New Game - The Struggle

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A low powered group of adventurers struggles in a post-post-Apocalyptic world.
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New Game - The Struggle

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The Struggle
Not all stories in this new world are the stories of powerful heroes destroying demons before breakfast. Some of our stories are the tales of men and women struggling to survive when brought without access to the best of the best technology. The story of the people of Skagit is one of those stories.

Coming out of a dimensional trap for the last three years the valley has been trapped in a dimensional fold, routine storms come near every night burning out and destroying electronics, trapping everyone in the valley, and creating dangers for all who dare to travel at night.
People from across time have been pulled into the valley trapped in an ageless pocket dimension and found that efforts to escape have proven futile. The struggle is made worse by the fact that the horrors from other worlds and times that enter are also trapped in the valley.

As some of the most competent survivors in the valley, your role in defending the people of Skagit, helping secure resources, protect the population, and hunt down monsters that endanger the population is critical.

Special Setting Rules:
A major theme of this setting will be low powered and depletion of resources, and gear restrictions as advanced tech and TW tech gets destroyed and damaged so easily. There will be no Patron Items or Signature gear.
As always players in my games are not required to make die rolls during character creation.
  • Dimensional Storms: Ley Line storms and dimensional storms will occur regularly. This will mean advanced technology will be subject to very frequent technical difficulty rolls most nights. Repair and technology costs have skyrocketed as repair resources are minimal. (Each night of travel I will draw a card, on a Club there will be a Ley Line storm, on a Spade there will be a Dimensional storm, think ley line storm that targets electronics and metal instead of magic and psionics.)
  • Low Tech: Pre electronic mundane technology does not seem to be affected by the dimensional storms.
  • The Struggle: The valley is rich in resources, but there is competition and farming the land is risky with so many monsters about. The game will involve using modified resource rules from the Field Manual and heavy use of Horror Factor for traveling as the towns try to keep people fed.
  • Supernatural Strength: Those with strength above human limits (d12+1 or higher) are able to wound mega damage objects and beings with attacks using Str damage, though their strength does not trigger the gritty damage rules.
  • Trapped: The game will take place in a small valley about 2,000 square miles.
  • We are all in this together: The game does not use the born a hero setting rule.
  • We're Not The Heroes Kid: Characters receive two less heroes journey selections.
    Edit: For those Iconic Frameworks with less than 2 HJ rolls, the character has an additional Hindrance worked out to represent a stronger bond to the community.
Character Creation
Forbidden Frameworks:
The following frameworks are not appropriate to the setting and theme as it would only lead to constant player frustration; Cyborg, Glitter Boy Pilot, Power Armor Pilot, Robot Pilot, Techno Warrior, or other heavily gear based character.

Gear:
The Rich and Very Rich edges are off the table.
You may sell any or all starting weapon or armor for 50% of starting value. This can let you buy chemical weapons if desired in place of energy weapons. (This does not apply to "chose any" options, and cannot be used to start with millions or other broken synergies.)

Slots:
  1. @Koshnek = @Felix
  2. @stormwell = @Kaelin
  3. @Sir William Mahan
  4. @Pursuit = @Rain
  5. @Snake Eyes = @Dak-Viisi
  6. @Dr. Asterisk = @Billy Shag
  7. @Radecliffe = @Jim Cannon
  8. @High Command = @Athena Misane
Expected start time, mid October.

EDIT: For clarity the population of the valley is all from 20th century earth pulled in over the last two decades from random points in the century. About 3 years ago something changed and new creatures and monsters started showing up from the outside.



SECOND EDIT: Some timeline details.
  • The Valley was pulled into a pocket dimension before the arrival of the rifts.
  • For about 3 centuries there were no beings with sentience.
  • About 10 or 20 years ago people started getting pulled into the valley. Only a few at first, but while families at other times.
  • The people pulled in were all from the 20th century. Many of them related to the friends and loved ones of others pulled in.
  • About three years ago at the spring equinox something changed again. Monsters, demons and stange others started finding their way into the valley.
  • Your characters are the ones able to work as a mobile patrol between the settlements and able to protect and save the others.
  • 2D6 EFFECT
    2 Catastrophe: Something goes terribly wrong. The GM must decide what, but some ideas are a new and permanent Minor Hindrance, the inability to use powers for several days, or an explosion of some sort. The backlash should be thematic if possible. If the hero tampers with dark forces for his abilities, for example, he might become corrupted or summon something sinister into the world. If he’s a weird scientist the device might explode for 3d6 damage in a Medium Blast Template, or he might develop a Quirk, Phobia, or other “madness.”

    3 Backfire: The power succeeds as with a raise but affects a different target with the worst possible results. A bolt hits a random friend, boost Trait increases an enemy’s skill or attribute, etc. If there’s no likely target, he’s Stunned instead. If the power has a Duration other than Instant, it lasts its full term and can only be negated by dispel (the caster can’t voluntarily end it herself).

    4–5 Short Circuit: The power fails but the Power Points allocated to it are spent, along with an additional 1d6 Power Points.

    6–8 Stunned: The caster is Stunned (see page 106). She subtracts 2 from arcane skill rolls for the rest of the encounter (the penalty remains –2 even if she gets this result again).

    9–10 Overload: The character’s synapses crackle and overload with power. He takes 2d6 damage plus the cost of the power in Power Points, including any Power Modifiers the player declared.

    11 Fatigue: The character suffers Fatigue.

    12 Overcharge: The power draws ambient energy from the air, automatically succeeding against the target with a raise and costing the caster no Power Points!

,
1 = 2 of Clubs
2 = 2 of Diamonds
3 = 2 of Hearts
4 = 2 of Spades
5 = 3 of Clubs
6 = 3 of Diamonds
7 = 3 of Hearts
8 = 3 of Spades
9 = 4 of Clubs
10 = 4 of Diamonds
11 = 4 of Hearts
12 = 4 of Spades
13 = 5 of Clubs
14 = 5 of Diamonds
15 = 5 of Hearts
16 = 5 of Spades
- reroll line for quickness & activation for Calculating -
17 = 6 of Clubs
18 = 6 of Diamonds
19 = 6 of Hearts
20 = 6 of Spades
21 = 7 of Clubs
22 = 7 of Diamonds
23 = 7 of Hearts
24 = 7 of Spades
25 = 8 of Clubs
26 = 8 of Diamonds
27 = 8 of Hearts
28 = 8 of Spades
- reroll line for Hyperion Juicer -
29 = 9 of Clubs
30 = 9 of Diamonds
31 = 9 of Hearts
32 = 9 of Spades
33 = 10 of Clubs
34 = 10 of Diamonds
35 = 10 of Hearts
36 = 10 of Spades
37 = J of Clubs
38 = J of Diamonds
39 = J of Hearts
40 = J of Spades
41 = Q of Clubs
42 = Q of Diamonds
43 = Q of Hearts
44 = Q of Spades
45 = K of Clubs
46 = K of Diamonds
47 = K of Hearts
48 = K of Spades
49 = A of Clubs
50 = A of Diamonds
51 = A of Hearts
52 = A of Spades
53 = Jokers = They are equal
54 = Jokers = They are equal
- If no reroll is being used then there are 2 extra jokers -
55 = Jokers = They are equal
56 = Jokers = They are equal
and of course update your signatures!
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Re: New Game - The Struggle

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All character submissions should be in the format of Savaged.us export. (Remember to log into an account so you can access Rifts and save your characters.

Signature shall be links to your character sheet where resources are tracked and nothing else. Please no long signatures, I hate them so much the baddies will get unlimited bennies only versus your character.)




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  • 2D6 EFFECT
    2 Catastrophe: Something goes terribly wrong. The GM must decide what, but some ideas are a new and permanent Minor Hindrance, the inability to use powers for several days, or an explosion of some sort. The backlash should be thematic if possible. If the hero tampers with dark forces for his abilities, for example, he might become corrupted or summon something sinister into the world. If he’s a weird scientist the device might explode for 3d6 damage in a Medium Blast Template, or he might develop a Quirk, Phobia, or other “madness.”

    3 Backfire: The power succeeds as with a raise but affects a different target with the worst possible results. A bolt hits a random friend, boost Trait increases an enemy’s skill or attribute, etc. If there’s no likely target, he’s Stunned instead. If the power has a Duration other than Instant, it lasts its full term and can only be negated by dispel (the caster can’t voluntarily end it herself).

    4–5 Short Circuit: The power fails but the Power Points allocated to it are spent, along with an additional 1d6 Power Points.

    6–8 Stunned: The caster is Stunned (see page 106). She subtracts 2 from arcane skill rolls for the rest of the encounter (the penalty remains –2 even if she gets this result again).

    9–10 Overload: The character’s synapses crackle and overload with power. He takes 2d6 damage plus the cost of the power in Power Points, including any Power Modifiers the player declared.

    11 Fatigue: The character suffers Fatigue.

    12 Overcharge: The power draws ambient energy from the air, automatically succeeding against the target with a raise and costing the caster no Power Points!

,
1 = 2 of Clubs
2 = 2 of Diamonds
3 = 2 of Hearts
4 = 2 of Spades
5 = 3 of Clubs
6 = 3 of Diamonds
7 = 3 of Hearts
8 = 3 of Spades
9 = 4 of Clubs
10 = 4 of Diamonds
11 = 4 of Hearts
12 = 4 of Spades
13 = 5 of Clubs
14 = 5 of Diamonds
15 = 5 of Hearts
16 = 5 of Spades
- reroll line for quickness & activation for Calculating -
17 = 6 of Clubs
18 = 6 of Diamonds
19 = 6 of Hearts
20 = 6 of Spades
21 = 7 of Clubs
22 = 7 of Diamonds
23 = 7 of Hearts
24 = 7 of Spades
25 = 8 of Clubs
26 = 8 of Diamonds
27 = 8 of Hearts
28 = 8 of Spades
- reroll line for Hyperion Juicer -
29 = 9 of Clubs
30 = 9 of Diamonds
31 = 9 of Hearts
32 = 9 of Spades
33 = 10 of Clubs
34 = 10 of Diamonds
35 = 10 of Hearts
36 = 10 of Spades
37 = J of Clubs
38 = J of Diamonds
39 = J of Hearts
40 = J of Spades
41 = Q of Clubs
42 = Q of Diamonds
43 = Q of Hearts
44 = Q of Spades
45 = K of Clubs
46 = K of Diamonds
47 = K of Hearts
48 = K of Spades
49 = A of Clubs
50 = A of Diamonds
51 = A of Hearts
52 = A of Spades
53 = Jokers = They are equal
54 = Jokers = They are equal
- If no reroll is being used then there are 2 extra jokers -
55 = Jokers = They are equal
56 = Jokers = They are equal
and of course update your signatures!
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Re: New Game - The Struggle

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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.
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Koshnek wrote: Wed Sep 15, 2021 9:35 am 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.
Sure thing.
  • 2D6 EFFECT
    2 Catastrophe: Something goes terribly wrong. The GM must decide what, but some ideas are a new and permanent Minor Hindrance, the inability to use powers for several days, or an explosion of some sort. The backlash should be thematic if possible. If the hero tampers with dark forces for his abilities, for example, he might become corrupted or summon something sinister into the world. If he’s a weird scientist the device might explode for 3d6 damage in a Medium Blast Template, or he might develop a Quirk, Phobia, or other “madness.”

