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GunnarGreybeard

January 11th, 2015, 22:09

I will be running a short homebrew 5E game in HarnWorld partially to get myself back in practice with FG (its been a few years and will be my first game using any of the D&D rulesets) and for those wanting to try 5E. Initially I am intending for this to be just a one shot, or 2, if it carries over past the first session but, there is the chance that it will turn into a long term campaign if there is enough interest. We will be using the free Basic Rules so PC's are limited to the 4 basic classes and races.

Be forewarned, at this point the game will be 'text chat only'! This means things will likely go slow at least until we get into a rhythm.

I will have the server up for character generation/creation this coming Tuesday (1/13/2015) at 7PM CST with the 1st session scheduled for Wednesday (1/14/2015) at 7PM CST.

The server alias should be 'cold idol young keep'. I have the ultimate license so anyone can join with any FG version, including the demo.

The Calendar page is https://www.fantasygrounds.com/calendar/index.xcp?id=1320

Doc Sportello

January 12th, 2015, 03:41

Thanks for running the game! I hope to be able to play, but I'm not sure yet. I'll let you know soon.

GunnarGreybeard

January 12th, 2015, 06:26

Was kind of a short notice but wanted to set something up as soon as possible. I'll post more game info here shortly.

GunnarGreybeard

January 12th, 2015, 08:30

Everyone will start at 1st level and character creation stats will be 'roll 4d6, drop the lowest, arrange as you want'. If anyone would rather play a pregen, just PM me a race and class and I'll set it up for you.

GunnarGreybeard

January 13th, 2015, 19:59

Still planning to have the server up tonight at 7PM CST for character creation. Anyone interested in seeing the 5E ruleset from a player standpoint while connected to a live host is welcome to connect and poke around. I only have the Basic Rules parsed but think I have it set right so you can look access and look around in them.

At some point I plan to make a regular campaign but for now its mainly character creation for a one shot and 5e familiarization.

FG Server Alias: cold idol young keep

GunnarGreybeard

January 14th, 2015, 00:03

Looks like I typo'd the server alias earlier. Updated my posts and signature, should be 'cold idol young keep'.

OwnageStar

January 14th, 2015, 00:30

Is this going to be a one off? Been trying to learn this program.

GunnarGreybeard

January 14th, 2015, 00:35

Tonight is mainly character creation for those who want to see how it works and then tomorrow, same time, I plan to run a few combats and stuff for those who want to mess around with that. Its been a really long time since I DM'd in FG and then it was only using the RMC ruleset so its kind of a refresher course for me too.

If there is enough interest, I plan to start up a full campaign.

OwnageStar

January 14th, 2015, 00:36

ok sorry for double post.

Doc Sportello

January 14th, 2015, 03:26

Just tried to connect, using 'cold idol young keep', but I may be too late. It's okay -- I may not get home in time tomorrow anyway. Hope it went well tonight.

GunnarGreybeard

January 14th, 2015, 03:33

Yeah, we just disconnected. Got 2 PC's pretty much all fleshed out. Plan for tomorrow is to walk through an encounter or 2 on the combat tracker/process and poke around some more. If you have a licensed FG copy I believe you can create a 5e character between now and then and then load it when you join tomorrow if you have time. Should be 7-9 PM CST again tomorrow night.

Doc Sportello

January 14th, 2015, 03:45

I do have the $40 Steam license, so I'll go ahead and create a 5e character tonight or tomorrow. What classes did your two PCs make? My preference would be a wizard, but I can make something else if you're missing something crucial like a cleric. Also, I like your idea of rolling stats using best-3-of-4 rolls. I'm happy to save my chatlog so you know I don't cheat, though I'm not sure how to go about doing that.

I'm cautiously optimistic about making it at 7 pm CST (8 pm EST) tomorrow night.

OwnageStar

January 14th, 2015, 06:10

We have Rogue and Druid so you can play Wizard if you choose to.

Doc Sportello

January 14th, 2015, 18:01

Sounds good. I'm cautiously optimistic that I'll have time to make a character after work in time to join you guys this evening.

OwnageStar

January 14th, 2015, 21:03

Never know unless you try :)

OwnageStar

January 14th, 2015, 22:01

best 3 out of 4 rolls? Oh man that mean my druid could have been better! I took the first rolls on all my stats :(

OwnageStar

January 14th, 2015, 22:58

oh wait now i get it #slow

GunnarGreybeard

January 14th, 2015, 23:26

best 3 out of 4 rolls? Oh man that mean my druid could have been better! I took the first rolls on all my stats :(
Yeah, roll 4d6, drop the lowest, arrange as you want.

