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(Pregame Setup) The Age of Soot - Chapter One: Into The Smoke

Started by Senkennomei, March 03, 2006, 05:26:47 PM

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Raelifin

Yeah, I think a good rule to follow is to create a character and then throw him into the campaign. Creating a chararacter with thre game in mind is just going to hinder the creative process. (I keep a mental list of characters and their personalities for whenever I need a new one)

Túrin

I'm interested in playing, but I would like to know first how often you're going to expect us to post (this IS a PbP right?).

Will we be playing on this site?

I assume psionics are out?

Thx,
Túrin
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"Then shall the last battle be gathered on the fields of Valinor. In that day Tulkas shall strive with Melko, and on his right shall stand Fionwe and on his left Turin Turambar, son of Hurin, Conqueror of Fate; and it shall be the black sword of Turin that deals unto Melko his death and final end; and so shall the Children of Hurin and all men be avenged." - J.R.R. Tolkien, The Shaping of Middle-Earth

Senkennomei

Yes, it's a PbP. Ishmayl hasn't made a forum for PbPs yet, so I'm keeping it in the DD until further notice.

Yes, psionics are out, sadly. I was considering using it, but it would create too many issues with what I have planned out for the party. In time you may encounter psionics (still undecided), in which case you can unlock the powers of your character's mind with the aid of another.

Oh, and a little advice: you are going to want a character who can move quickly, so I discourage that you go with a tank that isn't able to carry his arse any slower than 20 feet.
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Túrin

I would like to point out that you didn't answer my first (and primary) question, namely what rate of posting you will be expecting from your players.

Thanks for the answers. Advice duly noted. ;)
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"Then shall the last battle be gathered on the fields of Valinor. In that day Tulkas shall strive with Melko, and on his right shall stand Fionwe and on his left Turin Turambar, son of Hurin, Conqueror of Fate; and it shall be the black sword of Turin that deals unto Melko his death and final end; and so shall the Children of Hurin and all men be avenged." - J.R.R. Tolkien, The Shaping of Middle-Earth

CYMRO

Quote from: TúrinI would like to point out that you didn't answer my first (and primary) question, namely what rate of posting you will be expecting from your players.

Thanks for the answers. Advice duly noted. ;)

I think I can give this a try.  Are you going to start a new thread when you have a group of the appropriate size?

Raelifin

Yes, once character sheets are made ect. The age of soot game will be created for totally in character playing.

Turin: To quote the DM "Iâ,¬,,¢m looking for PCs who will be online a lot and are able to post frequently. While post size isnâ,¬,,¢t too big a deal, I prefer people who make posts long enough to cover all the details of what their character is doing."

Túrin

I noticed that but I need a more specific answer. I think I will be able to make a post two or three times a week (one in the weekend, one on Tuesday and possibly Wednesday). Will that suffice?

Also, Raelifin, I mean this in the most non-offensive way possible but uhm... are you speaking with authority?
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"Then shall the last battle be gathered on the fields of Valinor. In that day Tulkas shall strive with Melko, and on his right shall stand Fionwe and on his left Turin Turambar, son of Hurin, Conqueror of Fate; and it shall be the black sword of Turin that deals unto Melko his death and final end; and so shall the Children of Hurin and all men be avenged." - J.R.R. Tolkien, The Shaping of Middle-Earth

Raelifin

Haha, I can see your concern. I keep in close contact (read: he bugs be every three seconds) with Senkennomei and he can tell me if I step out of line. I was the one who suggested that he could start a game here instead of on the WotC forums that we both frequent. He seems to be following their format so I figured I'd elaborate for those who haven't done any PbP before.

Túrin

That's alright then. So, any idea whether the frequency I mentioned would be enough?
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"Then shall the last battle be gathered on the fields of Valinor. In that day Tulkas shall strive with Melko, and on his right shall stand Fionwe and on his left Turin Turambar, son of Hurin, Conqueror of Fate; and it shall be the black sword of Turin that deals unto Melko his death and final end; and so shall the Children of Hurin and all men be avenged." - J.R.R. Tolkien, The Shaping of Middle-Earth

Senkennomei

3 or 4 times a week should be fine. I'm multitasking with another game and I don't frequent these boards as much as I do the WOTC ones, so that rate is perfect.
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Túrin

Fair enough. I'll try to work up a character next week. Anything you particularly want to know about the character in advance (besides stats and a short biography)?

