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- Thu Feb 25, 2021 6:23 pm
- Forum: Adventure Forum
- Topic: Operation HARE
- Replies: 290
- Views: 96608
Re: Operation HARE
Aleister Crowley what the Sodkan said roughly translates along the lines of some creative cursing and insulting a feline's ancestry, obviously in an agitated tone. Hearing Crowley shout, the two Sodkans start firing upon the opposite rooftop. In response, a hail of gunfire erupts from the rooftop a...
- Sat Feb 20, 2021 11:21 pm
- Forum: Adventures
- Topic: Strangelight: Workshop Woes
- Replies: 45
- Views: 11365
Strangelight: Workshop Woes
You are about to embark on what we hope is a long a fruitful career delving into the mysteries of creatures and entities beyond the normal limitations of our world. We understand you might have questions about the challenges ahead, so we at the Strangelight Workshop have put together this reference...
- Sat Feb 20, 2021 11:03 pm
- Forum: Rules and Setting Information
- Topic: Ceryl, the City of Wizards
- Replies: 0
- Views: 1395
Ceryl, the City of Wizards
Ruler: Duke Mayhew Dergeral, Earl of Oxmeath and Lord Mayor of Ceryl Population: 340,000 human (mostly Thurian, with a large number of Caspian and Midlunder); 5,000 gobber; 1,000 trollkin; small Iosan community Military Presence: Ceryl itself is lightly garrisoned but can call upon the Fourth Army ...
- Sat Feb 20, 2021 9:49 pm
- Forum: Savage Iron Kingdoms
- Topic: Kogul, Strangelight Bouncer
- Replies: 0
- Views: 1183
Kogul, Strangelight Bouncer
Kogul Novice Male Ogrun, Strangelight Bouncer Attributes : Agility d6, Smarts d6, Spirit d6, Strength d8, Vigor d8 Skills : Athletics d6, Common Knowledge d4, Fighting d8, Intimidation d6, Language (Cygnaran) d6, Language (Five Cant) d6, Language (Molgur-Og) d8, Language (Ordic) d6, Notice d4, Pers...
- Sat Feb 20, 2021 9:12 pm
- Forum: Savage Iron Kingdoms
- Topic: Molly Malone, Strangelight Investigator
- Replies: 0
- Views: 1303
Molly Malone, Strangelight Investigator
Molly Malone Novice Female Human, Strangelight Investigator Attributes : Agility d6, Smarts d8, Spirit d6, Strength d6, Vigor d6 Skills : Academics d4, Athletics d6, Common Knowledge d6, Language (Cygnaran) d6, Language (Khadoran) d6, Language (Llaelese) d6, Language (Ordic) d8, Language (Thurian) ...
- Sat Feb 20, 2021 7:38 pm
- Forum: Adventure Forum
- Topic: Operation HARE
- Replies: 290
- Views: 96608
Re: Operation HARE
Stealth 1d6!!+2 Glancing at where the two Sodkans seemed to be focusing their attention, PeteRPG Jackson spots movement on the rooftop of the building opposite to the tenant block that the rest of the team had entered. Amongst the roof gables and chimney stacks there appear to be some men, a few ar...
- Tue Feb 16, 2021 5:43 am
- Forum: Savage Iron Kingdoms
- Topic: Strangelight: A Savage Iron Kingdoms Game
- Replies: 29
- Views: 15106
Re: Strangelight: A Savage Iron Kingdoms Game
I'm gonna give it until the end of the month, if no players step in to play as the Bouncer and/or Investigator then I'll run those as NPCs.
- Sun Feb 14, 2021 2:41 pm
- Forum: Adventure Forum
- Topic: Operation HARE
- Replies: 290
- Views: 96608
Re: Operation HARE
Rifle Guy (1) or SMG guy (2) 1d2 Fighting 1d4!!-2 Rifle Guy Spirit 1d6!! The rifle-toting Sodkan manages to keep his cool despite the sudden and unexpected case of a low flying feline, though he does curse in response. His partner gives him a hard shove and points at the surrounding roofs, somethin...
- Thu Feb 11, 2021 9:53 pm
- Forum: Adventure Forum
- Topic: Operation HARE
- Replies: 290
- Views: 96608
Re: Operation HARE
"Ah, more codenames." The woman replies in language of the Commonwealth with a slightly bemused tone. "Very well Kingfisher, you lead." 'Hare' lowers the pistol and then places it in a shoulder holster. "I go armed." Crusor_Peter45 you spy the two Sodkans from earlier ...
- Thu Feb 11, 2021 9:37 pm
- Forum: Adventure Forum
- Topic: Change o' Plans
- Replies: 169
- Views: 58314
Re: Change o' Plans
Emmerich just grows angrier and angrier as he listens, though there seemingly comes a point where he decides he's heard enough. It's clear he doesn't believe what you're saying, but he doesn't right out say it. He abruptly turns and climbs into the steam wagon, then calls out. "I have little pa...
- Thu Feb 04, 2021 10:45 pm
- Forum: Savage Iron Kingdoms
- Topic: Duganh Flint, Jammer extraordinaire
- Replies: 5
- Views: 3287
Re: Duganh Flint, Jammer extraordinaire
Fair dues. It's your choice to go Investigator, or whatever, I just suggested because it looked like very few changes were needed to go that role IMO. Though please let me know what you decide. I may change it to Repair then, in two minds about it. Though, to let you know the site has a thing where ...
- Wed Feb 03, 2021 9:16 pm
- Forum: Adventure Forum
- Topic: Operation HARE
- Replies: 290
- Views: 96608
Re: Operation HARE
Corbec leads the way into the tenant, along litter strewn floors and past grime coated walls. Here and there are faded posters half-peeling off the wall, closer inspection show these are old wartime propaganda posters dating back at least a decade. The building is mostly quiet save for the buzz of f...
