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| bane |
Posted - 29 Mar 2004 : 10:37:57
hi i'm preparing to run my first dnd adventure/campaign ever but i'm wondering where in Faerun to set it.
I dont want to set it in the Silver marches either if it was going to be a typical suggestion  if anyone has some suggestions one some places that would work well i'd really appreciate it.
I'm starting my characters at 1st level, i did think of puttting them in calimport but that city may be a bit too dangerous for them what do you think?
Thanks alot |
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| SiriusBlack |
Posted - 03 Apr 2004 : 16:35:50
quote:
Originally posted by Faraer
If you want to discuss the World of Greyhawk from its creator's point of view, rather than the version developed by TSR after Gary was thrown out of TSR, look at this forum.
For those interested in such a discussion, I believe Mr. Gygax also has a thread on ENWorld where he answers questions.
Additionally, to get back to the FR world before the Jedi Master's scold me. A Greyhawk product called Greyhawk Ruins is a wonderfully detailed dungeon product with wonderful personality. Many of its levels or encounters could be adapted to Undermountain. |
| Faraer |
Posted - 03 Apr 2004 : 15:57:30
If you want to discuss the World of Greyhawk from its creator's point of view, rather than the version developed by TSR after Gary was thrown out of TSR, look at this forum. |
| The Sage |
Posted - 03 Apr 2004 : 09:05:29
It must be the Jedi Master in me...eh Sirius...?  
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| SiriusBlack |
Posted - 03 Apr 2004 : 06:00:41
quote:
Originally posted by Arivia
Sage, Sirius and I took the spirit of April Fools quite a bit to heart, as you can see in a few other scrolls around here...This is likely one of those.
You should see the past reactions I got when I asked on some other boards:
"What's Greyhawk?"
"Who's Gary Gygax?"
whenever the two subjects came up...
Trust me, The Sage's reaction was by far the calmest one.  |
| The Sage |
Posted - 03 Apr 2004 : 05:02:19
Yes, I only just come to that realisation... Still, it's a site that is worth the mention anyway...
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| Arivia |
Posted - 03 Apr 2004 : 04:36:47
Sage, Sirius and I took the spirit of April Fools quite a bit to heart, as you can see in a few other scrolls around here...This is likely one of those. |
| Shadowlord |
Posted - 03 Apr 2004 : 04:36:28
Indeed, Sage. I was going to point him in that direction, but it was late at night, as I was nearly entering my Reverie... |
| The Sage |
Posted - 03 Apr 2004 : 04:28:21
quote:
Originally posted by SiriusBlack
quote:
Originally posted by bane
thanks for the help guys but the weird thing is that i think i may just dm greyhawk for now and do FR later.
What's Greyhawk?
Sirius, I would suggest that you visit the Canonfire site. It is widely regarded as one of the best Greyhawk sites in cyberspace...
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| Bookwyrm |
Posted - 02 Apr 2004 : 18:30:01
No. It was the first campaign world for Dungeons & Dragons. |
| SiriusBlack |
Posted - 02 Apr 2004 : 05:31:53
quote:
Originally posted by Shadowlord
Another D&D campaign. You may remember the "Greyhawk" world from such titles as Temple of Elemental Evil...
You mean the video game Temple of Elemental Evil? Is Greyhawk a video game world???? |
| Shadowlord |
Posted - 01 Apr 2004 : 21:42:52
Another D&D campaign. You may remember the "Greyhawk" world from such titles as Temple of Elemental Evil... |
| Wooly Rupert |
Posted - 01 Apr 2004 : 18:34:24
quote:
Originally posted by SiriusBlack
quote:
Originally posted by bane
thanks for the help guys but the weird thing is that i think i may just dm greyhawk for now and do FR later.
What's Greyhawk?
Isn't that the new car coming out from Chrysler?  |
| SiriusBlack |
Posted - 01 Apr 2004 : 17:40:34
quote:
Originally posted by Tyros
A grey hawk? ;-)
It must be. Maybe it's one of the new monsters detailed in Eberron. |
| Tyros |
Posted - 01 Apr 2004 : 17:23:31
Hail!
quote:
What's Greyhawk?
A grey hawk? ;-) |
| SiriusBlack |
Posted - 01 Apr 2004 : 17:11:04
quote:
Originally posted by bane
thanks for the help guys but the weird thing is that i think i may just dm greyhawk for now and do FR later.
What's Greyhawk? |
| Alexander Heppe |
Posted - 01 Apr 2004 : 10:30:38
Hey, c´mon, you looked into the Realms and after starting a discussion you wanna go back to Greyhawk? Don´t get me wrong, Greyhawk is a nice setting, but after I started FR, reading the game products and novels, I was totally lost in the creation of Greenwood. For me, there is no turning back. I love this setting, and I admit it. You have to stay true to the Realms.
See, I once had an affair in the late nineties. Yes, an affair. I went out with someone called Planescape. And what was the result? I´m back in the realms, DMing, but my favourite PC so far, my dwarven specialty priest of Marthammor Dúin (Gorath Silverbeard the Trailblazer, 2nd Ed.) is still stuck in Sigil!!!
Morale: Changing from the best setting ever to another does´nt pay at all!
Alex |
| Lord Rad |
Posted - 01 Apr 2004 : 08:43:16
quote:
Originally posted by bane
thanks for the help guys but the weird thing is that i think i may just dm greyhawk for now and do FR later.
