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Kaladorm
Master of Realmslore
United Kingdom
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 Posted - 07 May 2006 : 22:12:51
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I'm posting to ask if there are any current PBEM games running that are looking for any more players?
I'm currently running my own campaign via PBEM (http://www.candlekeep.com/forum/topic.asp?TOPIC_ID=3966) and so I'm pretty familiar with it, but I'd much rather play with the trusted scribes at candlekeep rather than having to go 'outside'  . I'm going to have a lot of time on my hands soon so I can post pretty regularly.
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Alaundo
Head Moderator
United Kingdom
5695 Posts |
Posted - 07 May 2006 : 22:26:33
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Well met
I've actually been meaning to collate a list of links and information on active PBeM FR games running for a sticky topic herein. If anyone wishes to answer Kaladorm's question, then i'll add ye to the list 
So ye have a lot of time on thy hands eh, Kaladorm? Well why didn't ye say sooner... i've got just the job for thee   |
Alaundo
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Kaladorm
Master of Realmslore
United Kingdom
1176 Posts |
Posted - 07 May 2006 : 22:39:46
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Well I 'will' have a lot of time on my hands :) Right now I'm spending about 26 hours a day working for these exams, but they're all done in 4 weeks (erk!). and I'll have about 4 months off.
I'm loving working on the realms but want to get more and more involved. If you need anything doing I'm happy to give it a go
p.s. you can add my game to the list for starters
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Alexis Merlin
Learned Scribe
USA
115 Posts |
Posted - 07 May 2006 : 22:42:17
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| I'd be very interested in joining your PBEM game Kaladorm, albeit in a few weeks time once my finals are over with! |
It is knowledge that influences and equalizes the social condition of man; that gives to all, however different their political position, passions which are in common, and enjoyments which are universal.
(Benjamin Disraeli)
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Kaladorm
Master of Realmslore
United Kingdom
1176 Posts |
Posted - 07 May 2006 : 22:47:00
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Should have been clearer that I'm actually looking to join another game myself :)
My game has I think 8 players at the moment, which is getting tricky to balance for, but hey I like a challenge. Things have been a little quiet of late but the next batch of emails will have yours included so you can see a little of what its like |
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Alexis Merlin
Learned Scribe
USA
115 Posts |
Posted - 07 May 2006 : 22:47:50
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| Aha, no problems....I *may* even look into DMing one such game myself, provided I get more familiar with the rules etc. |
It is knowledge that influences and equalizes the social condition of man; that gives to all, however different their political position, passions which are in common, and enjoyments which are universal.
(Benjamin Disraeli)
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Ender
Acolyte
USA
3 Posts |
Posted - 07 May 2006 : 23:23:14
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I have run games via IRC in the past--I like it a bit more than email because it moves along a bit quicker. Later we switched to using OpenRPG, which is good too since it has a minis board on it (makes combat pretty simple)
(actually I'm starting a new one up now. Should be fun.) |
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Arivia
Great Reader
Canada
2965 Posts |
Posted - 08 May 2006 : 03:21:21
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Originally posted by Ender
I have run games via IRC in the past--I like it a bit more than email because it moves along a bit quicker. Later we switched to using OpenRPG, which is good too since it has a minis board on it (makes combat pretty simple)
(actually I'm starting a new one up now. Should be fun.)
IRC is a great medium to run games over; I'd suggest judicious use of +m, +v, and +o, and keep the game channel under wraps except to players and chosen others. It's ideal because of its plain text nature; there's a lot of cruft possible over other systems that IRC doesn't include. The main problems are that it is technologically complex for some users(you may have to hand-hold them through setting up a client and connecting) and that 3e is very hard to run on it due to lack of a grid; I can work around this, but some effects(most emanations) are very hard to implement.
I'm actually looking for more players for my Wednesday night Undermountain game over IRC, if anyone's interested.
@Kaladorm: The best guide on balancing for large parties in 3e can be found on SKR's website. |
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Kaladorm
Master of Realmslore
United Kingdom
1176 Posts |
Posted - 08 May 2006 : 09:08:51
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| Thanks Arivia, I have had a read of that |
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Sian
Senior Scribe
Denmark
596 Posts |
Posted - 08 May 2006 : 14:47:00
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| i'll be interested in joining the fray :) ... tried playing via IRC before with succes (that the group died pretty fast because we where having some serius battle ingroup about what to do with goblin childs is another story) |
what happened to the queen? she's much more hysterical than usual
She's a women, it happens once a month |
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TheHermit
Seeker
USA
60 Posts |
Posted - 08 May 2006 : 17:53:25
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I've been considering one for a bit now - first level, the 'scouring of the Ghost Holds' plot I've mentioned before, starting in the spring of 1357DR.
Let me think on it a bit longer, and I'll do my best to decide yea or nay sooner rather than later. |
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- "Signs Painted", Polyhedron #70; April, 1992; TSR, Inc.