- Wed Feb 03, 2021 5:19 pm
- Forum: Adventure Forum
- Topic: Change o' Plans
- Replies: 169
- Views: 58314
Re: Change o' Plans
Emmerich just scowls back, though he arches an eyebrow when Hope mentions 'mechanical beasties' and then completely ignores Archibald's question. “Perhaps some of our inventions fell into the wrong hands and were released on your cattle. That would be a terrible event if it occurred, of course. Havi...
- Wed Feb 03, 2021 6:32 am
- Forum: Savage Iron Kingdoms
- Topic: Duganh Flint, Jammer extraordinaire
- Replies: 5
- Views: 3287
Re: Duganh Flint, Jammer extraordinaire
Hey, for the Savage Iron Kingdoms game right? If so, some feedback. Repair d4 - Did you create the character via Savage.us? Rhulfolk start with Trade d4 rather than Repair, though can understand if you weren't sure how to do custom skills in Savage.us. Jammer - You dead set on playing a Jammer? I as...
- Mon Feb 01, 2021 3:37 am
- Forum: Out of Character Topics
- Topic: Utherwald News Thread
- Replies: 75
- Views: 37699
Re: Utherwald News Thread
February 2021: Frozen Skies Thoughts There are times when the inspiration particle strikes and hit upon an idea whether something would work in a RPG project of mine, be it Frozen Skies or something else. In this instance it's a couple of things from Deadlands Lost Colony that I'd like to adapt for...
- Wed Jan 27, 2021 5:41 pm
- Forum: Adventure Forum
- Topic: Change o' Plans
- Replies: 169
- Views: 58314
Re: Change o' Plans
The last of the mechanical arachnids are dealt with decisively, though their remains amount to little more than molten metal amidst a smoking and bubbling pool of acid. At least half a dozen of the herd has been lost during the attack, though the acid used means it's simply safer to burn the carcass...
- Wed Jan 20, 2021 4:44 am
- Forum: Adventure Forum
- Topic: Operation HARE
- Replies: 290
- Views: 96608
Re: Operation HARE
“Okay, so far so good,” Penelope said, breathing a little easier as they made it through the roadblock. “Let’s head to the pick up location. Nice and steady. No need to draw attention to ourselves.” "Ya don't need ta tell me twice lass!" Corbec said, shifting up a gear as the roadblock fe...
- Wed Jan 20, 2021 4:20 am
- Forum: Adventure Forum
- Topic: Change o' Plans
- Replies: 169
- Views: 58314
Re: Change o' Plans
Unshake 1d4!!+2 Fighting Attack on John 1d8!! Damage 1d6!!+1d4!! Fighting Attack on Tashunka 1d8!! Damage 1d6!!+1d4!! 1 Wound, takes 2d4 damage at start of next turn if still Shaken or Wounded. The clockwork spider by Archibald's sword attack collapsed into a pile of mechanical junk before then bei...
- Fri Jan 15, 2021 7:54 pm
- Forum: Adventure Forum
- Topic: Change o' Plans
- Replies: 169
- Views: 58314
Re: Change o' Plans
Archibald: King of Hearts Baxter: Jack of Clubs GM: Ten of Spades Tashunka: Eight of Spades Punchy: Six of Clubs Hope: Four of Clubs The three mechanical arachnids engaged by John Baxter , Punchy and Tashunka respectively explode in bursts of acid. What's left of the remains is dissolved by the cor...
- Thu Jan 14, 2021 5:36 pm
- Forum: Community Projects
- Topic: Savage 40K
- Replies: 12
- Views: 10449
Re: Savage 40K
Starships Think the best way to do starships is treat them like the Lodges in Rippers, various modifications providing various benefits for the party to help with their various adventures. Though will probably still use the ship creation rules in Rogue Trader, just do Savage Worlds rules for the co...
- Wed Jan 13, 2021 6:10 pm
- Forum: Community Projects
- Topic: Savage 40K
- Replies: 12
- Views: 10449
Re: Savage 40K
The Masses of Humanity Adept Agility: d6; Smarts: d6; Vigor: d6; Strength: d6; Spirit: d4 Skills: Athletics d4, Common Knowledge d8, Fighting d4, Notice d4, Persuasion d4, Shooting d4, Stealth d4, Trade d4 Pace: 6; Parry: 4; Toughness: 5 Edges: - Gear: Quills, ink bottles, parchment, data-slate. Co...
- Wed Jan 13, 2021 5:22 pm
- Forum: Community Projects
- Topic: Savage 40K
- Replies: 12
- Views: 10449
Re: Savage 40K
Necrons Necron Warrior Agility: d4; Smarts: d4; Vigor: d12; Strength: d12; Spirit: d8 Skills: Athletics d4, Fighting d6, Intimidate d8, Notice d4, Shooting d8, Pace: 6; Parry: 5; Toughness: 15 (6) Edges: Marksman, Nerves of Steel Gear: Gauss Flayer (30/60/120, 2d10+2, AP 4, ROF 1, Shots: -, Gauss) ...
- Sat Jan 09, 2021 10:17 pm
- Forum: Community Projects
- Topic: Savage 40K
- Replies: 12
- Views: 10449
Re: Savage 40K
Servitors Battle Servitor Agility: d4; Smarts: d4; Vigor: d12+2; Strength: d+2; Spirit: d8 Skills: Fighting d6, Notice d6, Shooting d6 Pace: 4; Parry: 5; Toughness: 15 (6) Edges: Ambidextrous, Nerves of Steel, Rock and Roll!, Two-Fisted, Two-Gun Kid Gear: Servo-Fist, either chain axe or shock glove...
