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by Koshnek
Sat Feb 17, 2024 9:27 am
Forum: Hidden Wars
Topic: Ndreare's Preferred Character Sheet
Replies: 0
Views: 97

Ndreare's Preferred Character Sheet

Because I'm too lazy to reverse bbcode it myself, but love bennies too much... [attachment=0]<Download picture to your sheet and insert it between the these tags>[/attachment] [b][size=182]<Name Goes Here>[/size][/b] <One, a few or however many paragraphs of backstory go here> [b][size=109]Attribute...
by Koshnek
Sun Feb 06, 2022 7:57 am
Forum: Savage Rifts House Rule Proposals
Topic: New SPC 3 Considerations
Replies: 34
Views: 9897

Re: New SPC 3 Considerations

I can’t get behind a Mars super package that removes picking a race. I’m fine with built in restrictions and/or gm veto. IF version is fine. As a MARS you are already dealing with a small pool of power points to build your super concept, and trying to Rachet in points and edges/hindrances to represe...
by Koshnek
Thu Jan 27, 2022 3:55 pm
Forum: (5 EP) Deus Ex Machina
Topic: Dumb Luck for XXVII
Replies: 0
Views: 821

Dumb Luck for XXVII

Player Name: Koshnek
Character Name: Custos CarcerisXXVII
Link to Any Reference Post: Five EP for Dumb Luck for XXVII, because you can't flub the first post, man. @Snake Eyes.
by Koshnek
Thu Dec 09, 2021 7:38 pm
Forum: Out of Character Topics
Topic: Account Status Tracker-The only place to announce an absence
Replies: 116
Views: 995832

Re: Account Status Tracker-The only place to announce an absence

Name : Derrick Start Date of Absence : November 23rd-ish Expected Date of Return : January 2nd-ish A/GM Account : Koshnek Characters : Goswin Aigner, Everett Jackson, Runt, Wormy, Tasura Lotulelei, Felix Bray, Captain Blackfoot I'm having a rough time currently. I will try to be back and in top for...
by Koshnek
Sun Nov 07, 2021 9:30 am
Forum: Interface Zero: Chicago Woes
Topic: OOC Chat
Replies: 20
Views: 10663

Re: OOC Chat

Q4 2021 - Each player +1 Advance (Novice 2); Reset Bennies
by Koshnek
Sun Nov 07, 2021 9:18 am
Forum: The Mean Streets
Topic: Rumblings in the Shadow
Replies: 36
Views: 10394

Re: Rumblings in the Shadow

It takes the better part of an hour, but each of you manages to crack open Serenity tower. Its open enough that you can see how to get in but not the dangers that lie in wait inside such a high class, ultra wealthy location. They say discretion is the better part of valor, so you continue your vigil...
by Koshnek
Wed Oct 13, 2021 2:16 pm
Forum: Data Archive
Topic: The Final Hurrah
Replies: 4
Views: 1977

The Final Hurrah

This poll is to answer the question that's been on my mind for several weeks now. Do we continue the game? Whether or not you pick a choice for the poll, I would appreciate it if each of you could post your thoughts/feelings below. I'm especially interested to hear responses to any "No's."...
by Koshnek
Wed Sep 22, 2021 6:18 am
Forum: The Struggle
Topic: New Game - The Struggle
Replies: 49
Views: 10604

Re: New Game - The Struggle

I will endeavor to at least get a character account made today. I slept all day after work yesterday when I intended to do things. Sorry, last two weeks have been a struggle to do much cerebral for me.
by Koshnek
Wed Sep 15, 2021 7:51 pm
Forum: The Struggle
Topic: New Game - The Struggle
Replies: 49
Views: 10604

Re: New Game - The Struggle

Would you like to be my deputy @Dr. Asterisk?! I could take a quartermaster as the sidekick. He helps keep you and I equipped + helps out the town when his duties aren't needed at the home base. (Or, y'know, I guess just kibosh the sidekick completely if I don't need a Deputy, I guess.)
by Koshnek
Wed Sep 15, 2021 7:07 pm
Forum: The Struggle
Topic: New Game - The Struggle
Replies: 49
Views: 10604

Re: New Game - The Struggle

Here's a link to Sheriff Felix Bray (Psi-Slayer Psi-Slinger) via Savaged. He's lived in Skagit his whole life. He's a Psi-Slinger who sought to fit in as a youth (going so far as to wear a wig and cover up his skin) and then to prove himself as an adult. He has a bit of a chip on his shoulder, but n...
by Koshnek
Wed Sep 15, 2021 9:35 am
Forum: The Struggle
Topic: New Game - The Struggle
Replies: 49
Views: 10604

Re: New Game - The Struggle

If there is room for me I would join up.

Edit: Of course, if a new(er) player needs a spot it wouldn’t hurt my feelings if you passed me over in favor of them.

I think I might like to try my hand at playing one of the magic packages which uses item creation.
by Koshnek
Thu Sep 09, 2021 2:17 am
Forum: Tomorrow Legion: 101st Trailblazers
Topic: Fort Hope Maps and Details
Replies: 9
Views: 7220

Re: Fort Hope Maps and Details

Wait........Rob has been in the game all along?????
by Koshnek
Mon Aug 30, 2021 8:36 pm
Forum: Item Creation
Topic: Subtle Mask
Replies: 8
Views: 3193

Re: Subtle Mask

If you use an adventuring gear as the base item for an enchanted item, do you still get to add mods to it as usual or is the coolness getting X item that does Y thing, but magic instead of tech? This is the line that concerned me "Only new non-mechanical and nonelectrical items may be created t...
by Koshnek
Mon Aug 23, 2021 6:04 pm
Forum: Archived Topics
Topic: Coming Soon — October 2021 Black Company Game
Replies: 41
Views: 9314