    3 Backfire: The power succeeds as with a raise but affects a different target with the worst possible results. A bolt hits a random friend, boost Trait increases an enemy’s skill or attribute, etc. If there’s no likely target, he’s Stunned instead. If the power has a Duration other than Instant, it lasts its full term and can only be negated by dispel (the caster can’t voluntarily end it herself).

    4–5 Short Circuit: The power fails but the Power Points allocated to it are spent, along with an additional 1d6 Power Points.

    6–8 Stunned: The caster is Stunned (see page 106). She subtracts 2 from arcane skill rolls for the rest of the encounter (the penalty remains –2 even if she gets this result again).

    9–10 Overload: The character’s synapses crackle and overload with power. He takes 2d6 damage plus the cost of the power in Power Points, including any Power Modifiers the player declared.

    11 Fatigue: The character suffers Fatigue.

    12 Overcharge: The power draws ambient energy from the air, automatically succeeding against the target with a raise and costing the caster no Power Points!

,
1 = 2 of Clubs
2 = 2 of Diamonds
3 = 2 of Hearts
4 = 2 of Spades
5 = 3 of Clubs
6 = 3 of Diamonds
7 = 3 of Hearts
8 = 3 of Spades
9 = 4 of Clubs
10 = 4 of Diamonds
11 = 4 of Hearts
12 = 4 of Spades
13 = 5 of Clubs
14 = 5 of Diamonds
15 = 5 of Hearts
16 = 5 of Spades
- reroll line for quickness & activation for Calculating -
17 = 6 of Clubs
18 = 6 of Diamonds
19 = 6 of Hearts
20 = 6 of Spades
21 = 7 of Clubs
22 = 7 of Diamonds
23 = 7 of Hearts
24 = 7 of Spades
25 = 8 of Clubs
26 = 8 of Diamonds
27 = 8 of Hearts
28 = 8 of Spades
- reroll line for Hyperion Juicer -
29 = 9 of Clubs
30 = 9 of Diamonds
31 = 9 of Hearts
32 = 9 of Spades
33 = 10 of Clubs
34 = 10 of Diamonds
35 = 10 of Hearts
36 = 10 of Spades
37 = J of Clubs
38 = J of Diamonds
39 = J of Hearts
40 = J of Spades
41 = Q of Clubs
42 = Q of Diamonds
43 = Q of Hearts
44 = Q of Spades
45 = K of Clubs
46 = K of Diamonds
47 = K of Hearts
48 = K of Spades
49 = A of Clubs
50 = A of Diamonds
51 = A of Hearts
52 = A of Spades
53 = Jokers = They are equal
54 = Jokers = They are equal
- If no reroll is being used then there are 2 extra jokers -
55 = Jokers = They are equal
56 = Jokers = They are equal
and of course update your signatures!
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The following was added to the setting rules based on questions asked online.

Edit: For those Iconic Frameworks with less than 2 HJ rolls, the character has an additional Hindrance worked out to represent a stronger bond to the community. [/list]
  • 2D6 EFFECT
    2 Catastrophe: Something goes terribly wrong. The GM must decide what, but some ideas are a new and permanent Minor Hindrance, the inability to use powers for several days, or an explosion of some sort. The backlash should be thematic if possible. If the hero tampers with dark forces for his abilities, for example, he might become corrupted or summon something sinister into the world. If he’s a weird scientist the device might explode for 3d6 damage in a Medium Blast Template, or he might develop a Quirk, Phobia, or other “madness.”

    3 Backfire: The power succeeds as with a raise but affects a different target with the worst possible results. A bolt hits a random friend, boost Trait increases an enemy’s skill or attribute, etc. If there’s no likely target, he’s Stunned instead. If the power has a Duration other than Instant, it lasts its full term and can only be negated by dispel (the caster can’t voluntarily end it herself).

    4–5 Short Circuit: The power fails but the Power Points allocated to it are spent, along with an additional 1d6 Power Points.

    6–8 Stunned: The caster is Stunned (see page 106). She subtracts 2 from arcane skill rolls for the rest of the encounter (the penalty remains –2 even if she gets this result again).

    9–10 Overload: The character’s synapses crackle and overload with power. He takes 2d6 damage plus the cost of the power in Power Points, including any Power Modifiers the player declared.

    11 Fatigue: The character suffers Fatigue.

    12 Overcharge: The power draws ambient energy from the air, automatically succeeding against the target with a raise and costing the caster no Power Points!

,
1 = 2 of Clubs
2 = 2 of Diamonds
3 = 2 of Hearts
4 = 2 of Spades
5 = 3 of Clubs
6 = 3 of Diamonds
7 = 3 of Hearts
8 = 3 of Spades
9 = 4 of Clubs
10 = 4 of Diamonds
11 = 4 of Hearts
12 = 4 of Spades
13 = 5 of Clubs
14 = 5 of Diamonds
15 = 5 of Hearts
16 = 5 of Spades
- reroll line for quickness & activation for Calculating -
17 = 6 of Clubs
18 = 6 of Diamonds
19 = 6 of Hearts
20 = 6 of Spades
21 = 7 of Clubs
22 = 7 of Diamonds
23 = 7 of Hearts
24 = 7 of Spades
25 = 8 of Clubs
26 = 8 of Diamonds
27 = 8 of Hearts
28 = 8 of Spades
- reroll line for Hyperion Juicer -
29 = 9 of Clubs
30 = 9 of Diamonds
31 = 9 of Hearts
32 = 9 of Spades
33 = 10 of Clubs
34 = 10 of Diamonds
35 = 10 of Hearts
36 = 10 of Spades
37 = J of Clubs
38 = J of Diamonds
39 = J of Hearts
40 = J of Spades
41 = Q of Clubs
42 = Q of Diamonds
43 = Q of Hearts
44 = Q of Spades
45 = K of Clubs
46 = K of Diamonds
47 = K of Hearts
48 = K of Spades
49 = A of Clubs
50 = A of Diamonds
51 = A of Hearts
52 = A of Spades
53 = Jokers = They are equal
54 = Jokers = They are equal
- If no reroll is being used then there are 2 extra jokers -
55 = Jokers = They are equal
56 = Jokers = They are equal
and of course update your signatures!
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Very tempted to join this, probably try out the Wilderness Scout or whatever it's called.
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stormwell wrote: Wed Sep 15, 2021 10:33 am Very tempted to join this, probably try out the Wilderness Scout or whatever it's called.

Wilderness scout would potentially be very effective in this game as a lot if the chalenges will be so skill based.
  • 2D6 EFFECT
    2 Catastrophe: Something goes terribly wrong. The GM must decide what, but some ideas are a new and permanent Minor Hindrance, the inability to use powers for several days, or an explosion of some sort. The backlash should be thematic if possible. If the hero tampers with dark forces for his abilities, for example, he might become corrupted or summon something sinister into the world. If he’s a weird scientist the device might explode for 3d6 damage in a Medium Blast Template, or he might develop a Quirk, Phobia, or other “madness.”

    3 Backfire: The power succeeds as with a raise but affects a different target with the worst possible results. A bolt hits a random friend, boost Trait increases an enemy’s skill or attribute, etc. If there’s no likely target, he’s Stunned instead. If the power has a Duration other than Instant, it lasts its full term and can only be negated by dispel (the caster can’t voluntarily end it herself).

    4–5 Short Circuit: The power fails but the Power Points allocated to it are spent, along with an additional 1d6 Power Points.

    6–8 Stunned: The caster is Stunned (see page 106). She subtracts 2 from arcane skill rolls for the rest of the encounter (the penalty remains –2 even if she gets this result again).

    9–10 Overload: The character’s synapses crackle and overload with power. He takes 2d6 damage plus the cost of the power in Power Points, including any Power Modifiers the player declared.

    11 Fatigue: The character suffers Fatigue.

    12 Overcharge: The power draws ambient energy from the air, automatically succeeding against the target with a raise and costing the caster no Power Points!

,
1 = 2 of Clubs
2 = 2 of Diamonds
3 = 2 of Hearts
4 = 2 of Spades
5 = 3 of Clubs
6 = 3 of Diamonds
7 = 3 of Hearts
8 = 3 of Spades
9 = 4 of Clubs
10 = 4 of Diamonds
11 = 4 of Hearts
12 = 4 of Spades
13 = 5 of Clubs
14 = 5 of Diamonds
15 = 5 of Hearts
16 = 5 of Spades
- reroll line for quickness & activation for Calculating -
17 = 6 of Clubs
18 = 6 of Diamonds
19 = 6 of Hearts
20 = 6 of Spades
21 = 7 of Clubs
22 = 7 of Diamonds
23 = 7 of Hearts
24 = 7 of Spades
25 = 8 of Clubs
26 = 8 of Diamonds
27 = 8 of Hearts
28 = 8 of Spades
- reroll line for Hyperion Juicer -
29 = 9 of Clubs
30 = 9 of Diamonds
31 = 9 of Hearts
32 = 9 of Spades
33 = 10 of Clubs
34 = 10 of Diamonds
35 = 10 of Hearts
36 = 10 of Spades
37 = J of Clubs
38 = J of Diamonds
39 = J of Hearts
40 = J of Spades
41 = Q of Clubs
42 = Q of Diamonds
43 = Q of Hearts
44 = Q of Spades
45 = K of Clubs
46 = K of Diamonds
47 = K of Hearts
48 = K of Spades
49 = A of Clubs
50 = A of Diamonds
51 = A of Hearts
52 = A of Spades
53 = Jokers = They are equal
54 = Jokers = They are equal
- If no reroll is being used then there are 2 extra jokers -
55 = Jokers = They are equal
56 = Jokers = They are equal
and of course update your signatures!
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I'm tentatively very interested in this game. I've always wanted to play in a Rob Game. :)
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Active Alts: Jim Cannon, Jame Graeme, Dorn GiantSlayer, Steele


Attributes: Agility d8, Smarts d10, Spirit d8, Strength d6, Vigor d6
Pace: 8; Running Die: d8; Parry: 6; Toughness: 11(4); Strain: 6/6; Bennies 4 of 4

Skills
Agility: Athletics d8, Fighting d8, Shooting d6, Stealth d8, Thievery d8
Smarts: Common Knowledge d4, Healing d6+2, Language (American) d8, Notice d8, Occult d10, Psionics d10, Survival d10+2
Spirit: Persuasion d4

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Radecliffe wrote: Wed Sep 15, 2021 10:58 am I'm tentatively very interested in this game. I've always wanted to play in a Rob Game. :)
Cool,
Let me know when you decide so one of us can add you to the Discord chat.
  • 2D6 EFFECT
    2 Catastrophe: Something goes terribly wrong. The GM must decide what, but some ideas are a new and permanent Minor Hindrance, the inability to use powers for several days, or an explosion of some sort. The backlash should be thematic if possible. If the hero tampers with dark forces for his abilities, for example, he might become corrupted or summon something sinister into the world. If he’s a weird scientist the device might explode for 3d6 damage in a Medium Blast Template, or he might develop a Quirk, Phobia, or other “madness.”

