

Okay, yeah, that gives me a rough idea. But, ah, the IC thread appears to be closed?
Penelope Dewdrop
player, 57 posts
Gnome Support Caster
Bennies: 3 PP 15:5/15:5
Fri 8 Dec 2023
at 15:06
  • msg #106

Re: Out Of Character thread

The GM:
You should now be able to see the first post of the IC thread, that sets the scene for the second adventure. I will open that for posting once everybody on the second adventure will be (more or less...) ready to play :)

Alice
player, 2 posts
Half elf Bard
P:5/6 T:5/5 W:0 B:3. P;10
Fri 8 Dec 2023
at 17:59
  • msg #107

Re: Out Of Character thread

Just in case this may help anyone, this is the Character sheet I use. It's an evolution of the one the GM gave, but the tables are more clear.

To use it, you just must copy and paste it and fill the parts where asterisks are (in many tables, only the first entry is asterisked). If some table must be ampliated (e.g. you have mroe gear or weapons than the slots given), just copy and paste the last emtpy line following it:

====================================DETAILS===================================

Character Name:**Character Rank    :**
Character Race:**Total Experience  :**
Concept:**Unspent Experience:**
Gender:**Player Name   :**
Height:**Weight   :**


==================================ATTRIBUTES==================================

Pace (*/*)Parry (*/*)Toughness (*/*) PP * Bennies:*
AgilityD4SmartsD4StrengthD4SpiritD4VigorD4
AthleticsD4AcademicsDx  FaithDx  
BoatingDxBattleDx  FocusDx  
DrivingDxCom KnowledgeD4  IntimidationDx  
FightingD4ElectronicsDx  PerformanceDx  
PilotingDxGamblingDx  PersuasionD4  
RidingDxHealingDx      
ShootingDxLang. ownD8      
SthealthD4Lang.Dx      
ThieveryDxLang.Dx      
  Lang.Dx      
  NoticeD4      
  OccultDx      
  PsionicsDx      
  RepairDx      
  ResearchDx      
  ScienceDx     
  SpellcastingDx     
  SurvivalD4     
  TauntDx     
  Weird ScienceDx     

====================================EDGES====================================

*****

====================================FLAWS====================================

*****

====================================ARMOR====================================

NameLocations CoveredProtectionNotes
*******#
   #

===================================WEAPONS===================================

NameRangeDamageRoFAmmoWeightShotsNotes
*****/*/****** 
        
        
        


===================================POWERS====================================

NamePPsRangeEffect
******** 
    
    
    
    

==================================EQUIPMENT==================================

Other gearNotesPrice paidWeight
*****$****#
  $#
  $#
  $#
  $#
  $#
  $#
  $#
  $#
  $#

Total weight on person: **#
Total weight on horse: **#

On Pouch: *gp


=================================DESCRIPTION=================================

******

==================================BACKGROUND=================================

********

====================================NOTES====================================

*******
This message was last edited by the player at 18:11, Fri 08 Dec 2023.
The GM
GM, 178 posts
The End is Nigh!
Wed 13 Dec 2023
at 14:52
  • msg #108

Re: Out Of Character thread

As the second adventure is now ongoing, I'm switching off the flag about requesting new players.
If everything will go to plan, I will switch the flag on again at the end of the second adventure, to find new players for the third adventure.
Alice
player, 17 posts
Half elf Bard
P:5/6 T:5/5 W:0 B:3. P;10
Thu 14 Dec 2023
at 13:58
  • msg #109

Re: Out Of Character thread

The GM:
In reply to The GM (msg # 30):

[OOC: at the moment everybody is operating as if in shaken condition, due to the situation]


According page 94 of SWADE Core Book:
quote:
Shaken

Shaken characters are nicked, bruised, or otherwise rattled. They may only take free actions, such as moving (including running).


So, we could not even try to rescue people or heal them...

Wouldn’t be better a level of environmental fatigue, or distracted (so more difficult to attack) of vulnerable condition?
The GM
GM, 185 posts
The End is Nigh!
Thu 14 Dec 2023
at 14:01
  • msg #110

Re: Out Of Character thread

In reply to Alice (msg # 109):

Yes, I agree with you - I'll rephrase the IC post.
Alice
player, 19 posts
Half elf Bard
P:5/6 T:5/5 W:0 B:3. P;10
Thu 14 Dec 2023
at 20:01
  • msg #111

Re: Out Of Character thread

Editing my last post just for RPG reasons, as it was quite poor...