Re: October 2021 Black Company Game

TW Extraordinaire, Hulk Smash, ...plus Action Stan the headhunting cyber'd man.
by Koshnek
Mon Aug 23, 2021 6:02 pm
Forum: Archived Topics
Topic: Coming Soon — October 2021 Black Company Game
Replies: 41
Views: 9314

Re: October 2021 Black Company Game

Well, that takes Barnaby off the table, then. No real reason to have two TWs on the team, and even if I leaned more heavily into the captaineering, thats a lot of overlap. Honestly, I think Raven is a cool character, but he really just doesn't do it for me. I think it would be one of those things wh...
by Koshnek
Mon Aug 23, 2021 5:53 pm
Forum: Archived Topics
Topic: Coming Soon — October 2021 Black Company Game
Replies: 41
Views: 9314

Re: October 2021 Black Company Game

Most excellent. I'm unfamiliar with everyone's characters, other than Rob and his take on "maximum carnage" as far as I can tell. Any roles need filling? I'm not much for skill monkey types (unless they can be a skill monkey with a big honking gun like a merc soldier or vagabond). Other th...
by Koshnek
Mon Aug 23, 2021 5:15 pm
Forum: Archived Topics
Topic: Coming Soon — October 2021 Black Company Game
Replies: 41
Views: 9314

Re: October 2021 Black Company Game

If you get another no, I would be interested in seeing how things shake out considering I joined the Mercy Six group. I currently have a Techno-Wizard Skyboat Captain, a Nega-Psychic Assassin, and a ultra-good-guy Sea Titan Sea Inquisitor laying around ready for a game. I am not adverse to creating ...
by Koshnek
Mon Aug 23, 2021 3:48 pm
Forum: Item Creation
Topic: Blackstone Neckless SWADE Humble
Replies: 6
Views: 2689

Re: Blackstone Neckless SWADE Humble

Assuming you have Brave on the character, and unbreakable is just a cool name for two minor mods of +1 spirit, I am fine with this.
by Koshnek
Mon Aug 23, 2021 6:31 am
Forum: Item Creation
Topic: Mantle of Immortality
Replies: 10
Views: 4371

Re: Mantle of Immortality

Cool. That sounds reasonable to me. I have recently messed with burrow and it’s onlu 2 ppe. Maybe instead of +10 ppe with two minor mods, maybe +5 ppe and +2 pace? I don’t think you will ever need 25 rounds of burrow, but 10 is nice. Two uses in a long battle (but, like, rifts, lol) or two uses betw...
by Koshnek
Mon Aug 23, 2021 3:50 am
Forum: Item Creation
Topic: Talisman of the Blade - Signature Item for Ciara Cade
Replies: 15
Views: 4222

Re: Talisman of the Blade - Signature Item for Ciara Cade

Sure. Not a weapon, but I think it’s a fine use of minor mod - other for enhancing the psi-sword.
by Koshnek
Sun Aug 22, 2021 10:20 am
Forum: Item Creation
Topic: Talisman of the Blade - Signature Item for Ciara Cade
Replies: 15
Views: 4222

Re: Talisman of the Blade - Signature Item for Ciara Cade

I would say the same thing to that. The rules clearly state "usable to charge the device and activate embedded powers." Blaster is not a power, its an Edge providing a modifier to a power. The only way that would work is if you took the bolt power in the item with a major mod and applied t...
by Koshnek
Sun Aug 22, 2021 10:16 am
Forum: Item Creation
Topic: Mantle of the Adrastian
Replies: 26
Views: 6256

Re: Mantle of the Adrastian

Rob more or less said the same thing about the edges and magic items. It makes sense to me.
by Koshnek
Sun Aug 22, 2021 8:23 am
Forum: Item Creation
Topic: Pa's Magiced up Necklass
Replies: 8
Views: 2922

Re: Pa's Magiced up Necklass

None of the things I suggested were "free power." I guess I didn't connect your description of the item to its free trapping. Either way, my vote is still yay, and you have no nay's, so if your GM is happy with it then I think you're good to go.
by Koshnek
Sun Aug 22, 2021 8:19 am
Forum: Item Creation
Topic: Mantle of Immortality
Replies: 10
Views: 4371

Re: Mantle of Immortality

I see. So the problem with Edges like Luck / Rapid recharge is only an issue with TW items, then?
by Koshnek
Sat Aug 21, 2021 9:46 pm
Forum: Item Creation
Topic: Heavy Fairy Enchanted Armor
Replies: 7
Views: 2223

Re: Heavy Fairy Enchanted Armor

Cool, if you like it that's all that matters! I have no issues with this build and feel confident approving it.
by Koshnek
Sat Aug 21, 2021 8:00 pm
Forum: Item Creation
Topic: Mantle of the Adrastian
Replies: 26
Views: 6256

Re: Mantle of the Adrastian

Also, I am just going to chime in now and say no to using negatives (like hindrances) to add more upgrade slots. It's just not in the rules and I am uncomfortable breaking them right out of the gate. To help make this work I can see glows in the presence of evil as a trapping or minor slot (losing ...
by Koshnek
Sat Aug 21, 2021 7:51 pm
Forum: Item Creation
Topic: Heavy Fairy Enchanted Armor
Replies: 7
Views: 2223

Re: Heavy Fairy Enchanted Armor

I don't see anything wrong with the build itself (other than no one takes advantage of the free trapping all TW/Magic items come with!). Rob does bring up a valid cautionary point, however, and I have my own. +4 Armor is a drop in the bucket against anything other than ion weapons and low end lasers...
by Koshnek
Sat Aug 21, 2021 7:46 pm
Forum: Item Creation
Topic: Talisman of the Blade - Signature Item for Ciara Cade
Replies: 15
Views: 4222

