NC Game Day - Important new info!
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It amuses me somewhat that the majority of the posts in this thread so far have been more food oriented than game oriented. But I'm easily amused anyway. 
I like to eat, there's no question about it. And I like to eat good food too. But the real reason that I love game day and the "pre" and "post" gatherings at food establishments is to pal around with the great people of ENWorld. So my leanings in terms of where we eat focus around a place that has an atmosphere conducive to casual conversation and one that can accomodate a large group of folks who don't want to dress up for the occasion.
To that end, I had a somewhat novel idea: The Mall.
I know that the mall food court is fairly crap in terms of "fine dining" and it certainly has nothing in the way of "regional flair". What it does have is tremendous variety such that virtually everyone can get some food that they find to their liking. It also has ample seating (have you been to a local mall on a Friday night lately?) and we can pull tables together in whatever configuration we like to suit the size of our group. The mall is also casual, easy to find and cheap. We'd also have no worries about any of the younger ENWorlders being carded, nor have to worry about an irritated waitperson wishing we would vacate the table instead of sitting there for hours, drinking free iced tea and talking about Half-Fiend Kobolds.
Again, I know it lacks personality, but it's such a pragmatic choice that I felt I'd be remiss if I didn't mention it. I like the "big tent" appeal of it. But my opinion carries no more weight than anybody else's and if the group decides that we simply must go to an exotic restaurant, you'll get no complaints from me.
I like to eat, there's no question about it. And I like to eat good food too. But the real reason that I love game day and the "pre" and "post" gatherings at food establishments is to pal around with the great people of ENWorld. So my leanings in terms of where we eat focus around a place that has an atmosphere conducive to casual conversation and one that can accomodate a large group of folks who don't want to dress up for the occasion.
To that end, I had a somewhat novel idea: The Mall.
I know that the mall food court is fairly crap in terms of "fine dining" and it certainly has nothing in the way of "regional flair". What it does have is tremendous variety such that virtually everyone can get some food that they find to their liking. It also has ample seating (have you been to a local mall on a Friday night lately?) and we can pull tables together in whatever configuration we like to suit the size of our group. The mall is also casual, easy to find and cheap. We'd also have no worries about any of the younger ENWorlders being carded, nor have to worry about an irritated waitperson wishing we would vacate the table instead of sitting there for hours, drinking free iced tea and talking about Half-Fiend Kobolds.
Again, I know it lacks personality, but it's such a pragmatic choice that I felt I'd be remiss if I didn't mention it. I like the "big tent" appeal of it. But my opinion carries no more weight than anybody else's and if the group decides that we simply must go to an exotic restaurant, you'll get no complaints from me.
Dah! It snuck up on me!
Okay, here's the deal: On the pre-planning thread, I said I'd be running Star Wars using the Feng Shui system, as a way to introduce people to this (incredibly awesome) game. I have since realized that this was a pretty foolish idea, as playing in a heavily modified version of the game (different stats, skills, Archetypes, and schtick types) would have just confused anybody who wanted to get into classic Feng Shui later on.
So I'm going to run a normal game of Feng Shui. Slots for 3-4 players, I want to keep it small--I've never been good at GMing large groups, 5 is my absolute max and even that makes me twitchy. I mean, seriously, with that many you just know the others are plotting to steal your tortilla chips while you're talking to another. The game will be about demon hunting in New York City, and be set in 1995. Also, for those familiar with the game, I'll be completely ditching the standard Feng Shui cosmology, since it kicked my dog. This means that Arcanowave will not be included, and neither will any Arcanowave using archetypes. (Side note: I'd prefer to run for people who aren't in my regular group, for horizens must ever broaden, and you bastards already know all my cheap tricks.
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For those interested, the list of Archetypes used is...
Big Bruiser
Everyman Hero
Ex-Special Forces
Gambler
Journalist
Karate Cop
Killer (assasin)
Magic Cop
Martial Artist
Medic
Masked Avenger (Batman or Daredevil type)
Maverick Cop
Ninja
Old Master
Private Investigator
Scrappy Kid
Sorcerer
Spy
Supernatural Creature
Techie
Thief
As for playing, either Henry's Call of Cthulhu game or CodeMonky's Grim sounds quite cool. Of course, if someone would be willing to run Exalted (or Sorcerer, or The Riddle of Steel, or Unknown Armies, or Donjon, or Orpheus), I'd be a very happy little Jeph, indeed.
Oh, and whoever braught The Gamers last time will recieve my ever lasting gratitude if they could bring it again. Some of us have not yet had a chance to watch it with the commentary.