Only in game change is adding some reflections/questions to Cora
This message was last edited by the player at 20:03, Thu 14 Dec 2023.
Penelope Dewdrop
player, 76 posts
Gnome Support Caster
Bennies: 3 PP 15:5/15:5
Thu 21 Dec 2023
at 22:05
  • msg #112

Re: Out Of Character thread

Mythanar, I'm going to laugh at you if your first attack roll is a fumble =3
Mythanar Uritumal
player, 14 posts
Elf
Swordsmaster
Thu 21 Dec 2023
at 23:03
  • msg #113

Re: Out Of Character thread

I am already preparing my excuses for why it totally wasn’t my fault. 8)
The GM
GM, 210 posts
The End is Nigh!
Mon 25 Dec 2023
at 01:00
  • msg #114

Re: Out Of Character thread

Merry Christmas!
Mythanar Uritumal
player, 16 posts
Elf
Swordsmaster
Mon 25 Dec 2023
at 08:26
  • msg #115

Re: Out Of Character thread

Merry Christmas! :)
Alice
player, 35 posts
Half elf Bard
P:5/6 T:5/5 W:0 B:3. P;10
Mon 25 Dec 2023
at 13:29
  • msg #116

Re: Out Of Character thread

Merry christmas to everyone
Alice
player, 37 posts
Half elf Bard
P:5/6 T:5/5 W:0 B:3. P;10
Mon 25 Dec 2023
at 14:58
  • msg #117

Re: Out Of Character thread

I edited my last post, as I have forgotten about Fernin (my appologies)
Sebastian Tombs
player, 40 posts
Sommelier
An expert on wines
Fri 29 Dec 2023
at 12:44
  • msg #118

Adios.

TLDR; I misunderstood the premise of the game and created a 'Face' character who is going to be completely useless when it comes to hacking through the wilderness or exploring dungeons. It's not fair to take up a place in the game with a character who will just be a spectator 99% of the time, so I'm bowing out.



When I joined the party already had a character with good Thief skills so rather than clash with the player by creating a better skilled Thief, instead I created a Face; the smooth talking con man who could not only bluff his way past the guards but convince them to help load the loot onto his stolen horse too. I purposely took Hindrances, Edges and Skills related to this and left things like fighting at bare minimum.

You can tell how well this worked by looking at the first adventure where Sebastian basically stood at the back defending himself and wasn't even in the same room come the climactic Boss battle. Granted, he was maintaining the fiction that he was a Sommelier and wasn't there on illicit business of his own, but if the party get into a fight what happened in that adventure is pretty much what's going to happen in the next.

He's not able to survive in the wilds, or in a dungeon, and in end-of-the-world circumstances like this he wouldn't be putting himself forward to go save it, he'd be schmoozing his way into the confidences of someone with enough resources to keep him relatively safe.

Now is probably a good time for him to depart; just say he went looking for somewhere to wash up and fell in a river and drowned or something.
Alice
player, 44 posts
Half elf Bard
P:5/6 T:5/5 W:0 B:3. P;10
Fri 29 Dec 2023
at 13:33
  • msg #119

Adios.

Never think a character is useless just because an adventure or two were not what he was made for.

For what you say, last adventure was not Sebastian field, but who knows what will we need when we reach the town, or the next adventure? It would be a shame to needthen a character like Sebastian and missing him...

And don't forget improvements (given at the end of every adventure, if I understood it well) may help you to fine tune Sebastian.

If, regardless all of this, you keep so frustrated as to leave, I can only wish you the best, and better luck in other games.

And of course, a happy 2024!
The GM
GM, 224 posts
The End is Nigh!
Fri 29 Dec 2023
at 17:00
  • msg #120

Adios.

On top of what Alice just said, if you don't feel good with your current character, you can always go for a new one. There is nothing wrong with that. And then maybe in the future you will pick up Sebastian again. This campaign allows it quite easily.
Sebastian Tombs
player, 41 posts
Sommelier
An expert on wines
Sat 30 Dec 2023
at 08:02
  • msg #121

Adios.