Re: Talisman of the Blade - Signature Item for Ciara Cade

+5 stored PPE usable to charge the device and activate embedded powers† +10 stored PPE usable to charge the device and activate embedded powers† Not Psi-Swords or Psi-Blades :/. A PPE battery (which, technically does not exist for ISP) is its own device . Again, not trying to be that guy. Your GM co...
by Koshnek
Sat Aug 21, 2021 7:00 pm
Forum: Item Creation
Topic: Talisman of the Blade - Signature Item for Ciara Cade
Replies: 15
Views: 4222

Re: Talisman of the Blade - Signature Item for Ciara Cade

*Head scratch* I get it, in theory. Like, I don't want to be that guy, because I think the item is cool - but I don't think you can use those minor mods like I assume you want to. The PPE has to power the device or its powers and your necklace doesn't have any powers and is magic so doesn't need to ...
by Koshnek
Sat Aug 21, 2021 6:54 pm
Forum: Item Creation
Topic: Mantle of Immortality
Replies: 10
Views: 4371

Re: Mantle of Immortality

<Insert flavor Text stuff about how you ripped the magical core of a golem out and maybe a cool Picture here.> Free Trapping: Its *FREE* so, you know, feel free to come up with something nifty if you like. Or don't. Minor: PPE Minor: PPE Major: Burrow Major: Rapid Recharge, or one of its upgrades. J...
by Koshnek
Sat Aug 21, 2021 6:49 pm
Forum: Item Creation
Topic: Bio Wizard Bracers of Domination
Replies: 9
Views: 2848

Re: Bio Wizard Bracers of Domination

Yessssss. I approve so hard. Because even if it wasn't intentional, this is definitely free-trapping material: The Bracer of Domination is a metal ring that is worn on an appendage (leg, arm, tentacles). It “magically” changes size to fit the wearing party. In my head, you did this on purpose. You n...
by Koshnek
Sat Aug 21, 2021 6:45 pm
Forum: Item Creation
Topic: Dweomer Shard Amulet - Sig Item Doctor Asterisk
Replies: 18
Views: 4872

Re: Dweomer Shard Amulet - Sig Item Doctor Asterisk

Well, looks like no one has any problems with it so I won't rock the boat. I will say that magic items and tw items come with a free trapping that I guess I'm the only one who likes to use. Maybe it gives off a subtle light in the dark, or it vibrates in the presence of magic items, or maybe it's ju...
by Koshnek
Sat Aug 21, 2021 6:37 pm
Forum: Item Creation
Topic: Pa's Magiced up Necklass
Replies: 8
Views: 2922

Re: Pa's Magiced up Necklass

I don't think Danger Sense is useless. Although if the GM doesn't let you use it, then I suppose it could feel that way. Anyhow, I don't have a problem with this. Why does no one ever include their free trapping in an item?! Its a free thing. I love free things. Does no one else like free things? It...
by Koshnek
Sat Aug 21, 2021 6:31 pm
Forum: Item Creation
Topic: Subtle Mask
Replies: 8
Views: 3193

Re: Subtle Mask

Minor Mod: Concealed when Worn Could this count as your free trapping and free up a minor slot for something else? It doesn't seem like a super-powerful thing. It fades from view when powered, maybe a notice check can see some light distortion or something if its a little too much for the free trapp...
by Koshnek
Thu Aug 19, 2021 6:33 pm
Forum: (5 EP) The Rob
Topic: Robbing Escanor
Replies: 1
Views: 1322

Re: Robbing Escanor

Player Name: Koshnek
Character Name: Escanor
Link to Any Reference Post: 5 EP for the Rob for Escanor, @Snake Eyes.
by Koshnek
Thu Aug 19, 2021 6:33 pm
Forum: (5 EP) The Rob
Topic: Robbing Escanor
Replies: 1
Views: 1322

Robbing Escanor

Player Name: Koshnek
Character Name: Escanor
Link to Any Reference Post: 3? EP for the Rob for Escanor, @Snake Eyes. (Diamond Coupon)
by Koshnek
Mon Aug 16, 2021 5:24 pm
Forum: Archived Recruits
Topic: Coming Soon: Mercy Six
Replies: 88
Views: 24309

Re: Coming Soon: Mercy Six

@Pender Lumkiss
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Working on formatting, but I think I like it.
by Koshnek
Sun Aug 15, 2021 12:17 pm
Forum: Archived Recruits
Topic: Coming Soon: Mercy Six
Replies: 88
Views: 24309

Re: Coming Soon: Mercy Six

Well...if you're at 7 anyhow, you sure you don't want to make it the full 8? :D
by Koshnek
Fri Aug 13, 2021 9:28 pm
Forum: The Mean Streets
Topic: Rumblings in the Shadow
Replies: 36
Views: 10394

Re: Rumblings in the Shadow

Location: Central Chicago, Aurora Barrens, the Downside Time: Sunday June 3, 2095 - 8:45 AM Weather: Last night's deluge has knocked some of the humidity out of the air, but the warm early morning reminds you that summer is just around the corner. https://savagerifts.com/sr/download/file.php?id=268...
by Koshnek
Wed Jul 28, 2021 8:39 pm
Forum: The Mean Streets
Topic: Rumblings in the Shadow
Replies: 36
Views: 10394