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Kaladorm
Master of Realmslore
United Kingdom
1176 Posts |
Posted - 08 May 2006 : 19:18:37
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Guys can I just say that I am not looking here to increase the number of players in my campaign. Whilst I'm sure it would be good fun I already have plenty enough whose mad schemes I have to cope with 
I'm looking for a game to play in myself (though I'm sure anyone else wanting to join a game can apply here too in the hope a DM will see it ) |
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Arivia
Great Reader
Canada
2965 Posts |
Posted - 08 May 2006 : 19:24:31
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Originally posted by Sian
i'll be interested in joining the fray :) ... tried playing via IRC before with succes (that the group died pretty fast because we where having some serius battle ingroup about what to do with goblin childs is another story)
Only problem is we're starting at 2-3 am your time and going for 4 hours.  |
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Sian
Senior Scribe
Denmark
596 Posts |
Posted - 08 May 2006 : 20:09:24
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| well ... then it depends on what day it is :p ... |
what happened to the queen? she's much more hysterical than usual
She's a women, it happens once a month |
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Archwizard
Learned Scribe
USA
266 Posts |
Posted - 09 May 2006 : 08:42:40
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| I would also be interested in a compilation of PBeM games and related resources, especially ones run by members here. I have been at a lost when it comes to finding new games (specifically FR PBeMs) since the disappearance of Pbem.com. |
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Mordakay of Thay
Acolyte
Romania
33 Posts |
Posted - 09 May 2006 : 13:13:53
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| Have you guys checked www.ghostorb.com ?Seems promising. |
William Yeats |
Edited by - Mordakay of Thay on 09 May 2006 13:14:52 |
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Mumadar Ibn Huzal
Master of Realmslore
1338 Posts |
Posted - 09 May 2006 : 20:08:00
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I have recently picked-up the thread of my PbeM game after a internet access hiatus. Resident scribe and Candlekeep Compendium contributor Hymn is missing in action, and his character Branith Rockbiter - 4th lvl priest of Moradin might be in need of a new player...
Click on the following link for the Yahoo group: Twilight Dawn
In addition journal installments of the early part of the game can be found on the Candlekeep main site. |
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Alaundo
Head Moderator
United Kingdom
5695 Posts |
Posted - 09 May 2006 : 21:18:13
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Originally posted by Mumadar Ibn Huzal
I have recently picked-up the thread of my PbeM game after a internet access hiatus. Resident scribe and Candlekeep Compendium contributor Hymn is missing in action, and his character Branith Rockbiter - 4th lvl priest of Moradin might be in need of a new player...
Click on the following link for the Yahoo group: Twilight Dawn
In addition journal installments of the early part of the game can be found on the Candlekeep main site.
Well met
Hmmmm, still no word from Hymn, eh?
Regarding thy journals, Mumadar, I merely await thine updates and will gladly keep doing so whenever ye send them |
Alaundo
Candlekeep Forums Head Moderator
Candlekeep - The Library of Forgotten Realms Lore
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Archwizard
Learned Scribe
USA
266 Posts |
Posted - 02 Jul 2006 : 00:43:52
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| Sorry everyone, I shouldn't announce openings for an OA game since it's not set in the Realms. I just looked it up in the code of conduct, I should not have posted in haste. My apologies. |
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hammer of Moradin
Senior Scribe
USA
758 Posts |
Posted - 02 Jul 2006 : 08:06:04
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As I recently mentioned to Fletch (oh, about 5 minutes ago), if everything works out in the next month, I may have some time on my hands (regular, and on-time articles Al!) to re-start the Sundabar Seven. I only want to do it if I have the time, however. You, of course, will be in if I can get it back up and running. |
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Candlekeep proverb: If a thing is said often enough, fools aplenty will believe it to be true. |
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Alaundo
Head Moderator
United Kingdom
5695 Posts |
Posted - 02 Jul 2006 : 09:24:27
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Originally posted by hammer of Moradin
As I recently mentioned to Fletch (oh, about 5 minutes ago), if everything works out in the next month, I may have some time on my hands (regular, and on-time articles Al!) to re-start the Sundabar Seven. I only want to do it if I have the time, however. You, of course, will be in if I can get it back up and running.
Well met
Ahh, splendid, Hammer. I always look forward to thine articles on dwarven lore  |
Alaundo
Candlekeep Forums Head Moderator
Candlekeep - The Library of Forgotten Realms Lore
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An Introduction to Candlekeep - by Ed Greenwood
The Candlekeep Compendium - Tomes of Realmslore penned by Scribes of Candlekeep
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Mumadar Ibn Huzal
Master of Realmslore
1338 Posts |
Posted - 02 Jul 2006 : 09:38:30
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Originally posted by Alaundo
Well met
I've actually been meaning to collate a list of links and information on active PBeM FR games running for a sticky topic herein.
Alaundo, any udpate on this initiative? |
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Alaundo
Head Moderator
United Kingdom
5695 Posts |
Posted - 02 Jul 2006 : 09:46:08
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Originally posted by Mumadar Ibn Huzal
quote:
Originally posted by Alaundo
Well met
I've actually been meaning to collate a list of links and information on active PBeM FR games running for a sticky topic herein.
Alaundo, any udpate on this initiative?