WHOAH!!! I dont wanna hear that kind of talk!!   Now pick that FRCS book back up this instance! |
| SiriusBlack |
Posted - 31 Mar 2004 : 23:45:48
quote:
Originally posted by Alexander Heppe
There is also a sequel to the aforementioned Mistledale adventure, but I can´t recall the name...
“Woe to Mistledale” By Skip Williams. It can be found in Dungeon #100. Anyone have any detailed information on what this adventure entails? |
| bane |
Posted - 31 Mar 2004 : 22:31:46
thanks for the help guys but the weird thing is that i think i may just dm greyhawk for now and do FR later.
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| Alexander Heppe |
Posted - 30 Mar 2004 : 08:15:39
Silver Marches being out, I´d definitely vote for the dalelands. The adventure the Sage mentioned would work fine, but notice that there was an excellent (IMHO) starting adventure set in Mistledale in a back-issue of Dungeon magazine, called "Raiders of Galaths Roost", I believe. The 3E Dungeon magazines have featured many good Realms adventures so far: "The Door from everywhere" might be readily accesible for a Dalelands campaign, the stonelands and Cormyr not being too far away. There is also a sequel to the aforementioned Mistledale adventure, but I can´t recall the name... |
| The Sage |
Posted - 30 Mar 2004 : 06:33:36
It may be a little basic, but the Shadowdale adventure from the ol' grey box (revised) would, I believe, be the best option for you to start with bane. It's set in the Dalelands, and introduces many of the key concepts to campaigning in the Realms that a new DM should know.
And, although it's a 2e module, most of the material is still valid for the 3e FR campaign environment.
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| Sarta |
Posted - 30 Mar 2004 : 02:34:13
A lot of it really has to do with what sort of adventures you plan on running:
If you are up for a more political/urban game, why not throw them into the seamy underbelly of Scardale.
For good ole' fashioned monster-slaying there is always the rebuilding of Arabel and scouring the Stonelands of goblins, orcs, and much, much worse.
The Pirate Isles or Suzail are great bases for a sea-faring campaign as swashbuckling freebooters on the Sea of Fallen Stars.
If you are interested in a military style campaign with an Egyptian twist there is always freedom-fighting for Unther vs. Mulhorand.
In preparation for Serpent Kingdoms you can always start them in the Vilhon reach and lay the groundwork for a campaign with the party as freedom-fighters attempting to liberate their lands from the grasp of the Yuan-ti.
For an all spell-casting party, they can be one of the first groups of Deep Imaskari sent out into the world to get a lay of the land and information on new magical developments.
I can go on and on, but a lot of it has to do with the type of campaign you intend to run and which areas you feel most comfortable with.
Sarta |
| Bookwyrm |
Posted - 29 Mar 2004 : 23:41:21
Good suggestion. |
| SiriusBlack |
Posted - 29 Mar 2004 : 20:13:02
Daggerford is another area to consider. It has been detailed in the adventure Under Illefarn and The North boxed set. Additionally, it's close to Waterdeep. Thus, after your players and you gain some experience, you could shift the campaign to Waterdeep if you are interested in a larger area to explore. |
| Bookwyrm |
Posted - 29 Mar 2004 : 17:41:06
I'm with Wooly, personally, but if you're new at this sort of thing, it's probably best to put Waterdeep off for a bit. It's really complicated, and unless you're experienced, I don't think you'll have an easy time doing the city justice.
Undermountain, of course, is a bit easier to keep track of. |
| Wooly Rupert |
Posted - 29 Mar 2004 : 17:04:35
I, personally, am rather fond of Waterdeep. Huge city, major dungeon directly underneath, other nastiness not more than a few day's ride away... |
| SiriusBlack |
Posted - 29 Mar 2004 : 16:48:44
quote:
Originally posted by Brother Ezra
I second the nomination for Damara/Narfell/The Great Dale/Impiltur. Great areas with lots of room for innovation and customization.
Impiltur is featured in Richard Lee Byer's latest novel, The Rage. It's worth checking out for ideas/background if you choose that area. |
| Brother Ezra |
Posted - 29 Mar 2004 : 15:32:28
quote:
Originally posted by Arivia
quote:
Originally posted by bane
I dont want to set it in the Silver marches either if it was going to be a typical suggestion
Wow, that was...interesting.
Thought after first line:Silver Marches!
After second line:Well, no, I guess...
Other ideas for beginners? The aforementioned Dalelands, perhaps Damara, Thesk and the Great Dale?
I second the nomination for Damara/Narfell/The Great Dale/Impiltur. Great areas with lots of room for innovation and customization. |
| Mystery_Man |
Posted - 29 Mar 2004 : 12:53:37
Silver Marches.
or alternatively you could run a Silver Marches campaign. Heh, I'm kidding.
Seriously...
Silver Marches.
No! Stop that!
Say, what's wrong with the Silver Marches anyway?
Anyhow, the Silver Marches...gosh darnit!
Ok seriously your best best would be the afformentioned area or the Dalelands for starting out as a DM, and even for an advanced DM even one such as myself *ahem*.
Cormyr is another good area, it has lots of sourcebooks to pull from as well.
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| Lord Rad |
Posted - 29 Mar 2004 : 12:16:19
Id also recommend the old 2nd edition FRS1(?) - Dalelands accessory. There are also a number of modules set in and related to Daggerdale:
Doom of Daggerdale
Sword of the Dales
The Secret of Spiderhaunt
The Return of Randal Morn |