Re: Rumblings in the Shadow

Location: Central Chicago, Aurora Barrens, the Downside Time: Sunday June 3, 2095 - 8:45 AM Weather: Last night's deluge has knocked some of the humidity out of the air, but the warm early morning reminds you that summer is just around the corner. https://savagerifts.com/sr/download/file.php?id=268...
by Koshnek
Wed Jul 21, 2021 1:05 pm
Forum: The Mean Streets
Topic: Rumblings in the Shadow
Replies: 36
Views: 10394

Re: Rumblings in the Shadow

"You make good points, Nakama," Kit responds to Boris ' and Shift 's reimbursement concerns, "This fee is good for a group of mostly unknowns. Some of you are known to me." The slight neko-girl Black Swan feel free to make a Notice roll at -2. Success on this roll includes the r...
by Koshnek
Wed Jul 21, 2021 6:22 am
Forum: The Mean Streets
Topic: Rumblings in the Shadow
Replies: 36
Views: 10394

Re: Rumblings in the Shadow

Black Swan feels much more eloquent and the exactly right words to say seem to flow into her mind without effort as she prepares to convince Kit to pay the team more. The negotiation takes 1d4+1 minutes . That is 20 rounds, so Shift will have to pay 3 extra PP to maintain boost trait on black swan ...
by Koshnek
Sat Jul 17, 2021 6:32 am
Forum: The Mean Streets
Topic: Rumblings in the Shadow
Replies: 36
Views: 10394

Re: Rumblings in the Shadow

Roc nods, not putting to much thought into the process. "Sounds good to me." ... Then looking towards the client he asks. He liked the jobs where he was allowed to clean up when done. Nothing pissed him off more than being forced to let someone live and then deal with them stumbling acros...
by Koshnek
Wed Jul 14, 2021 6:25 am
Forum: Savage Rifts House Rule Proposals
Topic: Signature Item Rules
Replies: 23
Views: 12990

Re: Signature Item Rules

Balitrox….I mean I approve whole-heartedly. But I also think it’s a fine edit balance wise. Especially if it lines up with upcoming content.
by Koshnek
Tue Jul 13, 2021 2:22 pm
Forum: Archived Recruits
Topic: Coming Soon: Mercy Six
Replies: 88
Views: 24309

Re: Coming Soon: Mercy Six

Sounds like a lot of fun, but it looks like you're full. You can consider me an alternate if anything happens, but these guys are all active ones so I doubt itll come up. Welcome back!
by Koshnek
Mon Jul 12, 2021 6:34 pm
Forum: The Mean Streets
Topic: Rumblings in the Shadow
Replies: 36
Views: 10394

Rumblings in the Shadow

Location: Central Chicago, Aurora Barrens, the Downside Time: Sunday June 3, 2095 - 8:00 AM Weather: Last night's deluge has knocked some of the humidity out of the air, but the warm early morning reminds you that summer is just around the corner. the Downside - Exterior.jpg the Downside - Interior...
by Koshnek
Tue Jul 06, 2021 4:15 pm
Forum: Supporting Cast
Topic: Eithar Colhromam, Elven Combat Mage and Eldritch Knight
Replies: 0
Views: 753

Eithar Colhromam, Elven Combat Mage and Eldritch Knight

Fortune & Glory
1d20
1d20

Hero's Journey
pd1d20
1d20
1d20

Starting Wealth
4d6 x 100 = 1900
2d4 x 500 = 1000
Credits: 2900
by Koshnek
Sun Jun 13, 2021 3:29 pm
Forum: Data Archive
Topic: Hacking Setting Rule Plug Ins
Replies: 4
Views: 2504

Re: Hacking Setting Rule Plug Ins

Hacking Cyber Combat Plugins: Bring the Pain (no Hard Mode), Counter Hacking, Cyber Hacking, Programs Program List: Autoscanner, BlackRAT, Blaster, DeletePro, Hyper Editor, ICEpick, Mask Maker, Mindfrag, Partition Viper, Reality Editor, Traceroute, Traceroute Deluxe, TraceroutePro General Purpose P...
by Koshnek
Sat Jun 12, 2021 2:23 pm
Forum: Data Archive
Topic: Poll: Secret Roller
Replies: 3
Views: 1690

Re: Poll: Secret Roller

Secret Roller could gave uses beyond notice. Nothing where I would take any control of your character from your hands, but a hacker might attempt to hack you and you could fail the roll, or a psychic might attempt to slip inside your head stealthily. I also don’t like the idea of passive notice for ...
by Koshnek
Sat Jun 12, 2021 9:54 am
Forum: Data Archive
Topic: Poll: Secret Roller
Replies: 3
Views: 1690

Poll: Secret Roller

It’s not quite Savage Worlds, but I’d like to introduce a Setting Rule, but only if y’all agree to it. Secret Roller: There may be times when the GM wishes to make a roll on behalf of the player. If he does so, he’ll take into account all applicable Specializations, Augmentations, gear, Edges, Hindr...
by Koshnek
Sun May 23, 2021 6:59 pm
Forum: Supporting Cast
Topic: Cyborg Man
Replies: 1
Views: 1126

Re: Cyborg Man

Whiz Novice Combat Cyborg, Combat Cyborg, and Walking Toolkit Iconic Framework : Combat Cyborg Background Despite his large size and clunky hands, Whiz has a surprisingly delicate touch. He can keep up with the Castle's best mechanics. In fact, most of the Tomorrow Legion's cyborgs prefer to come t...
by Koshnek
Sun May 23, 2021 6:29 pm
Forum: Supporting Cast
Topic: CybeR PCO Man
Replies: 1
Views: 1168