- Sat Jan 09, 2021 9:11 pm
- Forum: Community Projects
- Topic: Savage 40K
- Replies: 12
- Views: 10449
Re: Savage 40K
Using this to convert NPCs/Critters from the 40K d100 RPGs: https://rodneyorpheus.medium.com/converting-other-rpgs-to-savage-worlds-9ab60228f71d Da Orkz Ork Boy Agility: d6; Smarts: d4; Vigor: d12+2; Strength: d12+2; Spirit: d4 Skills: Athletics d4, Common Knowledge d4, Fighting d6, Intimidation d8,...
- Sat Jan 09, 2021 6:00 pm
- Forum: Adventure Forum
- Topic: Operation HARE
- Replies: 290
- Views: 96608
Re: Operation HARE
The Artian policeman stops by the canvas for a Notice 1d6!! , then strolls back over to the roadblock. Once the barrier is moved, the truck is then waved through and the barrier replaced once the truck has driven past. The policeman resumed their posts, though some had clustered round a lit brazier ...
- Sat Jan 09, 2021 1:20 am
- Forum: Community Projects
- Topic: Savage 40K
- Replies: 12
- Views: 10449
Re: Savage 40K
Body Armor Each suit of Body Armor has a Strength Minimum listed, and the Encumbrance penalty to rolls also applies to Arcane skill rolls (including psionics). Embedded Toughness: The advanced Body Armor of the Imperium of Man are constructed of multiple layers of protective high-tech materials lay...
- Fri Jan 08, 2021 9:05 pm
- Forum: Community Projects
- Topic: Savage 40K
- Replies: 12
- Views: 10449
Re: Savage 40K
Digital Weapons Digital weapons, or digi-weapons as they are commonly known, are miniaturised guns which are so advanced that they can be worn on the fin er like a ring, but pack the punch of a full-sized pistol. The most compact are those manufactured by the brightly-haired, ape-like aliens known ...
- Fri Jan 08, 2021 8:08 pm
- Forum: Community Projects
- Topic: Savage 40K
- Replies: 12
- Views: 10449
Re: Savage 40K
Imperial Armory Las Weapons : Laser or “las” weapons are the most numerous weapons found in the Imperium. Based on reliable technology, they are cheap to manufacture and easy to maintain. Las weapons work by emitting short, sharp pulses of laser energy from high-storage fast-discharge capacitors wi...
- Fri Jan 08, 2021 7:31 pm
- Forum: Community Projects
- Topic: Savage 40K
- Replies: 12
- Views: 10449
Re: Savage 40K
Setting Rules
Arcane Backgrounds: Psionics and Weird Science are the suggested Arcane Backgrounds for Savage 40K.
Conviction
Dynamic Backlash
Gritty Damage
More Skill Points
Arcane Backgrounds: Psionics and Weird Science are the suggested Arcane Backgrounds for Savage 40K.
Conviction
Dynamic Backlash
Gritty Damage
More Skill Points
- Thu Jan 07, 2021 5:28 pm
- Forum: Savage Iron Kingdoms
- Topic: Strangelight: A Savage Iron Kingdoms Game
- Replies: 29
- Views: 15106
Re: Strangelight: A Savage Iron Kingdoms Game
OK, recap on the roles currently taken/claimed.
Caller
Mechanik
Bouncer/Jammer, couple of people have expressed interest in those roles.
Leaves Investigator currently free.
Caller
Mechanik
Bouncer/Jammer, couple of people have expressed interest in those roles.
Leaves Investigator currently free.
- Mon Jan 04, 2021 3:02 pm
- Forum: Savage Iron Kingdoms
- Topic: Strangelight: A Savage Iron Kingdoms Game
- Replies: 29
- Views: 15106
Re: Strangelight: A Savage Iron Kingdoms Game
Yes, could be used in lieu of Spellcasting or as a Knowledge skill.
- Mon Jan 04, 2021 1:41 pm
- Forum: Savage Iron Kingdoms
- Topic: Strangelight: A Savage Iron Kingdoms Game
- Replies: 29
- Views: 15106
Re: Strangelight: A Savage Iron Kingdoms Game
So, looks like the following so far.
Bouncer - open
Caller - claimed
Investigator - open?
Jammer - open
Mechanik claimed
Bouncer - open
Caller - claimed
Investigator - open?
Jammer - open
Mechanik claimed
- Mon Jan 04, 2021 1:39 pm
- Forum: Savage Iron Kingdoms
- Topic: Strangelight: A Savage Iron Kingdoms Game
- Replies: 29
- Views: 15106
Re: Strangelight: A Savage Iron Kingdoms Game
Algon Waelan wrote: ↑Mon Jan 04, 2021 9:05 am Since the interest seems to be for the other roles, I'm throwing my hat in as the group's Caller. (This is GingerGiant)
On that note, have you decided what the final abilities of Iossan Elves are?
d6 Agility
Arcana and Mechanika as Core Skills
Arrogance Hindrance
- Mon Jan 04, 2021 7:06 am
- Forum: Savage Iron Kingdoms
- Topic: Strangelight: A Savage Iron Kingdoms Game
- Replies: 29
- Views: 15106
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. Possibly Bouncer, I know people expressed interest in the other roles. Anyway, advertised via both Facebook and the SW Discord for ...