    3 Backfire: The power succeeds as with a raise but affects a different target with the worst possible results. A bolt hits a random friend, boost Trait increases an enemy’s skill or attribute, etc. If there’s no likely target, he’s Stunned instead. If the power has a Duration other than Instant, it lasts its full term and can only be negated by dispel (the caster can’t voluntarily end it herself).

    4–5 Short Circuit: The power fails but the Power Points allocated to it are spent, along with an additional 1d6 Power Points.

    6–8 Stunned: The caster is Stunned (see page 106). She subtracts 2 from arcane skill rolls for the rest of the encounter (the penalty remains –2 even if she gets this result again).

    9–10 Overload: The character’s synapses crackle and overload with power. He takes 2d6 damage plus the cost of the power in Power Points, including any Power Modifiers the player declared.

    11 Fatigue: The character suffers Fatigue.

    12 Overcharge: The power draws ambient energy from the air, automatically succeeding against the target with a raise and costing the caster no Power Points!

,
1 = 2 of Clubs
2 = 2 of Diamonds
3 = 2 of Hearts
4 = 2 of Spades
5 = 3 of Clubs
6 = 3 of Diamonds
7 = 3 of Hearts
8 = 3 of Spades
9 = 4 of Clubs
10 = 4 of Diamonds
11 = 4 of Hearts
12 = 4 of Spades
13 = 5 of Clubs
14 = 5 of Diamonds
15 = 5 of Hearts
16 = 5 of Spades
- reroll line for quickness & activation for Calculating -
17 = 6 of Clubs
18 = 6 of Diamonds
19 = 6 of Hearts
20 = 6 of Spades
21 = 7 of Clubs
22 = 7 of Diamonds
23 = 7 of Hearts
24 = 7 of Spades
25 = 8 of Clubs
26 = 8 of Diamonds
27 = 8 of Hearts
28 = 8 of Spades
- reroll line for Hyperion Juicer -
29 = 9 of Clubs
30 = 9 of Diamonds
31 = 9 of Hearts
32 = 9 of Spades
33 = 10 of Clubs
34 = 10 of Diamonds
35 = 10 of Hearts
36 = 10 of Spades
37 = J of Clubs
38 = J of Diamonds
39 = J of Hearts
40 = J of Spades
41 = Q of Clubs
42 = Q of Diamonds
43 = Q of Hearts
44 = Q of Spades
45 = K of Clubs
46 = K of Diamonds
47 = K of Hearts
48 = K of Spades
49 = A of Clubs
50 = A of Diamonds
51 = A of Hearts
52 = A of Spades
53 = Jokers = They are equal
54 = Jokers = They are equal
- If no reroll is being used then there are 2 extra jokers -
55 = Jokers = They are equal
56 = Jokers = They are equal
and of course update your signatures!
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Out of curiosity, any modifications to starting gear?
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Active Alts: Jim Cannon, Jame Graeme, Dorn GiantSlayer, Steele


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Re: New Game - The Struggle

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Radecliffe wrote: Wed Sep 15, 2021 12:02 pm Out of curiosity, any modifications to starting gear?
No, you would start with the normal starting gear of your IF.
  • 2D6 EFFECT
    2 Catastrophe: Something goes terribly wrong. The GM must decide what, but some ideas are a new and permanent Minor Hindrance, the inability to use powers for several days, or an explosion of some sort. The backlash should be thematic if possible. If the hero tampers with dark forces for his abilities, for example, he might become corrupted or summon something sinister into the world. If he’s a weird scientist the device might explode for 3d6 damage in a Medium Blast Template, or he might develop a Quirk, Phobia, or other “madness.”

    3 Backfire: The power succeeds as with a raise but affects a different target with the worst possible results. A bolt hits a random friend, boost Trait increases an enemy’s skill or attribute, etc. If there’s no likely target, he’s Stunned instead. If the power has a Duration other than Instant, it lasts its full term and can only be negated by dispel (the caster can’t voluntarily end it herself).

    4–5 Short Circuit: The power fails but the Power Points allocated to it are spent, along with an additional 1d6 Power Points.

    6–8 Stunned: The caster is Stunned (see page 106). She subtracts 2 from arcane skill rolls for the rest of the encounter (the penalty remains –2 even if she gets this result again).

    9–10 Overload: The character’s synapses crackle and overload with power. He takes 2d6 damage plus the cost of the power in Power Points, including any Power Modifiers the player declared.

    11 Fatigue: The character suffers Fatigue.

    12 Overcharge: The power draws ambient energy from the air, automatically succeeding against the target with a raise and costing the caster no Power Points!

,
1 = 2 of Clubs
2 = 2 of Diamonds
3 = 2 of Hearts
4 = 2 of Spades
5 = 3 of Clubs
6 = 3 of Diamonds
7 = 3 of Hearts
8 = 3 of Spades
9 = 4 of Clubs
10 = 4 of Diamonds
11 = 4 of Hearts
12 = 4 of Spades
13 = 5 of Clubs
14 = 5 of Diamonds
15 = 5 of Hearts
16 = 5 of Spades
- reroll line for quickness & activation for Calculating -
17 = 6 of Clubs
18 = 6 of Diamonds
19 = 6 of Hearts
20 = 6 of Spades
21 = 7 of Clubs
22 = 7 of Diamonds
23 = 7 of Hearts
24 = 7 of Spades
25 = 8 of Clubs
26 = 8 of Diamonds
27 = 8 of Hearts
28 = 8 of Spades
- reroll line for Hyperion Juicer -
29 = 9 of Clubs
30 = 9 of Diamonds
31 = 9 of Hearts
32 = 9 of Spades
33 = 10 of Clubs
34 = 10 of Diamonds
35 = 10 of Hearts
36 = 10 of Spades
37 = J of Clubs
38 = J of Diamonds
39 = J of Hearts
40 = J of Spades
41 = Q of Clubs
42 = Q of Diamonds
43 = Q of Hearts
44 = Q of Spades
45 = K of Clubs
46 = K of Diamonds
47 = K of Hearts
48 = K of Spades
49 = A of Clubs
50 = A of Diamonds
51 = A of Hearts
52 = A of Spades
53 = Jokers = They are equal
54 = Jokers = They are equal
- If no reroll is being used then there are 2 extra jokers -
55 = Jokers = They are equal
56 = Jokers = They are equal
and of course update your signatures!
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Re: New Game - The Struggle

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I'm tentatively interested, @Ndreare. I have some games that have gone dark and depending on how well I do over the next couple of weeks getting into a groove with the games I'm GM'ing, this sounds perfect.

I think I'd like to maybe play a burster who serves as the valley's fire brigade.

Edit: It should go without saying, but just in case: I would happily give up a spot in this or any game for a new player.

I assume @Snake Eyes will want in on this, too, given his Discord statements.
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Re: New Game - The Struggle

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I'm interested. Thinking Fennodi Mystic.
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Re: New Game - The Struggle

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Added the following based on questions in discord.

Gear:
The Rich and Very Rich edges are off the table.
You may sell any or all starting weapon or armor for 50% of starting value. This can let you buy chemical weapons if desired in place of energy weapons. (This does not apply to "chose any" options, and cannot be used to start with millions or other broken synergies.)
  • 2D6 EFFECT
    2 Catastrophe: Something goes terribly wrong. The GM must decide what, but some ideas are a new and permanent Minor Hindrance, the inability to use powers for several days, or an explosion of some sort. The backlash should be thematic if possible. If the hero tampers with dark forces for his abilities, for example, he might become corrupted or summon something sinister into the world. If he’s a weird scientist the device might explode for 3d6 damage in a Medium Blast Template, or he might develop a Quirk, Phobia, or other “madness.”

    3 Backfire: The power succeeds as with a raise but affects a different target with the worst possible results. A bolt hits a random friend, boost Trait increases an enemy’s skill or attribute, etc. If there’s no likely target, he’s Stunned instead. If the power has a Duration other than Instant, it lasts its full term and can only be negated by dispel (the caster can’t voluntarily end it herself).

    4–5 Short Circuit: The power fails but the Power Points allocated to it are spent, along with an additional 1d6 Power Points.

    6–8 Stunned: The caster is Stunned (see page 106). She subtracts 2 from arcane skill rolls for the rest of the encounter (the penalty remains –2 even if she gets this result again).

    9–10 Overload: The character’s synapses crackle and overload with power. He takes 2d6 damage plus the cost of the power in Power Points, including any Power Modifiers the player declared.

    11 Fatigue: The character suffers Fatigue.

    12 Overcharge: The power draws ambient energy from the air, automatically succeeding against the target with a raise and costing the caster no Power Points!

