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  1. Xaelvaen

    "I'd Never Normally Play This, But . . . ." -- i.e., That One Time You Got Talked Into Going Way Outside Your Comfort Zone

    Really - I had no idea they'd create such animosity in their similarities. Cool history lesson however - thank you sir.
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    D&D 4E 4e Clone − help create it!

    We actually use a modified ability score system as well, for several different games we play: Strength, Dexterity, Agility, Vitality Logic, Charisma, Intuition, Resolve So the 8 scores isn't that odd of a thing (to me). If it helps diversify the characters/enemies, create more niche room, and...
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    Numenera: Third Time Wasn't the Charm

    Ouch - I can definitely see armor (damage resistance) easily abused in that way. Sorry your experience was so terrible. It could also be I'm behind the time a bit in regards to its current iteration. I only have the original kickstarter books for the game, so only one monster portfolio, a...
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    Numenera: Third Time Wasn't the Charm

    How very bizarre - in the Numenera core rulebook, damage resistance is a very -rare- thing. It's not even supposed to be on a third of the monsters, thus why the design in damage being 2, 3, and 5. Sounds like bad monster creation (only referring to your third play example, obviously)...
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    "I'd Never Normally Play This, But . . . ." -- i.e., That One Time You Got Talked Into Going Way Outside Your Comfort Zone

    I always found them similar of a read, though admittedly I've played neither - only read, and not overly in depth at that. It always reminded me a bit of Alternity with the 'lower is better' approach.
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    "I'd Never Normally Play This, But . . . ." -- i.e., That One Time You Got Talked Into Going Way Outside Your Comfort Zone

    Well, I still had my grasp on the feats/options from the first two books I believe? So I figured it wouldn't be too much worse - yeah, should have gone Barbarian haha.
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    Why are we okay with violence in RPGs?

    I love adventures of this vein, and use them quite readily myself, though this one in particular is an interesting take on money being valued more than safety - cleverly done. I had to read this one a few times, then check my previous post, to ensure I hadn't somehow offended you or even...
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    "I'd Never Normally Play This, But . . . ." -- i.e., That One Time You Got Talked Into Going Way Outside Your Comfort Zone

    I'll note, I played 3.0/3.5 and pathfinder quite a bit until D&D 5E released. However, I had a friend who wanted me to play in his Pathfinder game and... I really didn't want to go back. It felt like taking a step backwards in RPG progression. However, I gave it a try - he ran one of those...
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    Systems You'd Never Play after Reading Them

    I guess I'll count Savage Worlds - we got so far as to make characters, but as we practiced rolling and understanding the game (before playing), we didn't enjoy the very 'swingy' feel of the mechanics at all. So technically it's not 'read' and saying nope, but rather, we had to see what was...
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    Systems You'd Never Play after Reading Them

    I'll admit, the system is minimal - the character creation is fairly limited in its final iteration. However, the setting was done marvelously, thanks to the Cypher system itself, mostly.
  11. Xaelvaen

    Why are we okay with violence in RPGs?

    First, love the topic - kudos. I can understand how certain groups or audiences need to pay attention to, and alter these aspects. I'm all for the freedom to express yourself in RPGs, for all people, provided you know your audience - that's always the key. Secondly, a personal anecdote - My...
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    Cyberpunk Genre RPGs

    Both, to be honest. We really loved the tinkering that came from 4th and 5th edition; upgrading guns, weapons, cars, etc. However, Anarchy still allows that with more player agency. It's not quite so hard and meticulous to do all the fiddling about. It also includes mechanics specifically...
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    Cyberpunk Genre RPGs

    I'll specifically add Shadowrun: Anarchy. My group liked it considerably better than Shadowrun 5E.
  14. Xaelvaen

    The A TOUCH MORE CLASS Kickstarter Has Launched! 9 More Classes For Your 5E Game!

    Congratulations on another great Kickstarter, Morrus!
  15. Xaelvaen

    D&D General Color Maps for Virtual Tabletops by Me

    Amazing, unique art style! Going to check out your patreon now - keep up the great work.
  16. Xaelvaen

    Let's Talk About THAC0

    Quite possibly - Southeast U.S. here. I believe we went long A because of the acronym AC having a long A. It's all good!
  17. Xaelvaen

    WotC Baldur's Gate III Announced; Powered by D&D 5E

    That was a great read (aside from the thac0 bashing), thanks for the link Leatherhead
  18. Xaelvaen

    Let's Talk About THAC0

    I was just staying quiet on this one, but we always went with THAKE (like lake) -OH. XD
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    WotC Baldur's Gate III Announced; Powered by D&D 5E

    I was already eager for the game - the video just intensified my desire greatly. Thanks Larian
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