Sunday night old school 1st-3rd print game ~ resurrected
Re: Up for an old school 1st-3rd print game tonight?
Oh, I'm very OK with keeping our characters! For sure, I may have mis-understood the intention in going forward.
And I must say WOW to Aramis. Usually I agree with everything that you say, but I really didn't care for B4. It might that I don't care for Moldvay. I liked Isle of Dread, but that's prolly because David Cook may have had mucho influence on the writing.
But any module, even a mediocre one can be crafted into something fantastic by a good CK, yes?
And I must say WOW to Aramis. Usually I agree with everything that you say, but I really didn't care for B4. It might that I don't care for Moldvay. I liked Isle of Dread, but that's prolly because David Cook may have had mucho influence on the writing.
But any module, even a mediocre one can be crafted into something fantastic by a good CK, yes?
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Re: Up for an old school 1st-3rd print game tonight?
My issue is not to redo what I've done. I wouldn't really be interested in Barrier Peaks for that reason. While I love those modules, I know them quite well, and, I feel like they've already happened if that makes any sense.
For crying out loud, do what you can with the rolls the dice have given you. This is what separates the men from the boys... -Kayolan
Re: Up for an old school 1st-3rd print game tonight?
18+slimykuotoan wrote:Whoa, Isle o' the Ape is like 12th + level.
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"By the pricking of my thumbs, Something wicked this way comes:" - Macbeth
Re: Up for an old school 1st-3rd print game tonight?
A haven of malcontents...Aramis wrote: [...] on the Wild Coast, where we have always been. Yes we have!
Re: Up for an old school 1st-3rd print game tonight?
Incidentally, your character from my Castle Zagyg, Upper Works game is still walking around the 3rd floor of the castle. No one is sure of his whereabouts at this time!slimykuotoan wrote:My issue is not to redo what I've done. I wouldn't really be interested in Barrier Peaks for that reason. While I love those modules, I know them quite well, and, I feel like they've already happened if that makes any sense.
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For crying out loud, do what you can with the rolls the dice have given you. This is what separates the men from the boys... -Kayolan
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Re: Up for an old school 1st-3rd print game tonight?
I wouldn't mind footing the bill for the PDF; it's like a movie rental only SOOO much better!
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For crying out loud, do what you can with the rolls the dice have given you. This is what separates the men from the boys... -Kayolan
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For crying out loud, do what you can with the rolls the dice have given you. This is what separates the men from the boys... -Kayolan
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LolRhuvein wrote:Incidentally, your character from my Castle Zagyg, Upper Works game is still walking around the 3rd floor of the castle. No one is sure of his whereabouts at this time!
For crying out loud, do what you can with the rolls the dice have given you. This is what separates the men from the boys... -Kayolan
Re: Up for an old school 1st-3rd print game tonight?
NO!
Random, boring "adventures" written by random internet people!
Any one of us can do better!
Lord Tadhg - Lejendary Keeper of Castle Ardmore
"Enjoy a 'world' where the fantastic is fact and magic really works!" ~ Gary Gygax
"By the pricking of my thumbs, Something wicked this way comes:" - Macbeth
"Enjoy a 'world' where the fantastic is fact and magic really works!" ~ Gary Gygax
"By the pricking of my thumbs, Something wicked this way comes:" - Macbeth
Re: Up for an old school 1st-3rd print game tonight?
Yes!
Lord Tadhg - Lejendary Keeper of Castle Ardmore
"Enjoy a 'world' where the fantastic is fact and magic really works!" ~ Gary Gygax
"By the pricking of my thumbs, Something wicked this way comes:" - Macbeth
"Enjoy a 'world' where the fantastic is fact and magic really works!" ~ Gary Gygax
"By the pricking of my thumbs, Something wicked this way comes:" - Macbeth
Re: Up for an old school 1st-3rd print game tonight?
I have a couple of these by Harley and I think they are very good for the most part. The ones I have are high level.slimykuotoan wrote:Whoa, 18th?!!
What about the 1st edition DCCs?
http://www.goodman-games.com/dcc-modules1e.html
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"Enjoy a 'world' where the fantastic is fact and magic really works!" ~ Gary Gygax
"By the pricking of my thumbs, Something wicked this way comes:" - Macbeth
Re: Up for an old school 1st-3rd print game tonight?
Rhu, it's funny that you mention that, because I used two of those modules in this game so far... and I was not very happy with them.Rhuvein wrote:NO!
Random, boring "adventures" written by random internet people!
Any one of us can do better!
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Re: Up for an old school 1st-3rd print game tonight?