,
1 = 2 of Clubs
2 = 2 of Diamonds
3 = 2 of Hearts
4 = 2 of Spades
5 = 3 of Clubs
6 = 3 of Diamonds
7 = 3 of Hearts
8 = 3 of Spades
9 = 4 of Clubs
10 = 4 of Diamonds
11 = 4 of Hearts
12 = 4 of Spades
13 = 5 of Clubs
14 = 5 of Diamonds
15 = 5 of Hearts
16 = 5 of Spades
- reroll line for quickness & activation for Calculating -
17 = 6 of Clubs
18 = 6 of Diamonds
19 = 6 of Hearts
20 = 6 of Spades
21 = 7 of Clubs
22 = 7 of Diamonds
23 = 7 of Hearts
24 = 7 of Spades
25 = 8 of Clubs
26 = 8 of Diamonds
27 = 8 of Hearts
28 = 8 of Spades
- reroll line for Hyperion Juicer -
29 = 9 of Clubs
30 = 9 of Diamonds
31 = 9 of Hearts
32 = 9 of Spades
33 = 10 of Clubs
34 = 10 of Diamonds
35 = 10 of Hearts
36 = 10 of Spades
37 = J of Clubs
38 = J of Diamonds
39 = J of Hearts
40 = J of Spades
41 = Q of Clubs
42 = Q of Diamonds
43 = Q of Hearts
44 = Q of Spades
45 = K of Clubs
46 = K of Diamonds
47 = K of Hearts
48 = K of Spades
49 = A of Clubs
50 = A of Diamonds
51 = A of Hearts
52 = A of Spades
53 = Jokers = They are equal
54 = Jokers = They are equal
- If no reroll is being used then there are 2 extra jokers -
55 = Jokers = They are equal
56 = Jokers = They are equal
and of course update your signatures!
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Re: New Game - The Struggle

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Pursuit wrote: Wed Sep 15, 2021 12:27 pm I'm tentatively interested, Ndreare. I have some games that have gone dark and depending on how well I do over the next couple of weeks getting into a groove with the games I'm GM'ing, this sounds perfect.

I think I'd like to maybe play a burster who serves as the valley's fire brigade.

Edit: It should go without saying, but just in case: I would happily give up a spot in this or any game for a new player.

I assume @Snake Eyes will want in on this, too, given his Discord statements.
Yep he mentioned interest, but has not committed. I have a spot reserved for him if he decides this is a game he is interested in.
  • 2D6 EFFECT
    2 Catastrophe: Something goes terribly wrong. The GM must decide what, but some ideas are a new and permanent Minor Hindrance, the inability to use powers for several days, or an explosion of some sort. The backlash should be thematic if possible. If the hero tampers with dark forces for his abilities, for example, he might become corrupted or summon something sinister into the world. If he’s a weird scientist the device might explode for 3d6 damage in a Medium Blast Template, or he might develop a Quirk, Phobia, or other “madness.”

    3 Backfire: The power succeeds as with a raise but affects a different target with the worst possible results. A bolt hits a random friend, boost Trait increases an enemy’s skill or attribute, etc. If there’s no likely target, he’s Stunned instead. If the power has a Duration other than Instant, it lasts its full term and can only be negated by dispel (the caster can’t voluntarily end it herself).

    4–5 Short Circuit: The power fails but the Power Points allocated to it are spent, along with an additional 1d6 Power Points.

    6–8 Stunned: The caster is Stunned (see page 106). She subtracts 2 from arcane skill rolls for the rest of the encounter (the penalty remains –2 even if she gets this result again).

    9–10 Overload: The character’s synapses crackle and overload with power. He takes 2d6 damage plus the cost of the power in Power Points, including any Power Modifiers the player declared.

    11 Fatigue: The character suffers Fatigue.

    12 Overcharge: The power draws ambient energy from the air, automatically succeeding against the target with a raise and costing the caster no Power Points!

,
1 = 2 of Clubs
2 = 2 of Diamonds
3 = 2 of Hearts
4 = 2 of Spades
5 = 3 of Clubs
6 = 3 of Diamonds
7 = 3 of Hearts
8 = 3 of Spades
9 = 4 of Clubs
10 = 4 of Diamonds
11 = 4 of Hearts
12 = 4 of Spades
13 = 5 of Clubs
14 = 5 of Diamonds
15 = 5 of Hearts
16 = 5 of Spades
- reroll line for quickness & activation for Calculating -
17 = 6 of Clubs
18 = 6 of Diamonds
19 = 6 of Hearts
20 = 6 of Spades
21 = 7 of Clubs
22 = 7 of Diamonds
23 = 7 of Hearts
24 = 7 of Spades
25 = 8 of Clubs
26 = 8 of Diamonds
27 = 8 of Hearts
28 = 8 of Spades
- reroll line for Hyperion Juicer -
29 = 9 of Clubs
30 = 9 of Diamonds
31 = 9 of Hearts
32 = 9 of Spades
33 = 10 of Clubs
34 = 10 of Diamonds
35 = 10 of Hearts
36 = 10 of Spades
37 = J of Clubs
38 = J of Diamonds
39 = J of Hearts
40 = J of Spades
41 = Q of Clubs
42 = Q of Diamonds
43 = Q of Hearts
44 = Q of Spades
45 = K of Clubs
46 = K of Diamonds
47 = K of Hearts
48 = K of Spades
49 = A of Clubs
50 = A of Diamonds
51 = A of Hearts
52 = A of Spades
53 = Jokers = They are equal
54 = Jokers = They are equal
- If no reroll is being used then there are 2 extra jokers -
55 = Jokers = They are equal
56 = Jokers = They are equal
and of course update your signatures!
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Re: New Game - The Struggle

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To quote Jack Burton, "As two, I said I was comin'."
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Ndreare wrote: Wed Sep 15, 2021 11:39 am
Radecliffe wrote: Wed Sep 15, 2021 10:58 am I'm tentatively very interested in this game. I've always wanted to play in a Rob Game. :)
Cool,
Let me know when you decide so one of us can add you to the Discord chat.
I decide I'd very much like to play in this game if possible. Thanks!
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Re: New Game - The Struggle

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I'd like to try - should have 5 EP by game start- that's what's needed for a 2nd PC right?

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Re: New Game - The Struggle

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Dr. Asterisk wrote: Wed Sep 15, 2021 5:23 pm I'd like to try - should have 5 EP by game start- that's what's needed for a 2nd PC right?
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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 nothing is more important to him than protecting Skagit and the townsfolk. He even lost an arm in its defense.

The required convalesnce period from the loss of his arm gave him time to focus and develop his psionic powers. With the help of his trusty and recently deputized side kick, he has been able to come back better than ever.

I took the liberty of using one of my M.A.R.S Fortune & Glory rolls for picking a Sidekick to be Felix's deputy. If this is not OK, please let me know. I will figure something else out!
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If you don't get a sidekick (or even if you do), and I'm allowed in, I literally just made up a Justice Ranger for this game.

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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.)
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Re: New Game - The Struggle

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Dr. Asterisk wrote: Wed Sep 15, 2021 5:23 pm I'd like to try - should have 5 EP by game start- that's what's needed for a 2nd PC right?
Radecliffe wrote: Wed Sep 15, 2021 4:47 pm
Ndreare wrote: Wed Sep 15, 2021 11:39 am
Radecliffe wrote: Wed Sep 15, 2021 10:58 am I'm tentatively very interested in this game. I've always wanted to play in a Rob Game. :)
Cool,
Let me know when you decide so one of us can add you to the Discord chat.
I decide I'd very much like to play in this game if possible. Thanks!
Cool, lets make it happen.
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  • 2D6 EFFECT
    2 Catastrophe: Something goes terribly wrong. The GM must decide what, but some ideas are a new and permanent Minor Hindrance, the inability to use powers for several days, or an explosion of some sort. The backlash should be thematic if possible. If the hero tampers with dark forces for his abilities, for example, he might become corrupted or summon something sinister into the world. If he’s a weird scientist the device might explode for 3d6 damage in a Medium Blast Template, or he might develop a Quirk, Phobia, or other “madness.”

    3 Backfire: The power succeeds as with a raise but affects a different target with the worst possible results. A bolt hits a random friend, boost Trait increases an enemy’s skill or attribute, etc. If there’s no likely target, he’s Stunned instead. If the power has a Duration other than Instant, it lasts its full term and can only be negated by dispel (the caster can’t voluntarily end it herself).

    4–5 Short Circuit: The power fails but the Power Points allocated to it are spent, along with an additional 1d6 Power Points.

    6–8 Stunned: The caster is Stunned (see page 106). She subtracts 2 from arcane skill rolls for the rest of the encounter (the penalty remains –2 even if she gets this result again).

    9–10 Overload: The character’s synapses crackle and overload with power. He takes 2d6 damage plus the cost of the power in Power Points, including any Power Modifiers the player declared.

    11 Fatigue: The character suffers Fatigue.

    12 Overcharge: The power draws ambient energy from the air, automatically succeeding against the target with a raise and costing the caster no Power Points!

,
1 = 2 of Clubs
2 = 2 of Diamonds
3 = 2 of Hearts
4 = 2 of Spades
5 = 3 of Clubs
6 = 3 of Diamonds
7 = 3 of Hearts
8 = 3 of Spades
9 = 4 of Clubs
10 = 4 of Diamonds
11 = 4 of Hearts
12 = 4 of Spades
13 = 5 of Clubs
14 = 5 of Diamonds
15 = 5 of Hearts
16 = 5 of Spades
- reroll line for quickness & activation for Calculating -
17 = 6 of Clubs
18 = 6 of Diamonds
19 = 6 of Hearts
20 = 6 of Spades
21 = 7 of Clubs
22 = 7 of Diamonds
23 = 7 of Hearts
24 = 7 of Spades
25 = 8 of Clubs
26 = 8 of Diamonds
27 = 8 of Hearts
28 = 8 of Spades
- reroll line for Hyperion Juicer -
29 = 9 of Clubs
30 = 9 of Diamonds
31 = 9 of Hearts
32 = 9 of Spades
33 = 10 of Clubs
34 = 10 of Diamonds
35 = 10 of Hearts
36 = 10 of Spades
37 = J of Clubs
38 = J of Diamonds
39 = J of Hearts
40 = J of Spades
41 = Q of Clubs
42 = Q of Diamonds
43 = Q of Hearts
44 = Q of Spades
45 = K of Clubs
46 = K of Diamonds
47 = K of Hearts
48 = K of Spades
49 = A of Clubs
50 = A of Diamonds
51 = A of Hearts
52 = A of Spades
53 = Jokers = They are equal
54 = Jokers = They are equal
- If no reroll is being used then there are 2 extra jokers -
55 = Jokers = They are equal
56 = Jokers = They are equal
and of course update your signatures!
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Re: New Game - The Struggle

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Game is full now. All slots are reserved, one person is currently on the fence, once he decides I will be able to let others know. Here is the current list.