Alice:
Never think a character is useless just because an adventure or two were not what he was made for.

For what you say, last adventure was not Sebastian field, but who knows what will we need when we reach the town, or the next adventure? It would be a shame to needthen a character like Sebastian and missing him...

The last adventure was combat, this adventure is wilderness survival. Somehow I doubt even Sebastian can talk a fallen tree into moving off the road, or a forest now apparently devoid of life to supplying a three course meal for the entire column.
Any future adventures? The GM has hinted it will be more of the same.

Alice:
And don't forget improvements (given at the end of every adventure, if I understood it well) may help you to fine tune Sebastian.

Turning an elderly Face character into a murder-hobo fresh from the cookie cutter isn't fine tuning, its complete reconstruction.
Sebastian Tombs
player, 42 posts
Sommelier
An expert on wines
Sat 30 Dec 2023
at 08:04
  • msg #122

Adios.

The GM:
On top of what Alice just said, if you don't feel good with your current character, you can always go for a new one. There is nothing wrong with that. And then maybe in the future you will pick up Sebastian again. This campaign allows it quite easily.

Just zap him out of it.
Alice
player, 48 posts
Half elf Bard
P:5/6 T:5/5 W:0 B:3. P;10
Mon 1 Jan 2024
at 11:39
  • msg #123

Adios.

As I have a family celebration, I don't think I could post until tomorrow afternoon (CEST)
Alice
player, 59 posts
Half elf Bard
P:6/7 T:5/6 W:0 B:3. P;10
Fri 12 Jan 2024
at 18:06
  • msg #124

dice roller

@ GM: Could you please set the dice roller to "record each die" as default too?

To now it has had no problem, but when there are Dms one can easily fail to notice a critical failure if not (e.g. if Alice rolls d4+2,d6+2 and the dice roller says she rolled 3,3, it would be a critical failure, as real rolls would have been 1,1, but it's easy not to realize it).
The GM
GM, 248 posts
The End is Nigh!
Sat 13 Jan 2024
at 15:37
  • msg #125

dice roller

In reply to Alice (msg # 124):

Done.
The GM
GM, 282 posts
The End is Nigh!
Sun 11 Feb 2024
at 14:15
  • msg #126

Out Of Character thread

I can see that the group is getting to the last hurdle of this adventure and soon I'll start recruiting for the third adventure of this campaign...
The GM
GM, 283 posts
The End is Nigh!
Sun 11 Feb 2024
at 19:14
  • msg #127

Out Of Character thread

The second adventure of the campaign is at the last hurdle. It is time for me to reopen the campaign to requests to join from new players.

The new characters will have two extra Advances (as explained here link to a message in this game) and will be able to spend their initial money on goods at standard prices before starting the adventure.
The new characters will be from the town of Pryorbridge, part of the Kingdom of Blackmoor.
About four or five days ago there has been a terrible cataclysm that changed everything you know: a strong earthquake has destroyed most of the town, leaving the majority of your neighbours dead, and many more badly injured. On top of this, to make things more confusing, in the sky there are strange swirling colours day and night.
You are very confused by the terrible situation, grieving the loss of your closest relatives and you would like to help, but you don't know what you can do.
Alice
player, 86 posts
Half elf Bard
P:6/7 T:5/6 W:0 B:3. P;10
Fri 16 Feb 2024
at 06:47
  • msg #128

Out Of Character thread

My mother has died tonight. She was 84 and has died in peace, but expect (at best) reduced activity for some days.
Mythanar Uritumal
player, 41 posts
Elf
Swordsmaster
Fri 16 Feb 2024
at 10:53
  • msg #129

Out Of Character thread

Aw man. I'm sorry for our loss. :(
The GM
GM, 289 posts
The End is Nigh!
Fri 16 Feb 2024
at 18:17
  • msg #130

Out Of Character thread

In reply to Alice (msg # 128):

So sorry. A virtual hug and a pray.
Alice
player, 87 posts
Half elf Bard
P:6/7 T:5/6 W:0 B:3. P;10
Sat 17 Feb 2024
at 08:52
  • msg #131

Out Of Character thread

Thanks to both.
Fenrin Stormhorn
player, 65 posts
Mon 19 Feb 2024
at 07:38
  • msg #132