Re: CybeR PCO Man

Daniel "Danny Boy" Parker Seasoned Male Human, MARS Personal Concept Option, and Conman Iconic Framework : MARS Personal Concept Option Background Daniel has done it all, seen it all, overcome the odds and lived to tell you the tale. At least, hell have you convinced its true while he fle...
by Koshnek
Sun May 23, 2021 3:16 pm
Forum: Supporting Cast
Topic: CybeR PCO Man
Replies: 1
Views: 1168

CybeR PCO Man

d4d6 x 100
d2d4 x 500
d6d6 x 1000

pd1d20
dLdLp1d20
dLdLp1d20
by Koshnek
Sun May 23, 2021 1:53 pm
Forum: Northern Gun - Mercenaries
Topic: PC Followers for PBP
Replies: 1
Views: 1623

PC Followers for PBP

Extras (Followers) for PCs Look at the whole group--say, 5 soldiers doing the same Shooting action--as a single Wild Card character. So they roll one Shooting Die and one Wild Die. The idea is that they're working as a team, so they have a better chance of success. However, since they're rolling a ...
by Koshnek
Sun May 23, 2021 12:36 pm
Forum: Supporting Cast
Topic: Cyborg Man
Replies: 1
Views: 1126

Cyborg Man

H1d20
Hpd1d20

d4d6 1500
d2d4 2000
by Koshnek
Sun May 23, 2021 11:34 am
Forum: Supporting Cast
Topic: Headhunter Driver-Man
Replies: 0
Views: 832

Headhunter Driver-Man

F&G 1d20 (Reroll if allowed. If not, alternately replace Quick/Ambidextrous with Extraction or Acrobat if allowed) F&G 1d20 F&G 1d20 Cybernetics HJ 1d20 Cybernetics HJ 1d20 Cybernetics HJ 1d20 Credits 4d600+2d2000 Credits: 4d6 x 100 = 1500 Credits 2d4 x 500 = 1500 1500 + 1500 = 3000 Cre...
by Koshnek
Fri May 21, 2021 11:22 pm
Forum: Supporting Cast
Topic: Human Body-Fixer
Replies: 1
Views: 1341

Re: Human Body-Fixer

Dr. Enderson Seasoned Male Human, MARS Body-Fixer, and Street Doc Iconic Framework : MARS Body-Fixer Background Dr. Enderson hails from the CS where he was too unscrupulous in his selection of patients for the ISS to ignore. The Doctor's motto has always been to treat any patient as long as they ca...
by Koshnek
Fri May 21, 2021 9:20 pm
Forum: Supporting Cast
Topic: Human Body-Fixer
Replies: 1
Views: 1341

Human Body-Fixer

F&G 1: 1d20 F&G 2: 1d20 F&G 2.1: 1d20 F&G 2.2: 1d20 Interlude HJ: Experience & Widom 1d20 Credits 1: 4d600 Credits 2: 2d2000 Allied Personalities: AP1: 1d20 - Cowardly AP2: 1d20 - Artistic AP3: 1d20 - Treacherous AP4: 1d20 - Clueless AP5: 1d20 - Sneaky
by Koshnek
Thu May 20, 2021 6:52 pm
Forum: (10 EP) Signature Item
Topic: Signature Item for Tirgal Danvanbor
Replies: 0
Views: 1250

Signature Item for Tirgal Danvanbor

Player Name: Koshnek
Character Name: Tirgal Danvanbor
Link to Any Reference Post: 7 EP for a Signature Item for Tirgal Danvanbor, @KahlessNestor. (Diamond Coupon)
by Koshnek
Sun May 16, 2021 4:49 pm
Forum: (1 EP) Anyone Got a Benny?
Topic: Benny for Goswin Aigner
Replies: 3
Views: 1885

Re: Benny for Goswin Aigner

Player Name: Koshnek
Character Name: Goswin Aigner
Link to Any Reference Post: One EP for one Benny for Goswin Aigner, @Pursuit.
by Koshnek
Wed May 12, 2021 7:23 pm
Forum: Data Archive
Topic: The Game We Want
Replies: 1
Views: 1423

Re: The Game We Want

I've got 4/5 votes with a majority. We'll go with option one. I will move this post into the archive at some point to de-clutter the main forum.
by Koshnek
Fri May 07, 2021 5:30 pm
Forum: The Mean Streets
Topic: Tall Tales at the Downside (Interlude)
Replies: 12
Views: 7872

Re: Tall Tales at the Downside (Interlude)

Location: The Free City of Chicago (Wherever your character may be leading up to the meeting with Kit) Time: Sunday June 3, 2095 - 7:00 AM (or whatever time is appropriate for your character to make the 8:00 AM meeting with Kit at the Downside) Weather: Last night's deluge has knocked some of the h...
by Koshnek
Thu May 06, 2021 3:32 pm
Forum: (1 EP) Anyone Got a Benny?
Topic: Benny for Goswin Aigner
Replies: 3
Views: 1885

Re: Benny for Goswin Aigner

Player Name: Koshnek
Character Name: Goswin Aigner
Link to Any Reference Post: One EP for one Benny for Goswin Aigner, @Pursuit.
by Koshnek
Thu May 06, 2021 3:32 pm
Forum: (1 EP) Anyone Got a Benny?
Topic: Benny for Goswin Aigner
Replies: 3
Views: 1885

Re: Benny for Goswin Aigner

Player Name: Koshnek
Character Name: Goswin Aigner
Link to Any Reference Post: One EP for one Benny for Goswin Aigner, @Pursuit.
by Koshnek
Thu May 06, 2021 3:31 pm
Forum: (1 EP) Anyone Got a Benny?
Topic: Benny for Goswin Aigner
Replies: 3
Views: 1885

