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I think it would be cool to run a group through 5 sessions, but that would be hard on a FG CON. I think the Trail of Apprentice series are 3-4 hour shots. The AAW ones I have are shorter , but quite fun. Will start getting myself familiar with the modules. Loved the last FGCON and I want to help make this one even better!Quote:
Originally Posted by damned
I love your enthusiasm, but I would not recommend 5 sessions for the convention, and certainly not for your first time DMing. Some GMs have ran multi-session games at previous FG Cons, but this is mostly a maximum of three sessions - usually running at the same time on Friday, Saturday and Sunday.Quote:
Originally Posted by Teufelhunde87
Additionally, I think you're underestimating how long it will take to run each of the Trail of the Apprentice parts. I'm sure you can prune each down to fit within a convention timeslot though, if that is what you want to do.
I'd recommend you stick to 1-3 events for FG Con 10 - no need to burn yourself out and there will always be plenty of other opportunities in the future. Plus, as you haven't GM'd before, I would strongly recommend that you run a test session a few weeks before the convention - this will give you an idea of timing, get some experience GMing in FG and give you some ideas for the convention. Don't go into the convention cold as a GM!
Agreed! The Cool to run a group through comment was aimed at later! I ran through some of the Trail series on my own to get a feel, I feel they can be moved along in some areas if needed. The AAW modules I have would definitely fit in the time slots, so I am leaning towards those but I do like the Trial series a lot.Quote:
Originally Posted by Trenloe
It is very good. Definitely think about running it outside of FG Con! :)Quote:
Originally Posted by Teufelhunde87
Thanks! Will do!Quote:
Originally Posted by Trenloe
The Con timeslot typically allows for around 3 combat encounters and some roleplaying/challenge ones. No more.
You can also run the same session on more than one day to lower your prep effort.
As Trenloe says dont try and overdo it - run 1-3 sessions and if you want more - play in a couple too!
I would like to pop in some of the AL 1 hour adventures. Mine will of course be all text for those unable to go voice, but still looking to participate.
(Teufelhunde and I were talking via PM earlier and I will help him practice and get up to speed as an FG GM and ready to go.)
Fantastic, and thanks, on both counts! :)Quote:
Originally Posted by LindseyFan
So, this idea has been tossed out before, and isn't mine, so...
Would there be value in some of us hosting a "How to GM at FG Con" on March 25th? I would be willing to help, and could host a GoTo Meeting so screen sharing etc can be done. If people are interested, why don't we start another thread?
Hola LordEntrails this concept is always a good concept and equally it could be run at FG Con as well.
This type of session is great to record as well.