GunnarGreybeard

January 14th, 2015, 23:40

Sounds good. I'm cautiously optimistic that I'll have time to make a character after work in time to join you guys this evening.
No worries. If there is enough interest I'm open to working up a campaign and making it a weekly/biweekly session.

Doc Sportello

January 15th, 2015, 03:30

It was a fun time tonight! Thanks for DMing, and thanks to everyone for the fun RPing. Goblins now tremble at the sight of us.

OwnageStar

January 15th, 2015, 07:40

Arvon strokes his long beard an smiles and chuckles, "Goblins tremble at the sight of one they can not hit. I am the Mighty folk hero of old. Arvon Ashenbelle, the hero who lead a militia who fight off an invading army. Surely my name has spread far and wide." Rolls a d20 to make a fame check... Uck... Nat 1... dammit.

damned

January 15th, 2015, 07:48

the dice never lie...

GunnarGreybeard

January 15th, 2015, 12:55

Yeah, that 1st round of combat . . don't think I have ever seen so many bad roll. It was like a comedy club, but in the woods.

hc1980

January 15th, 2015, 16:14

That was a lot of fun! Can't wait for next Wednesday. I also thought that the game moved rather well for a text game and considering we started a bit after our scheduled time, we got a lot accomplished.

OwnageStar

January 15th, 2015, 18:47

yeah it was fun. I think ones the system is down it will be great. And next week i will get the full version so i can make other characters :)

OwnageStar

January 15th, 2015, 22:46

Gunnar i sent my friend a link to this thread. I think hes going to join us.

Hibiki54

January 15th, 2015, 23:46

GunnarGreybeard

January 16th, 2015, 07:19

Hello. I'm OwnageStar's friend. I'm bored and interested in joining. I'm very familiar with 5E and I've been wanting to see how FG works. Already own a license, so let me know what's up when you get the chance.
Hi Hibiki54. The group could really use a fighter type but it's not required. I can adjust the campaign as we go to accommodate the overall group makeup. If you already have a license you should be able to create a PC locally, then export that character to xml and attach the .xml file to this thread. With that file I should be able to import it into the campaign.

GunnarGreybeard

January 17th, 2015, 22:32

Ok, next session is planned for Wed, Jan 21st, 7-9 PM CST

Ampliturtle

January 18th, 2015, 22:39

Any room for one more? I may have to skip a few games in the long run, but the schedule is definitely compatible. If you are willing to recruit, give me some of the details, please.

GunnarGreybeard

January 19th, 2015, 05:48

Any room for one more? I may have to skip a few games in the long run, but the schedule is definitely compatible. If you are willing to recruit, give me some of the details, please.
Sure do. Right now its a sort of "learning game" where we are going through sessions to get used to how things in the FG D&D 5e ruleset work and I learn how to DM again after a few years hiatus.

Please note that this is a "Text Chat Only" game.

GunnarGreybeard

January 21st, 2015, 02:37

Ampliturtle

January 21st, 2015, 03:15

Tomorrow nights game, Wed, Jan 21st is still a go. Start time is 7:00 PM CST. Server address/alias is still the same and posted in the Game Calendar (https://www.fantasygrounds.com/calendar/?id=1320).

Will I have the chance to do Character Generation? I've never played 5e, and have only briefly used the FG client, so I'm a bit lost on the minutiae,

OwnageStar

January 21st, 2015, 03:20

Cool cool COOOOLLLL

OwnageStar

January 21st, 2015, 03:21

Gunnar can you get on now or open the server so he can make his CS now? That way tomorrow we are ready to go?

GunnarGreybeard

January 21st, 2015, 03:39

If you guys are still on, the server is up. I have to do some stuff around the house so cannot be online with you.

FG Server Alias is still: cold idol young keep

EDIT: I can only leave it up till about 11PM CST.

OwnageStar

January 21st, 2015, 04:04

Well if he is on i can help him with his CS

OwnageStar

January 21st, 2015, 04:10

Ampliturtle if you connect to the server we can make your character so tomorrow we are ready to go

GunnarGreybeard

January 21st, 2015, 05:30

Just wanted to throw this out there. This is a 'Text Chat' only game.

Also, for now we are using the Free Basic Rules so PC's should be limited to the 4 classes and 4 races in those rules because I am new to 5e (never played any D&D version beyond 1e AD&D) and its meant to be a learning/practice game for newer FG and 5e players. However, I have all the books SO if you want to play another class or race that is not in those books please ask and we can discuss it. Chances are everything is on the table, just so long as its in the free rules or the hard copy books.