Benny for Goswin Aigner

Player Name: Koshnek
Character Name: Goswin Aigner
Link to Any Reference Post: One EP for one Benny for Goswin Aigner, @Pursuit.
by Koshnek
Tue Apr 20, 2021 2:58 pm
Forum: Interface Zero: Chicago Woes
Topic: Setting Rules
Replies: 11
Views: 5449

VR Worlds

VR Worlds The following VR worlds are the most popular, though many, many more exist. Note: Pinnacle Entertainment has kindly allowed us to introduce a few of their most popular game settings as fictional VR worlds. All artwork is copyright 2020 Pinnacle Entertainment. Used with their permission. (...
by Koshnek
Tue Apr 20, 2021 2:55 pm
Forum: Interface Zero: Chicago Woes
Topic: Setting Rules
Replies: 11
Views: 5449

VR Mechanics

Avatars When characters enter virtual reality, they have avatars; virtual bodies which they use to interact with whatever VR world they are in. The avatar can move, fight, run, touch, hear, and even taste and smell(!). We don’t wish to bog you down with a ton of unnecessary rules for creating an av...
by Koshnek
Tue Apr 20, 2021 2:53 pm
Forum: Interface Zero: Chicago Woes
Topic: Setting Rules
Replies: 11
Views: 5449

Virtual Reality

Virtual Reality Virtual Reality is a core element in many cyberpunk settings. The notion of a hacker “jacking in” and running a hack against a megacorp in virtual reality has been around since Case first started “Punching Deck” in Neuromancer. It’s almost expected that characters can do this sort o...
by Koshnek
Sun Apr 18, 2021 9:42 pm
Forum: Interface Zero: Chicago Woes
Topic: Setting Rules
Replies: 11
Views: 5449

Safehouse Options

Advantages Advantages improve a safe house in some manner that is not directly a security option. Cost is the price per month. In the case of a hotel or other safe house that is paid for daily, the cost is 1/10th of that shown per day. In the case of a purchase, the cost is multiplied by 25. Amenit...
by Koshnek
Sun Apr 18, 2021 9:20 pm
Forum: Interface Zero: Chicago Woes
Topic: Setting Rules
Replies: 11
Views: 5449

Safehouses

Safehouses From time to time, characters may find it necessary to find a safe house to lay low. This may be a temporary flop that they will hide in for a few days or weeks, or this may be the character’s permanent lair with all the amenities of home and a security system that makes the place a veri...
by Koshnek
Sun Apr 18, 2021 7:56 pm
Forum: Interface Zero: Chicago Woes
Topic: Setting Rules
Replies: 11
Views: 5449

Modified Hindrances / New Edges

Modified Hindrances Anemic (Minor/Major): Anemic characters are particularly susceptible to sickness, disease, environmental effects, and fatigue. They subtract 2 from Vigor rolls made to resist Fatigue (see Hazards, starting on page 125). As a Major Hindrance, characters suffer a −2 on all rolls t...
by Koshnek
Sun Apr 18, 2021 7:43 pm
Forum: Interface Zero: Chicago Woes
Topic: Setting Rules
Replies: 11
Views: 5449

Savings

Savings Savings reflects the character living within a budget and watching their daily spending. A character can accumulate Savings either by a Windfall or by living a Lifestyle that is below their current Lifestyle die. They may stash away as many Savings as they wish. A character can spend one Sa...
by Koshnek
Sun Apr 18, 2021 7:35 pm
Forum: Interface Zero: Chicago Woes
Topic: Setting Rules
Replies: 11
Views: 5449

Lifestyles Table

Lifestyles Table Less than d4 Lifestyle - Impoverished: Living on the streets. Ragged clothes. No sanitation. Get food where you can. Impact: Natural healing rolls are made at –4. Spending more than one month Impoverished gives the Anemic and Ugly Hindrances until the Lifestyle can be improved. d4 ...
by Koshnek
Sun Apr 18, 2021 7:26 pm
Forum: Interface Zero: Chicago Woes
Topic: Setting Rules
Replies: 11
Views: 5449

Lifestyles

Lifestyles Instead of handling the crew’s day to day expenses by counting every Cryptodollar spent, it is easier to use the Lifestyle Setting Rule. This isn’t the Wealth Setting Rule; crews are still expected to buy mission gear and other essentials out of pocket. Instead, this is a quick and easy ...
by Koshnek
Sun Apr 18, 2021 3:59 pm
Forum: Data Archive
Topic: Hacking Setting Rule Plug Ins
Replies: 4
Views: 2504

Re: Hacking Setting Rule Plug Ins

Bold=Baseline Plugins I intend to include. (if no one heavily objects) Italic=My preferences (But very open for discussion) Strikethrough=Probably not happening Unformatted=Completely up to y'all. BRING THE PAIN - I don't really want to deal with the bookkeeping of attacking and/or damaging each ot...
by Koshnek
Sun Apr 18, 2021 1:09 pm
Forum: Data Archive
Topic: The Game We Want
Replies: 1
Views: 1423

The Game We Want

Option 1) You guys are all more or less locals. You're part of the underground scene. People, corps, gangs and criminal organizations need things done. You tend to be "good" guys, but there are times where the jobs can be "morally grey" at best. Celebrating your last gig together...
by Koshnek
Wed Jan 06, 2021 6:10 pm
Forum: Supporting Cast
Topic: Drake, Elderly One-Shot Crazy
Replies: 1
Views: 1226

Re: Drake, Elderly One-Shot Crazy

Drake Heroic Male Human, Crazy Iconic Framework : Crazy Background Drake is an old coot who once helped take down the biggest of bads. He was once a dragon, despite what his friends might say, but he has since forgotten how to metamorph into his true form. He doesn't let it bother him much, but he ...
by Koshnek
Wed Jan 06, 2021 4:16 pm
Forum: Supporting Cast
Topic: Drake, Elderly One-Shot Crazy
Replies: 1
Views: 1226

