Topic: Add On Story. Fill in 3 words!
Subject: the epic battle continues?
(loses his temper)
Posted on 2008-01-19 at 02:02:38.
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Topic: Rayeskell Gaming thread
Subject: Silent witness (for now)...
Well, now. What do you know? Shan comes into a small sleepy-looking lake town, expecting an uneventful stay, and witnesses a murder? And the brute at the bar jumps up like he's going to capture the evil-doer. Even Shan couldn't get out from behind the table in time, and she was closer. He didn't have a chance and should have seen it. He probably would have realized it if he knew his abilities as well as he should. To be fair, everybody in here was caught off-guard by the stabbing, but the ugly one at the bar was just too far away, and he could have reacted faster. Shan was on her feet even before he started to move, but she had chosen to put the table between her and the center of the room, her back to the wall, and she knew that the drab man would escape before she could round it to intercept him. The table had become a liability to quick movement in at least one direction. She'd have to remember that.
And the suddenness, the quickness of the death proclaimed by the bartender. Poison, maybe? There, her knowledge was somewhat weak, but she had heard of some poisons that acted almost immediately, within a few heartbeats or a few steps ...
But she had a precise description, in case no one else did. And if the local constabulary didn't catch him -- and she didn't think it likely -- she knew what to look for.
The bartender rushed to the fallen man's aid while she stood and mused, causing her a certain amount of embarrassment, quickly subdued. He would not have had time to get a good look at the person who did the stabbing. When he pronounced the man dead, she closed her eyes, dropped her head, and silently wished a bright flight for the spirit suddenly bereft of a body. Big 'n Ugly then asked if he knew the man that had been stabbed, and she jerked her head up suddenly to hear the answer. Okay, so maybe he was Big and Not-Quite-So-Dumb. And that question brought others to her mind that she intended to ask, but first she had to find out what information would be given freely.
As she listened, she glanced at the woman who had arrived just before the altercation. She was not familiar with the mode of dress, but she looked capable of defending herself. A warrior's look, but a more peaceful demeanor than most. In spite of the suddenness of the recent event, she seemed almost as calm as Shan herself, and that was something to be commended -- later.
Posted on 2008-01-18 at 04:49:01.
Edited on 2008-01-20 at 02:58:37 by Longshadow
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Topic: The One Word Game
Subject: Oooo, good one!
bait
Posted on 2008-01-17 at 07:00:53.
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Topic: Getting to know you
Subject: Ewwww!
'Fye wanna fish, I wanna make sure I killed it so's it's fresh, at least! Ugh!
Posted on 2008-01-17 at 06:49:56.
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Topic: Add On Story. Fill in 3 words!
Subject: Okay.
Utan came in ...
Posted on 2008-01-17 at 06:45:06.
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Topic: ^ < V game
Subject: dances, yes ...
^ adds nauseum
< dances, yes, but to Trans-Siberian Orchestra's "Wizards in Winter". More of a let-it-all-go tribal beat ...
v believes the rumors that Elvis is alive, Princess Diana is merely hiding, and K-Fed and Janet Jackson are dating...
Posted on 2008-01-16 at 00:07:57.
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Topic: Corrupt a wish
Subject: knows what a rAptoran is ...
Granted. You become a reptoran -- with 4 wings! Two on each ankle with a wingspan of 5 inches. Unfortunately, you have also find yourself employed hand-writing critical evaluations of every re-run episode of Gilligan's Island -- in an island library.
I wish that TRSG would become a rAptoran.
Posted on 2008-01-15 at 23:51:06.
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Topic: ^ < V game
Subject: Been there, done that ...
^ Seems upset that his thunder-cup has turned up empty.
< Did as suggested and ended up only ankle-deep in depth. While there was a certain amusement factor, an answering 'dissertation' would require topic "substance", so ...
v was dropped by the doctor when born
Posted on 2008-01-14 at 16:43:16.
Edited on 2008-01-14 at 16:44:57 by Longshadow
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Topic: Corrupt a wish
Subject: nah!
Granted. Utan does post, but all of his posts are "bounced" back to his computer without arriving at their intended destination ...
I wish all presidential campaigns from now on would consist only of "My past record speaks for me." and "I won't speak ill of my colleague."
Posted on 2008-01-14 at 16:31:01.
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Topic: Add On Story. Fill in 3 words!
Subject: ummm ...
fall and sprawl
Posted on 2008-01-14 at 16:22:14.
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Topic: The One Word Game
Subject: Super -silly?
One who is conceited is unjustifiably excessive in appreciation of their own worth or virtue.
One who is convinced is unjustifiably sure of their own worth or virtue.
One who is confident is justifiably certain of their own worth or virtue, and can back it up if necessary ...
Ridicule
Posted on 2008-01-14 at 16:17:12.
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Topic: The Would You Rather Game
Subject: typical ...
... male: Ditz=Blonde ...
and society is to blame, for the most part.
(you bet me to this one, Lysk)
Answer: Fun. Romance can come later, after (or if) you get to know the person.
Margarita(s).
Loss of sight or loss of hearing?
Posted on 2008-01-14 at 15:52:29.
Edited on 2008-01-14 at 15:55:09 by Longshadow
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Topic: New/Old DM's
Subject: Agreeing with Aym
Some of her points may be repeated here, but this is another perspective:
First of all, Moria. YOU have to set the tone, the background, more important, the rules! If you have gone to the effort to create an interesting scenario, the players need to put some effort into making it enjoyable also. Unfortunately too many GMs start a game just because they want some friends to gather and have fun, then they lose control (and enjoyment) to the player(s) whose only goal is to see if they can control the game with their character. To these players, its not about fun for all, it's about taking the control away from the GM. It's rude and wrong, but sometimes it's just that simple.
