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Since discussions of it are cropping up out of Tabletop Games, here's an all-purpose thread for players and GM's.

Diamonnes In Riastrad from Ulster Since: Nov, 2009
In Riastrad
#276: Apr 22nd 2011 at 7:20:01 AM

Sorry mate, I only run offline as of yet. Maptools is complex.

My name is Cu Chulainn. Beside the raging sea I am left to moan. Sorrow I am, for I brought down my only son.
stevebat Since: Nov, 2009
#277: Apr 22nd 2011 at 1:58:40 PM

Wouldn't Open Rpg (and/or Traipse) be better in this situation?

Apocalypse: Dirge Of Swans.
FarseerLolotea from America's Finest City Since: Jan, 2001 Relationship Status: Drift compatible
#278: Apr 25th 2011 at 3:41:59 PM

I've decided that there are two characters I want to play at some point in the future: a slightly creepy Genki Girl necromancer, and a showy, flamboyant bard. I blame the media for both.

TheyCallMeTomu Since: Jan, 2001 Relationship Status: Anime is my true love
#279: Apr 25th 2011 at 4:11:07 PM

Play both at once and be a Dirgesinger.

stevebat Since: Nov, 2009
#280: Apr 25th 2011 at 5:01:41 PM

After the issues with the last game I played as a player, I now want to get into Dming the only problem is I have never dm'd before.

Apocalypse: Dirge Of Swans.
blueharp Since: Dec, 1969
#281: Apr 25th 2011 at 5:05:11 PM

There's a first time for everybody. Having a fun, open-ended game is my recommendation.

TheyCallMeTomu Since: Jan, 2001 Relationship Status: Anime is my true love
#282: Apr 25th 2011 at 5:07:19 PM

Well steve, as a DM myself all I can say is, make sure it's a game you're passionate about. Don't be convinced into running a campaign that doesn't conform to your own preferences.

Also, read my blog for ideas. THAT IS THE BEST ADVICE OF ALL.

Ana Since: Jan, 2001
#283: Apr 26th 2011 at 4:42:48 AM

The most challenging part of DMing is information management. Just start a game or pick a premade module, then improve the problems you've encountered as you go along. If you start out trying to be the best DM possible from the get go, you'll drown in all the possible caveats you learn naturally otherwise and it will be a disappointing experience.

Diamonnes In Riastrad from Ulster Since: Nov, 2009
In Riastrad
#284: Apr 29th 2011 at 4:21:46 PM

@Tom: I refuse to read the advice of a hypocrite! XD

@Steve: My one tip is don't get newbie players as a newbie DM. I tried it, it was terrible. Find players that are experienced and cooperative, so that they can help you help them help us all.

My name is Cu Chulainn. Beside the raging sea I am left to moan. Sorrow I am, for I brought down my only son.
Diamonnes In Riastrad from Ulster Since: Nov, 2009
In Riastrad
#285: Apr 30th 2011 at 8:53:09 AM

Sorry for double-post, but this thread needs a BUMP!

I've come across a few complaints (and apparently even one from Shelly Mazzanoble, whom I normally adore but not at the moment) that you can't play a Vampire (Whatever Class). What's the deal? It takes literally ONE feat choice to effectively make a Vampire character with another class. Just play a Vryloka with the Vampire Bloodline feat, and say it's a Vampire. The Dhampyr Blood Drain is the main Vampire mechanic, right there, in a different form. Not only that, but you can take some Vryloka racial powers, and flesh (heh) out the rest of the Dhampyr feat tree if you want even more Vampirism.

Mechanically, you won't be shattering the game by playing two classes at once, but you'll still get all the delicious, bloodsucking flavour of playing a Vampire. It's the perfect solution*

!

Is this really too difficult to grasp?

edited 30th Apr '11 8:54:22 AM by Diamonnes

My name is Cu Chulainn. Beside the raging sea I am left to moan. Sorrow I am, for I brought down my only son.
allaboutsoul Since: Jan, 2001
#286: May 5th 2011 at 6:38:54 PM

It's a D&D music video! "Roll a D6", parody of "Like a G6"

http://vimeo.com/23248158

TheyCallMeTomu Since: Jan, 2001 Relationship Status: Anime is my true love
#287: May 15th 2011 at 4:19:50 PM

You know, I'm kind of surprised this thread isn't some kind of megathread. Is Dn D just not popular on TV Tropes?

CyganAngel Away on the wind~ from Arcadia Since: Oct, 2010
Away on the wind~
#288: May 15th 2011 at 7:25:28 PM

I think most people here prefer console RPG's.

That said, I don't have a game, therefore nothing to say about it -shrug-

There are too many toasters in my chimney!
Dynamod -Nudge- from Eagle Land Since: Jan, 2011
-Nudge-
#289: May 15th 2011 at 7:30:27 PM

well, there's not much to say about DND that hasn't been said somewhere else. :/

Add me on skype! Dynamod1990
TheyCallMeTomu Since: Jan, 2001 Relationship Status: Anime is my true love
#290: May 15th 2011 at 7:32:01 PM

And no one has any campaigns they're running. Man, what bastards-someone should start up a new campaign, huh?

blueharp Since: Dec, 1969
TheyCallMeTomu Since: Jan, 2001 Relationship Status: Anime is my true love
blueharp Since: Dec, 1969
#293: May 15th 2011 at 7:36:39 PM

I told you, you weren't my only forum when we met.

TheyCallMeTomu Since: Jan, 2001 Relationship Status: Anime is my true love
#294: May 15th 2011 at 7:38:28 PM

I can't believe I thought you cared! <Bites handkerchief for 1d4-1 damage>

CyganAngel Away on the wind~ from Arcadia Since: Oct, 2010
Away on the wind~
#295: May 15th 2011 at 7:41:06 PM

A new campaign would be good, but internet >_>

That said... We should make a Roguelike campaign! Once a week, your character ain't expected to actually live until the end of the session... That way, it don't matter so much if people don't show.

There are too many toasters in my chimney!
TheyCallMeTomu Since: Jan, 2001 Relationship Status: Anime is my true love
#296: May 15th 2011 at 7:42:21 PM

Ooooo sounds good to me! But I hate low level games. Repeatedly having to play a 1st level wizard that just DIES every week would be pretty terrible.

blueharp Since: Dec, 1969
#297: May 15th 2011 at 7:43:29 PM

Switch to a Player Experience model.

Also, Dark Sun rule.

CyganAngel Away on the wind~ from Arcadia Since: Oct, 2010
Away on the wind~
#298: May 15th 2011 at 7:43:53 PM

Start at 10th level, with encounters designed for a team of 4 14th level characters.

There are too many toasters in my chimney!
TheyCallMeTomu Since: Jan, 2001 Relationship Status: Anime is my true love
#299: May 15th 2011 at 8:01:03 PM

Tenth level you say? Muaa haa haa haa haa!

3.5 I assume?

CyganAngel Away on the wind~ from Arcadia Since: Oct, 2010
Away on the wind~
#300: May 15th 2011 at 8:02:11 PM

3.5 edition indeed.

Of course, as it's a roguelike you're expected to minmax just so you aren't slaughtered by the first five creatures you encounter.

There are too many toasters in my chimney!

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