Drake, Elderly One-Shot Crazy

Psyche Degradation 1d10 1d10 1d10 1d10 Impulsive, Suspicious (Major), Clueless, Overconfident, Habit (Major) Crazy HJ Crazy Training 1d20 Crazy Training 1d20 Gear HJ Body Armor 1d20 Body Armor 1d20 Body Armor 1 Extra HJ Extra Training 1d20 Extra Training 1d20 Extra Training 1d20 Extra Training 1d20...
by Koshnek
Wed Jan 06, 2021 3:20 pm
Forum: Savage Iron Kingdoms
Topic: Strangelight: A Savage Iron Kingdoms Game
Replies: 29
Views: 15054

Re: Strangelight: A Savage Iron Kingdoms Game

Manny Costa Just create a whole new account. Give the new account your new character's name (if you have one already, if not it can be changed later). You can link the new account to your old account for easy switching, too (User Control Panel -> Linked Accounts). That's actually the preferred meth...
by Koshnek
Mon Jan 04, 2021 3:18 pm
Forum: Savage Iron Kingdoms
Topic: Strangelight: A Savage Iron Kingdoms Game
Replies: 29
Views: 15054

Re: Strangelight: A Savage Iron Kingdoms Game

Jammer -> Bouncer -> Caller for me, but I'm ok with any of the three. You mentioned you recruited off of social media, so I'd also let someone new to the site have my space, too, if it came to that.
by Koshnek
Sun Jan 03, 2021 12:11 am
Forum: Savage Iron Kingdoms
Topic: Strangelight: A Savage Iron Kingdoms Game
Replies: 29
Views: 15054

Re: Strangelight: A Savage Iron Kingdoms Game

I prefer magic, or a mix of magic and smack in’ but I can play anything happily.

Jammer, Bouncer and Mechanic all sound fun, but not if someone else would prefer them.
by Koshnek
Sat Jan 02, 2021 7:05 pm
Forum: Savage Iron Kingdoms
Topic: Strangelight: A Savage Iron Kingdoms Game
Replies: 29
Views: 15054

Re: Strangelight: A Savage Iron Kingdoms Game

I'm only in a few games now, so if there's room for me I could throw my hat in. I'm not sure what is needed now, as the original posting seems a bit outdated.
by Koshnek
Thu Sep 10, 2020 9:16 pm
Forum: Interface Zero: Chicago Woes
Topic: OOC Chat
Replies: 20
Views: 10663

Re: OOC Chat

Does your team have a group name? Should they? If you guys want your characters to be collectively known as a team by some name, work it out here. If you do, come up with some snazzy names for your group of freelancers, and then when we have some cool names I can throw a poll up for you guys to narr...
by Koshnek
Thu Sep 10, 2020 8:52 pm
Forum: Interface Zero: Chicago Woes
Topic: Character Goals
Replies: 3
Views: 2612

Character Goals

Post here if there is anything you would like your character to work towards accomplishing or acquiring. For example, if Patrick decided that he really wants Kas to devolop a working (or some other type of) relationship with Kristof, he could let me know here. Then I could work towards bringing Kris...
by Koshnek
Thu Sep 03, 2020 9:42 am
Forum: The Mean Streets
Topic: The Battle for the Downside
Replies: 29
Views: 14869

Re: The Battle for the Downside

Location: Central Chicago, Aurora Barrens, the Downside Time: Sunday June 3, 2095 - 2:05 AM Weather: A deluge of rain pounds against the building. Without the noise of the crowd, the storm seems louder than before, but still quiter than the din of battle. Environment: The strobing lights and death ...
by Koshnek
Sun Aug 30, 2020 6:27 pm
Forum: Nightbane
Topic: Seraph, Angelic Nightbane (Unaligned)
Replies: 12
Views: 7003

Re: Seraph, Angelic Nightbane

Build Points: Base: 8 Angelic Morphus: +2 Maximum Build Points Immortal Potential: +2 Maximum Build Points Immortal Potential: +2 Maximum Build Points Armor (+2; 6 points total, two from Supernatural Toughness) Big (-2) Claws (+4) Edges (+8; (Very) Attractive, Charismatic, Martial Warrior) Flight (...
by Koshnek
Sun Aug 30, 2020 5:28 pm
Forum: Data Archive
Topic: Going Forward(?)
Replies: 0
Views: 1475

Going Forward(?)

I'm alive! I meant to post this a week and a half or so ago, but things got unexpectedly wonky for me. Do you guys want to continue the game? I would like to continue if y'all will stick with me. I got behind here, of course, and in my other games, and I had a really hard time jumping back into the ...
by Koshnek
Thu Jul 16, 2020 7:53 pm
Forum: Nightbane
Topic: Seraph, Angelic Nightbane (Unaligned)
Replies: 12
Views: 7003

Re: Seraph, Angelic Nightbane

Build Points: Base: 8 Angelic Morphus: +2 Maximum Build Points Immortal Potential: +2 Maximum Build Points Immortal Potential: +2 Maximum Build Points Edges (+8; (Very) Attractive, Charismatic, Martial Warrior) Flight (+2; 6(d6), Maneuver with Athletics) Major Hindrances (-4; Code of Honor, Impulsi...
by Koshnek
Wed Jul 15, 2020 2:18 pm
Forum: Nightbane
Topic: Seraph, Angelic Nightbane (Unaligned)
Replies: 12
Views: 7003