Well met
Apologies, Mumadar, it slipped my mind to chase this up. If we can start a current active PBeM collation and anyone running such a game can please email or PM me with the following details, then i'll get something up soon
Mandatory:
PBeM Name
PBeM DM
DM's Email address
PBeM Overview
Optional:
Expected Duration
Character positions available
Lurkers permitted?
Any other information |
Alaundo
Candlekeep Forums Head Moderator
Candlekeep - The Library of Forgotten Realms Lore
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An Introduction to Candlekeep - by Ed Greenwood
The Candlekeep Compendium - Tomes of Realmslore penned by Scribes of Candlekeep
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Chyron
Learned Scribe
Hong Kong
279 Posts |
Posted - 03 Jul 2006 : 07:04:30
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Since my group has disbanded (due to real life matters) I have been considering doing a PBeM or some form of E-PnP (Using a chat client, etc) However having never facilitated such an undertaking (the 'e' part, my players felt I was a fairly competent DM) I am still considering how to get started.
Kaladorm, you would not considerwriting up an Idiot's Guide to DMing a PBeM manual with all your free time would you ?
Seriously though, if anyone can recommend any good resource(s) on handling a PBeM it would be much appreciated. I have to leave for the states for a summer class at the University of Las Vegas this week, but I would like to start something in mid August when I return. |
Just My Thoughts
Chyron :)
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Kaladorm
Master of Realmslore
United Kingdom
1176 Posts |
Posted - 03 Jul 2006 : 11:17:39
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Good idea Chyron.
I'll start work on it when I get back from the beach today |
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eldritchknight
Acolyte
USA
27 Posts |
Posted - 04 Jul 2006 : 01:22:27
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| I am starting a Play by Post FR game based in Waterdeep and the Silver Marches over at Brennor's RPG Corner. |
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Archwizard
Learned Scribe
USA
266 Posts |
Posted - 06 Jul 2006 : 05:20:50
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Originally posted by Chyron
Since my group has disbanded (due to real life matters) I have been considering doing a PBeM or some form of E-PnP (Using a chat client, etc) However having never facilitated such an undertaking (the 'e' part, my players felt I was a fairly competent DM) I am still considering how to get started.
Kaladorm, you would not considerwriting up an Idiot's Guide to DMing a PBeM manual with all your free time would you ?
Seriously though, if anyone can recommend any good resource(s) on handling a PBeM it would be much appreciated. I have to leave for the states for a summer class at the University of Las Vegas this week, but I would like to start something in mid August when I return.
There used to be a decent barebones write up of what a PBeM is and how to run one on the defunct site PBeM.com. This unofficial replacement is the closest I could find: http://www.pbem2.com/resources.php
I've noticed a few games out there, very few, but many are regular D&D games that happen to borrow FR elements, and not approaching the depth and integration I've experienced in the past.
I'm still up for an FR PBeM. I haven't been in one for nearly a year, since it is the only method I can play through, I'm going through withdrawal. I see character concepts in my sleep...
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Kuje
Great Reader
USA
7915 Posts |
Posted - 06 Jul 2006 : 05:52:11
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Well,
I've seem to have lost a player for my PBEM since Joe has been MIA since June and we can't find a way to get ahold of him.
So, I'm looking for a 1st level character, that can have 700 exp towards 2nd level, to replace his char. As the players decided, no ECL races above +1 and as for classes, since it'll be like a 6th or 7th player, it doesn't matter. Play a class you want to play.
If anyone is interested, contact me either via PM or email and we'll go over char creation. :)
The logs for the game are in the Keep adventure forum.....
Edit: Never mind, gees, you people are quick. |
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Edited by - Kuje on 06 Jul 2006 05:56:27 |
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Dhomal
Senior Scribe
USA
565 Posts |
Posted - 06 Jul 2006 : 06:00:01
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Hello-
I'll say people are quick! A little over 4 minutes from post to edit - so in that time - someone got ahold of you!
Anyway - I was curious - do you have/allow any 'lurkers'? I'd be at least curious as to how things run.
Dhomal |
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Kuje
Great Reader
USA
7915 Posts |
Posted - 06 Jul 2006 : 06:06:42
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Originally posted by Dhomal
Hello-
I'll say people are quick! A little over 4 minutes from post to edit - so in that time - someone got ahold of you!
Anyway - I was curious - do you have/allow any 'lurkers'? I'd be at least curious as to how things run.
Dhomal
Sure,
If anyone wants to lurk, just let me know. :) |
For some of us, books are as important as almost anything else on earth. What a miracle it is that out of these small, flat, rigid squares of paper unfolds world after world, worlds that sing to you, comfort and quiet and excite you... Books are full of the things that you don't get in real life - wonderful, lyrical language, for instance, right off the bat. - Anne Lamott, Bird by Bird
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Mumadar Ibn Huzal
Master of Realmslore
1338 Posts |
Posted - 07 Jul 2006 : 19:14:34
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| In case of interest, lurkers are welcome on the Twilight Dawn PbeM. Currently there are no openings for players (the recent position filled by resident scribe Sian), but openings could become available in the future. Contact the DM for more information. |
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