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| Kaladorm |
Posted - 07 May 2006 : 22:12:51
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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| Reefy |
Posted - 28 Jul 2006 : 01:46:34
I may as well announce it now, as I've been meaning to get round to it for ages, but I plan on starting a pbem game soon. The setting is to be Waterdeep, levels about 10-12. Further details will follow when I draw up a proper rules list. If you're interested, either drop me a PM or wait until I post. |
| Kaladorm |
Posted - 27 Jul 2006 : 23:10:09
Please do contact me if you have any other suggestions. Otherwise I'll forget and it will remain forvever un-updated :D |
| Alaundo |
Posted - 22 Jul 2006 : 13:05:41
Well met
As part of the recent site update, Kaladorm's guide to PBeM is now available for download.
The link is available permanently in the Campaign Journals, Campaign Logs and Wondrous Treasures section of the main site, but i'll also provide it here for quick reference from the forums.
Guide to Play-by-Email Games
Many thanks to Kaladorm for putting this together. This document will likely be developed and expanded over time, please contact myself or Kaladorm if ye have any comments of suggestions. |
| Alaundo |
Posted - 11 Jul 2006 : 08:31:39
quote:
Originally posted by Kaladorm
The first edition of the guide has been written now . Hope it's of some use to you all, I'll try and update it if I think of more things to add
Well met
Indeed. Many thanks to Kaladorm for taking the time to put this together  I'll be making the guide available here at Candlekeep shortly. |
| Kaladorm |
Posted - 11 Jul 2006 : 00:16:41
The first edition of the guide has been written now . Hope it's of some use to you all, I'll try and update it if I think of more things to add |
| Mumadar Ibn Huzal |
Posted - 07 Jul 2006 : 19:14:34
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. |
| Kuje |
Posted - 06 Jul 2006 : 06:06:42
quote:
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. :) |
| Dhomal |
Posted - 06 Jul 2006 : 06:00:01
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 |
| Kuje |
Posted - 06 Jul 2006 : 05:52:11
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. |
| Archwizard |
Posted - 06 Jul 2006 : 05:20:50
quote:
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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| eldritchknight |
Posted - 04 Jul 2006 : 01:22:27
I am starting a Play by Post FR game based in Waterdeep and the Silver Marches over at Brennor's RPG Corner. |
| Kaladorm |
Posted - 03 Jul 2006 : 11:17:39
Good idea Chyron.
I'll start work on it when I get back from the beach today  |
| Chyron |
Posted - 03 Jul 2006 : 07:04:30
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. |
| Alaundo |
Posted - 02 Jul 2006 : 09:46:08
quote:
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 |
| Mumadar Ibn Huzal |
Posted - 02 Jul 2006 : 09:38:30
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? |
| Alaundo |
Posted - 02 Jul 2006 : 09:24:27
quote:
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  |
| hammer of Moradin |
Posted - 02 Jul 2006 : 08:06:04
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. |
| Archwizard |
Posted - 02 Jul 2006 : 00:43:52
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. |
| Alaundo |
Posted - 09 May 2006 : 21:18:13
quote:
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 |
| Mumadar Ibn Huzal |
Posted - 09 May 2006 : 20:08:00
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. |
| Mordakay of Thay |
Posted - 09 May 2006 : 13:13:53
Have you guys checked www.ghostorb.com ?Seems promising. |
| Archwizard |
Posted - 09 May 2006 : 08:42:40
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. |
| Sian |
Posted - 08 May 2006 : 20:09:24
well ... then it depends on what day it is :p ... |
| Arivia |
Posted - 08 May 2006 : 19:24:31
quote:
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. |
| Kaladorm |
Posted - 08 May 2006 : 19:18:37
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 ) |
| TheHermit |
Posted - 08 May 2006 : 17:53:25
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. |
| Sian |
Posted - 08 May 2006 : 14:47:00
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) |
| Kaladorm |
Posted - 08 May 2006 : 09:08:51
Thanks Arivia, I have had a read of that |
| Arivia |
Posted - 08 May 2006 : 03:21:21
quote:
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. |
| Ender |
Posted - 07 May 2006 : 23:23:14
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.) |
