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I might very well be wrong; I certainly apply my comment about intuitive grasp of probability to myself, as well. :) However, I don't think you've proved it yet, because of a semantic difference. You're correct that . . . . . . . -- Eric

I have always seen these problems used to impress upon people how bad humans are at intuitively judging statistics and probability. For the record, despite knowing the solution to the chests problem, I still got this wrong at first (intuitive) glance. . . . . . . . -- Eric

Sounds interesting. Still, I'm curious: what elements of the session really brought home the Dawnforge "feel" for you? How was it different from a standard D&D game? In particular, what are the "world-shaping" characteristics of the PCs? . . . . . . . -- Eric

Thanks for the recaps, folks. At least I can live vicariously. Sorry I wasn't able to make it. . . . . . . . -- Eric

Wow. Relax, man. Breathe. Seriously, that's one of the most important parts of being a DM, in my experience. Roll with the punches, don't be afraid to improvise and make judgement calls. Don't worry too much about keeping things "on track" during the session: instead, do damage control...

I tried it and liked it. FYI, there is a quickstart and a combat simulator program on their website. The game is not perfect (by which I mean there are several minor areas I would house rule), but it is well done and certainly playable for campaigns. . . . . . . . -- Eric

What's this? I see no nakedly flaming people, here! Or flamingly naked people either! Oh well, good read, despite the bait and switch. *grumble, grumble* ;) Actually, the phrase inspired me with no less than 4 different interesting ways to start a character, as well. Looking forward to...

It's looking more like I won't make it as the morning progresses, so I'm going to go ahead and bow out, so that people can plan accordingly. My sincere apologies, Melvin; I'll try to catch you some other time. Please feel free to fill my spot, d20books. I'll still drive up if I do wind up...

Eww, yuck. Just found out that I may have to work on Saturday. Nothing definite right now, so at this point I'm still planning to be there, but I wanted to let y'all know as soon as possible. I'll post again as soon as I know something definite. . . . . . . . -- Eric

As do the players. "Door, thanks." As long as your players are interchangable, this is no big deal. When you care whether this particular player stays (either because they are a great roleplayer or a close friend) it becomes more important. Ideally, people set their limits, and everyone...

Interesting. Care to tell the story (perhaps in its own thread)? My experience and preferences tend toward the polar opposite. . . . . . . . -- Eric

Nice post, Luke, and a good summary. Another option is to provide secrets or other social "powerups" based on the roll of the dice or invocation of a power. This is the same principle as allowing Sense Motive to detect lies. Several of the Spycraft abilities provide similar bonuses, such as...

And the heroes triumph once more. Yay!! :) I have such a clear mental picture of Anvil in his ranger hat saying "Only you can prevent forest fires. Kettenek's justice demands it!" . . . . . . . -- Eric

My table is still completely open, AFAIK. . . . . . . . -- Eric

Fortunately, I've had a bit better luck at both ConSortium and OwlCon than you, although I do generally avoid RPGA events at both. I also still game with Terry on a regular basis. . . . . . . . -- Eric

I guess I should post here, eh? Turnabout being fair play, and all. First, I always like to listen to the players desires. There has been mention of the desire for their own little pocket universe. Let them each write in, say... 3 traits of their little pocket dimension. Now, to keep it a...

More thoughts: + Why the primals? Because sending them to the Far Realm could reinforce the failing reality of the realm. They are so "primal" that their presence would help keep things from diverging further into multi-dimensional, non-euclidian, Lovecraftian space. Basically, they are to...

Doubly so, because it confused me. But I'm probably just getting too into the analogy. Olidamarra and Fraz are clearly kindred spirits. Perhaps they fill the same roles, and Fraz is Oli's equivalent from the Far Realm? This would explain Oli's particular insight into Fraz's plots... they...

Hate to be discouraging, but this doesn't seem like such a good idea to me. What do you see as the advantage? Are you tired of DMing and trying to get this player to be the DM for a while? Why do you need to alter the player's character to do it? I mean, as DM you control just about...

Dunno. All the conventions around here tend to struggle and die off. OwlCon is still going in early February, 'though. . . . . . . . -- Eric