- Mon Jan 04, 2021 3:20 am
- Forum: Out of Character Topics
- Topic: Utherwald News Thread
- Replies: 75
- Views: 37699
Re: Utherwald News Thread
January 2021: Through The Looking Glass New Year, new post. Hopefully bit of an interesting read to start off 2021, namely some alternative takes on the setting of Frozen Skies. Some of these stem from ideas I've had over the years as I developed the setting, others were suggestions offered by folk...
- Sat Jan 02, 2021 9:19 pm
- Forum: Savage Iron Kingdoms
- Topic: Strangelight: A Savage Iron Kingdoms Game
- Replies: 29
- Views: 15106
Re: Strangelight: A Savage Iron Kingdoms Game
Taken little bit of a backseat over the past month, but focusing extra energy to get this up and running.
- Sat Jan 02, 2021 9:06 pm
- Forum: Adventure Forum
- Topic: Operation HARE
- Replies: 290
- Views: 96608
Re: Operation HARE
For Crusor, it is mostly patrolling Notice 1d6!! who seem oblivious to his presence as they eyed up the crowds. There are a handful of street vendors hawking their wares, ranging from food through to trinkets and matches with varying degrees of success. At the roadblock, one of the policemen approac...
- Sat Jan 02, 2021 5:57 pm
- Forum: Frozen Skies: Griffin Squadron
- Topic: 2020 Q4 GM Poll
- Replies: 3
- Views: 2351
2020 Q4 GM Poll
Tis that time again folks! FUN: Player Survey The goal of gaming is fun. If players are enjoying themselves and having cool adventures then we are truly doing something right. Feedback from players also helps drive engagement as they have an influence on how things are going. Poor = +0 EP (Please, p...
- Sat Jan 02, 2021 5:56 pm
- Forum: Deadlands
- Topic: 2020 Q4 GM Poll
- Replies: 1
- Views: 1714
2020 Q4 GM Poll
Tis that time again folks! FUN: Player Survey The goal of gaming is fun. If players are enjoying themselves and having cool adventures then we are truly doing something right. Feedback from players also helps drive engagement as they have an influence on how things are going. Poor = +0 EP (Please, p...
- Sat Jan 02, 2021 1:27 pm
- Forum: Out of Character Topics
- Topic: I Survived 2020 Contest
- Replies: 18
- Views: 12645
Re: I Survived 2020 Contest
I am glad 2020 is over because simply because a new year means new challenges to face and overcome, new people to meet, new games to play and new goals to set.
As for prize, the Foundry stuff please.
As for prize, the Foundry stuff please.
- Fri Jan 01, 2021 9:17 pm
- Forum: Adventure Forum
- Topic: Change o' Plans
- Replies: 169
- Views: 58314
Re: Change o' Plans
There is suddenly the sound of another group of beehives causing a ruckus, seemingly not far from your location. As you rush to the sounds you find the animals being attacked by three-foot-tall, eight-legged, mechanical horrors. The clockwork tarantulas don’t seem to take notice of your arrival, ins...
- Fri Jan 01, 2021 1:52 pm
- Forum: Deadlands
- Topic: 2020 Q4 Post Rates
- Replies: 0
- Views: 1338
2020 Q4 Post Rates
Deadlands - Q4 (Oct-Dec 2020) Archibald Ellsworth - Stormwell - 1 Advancement(s) | 0.70 PPW | EP John Baxter - Corrigan - 1 Advancement(s) | 0.80 PPW | EP Hope Monaghan - KahlessNestor - 1 Advancement(s) | 0.70 PPW | EP Tashunka - Pursuit - 1 Advancement(s) | 0.50 PPW | EP Punchy - Punchy - 1 Advan...
- Fri Jan 01, 2021 1:47 pm
- Forum: Frozen Skies: Griffin Squadron
- Topic: 2020 Q4 Post Rates
- Replies: 0
- Views: 1279
2020 Q4 Post Rates
Frozen Skies - Q4 (Oct-Dec 2020) Aleister Crowley - Sgt 86Delta - 1 Advancement(s) | 1.20 PPW | 1 EP Penelope Lane - KahlessNestor - 1 Advancement(s) | 1.30 PPW | 1 EP Peter Crusher - Crusor_Peter45 - 1 Advancement(s) | 0.70 PPW | EP Manny Costa - Manny Costa - 1 Advancement(s) | 1.30 PPW | 1 EP Ja...
- Wed Dec 23, 2020 6:02 pm
- Forum: Adventure Forum
- Topic: Operation HARE
- Replies: 290
- Views: 96608
Re: Operation HARE
As Crusor_Peter45 hits the streets, it becomes increasingly clear that there are regular patrols of the local Artian police. The uniformed officers appear to stop and question people, seemingly demanding to see papers which people meekly hand over. Please make a Stealth roll. For the rest of the tea...
- Wed Dec 23, 2020 5:40 pm
- Forum: Adventure Forum
- Topic: Change o' Plans
- Replies: 169
- Views: 58314
Re: Change o' Plans
Arriving at the site of the commotion you find a number of Longhorns dead with large holes in their sides, not unlike the ticks encounter you have previously. However, something doesn't quite match up as you study the remains.... Roll either Healing or Notice at -2, success reveals that the wounds w...
- Wed Dec 16, 2020 5:57 pm
- Forum: Adventure Forum
- Topic: Operation HARE
- Replies: 290
- Views: 96608
Re: Operation HARE
"The Adler?" Replied Corbec. "Used to be a real fancy joint long ago, before the recent war....so a good forty years ago." "Tis a hotel on Weit Strasse , though worse the wear after being used as billets during the war." Corbec explained. "Lowered it's standards t...
- Sat Dec 12, 2020 7:23 pm
- Forum: Savage Iron Kingdoms
- Topic: Strangelight: A Savage Iron Kingdoms Game
- Replies: 29
- Views: 15106
Re: Strangelight: A Savage Iron Kingdoms Game
Looking to hopefully run this in the New Year, any interest?