Originally this game was intended to be a one shot however, it appears it may become a long term campaign if there is enough interest. For those already involved, once we go to a regular campaign you can either keep the PC you already have or roll up another, your choice.

GunnarGreybeard

January 21st, 2015, 05:37

I have to go but I'll leave the server up a little longer for you guys to plugin in the rest of your stuff. Don't worry about having everything covered, we can add/change things as we go along.

GunnarGreybeard

January 21st, 2015, 05:41

Will I have the chance to do Character Generation? I've never played 5e, and have only briefly used the FG client, so I'm a bit lost on the minutiae,
No worries. We can plug in anything you did not get to while the server was up as we go along.

GunnarGreybeard

January 21st, 2015, 13:03

Looks like FG Version 3.0.10 is out. Go ahead and update before the game tonight.

Doc Sportello

January 21st, 2015, 20:37

I hope to make it tonight, but I'm not sure yet. I might have to chauffeur a kid around. I'll let you know in a couple hours.

Doc Sportello

January 21st, 2015, 23:30

GunnarGreybeard

January 22nd, 2015, 00:07

Alas, it looks like I'm on driving duty. I won't be home until 10 pm EST at the earliest, so I'll probably just have to give it a miss tonight. Sorry for the late notice. Maybe Amplitude can take my spot this evening.
No worries. Not sure on Amplitude, he went quiet about 1/2 way through the creation process and may have lost the connection.

GunnarGreybeard

January 22nd, 2015, 00:28

Server should be up in case anyone wants to make sure that they can connect after that last FG update. I'll be away for a little until we get closer to game time at 7 CST though.

GunnarGreybeard

January 22nd, 2015, 00:55

Make sure everyone upgrades to the new version, otherwise you'll get "Host (3.0.10) is running different version than client (3.0.9)." errors when trying to connect. ;-)

Doc Sportello

January 22nd, 2015, 16:34

So how did the game go?

GunnarGreybeard

January 22nd, 2015, 16:49

Went good for a text only, slightly shorter than 2 hour session. They cleared the hut, killing some pesky badgers along the way. Then found a tunnel leading down to a cave underneath the hut. They picked up some treasure items and cleared the cave. While checking the cave they found a hidden exit that led out into the surrounding woods (that tunnel exited out the back of the bluff the hut was situated on).

GunnarGreybeard

January 25th, 2015, 08:19

Barring any issues, the game should be on again this coming Wednesday, same times as last week.

Lysander

January 28th, 2015, 23:56

here he is

GunnarGreybeard

January 29th, 2015, 00:05

I got it. ;-)

damned

January 29th, 2015, 08:07

here he is

I got it. ;-)

Sneaky!

Doc Sportello

February 4th, 2015, 16:42

GunnarGreybeard

February 4th, 2015, 16:57

I enjoyed our session last week, but alas, I am on kid-chauffeuring duty until late this evening. Usually these duties arise on Thursdays or Tuesdays, but not this week. Anyway, assuming you're playing again tonight, have a good session.
Yeah, game is a go but there a few regulars who will be out tonight so I may use it as light RP session to interrogate the prisoners, head to the nearest town and catch up on identifying the previously scrounged treasure (i.e. sorting out what is what, etc). Also use it to finish up, flesh out the character sheets.

Doc Sportello

February 4th, 2015, 17:09

Sounds good to me. Have fun!

OwnageStar

February 5th, 2015, 00:19

Looks like I won't make it tonight, I'm out with family so yeah. Might not make it in time.

GunnarGreybeard

February 5th, 2015, 01:00

Server will still be up. Same time, same connection alias.

GunnarGreybeard

February 10th, 2015, 19:43

We should be a go again for tomorrow, Wed, Feb 11th 07:00 PM (CST). If you can't make it, please post in the calendar or shoot me a PM so I can plan/adjust any encounters accordingly. ;)

If anyone needs to connect early, such as tonight, to to upload, tweak their PC, please post here and I will try to get the server up at
07:00 PM (CST) tonight.

Dekorume

February 10th, 2015, 20:38

I think I did this correctly. I will still look for your server to up tonight, just in case.

GunnarGreybeard

February 10th, 2015, 21:57

Thanks Dekorume. Character imported.

GunnarGreybeard

February 11th, 2015, 00:50

As previously, I will have the server up at 7 CST but I have some stuff I need to do so may not be "in chat" other than to pop in for a few. I will try to leave it up for a while which should give time for anyone needing to create or edit their character sheet time to do so.

