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Erik Scott de Bie
Forgotten Realms Author
USA
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 Posted - 12 Jan 2013 : 01:21:52
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Since events are currently being processed, I thought I'd poll for interest.
Who'd be interested in attending a 2+ hour gathering of Realmsians at GenCon this year? If you came to the seminar last year, you may remember a number of authors and designers, both present and past, in attendance, talking all manner of things Realms.
What say you?
Cheers
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Erik Scott de Bie
'Tis easier to destroy than to create.
Author of a number of Realms novels (GHOSTWALKER, DEPTHS OF MADNESS, and the SHADOWBANE series), contributor to the NEVERWINTER CAMPAIGN GUIDE and SHADOWFELL: GLOOMWROUGHT AND BEYOND, Twitch DM of the Dungeon Scrawlers, currently playing "The Westgate Irregulars" |
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Hoondatha
Great Reader
USA
2450 Posts |
Posted - 12 Jan 2013 : 03:11:04
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| I keep saying I'll make it to GenCon this year, and it doesn't pan out. Still, I'm planning on getting out to GenCon this year, and I'd love to come to a CK seminar. |
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The Sage
Procrastinator Most High
Australia
31799 Posts |
Posted - 12 Jan 2013 : 03:41:37
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I've got tentative holiday plans to visit with the Lady K's parents in Brazil this year, so my allotted holiday period may already be taken up with that.
Unless those plans change, attending GenCon 2013 won't be an option for me. Otherwise, yeah, I'm interested, and I'll be at the Seminar. |
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BlackAce
Senior Scribe
United Kingdom
358 Posts |
Posted - 12 Jan 2013 : 03:45:21
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I'd love to be there, but if theres one thing I've learned over the last few years it's that my fiancee can NEVER get time off in August.  |
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Matt James
Forgotten Realms Game Designer
USA
918 Posts |
Posted - 12 Jan 2013 : 03:47:04
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We're going to entice you all with cookies. Oh, and new custom, year 2, pins ;)
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Tyrant
Senior Scribe
USA
586 Posts |
Posted - 12 Jan 2013 : 04:41:37
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| I live 90 miles away from Indy so barring complications I will be at GenCon and I would definitely come to another Realms seminar/get together. |
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Wooly Rupert
Master of Mischief
USA
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Posted - 12 Jan 2013 : 05:50:01
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Originally posted by Matt James
We're going to entice you all with cookies. Oh, and new custom, year 2, pins ;)
Wish I could have gotten one of the ones from last year... |
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vorpalanvil
Seeker
USA
90 Posts |
Posted - 12 Jan 2013 : 06:05:13
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| I only live a few hours away in Columbus OH and have still never been so I guess this is as good as reason as any to finally go. However, my attendance will probably only lead others to stay away. Also it's a chance to hit up the KODT guys for more free stuff. They love to hook up fans on the swag! |
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Lord Bane
Senior Scribe
Germany
479 Posts |
Posted - 12 Jan 2013 : 12:26:33
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Originally posted by Matt James
We're going to entice you all with cookies. Oh, and new custom, year 2, pins ;)
Darth Vader sanctified cookies from the Dark Side?
On a more serious note, since it is across the atlantic and that involves the sufficiant funding and timing to make that trip, i won´t be making it. |
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Jeremy Grenemyer
Great Reader
USA
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Posted - 12 Jan 2013 : 15:20:12
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I'd definitely be interested in going.
Wish I had a smart phone capable of taking 2+ hours of video. It would be cool to have something beyond a transcript for the folks who can't make it. |
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Markustay
Realms Explorer extraordinaire
USA
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Posted - 12 Jan 2013 : 15:35:02
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I'm really doubting I will be able to make it this year, but my GF lives just 2 hours away so you never know. The group I hang with when I'm there (in Kentucky) didn't go last year, but I understand they do all plan to go this year.
I have to say I really enjoyed last year's, despite going alone. Lots of people made me feel welcome, the James bro's and Ed included - I had a GREAT time. I highly recommend going for anyone who can possibly find some way to get there. 
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Originally posted by Jeremy Grenemyer
Wish I had a smart phone capable of taking 2+ hours of video. It would be cool to have something beyond a transcript for the folks who can't make it.
There will be lots of others there - perhaps you can pre-arrange each of you recording a segment?
I learned more at the 'casual' CK seminar then I did at any of the others (regarding FR) - little bits that were dropped that weren't mentioned in the 'official' talks. Plus they were all just so damn entertaining. Seeing Ed and James Lowder play-off against each other was like 'an evening at the improv' - amazing. |
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The Red Walker
Great Reader
USA
3567 Posts |
Posted - 12 Jan 2013 : 15:59:28
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quote:
Originally posted by Erik Scott de Bie
Since events are currently being processed, I thought I'd poll for interest.
Who'd be interested in attending a 2+ hour gathering of Realmsians at GenCon this year? If you came to the seminar last year, you may remember a number of authors and designers, both present and past, in attendance, talking all manner of things Realms.
What say you?
Cheers
I say count me in! What excuse can I offer when I am only 30 minutes away?
And If the James Bros are handling cookies and pins....how about an exclusive gencon seminar only Erik Scott de Bie short story? |
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John F. Kennedy, speech in Dublin, Ireland, June 28, 1963
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Matt James
Forgotten Realms Game Designer
USA
918 Posts |
Posted - 12 Jan 2013 : 19:29:00
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| I didn't have time last year due to some other commitments, but I will try to set up my film gear this year. We'll get the seminar as well as exclusive interviews with Realms authors, designers, and past alumni. |
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George Krashos
Master of Realmslore
Australia
6688 Posts |
Posted - 13 Jan 2013 : 01:16:28
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I'm tossing up whether to come this year or next. Will have to talk to higher powers before a decision is made. If I'm in town, I'll definitely be at any Candlekeep Seminar.