Right now I think I'm going with a recent idea of mine of basing a character on Aristotelian philosophy, though that might change as I get into more detail.

;) Túrin
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"Then shall the last battle be gathered on the fields of Valinor. In that day Tulkas shall strive with Melko, and on his right shall stand Fionwe and on his left Turin Turambar, son of Hurin, Conqueror of Fate; and it shall be the black sword of Turin that deals unto Melko his death and final end; and so shall the Children of Hurin and all men be avenged." - J.R.R. Tolkien, The Shaping of Middle-Earth

Senkennomei

What race would be good: I am narrowing down the tribal races based on what creatures all the PCs select.
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Túrin

Speaking of races, you don't have Killoren and Catfolk linked in the OP. What are they?
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"Then shall the last battle be gathered on the fields of Valinor. In that day Tulkas shall strive with Melko, and on his right shall stand Fionwe and on his left Turin Turambar, son of Hurin, Conqueror of Fate; and it shall be the black sword of Turin that deals unto Melko his death and final end; and so shall the Children of Hurin and all men be avenged." - J.R.R. Tolkien, The Shaping of Middle-Earth

Wix of Bel-Air

Jurukin
Male canus rogue 1
CN Medium humanoid (Canus)
Init: +7; Sense: darkvision 60ft., scent 30ft. (5ft.); Listen +2, Spot +2
Languages: Common, Gnoll
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AC 15; touch 13 flat-footed 12
hp 8 (1 HD)
Raw Hunger
Fort +2 Ref +5 Will -1
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Speed 30ft.
Melee: morningstar +1 (1d8+1/20)
Ranged: light crossbow +3 (1d8/19-20)
Base Atk +0; Grp +1;
Sneak Attack (+1d6)
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Abilities: Str 13 Dex 16 Con 14 Int 13 Wis 8 Cha 14
Feats: Improved Initiative
Skills: Balance +5, Bluff +4, Diplomacy +4, Disable Device +5, Disguise +4, Gather Information +5, Hide +7, Jump +2, Listen +1, Move Silently +7, Open Lock +7, Search +5, Spot +1, Tumble +5, Use Magic Device +4
Possessions: Leather Armor, Morningstar, Light Crossbow, Quiver w/10 bolts; Backpack: Bedroll, Silk Rope (50ft.) w/ grappling hook, Sack (empty), waterskin (empty); Explorer's outfit: Mstwk Thieve's Tools, Trail Rations (1), Belt Pouch w/19 gp, 13 sp;
Weight: 44.5lbs. /50lbs.
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Appearance: Brown and green clothes with a funny green hood, scar over cheek, 12 years old, 6ft., 199lbs.;
Eats brains here! Ugh!
That is not dead which can eternal lie,
And with strange aeons even death may die.

[spoiler=Cthulhu]"To obtain a deep, restful, and fulfilling sleep, you must first submerge yourself in your cyclopean city of hideous non-Euclidean geometries beneath the sea, and then let your body die. But don't worry! As long as you continue to emanate enough evil thought-energy to influence and control your many worshippers throughout the untold eons, they will resurrect you when the time comes. I guarantee it!" [/spoiler]
[spoiler=Wash]
Yes. Yes, this is a fertile land, and we will thrive."

(as Stegosaurus) "We will rule over all this land, and we will call it... 'This Land'."

(as T-Rex) "I think we should call it...your grave!"

(Stegosaurus) "Ah, curse your sudden but inevitable betrayal!"

(T-Rex) "Ha ha HA! Mine is an evil laugh...now die!"
[/spoiler]
[spoiler=Stanza 11]
No! penury, inertness and grimace,
In some strange sort, were the land's portion. "See
Or shut your eyes," said Nature peevishly,
"It nothing skills: I cannot help my case:
'Tis the Last Judgment's fire must cure this place,
Calcine its clods and set my prisoners free."
[/spoiler]

Senkennomei

Quote from: TúrinSpeaking of races, you don't have Killoren and Catfolk linked in the OP. What are they?

They are from Races of the Wild, and not available in the SRD.

Wixman: I hope you will go more in-depth with your character's physical description. A background and personality section would also be greatly appreciated. Just post what you would as if you were doing a submission on WOTC. While competition is very low (maybe even non-existant), it is easier on myself and the other players to formulate interactions with the information.
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