Slots:
  1. @Koshnek
  2. @stormwell
  3. @Sir William Mahan
  4. @Pursuit
  5. @Snake Eyes
  6. @Dr. Asterisk = @Billy Shag
  7. @Radecliffe
  8. @High Command (not locked in considering)
PS: For clarity Dragons are also not really something that fits the "low powered" theme. Just consider if you build a combat monster it would not really fit the theme and the game will be less fun for you and for everyone else.
I would like the kind of adventure where when you suspect a dozen brodkil you think tactics will be needed and people will still die. Not the kind of adventure where when you hear there are a dozen brodkil you only need to send one guy to handle the problem. :D
  • 2D6 EFFECT
    2 Catastrophe: Something goes terribly wrong. The GM must decide what, but some ideas are a new and permanent Minor Hindrance, the inability to use powers for several days, or an explosion of some sort. The backlash should be thematic if possible. If the hero tampers with dark forces for his abilities, for example, he might become corrupted or summon something sinister into the world. If he’s a weird scientist the device might explode for 3d6 damage in a Medium Blast Template, or he might develop a Quirk, Phobia, or other “madness.”

    3 Backfire: The power succeeds as with a raise but affects a different target with the worst possible results. A bolt hits a random friend, boost Trait increases an enemy’s skill or attribute, etc. If there’s no likely target, he’s Stunned instead. If the power has a Duration other than Instant, it lasts its full term and can only be negated by dispel (the caster can’t voluntarily end it herself).

    4–5 Short Circuit: The power fails but the Power Points allocated to it are spent, along with an additional 1d6 Power Points.

    6–8 Stunned: The caster is Stunned (see page 106). She subtracts 2 from arcane skill rolls for the rest of the encounter (the penalty remains –2 even if she gets this result again).

    9–10 Overload: The character’s synapses crackle and overload with power. He takes 2d6 damage plus the cost of the power in Power Points, including any Power Modifiers the player declared.

    11 Fatigue: The character suffers Fatigue.

    12 Overcharge: The power draws ambient energy from the air, automatically succeeding against the target with a raise and costing the caster no Power Points!

,
1 = 2 of Clubs
2 = 2 of Diamonds
3 = 2 of Hearts
4 = 2 of Spades
5 = 3 of Clubs
6 = 3 of Diamonds
7 = 3 of Hearts
8 = 3 of Spades
9 = 4 of Clubs
10 = 4 of Diamonds
11 = 4 of Hearts
12 = 4 of Spades
13 = 5 of Clubs
14 = 5 of Diamonds
15 = 5 of Hearts
16 = 5 of Spades
- reroll line for quickness & activation for Calculating -
17 = 6 of Clubs
18 = 6 of Diamonds
19 = 6 of Hearts
20 = 6 of Spades
21 = 7 of Clubs
22 = 7 of Diamonds
23 = 7 of Hearts
24 = 7 of Spades
25 = 8 of Clubs
26 = 8 of Diamonds
27 = 8 of Hearts
28 = 8 of Spades
- reroll line for Hyperion Juicer -
29 = 9 of Clubs
30 = 9 of Diamonds
31 = 9 of Hearts
32 = 9 of Spades
33 = 10 of Clubs
34 = 10 of Diamonds
35 = 10 of Hearts
36 = 10 of Spades
37 = J of Clubs
38 = J of Diamonds
39 = J of Hearts
40 = J of Spades
41 = Q of Clubs
42 = Q of Diamonds
43 = Q of Hearts
44 = Q of Spades
45 = K of Clubs
46 = K of Diamonds
47 = K of Hearts
48 = K of Spades
49 = A of Clubs
50 = A of Diamonds
51 = A of Hearts
52 = A of Spades
53 = Jokers = They are equal
54 = Jokers = They are equal
- If no reroll is being used then there are 2 extra jokers -
55 = Jokers = They are equal
56 = Jokers = They are equal
and of course update your signatures!
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OK this is the Billy account - replace Dr. Asterisk please thanks
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Re: New Game - The Struggle

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Here are the first drafts of characters I have seen. Lets start giving each other feed back.
@Sir William Mahan as https://savaged.us/s/oq4swya1
@stormwell as https://savaged.us/s/qa99krr6
@Pursuit as https://savaged.us/s/j3tijdz7
@Snake Eyes as viewtopic.php?f=7&t=6503
@Dr. Asterisk as viewtopic.php?f=41&t=6502
@Koshnek as https://savaged.us/s/d28v7m9c
@Radecliffe as https://savaged.us/s/63oetfua
@Athena Misane as https://www.savagerifts.com/sr/viewtopi ... 377&t=6514

With 6 characters already so far along I think we can get some forums set up an an open RP for you guys to chat and start forming your characters in your head. Once the group and forums are set up I will start pinging the character accounts created for the game instead of your primary accounts.

We have a couple more players who are also going to make characters but I missed the links if they shared their initial drafts.
  • 2D6 EFFECT
    2 Catastrophe: Something goes terribly wrong. The GM must decide what, but some ideas are a new and permanent Minor Hindrance, the inability to use powers for several days, or an explosion of some sort. The backlash should be thematic if possible. If the hero tampers with dark forces for his abilities, for example, he might become corrupted or summon something sinister into the world. If he’s a weird scientist the device might explode for 3d6 damage in a Medium Blast Template, or he might develop a Quirk, Phobia, or other “madness.”

    3 Backfire: The power succeeds as with a raise but affects a different target with the worst possible results. A bolt hits a random friend, boost Trait increases an enemy’s skill or attribute, etc. If there’s no likely target, he’s Stunned instead. If the power has a Duration other than Instant, it lasts its full term and can only be negated by dispel (the caster can’t voluntarily end it herself).

    4–5 Short Circuit: The power fails but the Power Points allocated to it are spent, along with an additional 1d6 Power Points.

    6–8 Stunned: The caster is Stunned (see page 106). She subtracts 2 from arcane skill rolls for the rest of the encounter (the penalty remains –2 even if she gets this result again).

    9–10 Overload: The character’s synapses crackle and overload with power. He takes 2d6 damage plus the cost of the power in Power Points, including any Power Modifiers the player declared.

    11 Fatigue: The character suffers Fatigue.

    12 Overcharge: The power draws ambient energy from the air, automatically succeeding against the target with a raise and costing the caster no Power Points!

,
1 = 2 of Clubs
2 = 2 of Diamonds
3 = 2 of Hearts
4 = 2 of Spades
5 = 3 of Clubs
6 = 3 of Diamonds
7 = 3 of Hearts
8 = 3 of Spades
9 = 4 of Clubs
10 = 4 of Diamonds
11 = 4 of Hearts
12 = 4 of Spades
13 = 5 of Clubs
14 = 5 of Diamonds
15 = 5 of Hearts
16 = 5 of Spades
- reroll line for quickness & activation for Calculating -
17 = 6 of Clubs
18 = 6 of Diamonds
19 = 6 of Hearts
20 = 6 of Spades
21 = 7 of Clubs
22 = 7 of Diamonds
23 = 7 of Hearts
24 = 7 of Spades
25 = 8 of Clubs
26 = 8 of Diamonds
27 = 8 of Hearts
28 = 8 of Spades
- reroll line for Hyperion Juicer -
29 = 9 of Clubs
30 = 9 of Diamonds
31 = 9 of Hearts
32 = 9 of Spades
33 = 10 of Clubs
34 = 10 of Diamonds
35 = 10 of Hearts
36 = 10 of Spades
37 = J of Clubs
38 = J of Diamonds
39 = J of Hearts
40 = J of Spades
41 = Q of Clubs
42 = Q of Diamonds
43 = Q of Hearts
44 = Q of Spades
45 = K of Clubs
46 = K of Diamonds
47 = K of Hearts
48 = K of Spades
49 = A of Clubs
50 = A of Diamonds
51 = A of Hearts
52 = A of Spades
53 = Jokers = They are equal
54 = Jokers = They are equal
- If no reroll is being used then there are 2 extra jokers -
55 = Jokers = They are equal
56 = Jokers = They are equal
and of course update your signatures!
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Re: New Game - The Struggle

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Well, I guess Venatus Vinco is like a ninja and already set up our forums. Nice!
Please post a reply here as your in character account and I will start adding them.
  • 2D6 EFFECT
    2 Catastrophe: Something goes terribly wrong. The GM must decide what, but some ideas are a new and permanent Minor Hindrance, the inability to use powers for several days, or an explosion of some sort. The backlash should be thematic if possible. If the hero tampers with dark forces for his abilities, for example, he might become corrupted or summon something sinister into the world. If he’s a weird scientist the device might explode for 3d6 damage in a Medium Blast Template, or he might develop a Quirk, Phobia, or other “madness.”

    3 Backfire: The power succeeds as with a raise but affects a different target with the worst possible results. A bolt hits a random friend, boost Trait increases an enemy’s skill or attribute, etc. If there’s no likely target, he’s Stunned instead. If the power has a Duration other than Instant, it lasts its full term and can only be negated by dispel (the caster can’t voluntarily end it herself).

    4–5 Short Circuit: The power fails but the Power Points allocated to it are spent, along with an additional 1d6 Power Points.

    6–8 Stunned: The caster is Stunned (see page 106). She subtracts 2 from arcane skill rolls for the rest of the encounter (the penalty remains –2 even if she gets this result again).

    9–10 Overload: The character’s synapses crackle and overload with power. He takes 2d6 damage plus the cost of the power in Power Points, including any Power Modifiers the player declared.

    11 Fatigue: The character suffers Fatigue.

    12 Overcharge: The power draws ambient energy from the air, automatically succeeding against the target with a raise and costing the caster no Power Points!