Re: Seraph, Angelic Nightbane

Oh, I also meant to ask, is Natural Leader required here? Some GM's rule wild cards are affected by command edges, some don't. I assumed it was needed because I couldn't find it anywhere in the setting rules or nightbane write up. Also, am I limited to affecting those within my 5" command radiu...
by Koshnek
Wed Jul 15, 2020 1:38 pm
Forum: Nightbane
Topic: Seraph, Angelic Nightbane (Unaligned)
Replies: 12
Views: 7003

Re: Seraph, Angelic Nightbane

Ndreare *mutters something about dang gm's not letting someone munchkin to their heart's content* :P Alan brought up the armor thing in NB chat, too. I felt like the write up didn't support it for an angelic amorphous. Supernatural Toughness*: The Morphus form has +2 Toughness (may use racial build...
by Koshnek
Mon Jun 08, 2020 12:45 pm
Forum: The Mean Streets
Topic: The Battle for the Downside
Replies: 29
Views: 14869

Re: The Battle for the Downside

Location: Central Chicago, Aurora Barrens, the Downside Time: Sunday June 3, 2095 - 1:59 AM Weather: A deluge of rain pounds against the building and can be heard over the roaring din of the crowd. Environment: Deafening Death Metal is still roaring over the speakers and lights continue strobing (i...
by Koshnek
Sat May 23, 2020 10:29 am
Forum: Archived Recruits
Topic: What to Run...
Replies: 13
Views: 7843

Re: What to Run...

I'd pick Ravenloft. I was fond of my character and regret that I wasn't able to contribute more when the game was live.
by Koshnek
Sat May 23, 2020 10:21 am
Forum: Out of Character Topics
Topic: Account Status Tracker-The only place to announce an absence
Replies: 116
Views: 995832

Re: Account Status Tracker-The only place to announce an absence

Name : Derrick Start Date of Absence : 5/22/2020 Expected Date of Return : 5/31/2020 A/GM Account : Koshnek Characters : William Rawlins, Everett Jackson, Goswin Aigner, Neil, Adolphus Buckman, Ulfbjorn I took a week of vacation and will be much less available than usual. I have posted for all of m...
by Koshnek
Sun May 17, 2020 7:31 pm
Forum: Data Archive
Topic: (Q1 SJ2) Big Trouble in Littie Fu Qu's (Kat, Caelia)
Replies: 4
Views: 3798

Re: (Q1 SJ2) Big Trouble in Littie Fu Qu's (Kat, Caelia)

Caelia knows Kat has her back as the women strive to keep the peace at Fu Qu's. There's plenty of commotion up front as customers come in and give Kat a hard time, but Caelia doesn't let her distract her from her job. Her diligence soon pays off. After Fu Manchu and Sunglasses try to stir up trouble...
by Koshnek
Sun May 17, 2020 6:46 pm
Forum: Data Archive
Topic: (Q1 SJ3) Settin' up Shop (Bright, Shift)
Replies: 6
Views: 4868

Re: (Q1 SJ3) Settin' up Shop (Bright, Shift)

Stitch responds to Bright 's call, "Excellent! Thank you, Bright. I can take the time I need with a clear conscience. But don't worry about those supplies, eh? That's why I sent extra. There really is no excuse for a proper clinic, and you never know what complications will pop up on the street...
by Koshnek
Sun May 17, 2020 5:32 pm
Forum: Data Archive
Topic: (Q1 SJ1) Sweet Justice (Black Swan, Emi, Whiskers)
Replies: 4
Views: 3651

Re: (Q1 SJ1) Sweet Justice (Black Swan, Emi, Whiskers)

Black Swan puts her skills to the test and is able to eliminate the first location near the Sweet Sweets factory. Tapping into the local grid, Whiskers is able to monitor the final locations and narrows their search down to the three story apartment. Having a single location to watch, Whiskers is ab...
by Koshnek
Sun May 17, 2020 4:57 pm
Forum: The Mean Streets
Topic: Welcome to the Downside! (Open RP)
Replies: 27
Views: 12901

Re: Welcome to the Downside! (Open RP)

http://explorersunlimited.com/images/upload/2020/04/24/20200424125650-6a5a2c4a.jpg "The Downside does not close until two. Chugging is for closing time!" Kit playfully admonishes Shift . She pours two more beers for the men and sets them in front of them. Then she returns to her tasks.
by Koshnek
Sun May 17, 2020 1:11 pm
Forum: The Mean Streets
Topic: The Battle for the Downside
Replies: 29
Views: 14869

Re: The Battle for the Downside

Location: Central Chicago, Aurora Barrens, the Downside Time: Sunday June 3, 2095 - 1:59 AM Weather: A deluge of rain pounds against the building and can be heard over the roaring din of the crowd. Environment: Deafening Death Metal is still roaring over the speakers and lights continue strobing (i...
by Koshnek
Sun May 17, 2020 12:22 pm
Forum: Interface Zero: Chicago Woes
Topic: OOC Chat
Replies: 20
Views: 10663

Re: OOC Chat

Totally missed this comment.

However you like, just preferably contained within inline or ooc code.

It's nice to have 'em list out the modifiers (from edges, wounds, etc), too.

(Note: Please don't leave 'em hanging around as a big white box at the end of your post, however you choose to do them!)
by Koshnek
Sun May 17, 2020 9:34 am
Forum: Data Archive
Topic: Kat Novak
Replies: 7
Views: 5386

Re: Kat Novak

Your skills look like they add up correctly now. Your base Toughness is written oddly, but it does come out to 10 if I understand how you wrote it. Not sure where you're getting 14(4) for the fatigues and 15(5) for stacking the vest with the fatigues, though? Vigor d8/2 = 4 + 2 = 6 +2 (Augs) = 8 Tou...

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