Out Of Character thread

Firstly hugs and sympathy to Alice for your loss

Then to GM...apologies for dropping out again had a bit of a blip with my health but now back on track
The GM
GM, 296 posts
The End is Nigh!
Mon 19 Feb 2024
at 21:25
  • msg #133

Out Of Character thread

Such is life...
Alice
player, 92 posts
Half elf Bard
P:6/7 T:5/6 W:0 B:3. P;10
Mon 19 Feb 2024
at 21:40
  • msg #134

Out Of Character thread

@Mythanar

It seems now is my turn not to be in the party ;)
Alice
player, 93 posts
Half elf Bard
P:6/7 T:5/6 W:0 B:3. P;10
Tue 20 Feb 2024
at 08:51
  • msg #135

Out Of Character thread

Mythanar Uritumal:
"Come back here, you cowards!" Mythanar complains at the fleeing ogre. "Don't you realise what an honour it would be for you to die by the hands of an elven swordmaster?!"


Non fuyades, cobardes (“don’t flee, cowards”, in old Spanish) Don Quijote shouted to the “giants” while charging them…

Mi señor, que son molinos (“my lord, they are mills”) Sancho Panza warned him

(sorry, I could not refrain myself. That’s what came to my mind when reading your post)
Mythanar Uritumal
player, 46 posts
Elf
Swordsmaster
Tue 20 Feb 2024
at 11:24
  • msg #136

Out Of Character thread

Hehehe...
The GM
GM, 305 posts
The End is Nigh!
Thu 22 Feb 2024
at 21:33
  • msg #137

Out Of Character thread

The second adventure of the campaign is at the last hurdle. It is time for current character to confirm if they want to continue the campaign or if they prefer taking some time off. It is also time to open the campaign to new players.

The new characters will have two extra Advances (as explained here link to a message in this game) and will be able to spend their initial money on goods at standard prices before starting the adventure.
The new characters will be from the town of Pryorbridge, part of the Kingdom of Blackmoor.
About four or five days ago there has been a terrible cataclysm that changed everything you know: a strong earthquake has destroyed most of the town, leaving the majority of your neighbours dead, and many more badly injured. On top of this, to make things more confusing, in the sky there are strange swirling colours day and night.
You are very confused by the terrible situation, grieving the loss of your closest relatives and you would like to help, but you don't know what you can do.
Fenrin Stormhorn
player, 67 posts
Fri 23 Feb 2024
at 10:33
  • msg #138

Out Of Character thread

Still here
Mythanar Uritumal
player, 49 posts
Elf
Swordsmaster
Fri 23 Feb 2024
at 11:26
  • msg #139

Out Of Character thread

Still here. Say, do we get any XP and/or Advances?
Alice
player, 96 posts
Half elf Bard
P:6/7 T:5/6 W:0 B:3. P;10
Fri 23 Feb 2024
at 13:04
  • msg #140

Out Of Character thread

Still here. I guess Alice is cleared somehow of the charges against her and losses her temporary hindrance of being wanted by authorities...
The GM
GM, 306 posts
The End is Nigh!
Fri 23 Feb 2024
at 20:55
  • msg #141

Out Of Character thread

In reply to Mythanar Uritumal (msg # 139):

quote:
Bennies: characters start each adventure of the campaign with three Bennies and when a character draws a Joker during combat, all player characters receive a Benny (as per standard SWADE ruleset, page 88). The Bennies that have not been used at the end of an adventure, are lost: use them or lose them!

quote:
It is intended that characters receive one Advance at the end of each of the twenty adventures of the campaign. Characters joining later on, will have the same level of Advances as well, but for the first adventure after joining (or re-joining) they will have also a Minor Hindrance, to provide a small incentive for continued playing.