,
1 = 2 of Clubs
2 = 2 of Diamonds
3 = 2 of Hearts
4 = 2 of Spades
5 = 3 of Clubs
6 = 3 of Diamonds
7 = 3 of Hearts
8 = 3 of Spades
9 = 4 of Clubs
10 = 4 of Diamonds
11 = 4 of Hearts
12 = 4 of Spades
13 = 5 of Clubs
14 = 5 of Diamonds
15 = 5 of Hearts
16 = 5 of Spades
- reroll line for quickness & activation for Calculating -
17 = 6 of Clubs
18 = 6 of Diamonds
19 = 6 of Hearts
20 = 6 of Spades
21 = 7 of Clubs
22 = 7 of Diamonds
23 = 7 of Hearts
24 = 7 of Spades
25 = 8 of Clubs
26 = 8 of Diamonds
27 = 8 of Hearts
28 = 8 of Spades
- reroll line for Hyperion Juicer -
29 = 9 of Clubs
30 = 9 of Diamonds
31 = 9 of Hearts
32 = 9 of Spades
33 = 10 of Clubs
34 = 10 of Diamonds
35 = 10 of Hearts
36 = 10 of Spades
37 = J of Clubs
38 = J of Diamonds
39 = J of Hearts
40 = J of Spades
41 = Q of Clubs
42 = Q of Diamonds
43 = Q of Hearts
44 = Q of Spades
45 = K of Clubs
46 = K of Diamonds
47 = K of Hearts
48 = K of Spades
49 = A of Clubs
50 = A of Diamonds
51 = A of Hearts
52 = A of Spades
53 = Jokers = They are equal
54 = Jokers = They are equal
- If no reroll is being used then there are 2 extra jokers -
55 = Jokers = They are equal
56 = Jokers = They are equal
and of course update your signatures!
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Re: New Game - The Struggle

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Stormwell here, this is the account I'll be using for Kaelin.
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Re: New Game - The Struggle

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Is there a discord group yet? It's not visible to me. If needed discord nickname is Jim(Radecliffe / Jack / Dorn).
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Attributes: Agility d8, Smarts d10, Spirit d8, Strength d6, Vigor d6
Pace: 8; Running Die: d8; Parry: 6; Toughness: 11(4); Strain: 6/6; Bennies 4 of 4

Skills
Agility: Athletics d8, Fighting d8, Shooting d6, Stealth d8, Thievery d8
Smarts: Common Knowledge d4, Healing d6+2, Language (American) d8, Notice d8, Occult d10, Psionics d10, Survival d10+2
Spirit: Persuasion d4

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Wow, this filled fast AF. Wasn't looking to join just rubbernecking
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Re: New Game - The Struggle

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@Ndreare

I may tweak him a bit but he's about done. I'm a bit concerned I'd be a little too low powered for this low powered game but I think it will be alright. Plus this can be an exercise to see just how many skills I can get a +2 bonus for. (This is Radecliffe)

Edit: Note that any extra funds should be considered in the form of spare parts and tools.

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Re: New Game - The Struggle

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Nothing jumps out at me from first glance of other PCs - either need or OP. We have melee, ranged, hybrid, tech, healing, face, scouting, even occult. Not sure I coulda metagamed something better to start out (y'all's dogecoin is OTW). :-D
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Relevant Edges: Adept (Boost Trait, Smite), Block, Brawler, Chi, Elan, Justice Ranger
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Re: New Game - The Struggle

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Well, with five power users (so far) in the group I'll be interested to see how much of an impact Ley Line Storms are going to have on them.
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Moving this thread to the Struggle forum area for reference.
  • 2D6 EFFECT
    2 Catastrophe: Something goes terribly wrong. The GM must decide what, but some ideas are a new and permanent Minor Hindrance, the inability to use powers for several days, or an explosion of some sort. The backlash should be thematic if possible. If the hero tampers with dark forces for his abilities, for example, he might become corrupted or summon something sinister into the world. If he’s a weird scientist the device might explode for 3d6 damage in a Medium Blast Template, or he might develop a Quirk, Phobia, or other “madness.”

    3 Backfire: The power succeeds as with a raise but affects a different target with the worst possible results. A bolt hits a random friend, boost Trait increases an enemy’s skill or attribute, etc. If there’s no likely target, he’s Stunned instead. If the power has a Duration other than Instant, it lasts its full term and can only be negated by dispel (the caster can’t voluntarily end it herself).

    4–5 Short Circuit: The power fails but the Power Points allocated to it are spent, along with an additional 1d6 Power Points.

    6–8 Stunned: The caster is Stunned (see page 106). She subtracts 2 from arcane skill rolls for the rest of the encounter (the penalty remains –2 even if she gets this result again).

    9–10 Overload: The character’s synapses crackle and overload with power. He takes 2d6 damage plus the cost of the power in Power Points, including any Power Modifiers the player declared.

    11 Fatigue: The character suffers Fatigue.

    12 Overcharge: The power draws ambient energy from the air, automatically succeeding against the target with a raise and costing the caster no Power Points!

,
1 = 2 of Clubs
2 = 2 of Diamonds
3 = 2 of Hearts
4 = 2 of Spades
5 = 3 of Clubs
6 = 3 of Diamonds
7 = 3 of Hearts
8 = 3 of Spades
9 = 4 of Clubs
10 = 4 of Diamonds
11 = 4 of Hearts
12 = 4 of Spades
13 = 5 of Clubs
14 = 5 of Diamonds
15 = 5 of Hearts
16 = 5 of Spades
- reroll line for quickness & activation for Calculating -
17 = 6 of Clubs
18 = 6 of Diamonds
19 = 6 of Hearts
20 = 6 of Spades
21 = 7 of Clubs
22 = 7 of Diamonds
23 = 7 of Hearts
24 = 7 of Spades
25 = 8 of Clubs
26 = 8 of Diamonds
27 = 8 of Hearts
28 = 8 of Spades
- reroll line for Hyperion Juicer -
29 = 9 of Clubs
30 = 9 of Diamonds
31 = 9 of Hearts
32 = 9 of Spades
33 = 10 of Clubs
34 = 10 of Diamonds
35 = 10 of Hearts
36 = 10 of Spades
37 = J of Clubs
38 = J of Diamonds
39 = J of Hearts
40 = J of Spades
41 = Q of Clubs
42 = Q of Diamonds
43 = Q of Hearts
44 = Q of Spades
45 = K of Clubs
46 = K of Diamonds
47 = K of Hearts
48 = K of Spades
49 = A of Clubs
50 = A of Diamonds
51 = A of Hearts
52 = A of Spades
53 = Jokers = They are equal
54 = Jokers = They are equal
- If no reroll is being used then there are 2 extra jokers -
55 = Jokers = They are equal
56 = Jokers = They are equal
and of course update your signatures!
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Re: New Game - The Struggle

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Sgt Athena Misane
Seasoned Female Human, MARS Operator

Iconic Framework: MARS Operator
Background: Athena serve in the US Army until the spring of 2099, when her commander disbanded the unit after many losses and the utter disillusionment of the command staff. When Athena left, she took only her uniform, sidearm, tools, and some riot armor with her. She had been involved in some mothballing and long term storage and knew where to find some surplus equipment that didn't need the high tech support facilities their newer gear needed. She rolled out with a functional Bradley IFV with spare parts and tools. Using this, she made her way home, intent on getting her family out of the situation they were in, with monsters closing in all around and demon plagues sweeping through the region.
She'd recently figured out she was beginning to have telepathic and telekinetic displays of power. After some trial and error, she has managed to more or less understand these things, using her heritage as a guide.
With a clan of 15, including her mother and father, uncle, her two brothers, their wives, her two cousins and their husbands, and the 6 kids between them all, she came into Skagit with yet another set of mouths to feed, but with the skills to make herself invaluable, she has helped them get set up. Her current task is setting up a tiny bio-diesel refinery, while her family focuses on hunting and gathering non-food bio-mass for the bio-diesel. Otherwise she is working on other ways of repairing or replacing the infrastructure around town.

Description: A tall (5'10") Sauk (Native American) woman from the region. When not wearing her uniform jumpsuit and body armor, she can often be found in jeans and t-shirts, though she wears quite a bit of leather, a trade her family has historically traded in.