- Fri Dec 11, 2020 7:26 pm
- Forum: Adventure Forum
- Topic: Change o' Plans
- Replies: 169
- Views: 58314
Re: Change o' Plans
Emmerich's jaw clenched as he listened, a furious anger growing inside of him until it seemed he was about to explode in a fit of rage. Abruptly, without a word, he turned and climbed back into the waiting steam wagon. With a hiss of steam, the machine started moving and rumbled away. Though the gat...
- Wed Dec 09, 2020 6:18 pm
- Forum: Adventure Forum
- Topic: Operation HARE
- Replies: 290
- Views: 96608
Re: Operation HARE
" Corbec, are there any pubs in proximity to HARE? " " Are you prepared for any other deliveries tomorrow morning? " "Aye, theres a couple." Corbec answered. "Owner of one of 'em I'm on good terms with." "Admittedly I've got a pretty empty slate...for ob...
- Mon Dec 07, 2020 2:15 am
- Forum: Out of Character Topics
- Topic: Utherwald News Thread
- Replies: 75
- Views: 37699
Re: Utherwald News Thread
December 2020: Flight of Mercy We're coming to the end of an unprecedented year and entering what is a traditionally a time to share with loved ones and of gift giving in addition to spreading cheer and hope. This is going to be my last blog post of the year and the next one isn't likely to appear ...
- Wed Dec 02, 2020 6:16 pm
- Forum: Adventure Forum
- Topic: Change o' Plans
- Replies: 169
- Views: 58314
Re: Change o' Plans
Emmerich seems exasperated at the responses he's received, though with a frustrated sigh he explains a little more. "The exact nature of said property is not something I am at liberty to discuss. However, a…courier in our employ was en route to deliver this property when he ran afoul of US Army...
- Wed Nov 25, 2020 8:56 pm
- Forum: Community Projects
- Topic: Savage 40K
- Replies: 12
- Views: 10449
Savage 40K
Currently running the 40K Rogue Trader RPG, though really hating the system and relish every chance I get to do Savage Worlds. I've done a 40K based Savage Worlds one-shot and it seemed to work reasonably well, though got the itch for a longer game. So I'm thinking at some point running a Savage 40K...
- Wed Nov 25, 2020 5:39 pm
- Forum: Adventure Forum
- Topic: Operation HARE
- Replies: 290
- Views: 96608
Re: Operation HARE
For Gerald Blissett and Manny Costa the matter seemed to be answered for them as the two Sodkan men reached a nearby tram stop and boarded the waiting tram along with the rest of the crowd. When Jackson tried the ignition the engine made an alarming choking noise but thankfully caught and ran, thoug...
- Thu Nov 19, 2020 5:26 pm
- Forum: Adventure Forum
- Topic: Change o' Plans
- Replies: 169
- Views: 58314
Re: Change o' Plans
As the steam wagon draws closer you can see the reason for the contraption’s strange silhouette. The vehicle is heavily armored, with even the driver’s bench surrounded by steel plating. A Gatling gun is mounted behind the driver’s compartment—and manned. The gunner doesn’t exactly track you with th...
- Wed Nov 18, 2020 5:34 pm
- Forum: Adventure Forum
- Topic: Operation HARE
- Replies: 290
- Views: 96608
Re: Operation HARE
From what Gerald Blissett could make out, the two man discussed returning to somewhere called the Adler . Though from the tone it was possible they were talking about a hotel presumably within the city. As for the cigarette packet itself, both Gerald and Manny Costa were able to spy that it appeared...
- Wed Nov 11, 2020 7:50 pm
- Forum: Adventure Forum
- Topic: Operation HARE
- Replies: 290
- Views: 96608
Re: Operation HARE
Failing to spot any obvious signs of being followed, the two men shrug and continue on their way. One of the two men pulls a cigarette packet out from his pocket, removes the last cigarette before casually dropping the now empty package on the ground. The two men seem to indulge in some idle chatter...
- Wed Nov 04, 2020 5:45 pm
- Forum: Adventure Forum
- Topic: Operation HARE
- Replies: 290
- Views: 96608
Re: Operation HARE
"Lurcher's body is in the town morgue." Answered Corbec. "Least that's what the papers say, I haven't been to see for myself in case it was being watched." "I've taken precautions, alternated my routines and kept a wary eye out for anyone trying to tail me." Corbec exp...
- Wed Nov 04, 2020 5:28 pm
- Forum: Adventure Forum
- Topic: Change o' Plans
- Replies: 169
- Views: 58314
Re: Change o' Plans
The source of the noise soon becomes apparent as a Steam Wagon comes into view, churning across the rolling terrain towards the herd. The vehicle seems bulky and oddly-shaped and somehow ominously slow-moving. Clearly, it’s not a standard Smith & Robards catalog model. Though you don't get much ...
- Tue Nov 03, 2020 8:05 am
- Forum: Adventure Forum
- Topic: Operation HARE
- Replies: 290
- Views: 96608
Re: Operation HARE
Corbec thought for a moment, then sighed before speaking in a more refined accent. "Lurcher is dead." "He was killed in some alley, he'd said about being followed in the days leading up to his demise." Corbec explained, though a solemn look was on his face. "He siad it was c...
- Mon Nov 02, 2020 6:37 am
- Forum: Out of Character Topics
- Topic: Utherwald News Thread
- Replies: 75
- Views: 37699
Re: Utherwald News Thread
November 2020: Skywright's Guild Revamp This month's post was prompted in part by a rethink of the relationship between skyships and airships in Frozen Skies and in part by a suggestion by user MicaMoo on the Unofficial Savage Worlds Discord. Hopefully this will ultimately expand couple of aspects ...
