Is the PnP D&D game still on>?

[Tobbin]

Originally posted by Cloudbringer: Um...*steps in and looks around* How's it work?! Cloudy BK: pffffft

Well, the way we were talking before, someone is elected DM. They run the adventure (most of the work goes on them.) Some people are elected as players (they roll up character (co-ordinates with DM for fairness)) and will give the DM their player sheets (possibly doc or txt file), and the DM will approve/disapprove characters (possibly making adjustments to save time). For example, if the players stats are too high (all 18's) then the DM will send the player e-mail stating this is not ok for his campaign (or is ok, depending on the DM). The DM can also adjust items/inventory that the character may have too. No +5 Holy Avengers to start off with (LOL). After that, everyone decides on a time and place (usually ICQ) to begin the campaign. Some people use forums too. I haven't heard which way this is going to go. Normally one of the players is elected leader and will speak for the group. That way the DM doesn't get requests from players in a random/chaotic fashion. This again, depends on the DM. Normally, it's similar to a regular game except that there is a lot of trust (die rolls) and reading. The DM may have an internet dice roller to make everything fair, but again, it all is up to them. The one benefit to this method is that you can get a game started up even if you don't have people that live close by. With ICQ and some other chat programs, you can also send voice chats. This can add to the flavor of the game. Well, I'm sure someone else can add more, but that's all I can think of on a drop of a pin. There are lots of programs out there for AD&D 1 or 2, but not much yet for 3. I do believe I read that people want to try 3 out though (in regards to Moraine's question).


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[RudeDawg]

I have the Players Handbook and DM Handbook for 3rd Ed. I'll grab the other book on Friday (same day I'm getting my X-Men DVD and The Magnificent Seven on order.)

BGII CD1 has a character creator on it that uses 3rd ed rules, and a lot of features. IT may even be on their website. (WOC) I'll look....

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[Tobbin]

Originally posted by RudeDawg: I have the Players Handbook and DM Handbook for 3rd Ed. I'll grab the other book on Friday (same day I'm getting my X-Men DVD and The Magnificent Seven on order.) BGII CD1 has a character creator on it that uses 3rd ed rules, and a lot of features. IT may even be on their website. (WOC) I'll look....

Which other book do you mean? They have about 5 out now. Only 3 hardbacks that I know of though. The monster Manual is the other hardback. There is also the Faerun Monster Manual too (more expensive than the regular edition, but softback? Go figure.) There are also some Diablo books out for 3rd edition too. That and about 7 or so modules that I've seen (my Waldenbooks doesn't have a big selection.)

Oooppppssss. Forgot that they also have books about customizing your characters too. Can't remember titles though.

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[This message has been edited by Tobbin (edited 05-01-2001).]

[Cloudbringer]

Thanks for the explanation Tobbs!!


CB

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[RudeDawg]

I don't have anyone to play with here, so I didn't get the others.

Now that RL girl is gone, I have more time now... (not sure if that's a good thing or not)

I'm getting the MM, and some of the char customizing rules. (Hero Builders looks good)

Don't want to bother with the Diablo stuff, that's just marketing...

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[Charlie]

I'm still up for this game. Rogue or rogue/ranger if poss'. I d/l'd an auto dice rolling thingamyjig the other day. If you want it I'll send it on.

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[Tobbin]

Originally posted by RudeDawg: I don't have anyone to play with here, so I didn't get the others. Now that RL girl is gone, I have more time now... (not sure if that's a good thing or not) I'm getting the MM, and some of the char customizing rules. (Hero Builders looks good) Don't want to bother with the Diablo stuff, that's just marketing...

Ah, I can't help it. I'm a completist. I've gotten some of the new books, but haven't finished yet. Yes, I did get the Diablo stuff. My nephew is really into Diablo, so I might actually get some use from it. LOL. Other than that, just have the DM Guide, Player HB, MM, MM Faerun, Hero Builder, and a couple of modules. Hmmm. Just accumulated 3 $5 tickets, so might get something else soon. I'm still trying to bag up some of the older HB's too. Just got the dieties & demigods 1st addition (Cthulu, Melnibonean Mythos). I'm gonna try and archive some more.


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