The GM
GM, 307 posts
The End is Nigh!
Fri 23 Feb 2024
at 20:56
  • msg #142

Out Of Character thread

In reply to Alice (msg # 140):

As you will meet the Great Priest on the following morning, that will happen on the following morning, but you can already remove that Minor Hindrance.
The GM
GM, 308 posts
The End is Nigh!
Fri 23 Feb 2024
at 21:01
  • msg #143

Out Of Character thread

OK, I will close the IC thread for the second adventure and I will leave the OOC thread open some more days. At the same time, I will open the OOC thread for the third adventure.
Mythanar Uritumal
player, 50 posts
Elf
Swordsmaster
Sat 24 Feb 2024
at 07:02
  • msg #144

Out Of Character thread

Oooh, goodie. I think I'll bump up Smarts, so I can raise Survival and Tracking next time. Clearly I'm going to need to become the nature-savvy elf of the party, and that means I'm going to have to become a little bit less of a meathead. ;)
Penelope Dewdrop
player, 98 posts
Gnome Support Caster
Bennies: 3 PP 15:5/15:5
Sat 24 Feb 2024
at 13:45
  • msg #145

Out Of Character thread

I'll not be continuing on, as I have not enjoyed the GMing style of this game nor the setting/adventures either. It's not what I expected. Just presume Penelope and Minky break away from the party to go their own way after arriving.
The GM
GM, 313 posts
The End is Nigh!
Sat 24 Feb 2024
at 16:37
  • msg #146

Out Of Character thread

In reply to Penelope Dewdrop (msg # 145):

Best of luck! If in the future you will change your mind, you know where we are. Characters can always re-join.
Caradorn
player, 2 posts
Sun 25 Feb 2024
at 12:42
  • msg #147

Out Of Character thread

So I've settled on my attributes, hindrances, and some of my skills.

I started to look at Arcane Backgrounds and powers to decide which Arcane background to go with... and there are so many cool powers that I'm going to have to go Wizard.

I should have my sheet finished tonight or tomorrow.
Alice
player, 98 posts
Half elf Bard
P:6/7 T:5/6 W:0 B:3. P;10
Sun 25 Feb 2024
at 13:19
  • msg #148

Out Of Character thread

Welcome
The GM
GM, 314 posts
The End is Nigh!
Sun 25 Feb 2024
at 13:59
  • msg #149

Out Of Character thread

In reply to Caradorn (msg # 147):

You are joining the third adventure of the series, so you will have three advances and one minor hindrance that will go away at the start of your next adventure link to a message in this game
The GM
GM, 316 posts
The End is Nigh!
Sun 25 Feb 2024
at 18:09
  • msg #150

Out Of Character thread

Part 3 of this campaign just started. I will switch off the flag requesting characters to the campaign :)
Caradorn
player, 3 posts
Sun 25 Feb 2024
at 21:08
  • msg #151

Out Of Character thread

Two questions:

1- Does Penelope's departure leave us without healing in the group?  (I could at least take a decent mundane heal skill as wizards can't get the spell.)

2- Do you chose the extra Hindrance, or should I?
Alice
player, 99 posts
Half elf Bard
P:6/7 T:5/6 W:0 B:3. P;10
Sun 25 Feb 2024
at 21:10
  • msg #152

Out Of Character thread

Alice has also healing spell, and (minimal) knowledge about non magic healing
This message was last edited by the player at 21:10, Sun 25 Feb.
The GM
GM, 317 posts
The End is Nigh!
Sun 25 Feb 2024
at 23:32
  • msg #153

Out Of Character thread

Caradorn:
2- Do you chose the extra Hindrance, or should I?

You can make a proposal, and we start from there.
The GM
GM, 332 posts
The End is Nigh!
Thu 14 Mar 2024
at 21:32
  • msg #154

Out Of Character thread

Caradorn
player, 8 posts
Fri 15 Mar 2024
at 01:07
  • msg #155

Out Of Character thread

That is extremely exciting.
The GM
GM, 334 posts
The End is Nigh!
Fri 15 Mar 2024
at 07:16
  • msg #156

Out Of Character thread

Indeed quite unbelievable!
Alice
player, 107 posts
Half elf Bard
P:6/7 T:5/6 W:0 B:4. P;15
Fri 15 Mar 2024
at 08:17
  • msg #157

Out Of Character thread

Is this related with this campaign?
The GM
GM, 335 posts
The End is Nigh!
Fri 15 Mar 2024
at 17:30
  • msg #158

Out Of Character thread

In reply to Alice (msg # 157):

Difficult to say, as both the Age of the Wolf and End Times are set in the "future" of the classic / original Blackmoor campaign. It is not super clear to me on which timeline Age of the Wolf is exactly set.
Caradorn
player, 12 posts
Fri 22 Mar 2024
at 01:21
  • msg #159