Doc Sportello

February 11th, 2015, 15:48

It's looking doubtful for me tonight. Maybe I'll edit this post when I know more.

GunnarGreybeard

February 12th, 2015, 00:29

No worries, we will go with what we have, should be a couple.

GunnarGreybeard

February 12th, 2015, 13:02

Prisoner's have been delivered to the authorities in Andela and the group got some much needed rest and food at the local inn, the Broken Wheel. Now refreshed and within the safer environs of the village, they are back at the keep early in the morning to get their reward and plot action further against the local bandits.

GunnarGreybeard

February 19th, 2015, 00:11

Server is up but I'll be away from the PC till closer to game time.

Dekorume

February 19th, 2015, 03:12

Had another great session. Thanks, Gunnar.

[Note to self: Get better dice...current ones suck]\

As always,

Dek

GunnarGreybeard

February 19th, 2015, 09:15

lol, I was waiting for Elton to fall off that cliff with how bad his climbing rolls were.

GunnarGreybeard

March 4th, 2015, 08:08

I posted this in the game calendar but figured I'd post it here as well. I'm going to have to cancel this upcoming session. We still do not have regular phone/internet service since the ice storm and I have to save the data transfer GB's for my working from home.

GunnarGreybeard

March 10th, 2015, 21:58

Finally got internet back. If there is still interest for continuing the game tomorrow, 3/11, I will have the server up.

Dekorume

March 10th, 2015, 22:17

I'll be there

GunnarGreybeard

March 12th, 2015, 21:30

A pending bandit attack was thwarted and the caravan was safely escorted, this time, but the bandits seemed to have escaped. In Andela, a stranger claiming to be a 'farmer' requested the group's help in getting some old bandit buddies off his back that he recently had a falling out with.

GunnarGreybeard

March 15th, 2015, 21:40

We have room for one more if anyone is interested. In case it needs reminding, this is a 'text chat only' game and we usually go for about 2 hours a session.

Before signing up, make sure you read the description information on the calendar page at D&D 5E - Messengers (https://www.fantasygrounds.com/calendar/index.xcp?id=1320)

GunnarGreybeard

March 18th, 2015, 20:26

Unless things change between now and 7PM CST, we should have 3 for tonight so game will be on.

Welcome aboard Chandoran (I got your .xml file and it's loaded into the campaign).

GunnarGreybeard

March 19th, 2015, 00:44

Server is up. I'll be in and out until game time, gotta feed the kiddo's.

GunnarGreybeard

March 26th, 2015, 00:27

Game is on for tonight. Server should be up shortly before 7PM CST. Make sure you update to v3.0.11 before connecting.

GunnarGreybeard

March 26th, 2015, 04:54

The bandit threat to Andela has been neutralized but another, far more dangerous threat has been identified. :bandit:

Dekorume

March 26th, 2015, 21:11

Is it quick-to-fire elves and bloodthirsty halflings? *grin*

GunnarGreybeard

March 26th, 2015, 21:32

Good to see you guys finally rolling better. I was kinda worried there for a while I might have TPK on my hands one of these weeks.

GunnarGreybeard

April 2nd, 2015, 21:42

So, last night the party was short handed but the Barbarian and Ranger attempted to battle through into the bandit hideout on their own. Result, the Barbarian is bleeding profusely and they just might be trapped near the entrance, deciding whether to back out or push on.

Dekorume

April 2nd, 2015, 22:49

I apologize for missing last night's game. I didn't get home until late. I will most definitely be there next session.

GunnarGreybeard

April 3rd, 2015, 22:32

No biggie. We stopped before it got too bad so next week the reinforcements can show up although they both leveled up. ;-)

GunnarGreybeard

April 4th, 2015, 23:53

As we left the story this past Wednesday night, both Vaask (Half-Orc Barbarian) and Haedin (Wood Elf Ranger) are semi cornered near the main entrance inside the Goblin Hideout. We are currently full but anyone "accepted on the calendar who shows up this coming session, other than those two, will start just outside the entrance, ready to come to their aid . . . or at least retrieve the bodies. ;-)

GunnarGreybeard

April 8th, 2015, 01:10

I have gone ahead and closed off accepting new players for the time being until the 5e release hoopla dies down a little and to prevent a flood of interested players, we have 9 atm. At some point, not sure how soon, I plan to get the core modules so everyone will have access to the full content through our game here. That should make it easier for people to automate/link their stuff to their character sheet as well as allow me to connect with a second FG and learn some stuff myself. :-)

GunnarGreybeard

April 9th, 2015, 00:33

Server is up for those who need to connect early.