It's funny Kayolan, I've found this campaign so far to be gripping, filled with flavour, and dear to my heart.
For crying out loud, do what you can with the rolls the dice have given you. This is what separates the men from the boys... -Kayolan
Re: Up for an old school 1st-3rd print game tonight?
Really funny for sure. Different strokes for different folks and so on . . Everyday People ~ Sly and the Family Stone!
Lord Tadhg - Lejendary Keeper of Castle Ardmore
"Enjoy a 'world' where the fantastic is fact and magic really works!" ~ Gary Gygax
"By the pricking of my thumbs, Something wicked this way comes:" - Macbeth
"Enjoy a 'world' where the fantastic is fact and magic really works!" ~ Gary Gygax
"By the pricking of my thumbs, Something wicked this way comes:" - Macbeth
Re: Up for an old school 1st-3rd print game tonight?
Did I mention that over half of the stuff you guys went through was not in the modules?slimykuotoan wrote:It's funny Kayolan, I've found this campaign so far to be gripping, filled with flavour, and dear to my heart.
Re: Up for an old school 1st-3rd print game tonight?
Some of them, IMO are trying too hard to be "old school" and missing the mark. And it's hard to be original, but for the most part - these "authors" are pure amateurs!Kayolan wrote:Rhu, it's funny that you mention that, because I used two of those modules in this game so far... and I was not very happy with them.Rhuvein wrote:NO!
Random, boring "adventures" written by random internet people!
Any one of us can do better!
Lord Tadhg - Lejendary Keeper of Castle Ardmore
"Enjoy a 'world' where the fantastic is fact and magic really works!" ~ Gary Gygax
"By the pricking of my thumbs, Something wicked this way comes:" - Macbeth
"Enjoy a 'world' where the fantastic is fact and magic really works!" ~ Gary Gygax
"By the pricking of my thumbs, Something wicked this way comes:" - Macbeth
Re: Up for an old school 1st-3rd print game tonight?
Love it. That's the way to make a mediocre module work for the CK and players. Well played!Kayolan wrote:Did I mention that over half of the stuff you guys went through was not in the modules?slimykuotoan wrote:It's funny Kayolan, I've found this campaign so far to be gripping, filled with flavour, and dear to my heart.
Lord Tadhg - Lejendary Keeper of Castle Ardmore
"Enjoy a 'world' where the fantastic is fact and magic really works!" ~ Gary Gygax
"By the pricking of my thumbs, Something wicked this way comes:" - Macbeth
"Enjoy a 'world' where the fantastic is fact and magic really works!" ~ Gary Gygax
"By the pricking of my thumbs, Something wicked this way comes:" - Macbeth
Re: Up for an old school 1st-3rd print game tonight?
Totally true, I'm not really impressed with their offerings so far.Rhuvein wrote:
Some of them, IMO are trying too hard to be "old school" and missing the mark. And it's hard to be original, but for the most part - these "authors" are pure amateurs!
Though I bet there are a few gems in there, problem is having to sift through all the crap to find out what's good and what isn't.
I think I'm almost convincing myself to create my own material entirely.
Re: Up for an old school 1st-3rd print game tonight?
Actually, I have never read or played B4 (or B10 either) just mentioning names that come up in many people's "best modules" lists, which led me to pick both upRhuvein wrote:Oh, I'm very OK with keeping our characters! For sure, I may have mis-understood the intention in going forward.
And I must say WOW to Aramis. Usually I agree with everything that you say, but I really didn't care for B4. It might that I don't care for Moldvay. I liked Isle of Dread, but that's prolly because David Cook may have had mucho influence on the writing.
But any module, even a mediocre one can be crafted into something fantastic by a good CK, yes?
Re: Up for an old school 1st-3rd print game tonight?
I'm going to re-read it and if you read it, let's compare notes.Aramis wrote:Actually, I have never read or played B4 (or B10 either) just mentioning names that come up in many people's "best modules" lists, which led me to pick both upRhuvein wrote:Oh, I'm very OK with keeping our characters! For sure, I may have mis-understood the intention in going forward.
And I must say WOW to Aramis. Usually I agree with everything that you say, but I really didn't care for B4. It might that I don't care for Moldvay. I liked Isle of Dread, but that's prolly because David Cook may have had mucho influence on the writing.
But any module, even a mediocre one can be crafted into something fantastic by a good CK, yes?
I do like B5 to a degree. Loads of material there.