Out Of Character thread

Out of town through Monday, unlikely to be able to post before then.
Fenrin Stormhorn
player, 74 posts
Sun 24 Mar 2024
at 10:59
  • msg #160

Out Of Character thread

Apologies to you all for not posting lately ...been in hospital for a week, my hemochromatosis caused issues with the small blood vessels under the skin on my left leg and it got badly infected so I've been in having treatment and drip fed antibiotics....got discharged yesterday....Will catch up overcthe next few days and post as soon as I can

Thanks for all your patients
Alice
player, 115 posts
Half elf Bard
P:6/7 T:5/6 W:0 B:4. P;15
Sun 24 Mar 2024
at 11:34
  • msg #161

Out Of Character thread

I hope you fel better now.

Take care, what you explain is not to be taken lightly...
The GM
GM, 347 posts
The End is Nigh!
Sun 24 Mar 2024
at 13:53
  • msg #162

Out Of Character thread

In reply to Fenrin Stormhorn (msg # 160):

All the best, feel well very soon!
The GM
GM, 366 posts
The End is Nigh!
Mon 1 Apr 2024
at 22:21
  • msg #163

Out Of Character thread

Hey, we just passed the 1,000 posts milestone for this campaign!
The GM
GM, 391 posts
The End is Nigh!
Wed 17 Apr 2024
at 17:46
  • msg #164

Out Of Character thread

Next week I'll be traveling and probably I won't be able to post.
The GM
GM, 410 posts
The End is Nigh!
Thu 2 May 2024
at 20:34
  • msg #165

Out Of Character thread

Current adventure is getting close to its end, so I'm re-opening the campaign for requests to join.

New characters joining for the Part 4 of the campaign will be citizens of the town of Pryorbridge, that during last few days have lived through the traumatic experience of a cataclysm beyond belief: everything started with an terrible earthquake (still followed by frequent aftershocks), but then more worrying signs have appeared, such as strange swirling colours of the sky and other, even weirder displays of arcane energies. The world as you know it has collapsed.
Many passed away, crushed under collapsed buildings, but most survivors are wounded in their bodies or in their minds as well.
All civil authorities and guardians of the order before the cataclysm have fallen and Pryorbridge is now governed by the old High Priest Hastat the Blessed, with the help of some Priests and a handful of Temple Guards. Half of the Temple collapsed, but the other half is still standing and the Priests are taking care of the wounded and of the hungry.

The new characters that want to join the group have been healed in the Temple, are now feeling better and they feel ready to return the favour and help the High Priest in whatever he will ask them.

See more detail about the character creation for Part 4 here: link to a message in this game
This message was last edited by the GM at 20:46, Thu 02 May.
The GM
GM, 413 posts
The End is Nigh!
Thu 2 May 2024
at 20:58
  • msg #166

Out Of Character thread

During May and the first half of June I will travel quite frequently. It is likely that I won't be able to post for two or three days per week.
Please don't be worried by this temporary slow down :)
Alice
player, 163 posts
Half elf Bard
P:6/7 T:5/6 W:0 B:5. P;7
Fri 3 May 2024
at 11:46
  • msg #167

Out Of Character thread

Thanks for the warning
Caradorn
player, 31 posts
Thu 16 May 2024
at 17:34
  • msg #168

Out Of Character thread

Still mid-move and internet is out.  Almost out of data on phone as well.  Will try to get on to read at libraries/etc at least once per week, but please feel free to NPC me as needed until I get internet back.  May be another 10 days.
The GM
GM, 463 posts
The End is Nigh!
Thu 16 May 2024
at 19:52
  • msg #169

Out Of Character thread

In reply to Caradorn (msg # 168):

No worries: you missed Part 4 of the campaign, but you can still re-join the group at the beginning of Part 5, for example, or at the beginning of a following Part / adventure.
The GM
GM, 466 posts
The End is Nigh!
Thu 16 May 2024
at 20:32
  • msg #170

Out Of Character thread

The GM:
During May and the first half of June I will travel quite frequently. It is likely that I won't be able to post for two or three days per week.
Please don't be worried by this temporary slow down :)

Next week for example I will be travelling between Monday and Thursday...
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