GunnarGreybeard

April 9th, 2015, 00:53

Make sure everyone has updated to the latest version of FG. ;)

GunnarGreybeard

April 9th, 2015, 15:18

The reinforcements arrived just in time. The party survived and the stronghold cleared although it was not without some heavy bloodletting by the PC's.

GunnarGreybeard

April 15th, 2015, 23:57

Server will be up in a couple minutes but I'll be out until closer to game time. Gotta socialize with the family over dinner. ;-)

GunnarGreybeard

April 23rd, 2015, 01:01

Server is up.

GunnarGreybeard

April 23rd, 2015, 03:08

Just a reminder, we are going to bi-weekly sessions starting on May 6th, probably through the summer. Time will remain the same, 7PM CST. If you cannot make it no worries, just PM me, post here or in the calendar if you know it enough time in advance.

GunnarGreybeard

May 7th, 2015, 01:06

Server is up. Connection info in the calendar.

GunnarGreybeard

May 9th, 2015, 21:13

Well, the party literally 'crushed' the enemy forces that descended on Andela. Lots of crits rolled at just the right time. Time to get mean with the encounters . . . :bandit:

GunnarGreybeard

May 20th, 2015, 20:26

Going to have to call the game off tonight. Just found out I have family coming in I haven't seen in years. They are passing through on their way to Nashville and have limited visiting time tonight. Sorry about that. Will update the calendar thread one we get back on track.

pxbest

May 29th, 2015, 16:23

Looking forward to playing. Creating my druid on paper and then I'll transfer it over later.

GunnarGreybeard

June 2nd, 2015, 22:22

Looking forward to playing. Creating my druid on paper and then I'll transfer it over later.
If you need me to have the server up so you can connect and create/upload your PC let me know and we can try to work out a good time. Otherwise, you can export your finished PC and post it to the forum thread here. Then I'll grab it and import it to the campaign so its ready to go when we start back up. Just let me know.

GunnarGreybeard

June 2nd, 2015, 22:30

For those currently in the game and for those interested in joining should more opening arise. Due to some personal issues, explained in the game calender, the game will be cancelled for the night of the 3rd but should be back up and running on June 10th. Will be the regular time frame, 7-9PM CST and and we are still Chat Text Only at this time.

pxbest

June 3rd, 2015, 20:38

If you need me to have the server up so you can connect and create/upload your PC let me know and we can try to work out a good time. Otherwise, you can export your finished PC and post it tot he forum thread here. Then I'll grab it and import it to the campaign so its ready to go when we start back up. Just let me know.

I'll look into getting it created this weekend and I'll message you.

GunnarGreybeard

June 8th, 2015, 07:10

The party has 'outgrown' events in Andela and so starting this next session the group will push out into the surrounding countryside and try a small dungeon crawl. They still have the farm so have a base there to return to as needed.

GunnarGreybeard

June 9th, 2015, 14:59

Also, for those in the group, go ahead and update to Release v3.1.1 if you have not done so already.

GunnarGreybeard

June 10th, 2015, 02:28

For those looking to join in, please make sure that you PM me or post in this forum thread before creating your character and signing up in the calendar. I've had quite a few join over the months, then are never heard from again. Those players are quickly removed from the calendar to reduce clutter.

For those still interested . . . this game was originally intended as a one-shot but has since become a long term campaign. It is a 'Text Chat' only game and we run bi-weekly on Wednesdays for 2 hours, 7-9PM CST. For now I am using the Free Basic Rules so PC's are usually limited to the 4 classes and 4 races in those rules however . . . I do have all the books SO if you want to play another class or race it should not be a problem. Please note, this is a really, really, low magic game.

NDDracula

June 11th, 2015, 00:13

Looking to have some fun, could you use another player?

GunnarGreybeard

June 11th, 2015, 00:53

Looking to have some fun, could you use another player?
PM sent.

GunnarGreybeard

June 11th, 2015, 03:20

Since we missed a few sessions recently I am considering running another session again on Wed, Jun 17th to get back up to speed and then go back to the regular bi-weekly schedule which would then be July 1st. I posted that info in the scheduled play times section of the Game Calender so feel free to vote yes or no as preferred and/or add your thoughts here in the discussion.

GunnarGreybeard

June 12th, 2015, 12:27

Ok, I finally worked up an Obsidian Portal site which can be found at https://blood-red-snow.obsidianportal.com (https://blood-red-snow.obsidianportal.com) . It's mainly a placeholder for now and I'll be adding more stuff soon.