Attributes: Agility d8, Smarts d8, Spirit d8, Strength d6, Vigor d8
Skills: Athletics d6, Boating d4, Common Knowledge d6, Driving d6, Electronics d8, Fighting d6, Hacking d4, Language (American & Sauk) d8, Notice d8, Persuasion d8, Piloting d4, Psionics d8, Repair d8+2, Science d6, Shooting d6, Stealth d6, Survival d6, Thievery d6
Pace: 6; Parry: 5; Toughness:
  • Base: 7
    Armored Jumpsuit Only: 10 (2)
    Armored Jumpsuit and Riot Armor: 17 (7)
Strain: 8/8
Hindrances: Curious, Loyal, Obligation (minor, Maintain the Town's Infrastructure)
Edges: Ace, Arcane Background (Psionics), Brawny, Major Psionic, McGyver, Mr. Fix It, Scrounger, Streetwise
Armor: Armored Jumpsuit (Armor 2, Toughness 1), Huntsman Medium Personal Armor (Armor 5, Toughness 2)
Weapons: Unarmed (Range Melee, Damage Str), Dinosaur Dagger/Knife (Range 3/6/12, Damage Str+d4, ROF 1, AP 2, M.D.C.), Pump Action Shotgun (Range 12/24/48, Damage 1-3d6 [shot] or 2d10 [slug], ROF 1), Survival Knife (Range Melee, Damage Str+d4), NEMA Police Special Laser Pistol (Range 15/30/60, Damage 3d6, ROF 1, AP 2), NEMA Laser Torch (Range Melee, Damage 4d4+4, AP 16, M.D.C.)
Gear: NG-S2 Survival Pack (Contains: 50x Shotgun shell, 50x Shotgun slug, Wooden Cross, Wooden Stakes)
Languages: American & Sauk (native, d8)
Current Wealth: 55 cr
Arcane Background: Psionics (Rifts® TLPG)I.S.P.: 20
  • Powers:
    Boost Trait (2 ISP) [Novice] (Savage Worlds: Adventure Edition p156; Limitations: One Aspect, Self (limited))
    Range: Self
    Duration: 5 (Boost)
    Trapping: Psionic Self Boosting
    Effect: This power allows a character to increase or decrease a target's Trait (attribute or skill). Boosting an ally's Trait increases the selected Trait one die type, or two with a raise, for five rounds. Lowering an enemy's Trait has a Duration of Instant and lowers the selected attribute or skill a die type with success, or two with a raise (to a minimum of d4). A victim automatically tries to shake off the effect with a Spirit roll as a free action at the end of his following turns. Success improves the effect one die type, and a raise removes the effect entirely. Additional castings don't stack on a single Trait (take the highest), but may affect different Traits.
    Modifiers:
    Limitation (Self and One Aspect): Base Cost: 2 ISP -3 ISP. This can be a +1 to the roll per ISP below 1, or modifiers can be added (below)
    Shroud (+1): Shroud dims and slightly obscures the target so that attacks against her suffer a −1 penalty and she adds +1 to her Stealth rolls.
    Hurry (+1): The target Hurried. He might get increased energy, sure footing, or more powerful muscles. His Pace is increased by 2. Effects of the modifier isn’t cumulative.
    ,
    Havoc (2 PPE/ISP) [Novice] (Savage Worlds: Adventure Edition p162)
    Range: Smarts
    Duration: Instant
    Trapping: Telekinetic Explosion
    Effect: This ability creates chaos and mischief for all those within its area of effect, hurling debris and rivals in all directions. With success, the caster places a Medium Blast Template anywhere within Range, or a Cone Template emanating from the caster (see Area Effect Attacks, page 97). Anyone touched by the template is Distracted and must then make a Strength roll (at −2 if the caster got a raise). Those who fail are hurled 2d6″—directly away from the caster if using the Cone Template or directly away from the center if using a Blast Template (the caster chooses for those in the dead center). Victims who strike a hard object (such as a wall) take 2d4 damage (nonlethal unless it's a spiked wall or other more dangerous hazard). Airborne Targets: Flying or airborne targets suffer an additional −2 to their Strength rolls as they have no ground to brace themselves on.
    Modifiers:
    Area Effect (+1): Havoc affects a Large Blast Template.
    Fatigue (+2): Powers that drain or tax an opponent can cause Fatigue. This modifier may be attached to any power that can cause damage or is resisted by the target. If she’s affected by the power in any way, she also suffers Fatigue. This cannot cause Incapacitation, however.
    Glow (+1): Glow gives off soft light of an appropriate color for its Trapping (or caster’s choice). This creates soft light in a Small Blast Template centered on the target, and lasts until the power expires. It subtracts 2 from her Stealth totals and negates 1 point of Illumination penalties for those attacking the glowing character.
    Hinder (+1): The target is slowed in some way, perhaps due to intense cold, a slippery surface, or even binding matter or energy. His base Pace is reduced by 2 until the power expires. Effects of the modifier aren’t cumulative.
    Range (+1/+2): Double the power’s listed Range for 1 PP, or triple it for +2. This modifier may not be used when using the Cone Template.
    Selective (+1): With intense focus, the caster can choose not to affect any or all individual targets within a power’s area of effect (picking all enemies instead of allies in a blast, for example).
    Strong (+1): Strength rolls are made at −2.
    ,
    Smite (1 PPE/ISP) [Novice] (Savage Worlds: Adventure Edition p168),
    Range: Smarts
    Duration: 5
    Trapping: Telekinetic Sheath
    Effect: This power is cast on a weapon of some sort. If it's a ranged weapon, it affects one entire magazine, 20 bolts, shells, or arrows, or one full “load” of ammunition (the GM determines the exact quantity for unusual weapons). While the power is in effect, the weapon's damage is increased by +2, or +4 with a raise.
    Modifiers:
    Limitation (Self): Base Cost: 2 ISP -2 ISP. This can be a +1 to the roll per ISP below 1, or modifiers can be added (below)
    Armor Piercing (+1 to +3): The attack is focused to defeat armor or seeks out a foe’s exposed areas. Each PP spent grants the power AP 2, to a maximum of AP 6.
    Shroud (+1): Shroud dims and slightly obscures the target so that attacks against her suffer a −1 penalty and she adds +1 to her Stealth rolls.
    Hurry (+1): The target Hurried. He might get increased energy, sure footing, or more powerful muscles. His Pace is increased by 2. Effects of the modifier aren’t cumulative.
    ,
    Warrior's Gift (2 PPE/ISP) [Seasoned] (Savage Worlds: Adventure Edition p169-170; Limitations: Self (limited))
    Range: Smarts
    Duration: 5
    Trapping: Psionic Self Boost
    Effect: With a successful arcane skill roll, the recipient gains the benefits of a single Combat Edge chosen by the caster. The caster (not the recipient) must have the same Rank or higher as the Edge's Requirements. With a raise, the recipient gains the Improved version of the Edge (if there is one, and even if he doesn't meet the Rank Requirement).
    Modifiers:
    Limitation (Self): Base Cost: 4 ISP -2 ISP
    Hurry (+1): The target Hurried. He might get increased energy, sure footing, or more powerful muscles. His Pace is increased by 2. Effects of the modifier aren’t cumulative.
    Shroud (+1): Shroud dims and slightly obscures the target so that attacks against her suffer a −1 penalty and she adds +1 to her Stealth rolls.
Special Abilities
Psionics: Power Points: 20; Powers: Boost Trait (Savage Worlds: Adventure Edition p156; Limitations: One Aspect, Self (limited); Skill Bonus: +2), Havoc (Savage Worlds: Adventure Edition p162), Smite (Savage Worlds: Adventure Edition p168; Limitations: Self (limited)), Warrior's Gift (Savage Worlds: Adventure Edition p169-170; Limitations: Self (limited))
Operator Package: Begin with Electronics d6, Repair d8, Boating d4, Driving d4, Piloting d4, the McGyver and Ace Edges, 4 Advances,
Gearhead: Gain a free reroll on all Electronics and Repair checks.
Expanded Powers: Add Smite (Self Only) from the Mind Melter's list (Hero's Journey)


Vehicles
GAW Bradley IFV (Size: 7 (Large); Handling: 0; Toughness: 30 (14); Top Speed: 40mph/65kph; Notes: ECC, MDC Armor, STS, Tracked, Max Range 300 miles)
Weapons
  • Medium Machine Gun (In Turret, 2200 Shots)Medium Machine Gun - Range 30/60/120, Damage 2d8+1, ROF 3, AP 2, M.D.C.
    Refitted 25mm Autocannon (Turret, Range 50/100/200, 3d10 Mega Damage, AP 8, RoF 3, 900 Shots, Imp Stabilizer, Hyperkinetic).
    TOW Missile Launcher (Turret Mount, 2 Shots)TOW Missile Launcher - Range 75/150/300, Damage 5d10, ROF 1, AP 34, M.D.C.
Advances
Novice Advances
Raise Attribute: Vigor
Edge: Streetwise
Raise Skills: Psionics/Electronics
Seasoned Advances
Edge: Major Psionic
Edge: Scrounger
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Current Load (normal/combat): 61.25 / 34 (61)
Books In Use: Savage Worlds: Adventure Edition, Rifts®: Arcana and Mysticism, Rifts®: Blood and Banes, Rifts®: Empires of Humanity, Rifts®: Savage Foes of North America, Rifts®: The Tomorrow Legion Players Guide, Rifts®: Tomorrow Legion Field ManualSetting Rules: Born a Hero includes Powers, Character Frameworks, Cyberware Tab, Rifts® M.D.C., Strain Characteristic (for Cyberware), Super StrengthValidity: Character appears valid and optimal
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Re: New Game - The Struggle

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Nice,
Create the account and I will add you to the posting permissions (not that you need them as a GM).

Please posts characters here: viewforum.php?f=377
  • 2D6 EFFECT
    2 Catastrophe: Something goes terribly wrong. The GM must decide what, but some ideas are a new and permanent Minor Hindrance, the inability to use powers for several days, or an explosion of some sort. The backlash should be thematic if possible. If the hero tampers with dark forces for his abilities, for example, he might become corrupted or summon something sinister into the world. If he’s a weird scientist the device might explode for 3d6 damage in a Medium Blast Template, or he might develop a Quirk, Phobia, or other “madness.”

    3 Backfire: The power succeeds as with a raise but affects a different target with the worst possible results. A bolt hits a random friend, boost Trait increases an enemy’s skill or attribute, etc. If there’s no likely target, he’s Stunned instead. If the power has a Duration other than Instant, it lasts its full term and can only be negated by dispel (the caster can’t voluntarily end it herself).

    4–5 Short Circuit: The power fails but the Power Points allocated to it are spent, along with an additional 1d6 Power Points.

    6–8 Stunned: The caster is Stunned (see page 106). She subtracts 2 from arcane skill rolls for the rest of the encounter (the penalty remains –2 even if she gets this result again).

    9–10 Overload: The character’s synapses crackle and overload with power. He takes 2d6 damage plus the cost of the power in Power Points, including any Power Modifiers the player declared.

    11 Fatigue: The character suffers Fatigue.

    12 Overcharge: The power draws ambient energy from the air, automatically succeeding against the target with a raise and costing the caster no Power Points!

,
1 = 2 of Clubs
2 = 2 of Diamonds
3 = 2 of Hearts
4 = 2 of Spades
5 = 3 of Clubs
6 = 3 of Diamonds
7 = 3 of Hearts
8 = 3 of Spades
9 = 4 of Clubs
10 = 4 of Diamonds
11 = 4 of Hearts
12 = 4 of Spades
13 = 5 of Clubs
14 = 5 of Diamonds
15 = 5 of Hearts
16 = 5 of Spades
- reroll line for quickness & activation for Calculating -
17 = 6 of Clubs
18 = 6 of Diamonds
19 = 6 of Hearts
20 = 6 of Spades
21 = 7 of Clubs
22 = 7 of Diamonds
23 = 7 of Hearts
24 = 7 of Spades
25 = 8 of Clubs
26 = 8 of Diamonds
27 = 8 of Hearts
28 = 8 of Spades
- reroll line for Hyperion Juicer -
29 = 9 of Clubs
30 = 9 of Diamonds
31 = 9 of Hearts
32 = 9 of Spades
33 = 10 of Clubs
34 = 10 of Diamonds
35 = 10 of Hearts
36 = 10 of Spades
37 = J of Clubs
38 = J of Diamonds
39 = J of Hearts
40 = J of Spades
41 = Q of Clubs
42 = Q of Diamonds
43 = Q of Hearts
44 = Q of Spades
45 = K of Clubs
46 = K of Diamonds
47 = K of Hearts
48 = K of Spades
49 = A of Clubs
50 = A of Diamonds
51 = A of Hearts
52 = A of Spades
53 = Jokers = They are equal
54 = Jokers = They are equal
- If no reroll is being used then there are 2 extra jokers -
55 = Jokers = They are equal
56 = Jokers = They are equal
and of course update your signatures!
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Re: New Game - The Struggle

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Ok @Ndreare , question. So does this town exist prior to the end of the world or is it created by some cosmic event where people get hoovered up across time and space and dropped in this valley like one of those cosmic portals that steals one sock from people's dryers? Or is it kind of both?
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Jim Cannon wrote: Sun Sep 19, 2021 8:26 pm Ok @Ndreare , question. So does this town exist prior to the end of the world or is it created by some cosmic event where people get hoovered up across time and space and dropped in this valley like one of those cosmic portals that steals one sock from people's dryers? Or is it kind of both?
The majority of the population of the valley have been here since well before the rifts, being pulled in from the 20th century (1900 through 1999, with most near the middle of that curve). Upon arriving they found they were trapped in a dimensional pocket of the valley and started rebuilding over the last 10-20 years (depending on how long the individual was here) from the ruins of the cities and towns that were here before.