-- George Krashos
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The Red Walker
Great Reader
USA
3567 Posts |
Posted - 13 Jan 2013 : 03:07:02
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Originally posted by George Krashos
I'm tossing up whether to come this year or next. Will have to talk to higher powers before a decision is made. If I'm in town, I'll definitely be at any Candlekeep Seminar.
-- George Krashos
Ill save you a seat in front |
A little nonsense now and then, relished by the wisest men - Willy Wonka
"We need men who can dream of things that never were." -
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CorellonsDevout
Great Reader
USA
2708 Posts |
Posted - 13 Jan 2013 : 05:06:40
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| Man, I wish I could go, but I doubt it |
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Xnella Moonblade-Thann
Learned Scribe
USA
234 Posts |
Posted - 13 Jan 2013 : 13:31:44
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| hmmm...maybe this year, Tymora and Waukeen will smile upon me and I'll have the funds (and the time off) to go. |
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Mapolq
Senior Scribe
Brazil
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The Sage
Procrastinator Most High
Australia
31799 Posts |
Posted - 13 Jan 2013 : 15:16:08
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Originally posted by Mapolq
Sage, whereabouts are you visiting? We usually have RPG conventions in some places in Brazil, tipically during the winter recess. Not close to the clout of GenCon, though, and probably not worth it to be honest, unless you happen to be in the same city with some time to spare.
We're hoping to visit Teresina for a holiday, and then visit the Lady K's parents in Cuiabá.
I've heard about popular gaming conventions being held in Brazil before. We learned about them during our last trip to the country in October 2011. Unfortunately, we weren't able to attend any of them. Since we're projecting to visit sometime between June and October 2013, that would be winter time in Brazil, so... |
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CorellonsDevout
Great Reader
USA
2708 Posts |
Posted - 13 Jan 2013 : 20:13:38
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| Is there a chance this seminar will be available on youtube? I don't think I will be able to attend, but I would like to see it |
Sweet water and light laughter |
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daarkknight
Seeker
USA
66 Posts |
Posted - 14 Jan 2013 : 02:55:00
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After hearing about last year's GenCon and the CK seminar, I had decided that I definitely wanted to go. I'm still intending to do so.
That being said, if I'm there, I'm there at the seminar! |
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Kris the Grey
Senior Scribe
USA
422 Posts |
Posted - 14 Jan 2013 : 03:16:32
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Erik,
Last year's event was a great.
You can count on me, the wife, and at least a couple of our friends being there again this year! |
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Barastir
Master of Realmslore
Brazil
1607 Posts |
Posted - 14 Jan 2013 : 10:03:52
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Originally posted by CorellonsDevout
Is there a chance this seminar will be available on youtube? I don't think I will be able to attend, but I would like to see it
I'm with CorellonsDevout, I'd love to see it in youtube... And with Mapolq, for although I have some friends who attend to GenCon every year, it's a bit expensive to me, especially now that I'm planning to expand my family! |
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Alaundo
Head Moderator
United Kingdom
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Brian R. James
Forgotten Realms Game Designer
USA
1098 Posts |
Posted - 15 Jan 2013 : 16:17:01
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Markustay
Realms Explorer extraordinaire
USA
15724 Posts |
Posted - 15 Jan 2013 : 17:05:05
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You know... I have thought of that as well. 
And then I think, he is probably also Elvis and Jimmy Hoffa.
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Erik Scott de Bie
Forgotten Realms Author
USA
4598 Posts |
Posted - 15 Jan 2013 : 18:38:15
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Hey all,
Well, it looks like there's a good bit of interest here, which is a good sign.
It is indeed possible we'll see this year's seminar filmed, as Matt mentioned above. If we do that, his will be the official film, and if I know Matt (and I think I do), it'll be a great piece.
We do have extra pins from last year, and I believe there are some with Wooly and Alaundo's names on them.
This year, I think our theme will be Harpers. So the pin'll be pretty awesome, I think . . .
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Erik Scott de Bie
'Tis easier to destroy than to create.
Author of a number of Realms novels (GHOSTWALKER, DEPTHS OF MADNESS, and the SHADOWBANE series), contributor to the NEVERWINTER CAMPAIGN GUIDE and SHADOWFELL: GLOOMWROUGHT AND BEYOND, Twitch DM of the Dungeon Scrawlers, currently playing "The Westgate Irregulars" |
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Lord Bane
Senior Scribe
Germany
479 Posts |
Posted - 15 Jan 2013 : 20:34:34
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Harpers? GAH! Scum of the Realms! Strangle them with the strings of their harps i say! (Not including WotC staff and Writers, pending if they renounce their false ways and repent for their crimes commited under the ill influence of the meddling rats that give the instrument a bad name.)
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Alystra Illianniis
Great Reader
USA
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Wooly Rupert
Master of Mischief
USA
36968 Posts |
Posted - 15 Jan 2013 : 21:33:17
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Originally posted by Erik Scott de Bie
We do have extra pins from last year, and I believe there are some with Wooly and Alaundo's names on them.
That is most welcome news! I don't know if I've said so before, but I'd be happy to reimburse whoever has these for the shipping costs.
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Originally posted by Erik Scott de Bie
This year, I think our theme will be Harpers. So the pin'll be pretty awesome, I think . . .
Oh, you do not know how much I'd love to have a Harper pin! (or three! ) |
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The Sage
Procrastinator Most High
Australia
31799 Posts |
Posted - 16 Jan 2013 : 01:12:49
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Receiving a Harper Pin would be kind of cool... especially for those of us who can't attend.
Some well-known wizard sigils would be cool, as well, for designs of potential Seminar Pins. |
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