GunnarGreybeard

June 18th, 2015, 00:33

Server is up for anyone needing to connect early for tonight's game. Connection details are in the Game Calendar.

GunnarGreybeard

June 25th, 2015, 00:46

Same as last week . . . Server is up for anyone needing to connect early for tonight's game. Connection details are in the Game Calendar and I'll be away feeding the kids until right about game time.

GunnarGreybeard

July 2nd, 2015, 00:22

Server is up for my player's needing to connect early. As usual, I'll be away feeding the kiddos up until close to game time.

GunnarGreybeard

July 2nd, 2015, 14:11

Almost had a TPK last night but 2 players remained conscious (well one was an NPC) and I failed my Wandering Monster roll while they were out . . . Oh well, maybe I'll get another chance, the dungeon's still not been fully cleared. :ninja:

GunnarGreybeard

July 16th, 2015, 00:41

Server is up early for anyone needing to connect. Connection details remain the same.

GunnarGreybeard

July 29th, 2015, 20:21

Game might not be on tonight. My employer decided to put me into IT training online with the home office, which is in California, which means I'll be working till at least 5PM their time (which is 7PM my time and game time). Based on that I'm not sure I can make it tonight. Would you current players have a problem with rescheduling the game for this next week and then back to the bi-weekly schedule based on that date?

GunnarGreybeard

August 5th, 2015, 23:34

Barring any last minute issues the game will be back on tonight. Same time, same connection details.

GunnarGreybeard

August 6th, 2015, 01:18

Sorry, phone rang and it bumps my connection offline until the ringing stops. It should be back up.

GunnarGreybeard

August 19th, 2015, 19:54

Just found out one of my employees is in the hospital to have her baby, shes a week early, and her husband, also one of my employees will need to be there with her. At least he seems to think so . . :bandit:. Being down 2 staff on that shift means I'll need to cover for them so the game is off tonight. IF you are all up to it we can postpone the session until next week and then play again the week after, rather than waiting another 2 weeks. Let me know as I'll add it to the Game Calendar

kane280484

August 20th, 2015, 07:20

How do you rate text only game? Isn't the pace too low? Really curious how you handle it.

Nyghtmare

August 20th, 2015, 19:53

How do you rate text only game? Isn't the pace too low? Really curious how you handle it.

I find that they can be more immersive on the RP side of things, plus some people are way more comfortable with text than using voice or video.

It is definitely a lot slower paced than other ways of running a game, but I am not sure that this is necessarily a bad thing. :)

GunnarGreybeard

August 26th, 2015, 18:58

How do you rate text only game? Isn't the pace too low? Really curious how you handle it.
It is kinda slow and we only play for 2 hours a session. The only place it really "drags" is the dungeon crawl parts where they clear 2-3 rooms per session but the PC's roleplay really well and each character has their own unique personally that everyone has come to know as we've been running well over 6 months now. Another thing is, since the group has been together so long, the combat turns flow pretty well as everyone does what they gotta do and then ends their turn in the combat tracker.

To add to that, the group is pretty laid back. I provide a puzzle to solve here and there, throw in some heads to bust while having a loose backstory to fit it all into. That and I try to get feedback on what they would like to see, more combat, more RP, intrigue, etc and adjust accordingly.

GunnarGreybeard

September 2nd, 2015, 15:09

Game is on for tonight. Server should be up about 1 hour before game time in case anyone needs access.

GunnarGreybeard

September 3rd, 2015, 14:26

The temple has finally been cleared. All with no party losses. Now its off to collect their reward.

GunnarGreybeard

September 4th, 2015, 15:27

The game is currently full with a steady group and so I have closed off new signups. While I will still try to work people in as I can please understand that before I will even consider that I need you to either PM me or post in this thread with your interest. If you have a Pending Request, and are still interested, please post here or shoot me a PM.

GunnarGreybeard

September 17th, 2015, 00:42

Server is up.

GunnarGreybeard

September 17th, 2015, 00:48

For anyone looking for a regular game it looks like we may have an opening for another PC (preferably a non-evil Rogue). If interested please PM me BUT be advised this is a Text Chat game. I would also recommend reading the Game Calendar Description (https://www.fantasygrounds.com/calendar/index.xcp?id=1320).

GunnarGreybeard

September 17th, 2015, 01:31

Big SNAFU with my new router but think I fixed it, try connecting again using the regular alias in the Game Calendar.

GunnarGreybeard

September 17th, 2015, 03:22

Souljourner, here is Darvin's xml
EDIT: It's been removed now.