- Fri Oct 30, 2020 2:02 pm
- Forum: Adventure Forum
- Topic: Operation HARE
- Replies: 290
- Views: 96608
Re: Operation HARE
"I've got a truck parked outside, tis the flatbed with an emerald green cab." Corbec answered. "Oh, cheers for the smokes." "Sure I'll pop in fer a natter if theres a cuppa going lass." Corber grinned at Penelope. Crowbar is fine, so is the extra details....I'd allow a...
- Tue Oct 27, 2020 3:32 am
- Forum: Adventure Forum
- Topic: Change o' Plans
- Replies: 169
- Views: 58314
Re: Change o' Plans
Sutter reluctantly agrees to Archibald's suggestion of separating the latest additions to the herd from the rest of the herd, a time consuming task that require the cattle being checked for what branding they bore. Thankfully, the branding is easier to spot than the minute signs of the ticks. After ...
- Mon Oct 26, 2020 10:34 am
- Forum: Out of Character Topics
- Topic: Utherwald News Thread
- Replies: 75
- Views: 37699
Re: Utherwald News Thread
Halloween 2020 Special: Last Town Before The White Welcome to Utherwald's Halloween 2020 Special. This week's blog post is an adventure for Frozen Skies with bit of a horror theme, the basic aim is for a Halloween one shot though could still be inserted into a campaign. If this is received well I'l...
- Sat Oct 24, 2020 10:22 pm
- Forum: Adventure Forum
- Topic: Operation HARE
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Re: Operation HARE
“Royals Blue, you say?” Penelope confirmed. “It’s unfortunate to hear that Mr. Lurcher is no longer in business. I was told he had a rare pet HARE I was looking forward to seeing. I’m a bit of a naturalist, you might say.” "Aye, Royals Blue." The man nodded. "The Arties don't appreci...
- Thu Oct 22, 2020 4:12 pm
- Forum: Adventure Forum
- Topic: Operation HARE
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Re: Operation HARE
" Dankeschön! " Replies the dock official, eyes lighting up as he reaches for the offered canteen. "Nectar o' the gods I'm sure." Answered the newcomer. "I'm more of a smokes man meself. Partial to Royals Blue, though tis hard ta come by here and the local stuff is rough as...
- Wed Oct 21, 2020 4:20 pm
- Forum: Adventure Forum
- Topic: Operation HARE
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Re: Operation HARE
Disembarking from the Ravener, Crowley finds someone that looks official. " Any chance you know of a delivery truck nearby that we could borrow. There was not one for us to secure before we left? " The first 'official' person that Crowley finds is a man supervising some of the dock worker...
- Wed Oct 14, 2020 1:58 pm
- Forum: Adventure Forum
- Topic: Change o' Plans
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Re: Change o' Plans
A rider come galloping over to John Baxter , calling out as he draws near. "Ya wanted back at the herd! Some bugs started bursting out of some of the Longhorns!" Sutter comes over to see what the fuss is all about, frowning as he lays eyes upon the scene. "Shoulda known my luck woulda...
- Wed Oct 14, 2020 1:38 pm
- Forum: Adventure Forum
- Topic: Operation HARE
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Re: Operation HARE
The crew busies themselves with the preparations for the next stage of the mission as the Ravener drifts like some great levitation through the air as the pilot manoeuvrers the airship down to it's docking berth. Mooring lines are thrown out as the airship is eased down towards the aero-wharf, the g...
- Mon Oct 05, 2020 3:37 am
- Forum: Out of Character Topics
- Topic: Utherwald News Thread
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Re: Utherwald News Thread
State of the Press October 2020 Tis been a while since I've posted an update on what's happening with Utherwald Press, especially with the year that 2020 has turned out to be. There is some Frozen Skies news that goes hand-in-hand with some personal, behind the scenes development that'll be of inte...
- Fri Oct 02, 2020 6:23 pm
- Forum: Frozen Skies: Griffin Squadron
- Topic: 2020 Q3 GM Poll
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2020 Q3 GM Poll
Tis that time again folks! FUN: Player Survey The goal of gaming is fun. If players are enjoying themselves and having cool adventures then we are truly doing something right. Feedback from players also helps drive engagement as they have an influence on how things are going. Poor = +0 EP (Please, p...
- Fri Oct 02, 2020 6:22 pm
- Forum: Deadlands
- Topic: 2020 Q3 GM Poll
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2020 Q3 GM Poll
Tis that time again folks! FUN: Player Survey The goal of gaming is fun. If players are enjoying themselves and having cool adventures then we are truly doing something right. Feedback from players also helps drive engagement as they have an influence on how things are going. Poor = +0 EP (Please, p...
- Wed Sep 30, 2020 6:45 pm
- Forum: Adventure Forum
- Topic: Operation HARE
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Re: Operation HARE
The customs craft is a small aero-vessel, much smaller than the Ravener and crewed by less than a dozen souls. It's armament is comparably light, being a sole deck gun and a heavy machine gun. Whilst a far cry from a craft of war, it had it's smaller size going for it and was clearly built for speed...
- Wed Sep 30, 2020 5:11 pm
- Forum: Adventure Forum
- Topic: Change o' Plans
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Re: Change o' Plans
Before Penelope could get her answers.... something started bursting it's way out of the afflicted cattle. A gruesome scene unfolds as creatures looking like oversized ticks emerged covered in gore, having chewed their way out of the deed steers and cows bringing bits and pieces of the animals' entr...