The mall would be cool. As would any number of fine establishments on Hillsborough Street, which has the added advantage of being about a block away from the building in which the GD itself would be held.
Anticipatory,
--Jeff
Okay, here's the deal: On the pre-planning thread, I said I'd be running Star Wars using the Feng Shui system, as a way to introduce people to this (incredibly awesome) game. I have since realized that this was a pretty foolish idea, as playing in a heavily modified version of the game (different stats, skills, Archetypes, and schtick types) would have just confused anybody who wanted to get into classic Feng Shui later on.
So I'm going to run a normal game of Feng Shui. Slots for 3-4 players, I want to keep it small--I've never been good at GMing large groups, 5 is my absolute max and even that makes me twitchy. I mean, seriously, with that many you just know the others are plotting to steal your tortilla chips while you're talking to another. The game will be about demon hunting in New York City, and be set in 1995. Also, for those familiar with the game, I'll be completely ditching the standard Feng Shui cosmology, since it kicked my dog. This means that Arcanowave will not be included, and neither will any Arcanowave using archetypes. (Side note: I'd prefer to run for people who aren't in my regular group, for horizens must ever broaden, and you bastards already know all my cheap tricks.
)For those interested, the list of Archetypes used is...
Big Bruiser
Everyman Hero
Ex-Special Forces
Gambler
Journalist
Karate Cop
Killer (assasin)
Magic Cop
Martial Artist
Medic
Masked Avenger (Batman or Daredevil type)
Maverick Cop
Ninja
Old Master
Private Investigator
Scrappy Kid
Sorcerer
Spy
Supernatural Creature
Techie
Thief
As for playing, either Henry's Call of Cthulhu game or CodeMonky's Grim sounds quite cool. Of course, if someone would be willing to run Exalted (or Sorcerer, or The Riddle of Steel, or Unknown Armies, or Donjon, or Orpheus), I'd be a very happy little Jeph, indeed.
Oh, and whoever braught The Gamers last time will recieve my ever lasting gratitude if they could bring it again. Some of us have not yet had a chance to watch it with the commentary.
The mall would be cool. As would any number of fine establishments on Hillsborough Street, which has the added advantage of being about a block away from the building in which the GD itself would be held.
Anticipatory,
--Jeff
Lola
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Rel said:
Which has it's own logistical problems, such as... how will we find each other in a crowded Friday night food court? Think of the people coming for the first time! Of course, you could wear the "Geeks Anonymous Meeting" sandwich board.
Seriously, I might go for that more if it weren't a Friday night. On Fri and Sat, food courts tend to be too noisy and crowded. I mean, can you see us growling at other mall patrons trying to secure tables and chairs? I'll go with the crowd on this one, just voicing my reservations.
Henry
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Lola said:
We'll all just come dressed in black trenchcoats. That'll clear a table or two.
Seriously, a non-mall location will likely be better; I wouldn't even rule Applebee's out, because of their suitably varied cuisine choices; we just need to be sure who's coming, and be sure that the establishment could handle a single group of its size, and give it advance warning.
To that end, I would suggest two lists, Rel: First list for the schedule, and the second list of Who's Dining.
Clueless
Webmonkey
Rel said:
If you really want to see me mow down a small mewling child in cold blood.... but no seriously, I'm faintly demophobic. Cross that with noise, and echoing rooms. I'll have to say I'd pass on it, otherwise I'll have the headache from... someplace someone's grandma doesn't want to hear about.
Belen
Legend
Henry: I wouldn't mind playing in a d20 modern campaign. I have yet to try that system and I would enjoy playing in something out of the ordinary.
I am willing to run something. I have a new campaign world that I am itching to subject you guys to, I mean playtest. I got the idea after watching Princess Mononoke and it just grew from there.
I am sure that my fiance and I would be interested in dinner out. Maybe I could even get some of my players to come.
Dave
I am willing to run something. I have a new campaign world that I am itching to subject you guys to, I mean playtest. I got the idea after watching Princess Mononoke and it just grew from there.
I am sure that my fiance and I would be interested in dinner out. Maybe I could even get some of my players to come.
Dave
Lola
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Barbecue Lodge on Capital blvd. I can attest to the fact that their chicken pastry (chicken n' dumplings) and banana pudding are fantastic. They have a great setup for large groups, and are fairly cheap. Of course, their rating recently dropped 5 pts... to a 95. (that's waaaay cleaner than my kitchen)
Come on people, opinions?
Come on people, opinions?
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