GunnarGreybeard

October 1st, 2015, 00:22

Server is up and should be accessible.

GunnarGreybeard

October 8th, 2015, 00:42

Server should be up now.

GunnarGreybeard

October 8th, 2015, 02:43

Sorry, lost my internet for a sec, should be back now.

GunnarGreybeard

October 21st, 2015, 22:55

Server should be up about 1/2 hour early tonight (about 6:30 CDT).

GunnarGreybeard

October 22nd, 2015, 00:31

Server should be up now.

GunnarGreybeard

November 1st, 2015, 10:05

I know its a few days until the next session but just a note for my players. I updated my time setting to take into account the daylight savings change and the calendar should have updated appropriately with the times still correct at 7:00 CST.

GunnarGreybeard

November 4th, 2015, 15:00

Note for my players. Barring any last minute issues the game is scheduled to go on as planned tonight.

GunnarGreybeard

November 5th, 2015, 00:51

Server is up. Make sure you have updated to v 3.1.3. Its pretty big so it might take a few minutes.

GunnarGreybeard

November 5th, 2015, 03:31

For my players. I went ahead and plugged in the projected dates for December's sessions. If you have commitments due to the holidays no biggie, just post or PM and we can try to adjust the dates to get the most players in during that time. I will try to update the Obsidian Portal site with as much info as I can so I can get any pregame information out to you before each session so we can start quicker without a lengthy recap.

Longrath

November 7th, 2015, 21:01

I'm interested in text only games. I am, however really rusty on FG. I haven't picked it up in a couple of years. Also the last ruleset I played was 3.5E. 5E will be entirely new to me. It would probably require a great deal of patience from players and the DM.

Is the rogue slot open? Which nights do you play? What could I do to prepare? Would you be willing to host some warm up sessions on non-game evenings to get me up to speed?

GunnarGreybeard

November 7th, 2015, 21:43

Sorry, am currently at capacity. The Rogue is on extended break so we don't have a regular for that slot but using just chat in a 2 hours session just having 5 is pushing the limits for game pace. I am thinking about starting another game, using either RoleMaster or D&D 5e, likely 5e which will be heavily homebrewed. Not sure the date or time but will likely be during the mornings of a weekday, in between work, homeschooling the youngest and sleep.

I still might be able to do some orientation sessions though. What time zone/days/hours are you available?

Longrath

November 8th, 2015, 15:22

My available time is EST evenings after 7:30pm.

Role master is an interesting idea but I haven't looked at a role master book in more than twenty years. I'd be really rusty.

GunnarGreybeard

November 18th, 2015, 20:26

Barring any issues, game is on for tonight.

GunnarGreybeard

November 19th, 2015, 00:55

Server is up.

GunnarGreybeard

November 20th, 2015, 14:46

For anyone following along, our current Rogue is on extended hiatus and may or may not return. Because of that I should have an opening for another player if you are OK with playing a Rogue. All of the group is 3rd Level, except the new Cleric who is 2nd. You will be starting at 2nd Level. If interested, you just need to PM me or post in this thread before creating your character so we can insure its a fit into our game.

The party is in the final stages of taking revenge on a Cleric of Morgath (Evil) who hoodwinked them into helping him clear and loot an 'abandoned' Temple of Peoni (Good). They have been hunting him and his posse for some time and appear to have finally found his main hideout.

We play bi-weekly for about 2 hours per session (next session is not until Wednesday, Dec 2nd @ 7:00 PM (CST). We have about 3 more sessions scheduled between now and the New Year, maybe less if the current adventure path ends before the last session. I figure 2 of the 3 sessions should do it.

Please be aware that this is a Text Chat only game.

GunnarGreybeard

November 21st, 2015, 13:18

I have updated my previous message to reflect that the party is up against the big boss so you will be starting as a 2nd Level rogue, not 1st.

Longrath

November 24th, 2015, 14:27

Is game night always Wednesday night?

For me, the time slot is good, the game style is good.
Cons- I don't know 5e but I'm willing to learn, and Wednesday night is ArmA3 night.

GunnarGreybeard

November 24th, 2015, 14:51

Yep, always Wednesdays.

GunnarGreybeard

December 2nd, 2015, 23:15

Game is on for tonight, server will be up about 30 minutes early (about 18:30 CST).

GunnarGreybeard

December 3rd, 2015, 00:36

Server is up.

GunnarGreybeard

December 17th, 2015, 00:57

Running a little bit behind but the server is up now.