- Thu Sep 24, 2020 4:37 pm
- Forum: Adventure Forum
- Topic: Operation HARE
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Re: Operation HARE
After some time and effort, the Ravener was made ready. She rose into the sky without any pomp or ceremony, the only real onlookers to observe her departure were some of the ground crew who'd paused to watch the ramshackle airship drift up into the wild blue yonder. The trip over to the Confederatio...
- Thu Sep 17, 2020 4:23 pm
- Forum: Adventure Forum
- Topic: Change o' Plans
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Re: Change o' Plans
The bovine, despite the peculiar movement of it's abdomen, appears to be most likely dead. Its eyes have rolled back in its head. Its lips are pulled back from teeth and its tongue protrudes slightly from its mouth. Finally, its nostrils show no movement to indicate the steer is still breathing. Arc...
- Wed Sep 16, 2020 4:40 pm
- Forum: Adventure Forum
- Topic: Operation HARE
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Re: Operation HARE
The next hour or so round the Ravener was spent as a hive of frantic activity as the crew sought to get the airship restocked and ready once more to take to the skies. Fitting the replacement engine wasn't without teeming problems as the mechanics tried to connect the right pipes and wiring in addit...
- Wed Sep 09, 2020 4:39 pm
- Forum: Adventure Forum
- Topic: Operation HARE
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Re: Operation HARE
It is a short jeep ride back to the Ravener , the airship was still being attended to by the ground crew who were busy making repairs. The fire damaged engine had been removed and it's replacement was in the process of being hoisted into place. Hawthorne was supervising some of the airship's crew as...
- Wed Sep 09, 2020 4:28 pm
- Forum: Adventure Forum
- Topic: Change o' Plans
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Re: Change o' Plans
As you ride along you notice one of the Longhorns stagger and then fall over, though there had been untoward about the herd. Given how easy going things had been, it's a little out of the ordinary. Approaching the fallen steer, you find the animal laying on it's side. Its abdomen is moving spastical...
- Mon Sep 07, 2020 1:30 am
- Forum: Out of Character Topics
- Topic: Utherwald News Thread
- Replies: 75
- Views: 37699
Re: Utherwald News Thread
September 2020: Banshee Down So in last month's post I promised that the follow-on post would be an adventure. And so here we are, an adventure involving the pirate gang known as the Banshees. It is a standalone adventure that can easily be fitted into an ongoing campaign or serve equally well as a...
- Tue Sep 01, 2020 5:09 pm
- Forum: Adventure Forum
- Topic: Change o' Plans
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Re: Change o' Plans
"Occupational hazard." Shrugs Goodman. "But I appreciate the tip friend." "Though this is where I take my dues and depart." Goodman says, mouthing his horse and tipping the brim of his hat. "I wish you luck and easy trails friend." Over the next week as the h...
- Tue Sep 01, 2020 4:22 pm
- Forum: Adventure Forum
- Topic: Operation HARE
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Re: Operation HARE
The officers conferred amongst themselves for a moment with the occasional sideway glance at Crowley, though they kept their voices low. At last one of the officers addressed the team once more. "It may be tricky, but a suitable vehicle could be sourced locally." "As for trade goods, ...
- Wed Aug 26, 2020 3:24 am
- Forum: Adventure Forum
- Topic: Change o' Plans
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- Views: 58314
Re: Change o' Plans
Spirit 1d8!! Wild 1d6!! "Alright, alright." Goodman says, stepping back and putting his hands up defensively. "Ya got me." "I work for the stockyards in town, it's my job to check out the herds that arrive to ensure that it's not rustlers looking to make a quick buck."...
- Wed Aug 26, 2020 3:20 am
- Forum: Adventure Forum
- Topic: Operation HARE
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- Views: 96608
Re: Operation HARE
"We suspect the Artian authorities are aware of him, perhaps even keeping a watch on him." The officer replies. "Though it's not believed that they are aware of the information that he possesses, so it wouldn't hurt to exercise caution." "The Sodkans are an unknown element....
- Mon Aug 24, 2020 2:14 am
- Forum: Adventure Forum
- Topic: Operation HARE
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Re: Operation HARE
The Air Admiral looks to one of the lower ranking officers, who stands up and answers questions. "The target is located in the town of Felsenburg, which relies in the south-eastern part of the Confederation." The officer answers. "It lies close to the eastern run of the Stomm Peaks an...
- Tue Aug 18, 2020 10:15 am
- Forum: Adventure Forum
- Topic: Operation HARE
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Re: Operation HARE
The senior officer, a Rear Air Admiral going by his shoulder and sleeve insignia, takes Crowley's notes before quickly reading it and simply nodding. Looking first at the Ravener and then at the members of Griffon Squadron, the officer says out loud. "Looks like you've had a bit of excitement d...
- Tue Aug 18, 2020 9:48 am
- Forum: Adventure Forum
- Topic: Change o' Plans
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Re: Change o' Plans
Notice 1d10!! Wild 1d6!! Goodman heads over to his horse and starts making sure the saddle and accompanying bags are fastened and secure, though he spies that John Baxter had followed him. Turning round, Goodman looks at Baxter and asks in a slightly irritated tone. "Can I help you friend ?&qu...
- Mon Aug 10, 2020 7:22 am
- Forum: Adventure Forum
- Topic: Operation HARE
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Operation HARE
RAF Station Dunfalk Home Isles Commonwealth of Calbernia It has been some days since you received a signal from Lindun to proceed with all due haste, aside from a brief stopover in Alyeska at Morrdun to pick up new members for the team, back to the Home Isles. Thanks to the near permanent stormy we...