Lord Tadhg - Lejendary Keeper of Castle Ardmore
"Enjoy a 'world' where the fantastic is fact and magic really works!" ~ Gary Gygax
"By the pricking of my thumbs, Something wicked this way comes:" - Macbeth
"Enjoy a 'world' where the fantastic is fact and magic really works!" ~ Gary Gygax
"By the pricking of my thumbs, Something wicked this way comes:" - Macbeth
Re: Up for an old school 1st-3rd print game tonight?
Yes, do it. Or even just modifying or redoing the classics.Kayolan wrote:Totally true, I'm not really impressed with their offerings so far.Rhuvein wrote:
Some of them, IMO are trying too hard to be "old school" and missing the mark. And it's hard to be original, but for the most part - these "authors" are pure amateurs!
Though I bet there are a few gems in there, problem is having to sift through all the crap to find out what's good and what isn't.
I think I'm almost convincing myself to create my own material entirely.
Lately, I'm really on about downscaling some of the great TSR classics - like Isle of Ape. Heck, I'm sure I'll never be an 18th level adventurer or run a game at that level, but why waste a great module. I know it can be utilized at a lower level.
Hmm, I recall some reference to Isle of Dread with regard to Isle of Ape.
I think it would work to have adventures go to the Isle, but won't encounter the big guy or other tough situations.
Lord Tadhg - Lejendary Keeper of Castle Ardmore
"Enjoy a 'world' where the fantastic is fact and magic really works!" ~ Gary Gygax
"By the pricking of my thumbs, Something wicked this way comes:" - Macbeth
"Enjoy a 'world' where the fantastic is fact and magic really works!" ~ Gary Gygax
"By the pricking of my thumbs, Something wicked this way comes:" - Macbeth
Re: Up for an old school 1st-3rd print game tonight?
Now I am officially not 100% btb anymore
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Re: Up for an old school 1st-3rd print game tonight?
Wow, I thought u were finding btb a breath o' fresh air.
For crying out loud, do what you can with the rolls the dice have given you. This is what separates the men from the boys... -Kayolan
Re: Up for an old school 1st-3rd print game tonight?
99.9 percent btb is good enough for me. Nothing else changes.slimykuotoan wrote:Wow, I thought u were finding btb a breath o' fresh air.
Re: Up for an old school 1st-3rd print game tonight?
What I'd really like to get a hold of is Gygax's rules for C&C regarding multiclassing and secondary skills.
Anyone have this?
Anyone have this?
Re: Up for an old school 1st-3rd print game tonight?
In the Yggsburgh book?Kayolan wrote:What I'd really like to get a hold of is Gygax's rules for C&C regarding multiclassing and secondary skills.
Anyone have this?
Lord Tadhg - Lejendary Keeper of Castle Ardmore
"Enjoy a 'world' where the fantastic is fact and magic really works!" ~ Gary Gygax
"By the pricking of my thumbs, Something wicked this way comes:" - Macbeth
"Enjoy a 'world' where the fantastic is fact and magic really works!" ~ Gary Gygax
"By the pricking of my thumbs, Something wicked this way comes:" - Macbeth
Re: Up for an old school 1st-3rd print game tonight?
As you guys may have noted in other threads, I'm going from max this and max this to btb. But. straight btb is too brutal, at least for online play. I'm gathering some house rules for my version of btb in my gauging game play thread. 75% of max seems good and/or re-rolling ones!Kayolan wrote:99.9 percent btb is good enough for me. Nothing else changes.slimykuotoan wrote:Wow, I thought u were finding btb a breath o' fresh air.
Lord Tadhg - Lejendary Keeper of Castle Ardmore
"Enjoy a 'world' where the fantastic is fact and magic really works!" ~ Gary Gygax
"By the pricking of my thumbs, Something wicked this way comes:" - Macbeth
"Enjoy a 'world' where the fantastic is fact and magic really works!" ~ Gary Gygax
"By the pricking of my thumbs, Something wicked this way comes:" - Macbeth
Re: Up for an old school 1st-3rd print game tonight?
It's actually L1.Kayolan wrote: I'm starting with L2 The Secret of Bone Hill.
L2 is The Assassin's Knot.
Anyway, char level 2-4. So, we may need to find some hirelings or run 2 characters!!
Lord Tadhg - Lejendary Keeper of Castle Ardmore
"Enjoy a 'world' where the fantastic is fact and magic really works!" ~ Gary Gygax
"By the pricking of my thumbs, Something wicked this way comes:" - Macbeth
"Enjoy a 'world' where the fantastic is fact and magic really works!" ~ Gary Gygax
"By the pricking of my thumbs, Something wicked this way comes:" - Macbeth