GunnarGreybeard

December 17th, 2015, 14:38

After almost a full year of the campaign, the main protagonist was finally defeated. Working up where to take this when things start back up again after the New Year.

GunnarGreybeard

February 6th, 2016, 21:11

For those that may be interested, my "TEXT Only" bi-weekly 5E game now has an opening, maybe 2 as our Half-Orc Barbarian has apparently had to drop out. After a hiatus for the new year, our next game session will be either Wed, Feb 17th or Wed, Feb 24th (7PM CST) with the 1st session scheduled for Wednesday (1/14/2015) at 7PM CST (GMT-6) but those are not in stone. I have some people on standby but if I do not hear back from them I will put new players into the queue first.

For an overview, we are running a homebrew 5E game set in HarnWorld. It is a Human-centric game and focuses on having some fun killing a few hours hanging out, solving puzzles and busting heads. New players are open to use any race or class available in the free Basic Rules (Human Dwarf, Halfing, Elf). I may allow other races or classes but only those from the PHB BUT the PC/background has to fit the campaign world. Be forewarned again, as I cannot mention this enough it seems, the game is "TEXT Only" game.

I have the ultimate license so anyone can join with any FG version, including the demo.

The Calendar page, if you can access it, I never can get those settings just right, is at D&D 5E - Shadows Everywhere! (https://www.fantasygrounds.com/calendar/index.xcp?id=1320)

GunnarGreybeard

February 7th, 2016, 05:04

Position has tentatively been filled.

GunnarGreybeard

February 17th, 2016, 14:09

Just an update for my players, barring any unforeseen or last minute issues, the server will be up about 6:30 CST tonight (the 17th).

GunnarGreybeard

February 18th, 2016, 00:41

Server is up!

GunnarGreybeard

February 21st, 2016, 09:08

It seems my "TEXT Only" bi-weekly 5E game still has an opening. Our next game session will be Wed, Mar 2nd (7PM CST). I have some people on standby but as I have not yet heard back from them I will put new players into the queue first.

For an overview, we are running a homebrew 5E game set in HarnWorld. It is a Human-centric game and focuses on having some fun killing a few hours hanging out, solving puzzles and busting heads. New players are open to use any race or class available in the free Basic Rules (Human Dwarf, Halfing, Elf). I do allow other races or classes but only those from the PHB AND the PC/background has to fit the campaign world. Be forewarned again, as I cannot mention this enough it seems, the game is "TEXT Only" game.

I have the ultimate license so anyone can join with any FG version, including the demo.

If interested please shoot me a PM or post in this thread.

Silverhair

February 21st, 2016, 12:08

GunnarGreybeard

February 21st, 2016, 13:28

Gunnar are you open to a newbie? I would love to try and sit in. Being my first game i would probably adopt the sit down ears open mouth closed pose, but after dilly dallying for a while now i have decided to try a game.
Newbies are welcome. I'll send you a Calendar invite so you can sign up and look around and ask questions, etc.

Kragart

February 21st, 2016, 18:56

Gunnar,

If you have an open spot, I would be interested in joining. New to FG and learning 5E, but I have played D&D since blue and red box days. My preference is to play a wizard, but I can jump into just about any class.

Thanks!

GunnarGreybeard

February 21st, 2016, 21:37

Hi Kragart,

You are more then welcome to join in so I'll send you a calendar invite. Hmm, we already have a Wizard but once you join the calendar you can see what we have so far and we'll go from there.

Vantier

February 22nd, 2016, 06:20

Newbies are welcome. I'll send you a Calendar invite so you can sign up and look around and ask questions, etc.

I missed what the game time is, but im in the same boat as Silverhair, I would love to sit in on an actual game, and maybe join in on the adventure at some point down the road. Let me know if you still have any room.

Vantier

February 22nd, 2016, 06:21

GunnarGreybeard

February 23rd, 2016, 09:11

Hi Vantier. Thanks for the interest however, we are currently full up (7 if everyone shows) but I will add you to my standby list and should another slot open up I will give you a shout.

Our games run biweekly on Wednesday from 7-9PM CST.

GunnarGreybeard

March 3rd, 2016, 00:31

Just a reminder that game time is 7PM CST. Its 6:30 CST here where I am now so I'm putting the server online. I will not be around until closer to 7 though, gotta feed the kids.

GunnarGreybeard

March 16th, 2016, 15:24

Game is on again for tonight. Don't forget the recent daylight savings time change here in the US. If your time zone is set in your forum profile it should calculate correctly and show the game in the calendar is still Wed, Mar 16th 07:00 PM. As always, the server should be up about 30 minutes in advance.