- Fri Aug 07, 2020 4:19 am
- Forum: Adventure Forum
- Topic: Operation FOXCHASE
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- Views: 124223
Re: Operation FOXCHASE
The Ravener is one of the RAF airships that arrive and dock in the pirate base, already a company of Aero-Marines was securing the base and rounding up prisoners. Hawthorne is waiting by the gangplank as you board, he nods to Aleister Crowley and pulls out a written note. "Communique from the R...
- Fri Aug 07, 2020 3:45 am
- Forum: Adventure Forum
- Topic: Change o' Plans
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- Views: 58314
Re: Change o' Plans
"Yep, sure sounds like 'em boys down at Roswell." Goodman chuckles. "Might as well be bandits the way they act." “You be joinin’ us then, Mr. Goodman?” "'Fraid not mam, looks like you've got quite the crew already and I'd end up feeling like a yokel at some high society shi...
- Mon Aug 03, 2020 7:41 am
- Forum: Out of Character Topics
- Topic: Utherwald News Thread
- Replies: 75
- Views: 37699
Re: Utherwald News Thread
August 2020: Banshee's Wail OK, something a little different this month. This is going to be a two-parter, this post in particular features updated stats for the all-female Banshees sky pirate gang. The follow-on post will hopefully be an adventure centered round them, perhaps a one sheet style adv...
- Thu Jul 30, 2020 5:35 pm
- Forum: Adventure Forum
- Topic: Change o' Plans
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- Views: 58314
Re: Change o' Plans
"This our latest arrival Sergio?" he asks before introducing himself, "John Baxter at your service. So tell me, what sort of role do you normally do on a drive?" "Goodman, Jay Goodman." Goodman replies. "Oh, swing or flank rider depending on what's needed. Still h...
- Thu Jul 30, 2020 5:16 pm
- Forum: Adventure Forum
- Topic: Operation FOXCHASE
- Replies: 237
- Views: 124223
Re: Operation FOXCHASE
Chaos ensues as panic and confusion sets in amongst the sky pirates, it is clear they weren't expecting an attack even from such an unexpected quarter. Cries and shouts go up as an alarm bell starts ringing, though the pirates' confusion works against them as they fail to co-ordinate their efforts a...
- Wed Jul 29, 2020 7:05 pm
- Forum: Adventure Forum
- Topic: Change o' Plans
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Re: Change o' Plans
“Which terminus you figure had better whores Mr. Goodman? Been a while since I been to either. What was that whiskey they served down south? Was a good batch I reckon.” "Oh up near Kansas City by far, particularly when we could get over to Dodge City." Answered Goodman. "After weeks ...
- Mon Jul 27, 2020 3:49 am
- Forum: Adventure Forum
- Topic: Change o' Plans
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- Views: 58314
Re: Change o' Plans
"Alright then." Sutter nods in satisfaction before outlining his plan to follow the Overland Trail north out of Denver, cut the western corner of the Sioux Nations, and forge north through Winding River Canyon. He offers $45 a month to the cowboys to stay on with the Lazy S, though some t...
- Wed Jul 22, 2020 3:09 am
- Forum: Adventure Forum
- Topic: Operation FOXCHASE
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- Views: 124223
Re: Operation FOXCHASE
Like spectres, you move unseen through the pirate's base passing half-faded signs in Tylandish and moth chewed flags. The base had a skeleton staff who, for the most part, you're able to avoid save for the odd one or two who are easily dealt with. At last you are in position and ready to initiate th...
- Wed Jul 15, 2020 6:40 pm
- Forum: Adventure Forum
- Topic: Operation FOXCHASE
- Replies: 237
- Views: 124223
Re: Operation FOXCHASE
Note to Players OK, this next bit I'm gonna run like a Dramatic Task. You have three rounds to achieve nine tokens (effectively three each), you also have free reign over choice of what skill(s) to use if you think something is suitable (though drop me a message if there is something you want to ru...
- Wed Jul 15, 2020 5:24 pm
- Forum: Adventure Forum
- Topic: Change o' Plans
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Change o' Plans
You've been camped outside of Denver for a few days now, waiting for Sutter to return after he gets a feel for the local cattle market. Now Sutter finally returns to the encampment and gathers everyone who isn't busy with other chores. "Turns out we got here a little late." Sutter states w...
- Thu Jul 09, 2020 5:21 pm
- Forum: Adventure Forum
- Topic: Operation FOXCHASE
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- Views: 124223
Re: Operation FOXCHASE
The majority of aircraft present were older Tylandish models dating from the Great Darmonican War, newer models tended to be Coalition ones or the odd one or two captured from other nations. Their size seemed to be consistent, all were small enough to fit through the tunnel from where you entered. T...
- Wed Jul 08, 2020 6:55 pm
- Forum: Savage Iron Kingdoms
- Topic: Strangelight: A Savage Iron Kingdoms Game
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Re: Strangelight: A Savage Iron Kingdoms Game
Just listing possible characters so far.
Bouncer - Matt
Investigator/Gun Mage - Rob
Mechanik - Skwyd42
Bouncer - Matt
Investigator/Gun Mage - Rob
Mechanik - Skwyd42
- Wed Jul 08, 2020 3:22 pm
- Forum: Savage Iron Kingdoms
- Topic: Strangelight: A Savage Iron Kingdoms Game
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- Views: 15106
Re: Strangelight: A Savage Iron Kingdoms Game
@Ndreare You'll be encountering spirits/ghosts, grymkin and possibly infernals.
The Strangelight Workshop's main role is to investigate and deal with hauntings, particularly helping and document spirits crossing over to the other side.
The Strangelight Workshop's main role is to investigate and deal with hauntings, particularly helping and document spirits crossing over to the other side.