The "dueling GMs" (in their own respective games) would probably not put up with what you seem to be allowing. They would want the respect and lack of "internal bickering" to which they themselves are subjecting you. If they can show you this lack of respect, they simply won't see it if mentioned to them (lots of experience with this sort of behavior).
If you have been GM other games for 8 years and haven't learned to say any or all of the following, it should be first on your list:
"Hold it."
"This stops here and now."
"Now, we play, but with MY rules."
"We'll discuss this AFTER the game. Take notes"
You don't need to be a dictator. As DM/GM of ANY game, you can listen to a few statements initially, but YOU need to stop further discussion until after the session. Let them know before you even start, every time, that if they have problems, they need to learn to do a few things (it is not up to you to do all the writing):
0. (if applicable) You are relatively new to this and may make mistakes. You would appreciate any helpful suggestions(not dictations).
1. State their concern -- once. No reasons, no discussion. That can be done later. YOU will make the decision on all disputes in the game.
2. Write it down for further dicussion later,
IF it is necessary.
3. Continue the game as if the issue did not arise.
4. Discuss the issue(s) after the session. THEN if yo want to change or compromise, inform them you will do so from the next session on.
5. End the game immediately (no experience points) if:
They persist in dragging the issue out, or
If they cannot abide by #1, 2, and/or 3. Do not do #4 until they can do #1, 2, and 3.
After a few times, most get the message, and you don't have to use step 5. Also, you will "weed out" the players who want to take control of a game with their characters, but don't want to put the effort into GMing one themselves.
Discussion is great for a game, but there are times when a player or players just want to make their point, and/or "want the game to go their way or it won't be interesting". If these players keep on with this argument type, you need to decide whether or not it is in the best interest to allow them to continue.
One thing to remember: If you do not finish a scenario, it is not necessarily a failure on your part. There are other people and other factors involved. However, yu can learn from it and maybe keep it from happening again later.
I can go on, but I think I should gag myself for now. I hope this helps. It may not work for everyone, but it worked for me ...
Posted on 2008-01-13 at 16:51:07.
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Topic: Vote for the Inn
Subject: I just became #72
... with another "Don't Miss ..."
I didn't know about this until I went "walkabout" through the site forums. It's amazing what you can miss when you don't explore!
Posted on 2008-01-11 at 18:48:34.
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Topic: Getting to know you
Subject: i guess they're okay ...
the only song I like from Metallica is "Nothing Else Matters".
And Lysk, I got a portable DVD player, too. They ROCK when you're mad at someone you live with and they don't want you to ignore them (or won't let you ...)
Posted on 2008-01-11 at 18:36:06.
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Topic: The Would You Rather Game
Subject: Simple
V-8, for two reasons. It has more kick than V-6, and have you ever tried to make a Bloody Mary with Orange Juice?
OMG! Yuck!
All-you-can-eat hot buttered popcorn with lotsa salt or all-you-can-eat cream-cheese-filled strawberries dipped in chocolate fondue?
Posted on 2008-01-10 at 23:51:57.
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Topic: ^ < V game
Subject: do I dare?
^ is mistaken. Utan is male. Therefore he is a harpo, not a harpie ... or maybe he is a harpee, and
< becomes, therefore, the harper, unless she is also mistaken.
v is just wrong.
Posted on 2008-01-10 at 16:58:05.
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Topic: Corrupt a wish
Subject: Ahahaaaaaaa!
Granted! He now has half a brain on the back of each hand. (and that's half a brain more than he started with ...)
I wish Grugg would finally admit that he admires Utan for his wit, good looks, and overall nice-guy-ness (awwwww! Now I gotta go throw up...)
Posted on 2008-01-10 at 16:50:42.
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Topic: The Would You Rather Game
Subject: they both have too much sugar
But I'll take the flakes. You can have the pseudo-quasi-semi-nearly-almost-kinda marshmallows.
Lambourghini's Countach or Dodge's Viper?
Posted on 2008-01-10 at 16:41:35.
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Topic: Thinking of starting a new 3.5 campaign, looking for 4-5 players
Subject: okayyy....
I just caught this, but only after I had sent my char stats. So she has 36 hp (4d8+4) and 6Kxp (beginning 4th lvl)... change noted.
Posted on 2008-01-10 at 16:11:24.
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Topic: Corrupt a wish
Subject: done!
Each book you desire is at your fingertips when needed, but as soon as you get each one in your hands, it crumbles to dust as you open it.
I wish I could type without type-ohs ...
Posted on 2008-01-10 at 01:15:31.
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Topic: Thinking of starting a new 3.5 campaign, looking for 4-5 players
Subject: Hee-hee!
U-tan got buuu-sted! U-tan got buuu-sted!
Even I knew that one ...
(added)
Oh, and count me in. I have a human femme Monk4 that has been poking me with her staff, bugging me to put her somewheres ...
Posted on 2008-01-09 at 22:23:28.
Edited on 2008-01-09 at 22:35:37 by Longshadow
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Topic: Thinking of starting a new 3.5 campaign, looking for 4-5 players
Subject: Info?
I will accept any and all info you are willing to divulge.
Do you have a projected start? Or will it begin when it all comes together?
Posted on 2008-01-09 at 06:54:06.
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Topic: Add On Story. Fill in 3 words!
Subject: ???
... using banana peels.  
Posted on 2008-01-08 at 03:24:51.
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Topic: What do you do....
Subject: Stuff it!
Find you a can and put him in it,
Tape on the lid, then juggle and spin it,
Mean, but it sounded like fun though, di'n it?
Earlye in the mornin'
Posted on 2008-01-08 at 03:21:30.
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