About 3 years ago new beings and monsters started showing up, some of the player characters are from this new wave. Most of these beings have been hostile and dangerous to the people. So the humans have been guarded and protective. The small towns they live in are usually built out of complexes and old structures from before the event, and the people have collected there as they try to survive.

Farmers and other who work outside of the safety of town often retreat into town at the end of the day for safety while they sleep, and children are not normally allowed to roam unsupervised in the woods because of the new dangers.

These are people who a score of brodkil would spell their doom, so the PCs who patrol between the settlements and help people are super important to the unity of the people in the valley as even simple radios often fritz out and fail to work.
  • 2D6 EFFECT
    2 Catastrophe: Something goes terribly wrong. The GM must decide what, but some ideas are a new and permanent Minor Hindrance, the inability to use powers for several days, or an explosion of some sort. The backlash should be thematic if possible. If the hero tampers with dark forces for his abilities, for example, he might become corrupted or summon something sinister into the world. If he’s a weird scientist the device might explode for 3d6 damage in a Medium Blast Template, or he might develop a Quirk, Phobia, or other “madness.”

    3 Backfire: The power succeeds as with a raise but affects a different target with the worst possible results. A bolt hits a random friend, boost Trait increases an enemy’s skill or attribute, etc. If there’s no likely target, he’s Stunned instead. If the power has a Duration other than Instant, it lasts its full term and can only be negated by dispel (the caster can’t voluntarily end it herself).

    4–5 Short Circuit: The power fails but the Power Points allocated to it are spent, along with an additional 1d6 Power Points.

    6–8 Stunned: The caster is Stunned (see page 106). She subtracts 2 from arcane skill rolls for the rest of the encounter (the penalty remains –2 even if she gets this result again).

    9–10 Overload: The character’s synapses crackle and overload with power. He takes 2d6 damage plus the cost of the power in Power Points, including any Power Modifiers the player declared.

    11 Fatigue: The character suffers Fatigue.

    12 Overcharge: The power draws ambient energy from the air, automatically succeeding against the target with a raise and costing the caster no Power Points!

,
1 = 2 of Clubs
2 = 2 of Diamonds
3 = 2 of Hearts
4 = 2 of Spades
5 = 3 of Clubs
6 = 3 of Diamonds
7 = 3 of Hearts
8 = 3 of Spades
9 = 4 of Clubs
10 = 4 of Diamonds
11 = 4 of Hearts
12 = 4 of Spades
13 = 5 of Clubs
14 = 5 of Diamonds
15 = 5 of Hearts
16 = 5 of Spades
- reroll line for quickness & activation for Calculating -
17 = 6 of Clubs
18 = 6 of Diamonds
19 = 6 of Hearts
20 = 6 of Spades
21 = 7 of Clubs
22 = 7 of Diamonds
23 = 7 of Hearts
24 = 7 of Spades
25 = 8 of Clubs
26 = 8 of Diamonds
27 = 8 of Hearts
28 = 8 of Spades
- reroll line for Hyperion Juicer -
29 = 9 of Clubs
30 = 9 of Diamonds
31 = 9 of Hearts
32 = 9 of Spades
33 = 10 of Clubs
34 = 10 of Diamonds
35 = 10 of Hearts
36 = 10 of Spades
37 = J of Clubs
38 = J of Diamonds
39 = J of Hearts
40 = J of Spades
41 = Q of Clubs
42 = Q of Diamonds
43 = Q of Hearts
44 = Q of Spades
45 = K of Clubs
46 = K of Diamonds
47 = K of Hearts
48 = K of Spades
49 = A of Clubs
50 = A of Diamonds
51 = A of Hearts
52 = A of Spades
53 = Jokers = They are equal
54 = Jokers = They are equal
- If no reroll is being used then there are 2 extra jokers -
55 = Jokers = They are equal
56 = Jokers = They are equal
and of course update your signatures!
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Re: New Game - The Struggle

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@Ndreare So if you look at Patrick's and mine's backstory we kind of just show up in the town right around the beginning of the coming of the Rifts in early 2099. Is this feasible or are we making a hash of it?

It seems like you are saying the town is completely populated by those displaced from across time OR the new arrivals that arrive the old fashioned way but are from the current Rifts Earth.

If I want to be one of the original human settlers that were pulled in what would be the nature of my arrival there?

Thanks.
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Jim Cannon wrote: Mon Sep 20, 2021 4:55 pm @Ndreare So if you look at Patrick's and mine's backstory we kind of just show up in the town right around the beginning of the coming of the Rifts in early 2099. Is this feasible or are we making a hash of it?

It seems like you are saying the town is completely populated by those displaced from across time OR the new arrivals that arrive the old fashioned way but are from the current Rifts Earth.

If I want to be one of the original human settlers that were pulled in what would be the nature of my arrival there?

Thanks.
So I have not reviewed character yet, but the valley was not on Rifts earth for 300 years. So you would either be from the 20th century (1900 through 1999) or came to valley in the last 3 years.

I thought when I chatted with @High Command he was saying he came in right at the beginning of that 3 year point as a seasoned veteran from a pre-rifts society.
  • 2D6 EFFECT
    2 Catastrophe: Something goes terribly wrong. The GM must decide what, but some ideas are a new and permanent Minor Hindrance, the inability to use powers for several days, or an explosion of some sort. The backlash should be thematic if possible. If the hero tampers with dark forces for his abilities, for example, he might become corrupted or summon something sinister into the world. If he’s a weird scientist the device might explode for 3d6 damage in a Medium Blast Template, or he might develop a Quirk, Phobia, or other “madness.”

    3 Backfire: The power succeeds as with a raise but affects a different target with the worst possible results. A bolt hits a random friend, boost Trait increases an enemy’s skill or attribute, etc. If there’s no likely target, he’s Stunned instead. If the power has a Duration other than Instant, it lasts its full term and can only be negated by dispel (the caster can’t voluntarily end it herself).

    4–5 Short Circuit: The power fails but the Power Points allocated to it are spent, along with an additional 1d6 Power Points.

    6–8 Stunned: The caster is Stunned (see page 106). She subtracts 2 from arcane skill rolls for the rest of the encounter (the penalty remains –2 even if she gets this result again).

    9–10 Overload: The character’s synapses crackle and overload with power. He takes 2d6 damage plus the cost of the power in Power Points, including any Power Modifiers the player declared.

    11 Fatigue: The character suffers Fatigue.

    12 Overcharge: The power draws ambient energy from the air, automatically succeeding against the target with a raise and costing the caster no Power Points!

,
1 = 2 of Clubs
2 = 2 of Diamonds
3 = 2 of Hearts
4 = 2 of Spades
5 = 3 of Clubs
6 = 3 of Diamonds
7 = 3 of Hearts
8 = 3 of Spades
9 = 4 of Clubs
10 = 4 of Diamonds
11 = 4 of Hearts
12 = 4 of Spades
13 = 5 of Clubs
14 = 5 of Diamonds
15 = 5 of Hearts
16 = 5 of Spades
- reroll line for quickness & activation for Calculating -
17 = 6 of Clubs
18 = 6 of Diamonds
19 = 6 of Hearts
20 = 6 of Spades
21 = 7 of Clubs
22 = 7 of Diamonds
23 = 7 of Hearts
24 = 7 of Spades
25 = 8 of Clubs
26 = 8 of Diamonds
27 = 8 of Hearts
28 = 8 of Spades
- reroll line for Hyperion Juicer -
29 = 9 of Clubs
30 = 9 of Diamonds
31 = 9 of Hearts
32 = 9 of Spades
33 = 10 of Clubs
34 = 10 of Diamonds
35 = 10 of Hearts
36 = 10 of Spades
37 = J of Clubs
38 = J of Diamonds
39 = J of Hearts
40 = J of Spades
41 = Q of Clubs
42 = Q of Diamonds
43 = Q of Hearts
44 = Q of Spades
45 = K of Clubs
46 = K of Diamonds
47 = K of Hearts
48 = K of Spades
49 = A of Clubs
50 = A of Diamonds
51 = A of Hearts
52 = A of Spades
53 = Jokers = They are equal
54 = Jokers = They are equal
- If no reroll is being used then there are 2 extra jokers -
55 = Jokers = They are equal
56 = Jokers = They are equal
and of course update your signatures!
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@Ndreare So when you get a chance to review characters just let me know what sort of changes to make. I don't think it should be too big a deal. I believe we were under the impression (I was at least) the town kind of got time warped from the time of the coming of the Rifts to Rifts Earth. I can always just reset my backstory a hundred years to 1998 rather than 2098. @High Command would need to do that too I think.
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When you said we could come from alternate times, I mentioned coming from Chaos Earth - basically months after the cataclysm itself. I figured Jim and I both wandered in shortly after the dimensional/time bubbles went up. My understanding is basically this entire valley is effectively in a dimensional pocket with access from the places/times its linked to. I would need to seriously redo my character (gear and background mostly) for 20th century
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High Command wrote: Tue Sep 21, 2021 11:39 am When you said we could come from alternate times, I mentioned coming from Chaos Earth - basically months after the cataclysm itself. I figured Jim and I both wandered in shortly after the dimensional/time bubbles went up. My understanding is basically this entire valley is effectively in a dimensional pocket with access from the places/times its linked to. I would need to seriously redo my character (gear and background mostly) for 20th century
?
Why is that? On the 16th you said you could work with it in Discord.

Patrick (High Command) — 09/16/2021
- So no times after 1999?
- That kills my intended usage, hmm.
Rob Towell (Ndreare) — 09/16/2021
- Not the originals, no.
Patrick (High Command) — 09/16/2021
- Ok, so with my family arriving with me, I’m still in business then


I should be able to read the posted characters tonight and if we need to we can make some adjustments to the premise. I am not trying to railroad anything (well except the low powered premise) so I can likely make some adjustments if the characters need me to within reason.
  • 2D6 EFFECT
    2 Catastrophe: Something goes terribly wrong. The GM must decide what, but some ideas are a new and permanent Minor Hindrance, the inability to use powers for several days, or an explosion of some sort. The backlash should be thematic if possible. If the hero tampers with dark forces for his abilities, for example, he might become corrupted or summon something sinister into the world. If he’s a weird scientist the device might explode for 3d6 damage in a Medium Blast Template, or he might develop a Quirk, Phobia, or other “madness.”

    3 Backfire: The power succeeds as with a raise but affects a different target with the worst possible results. A bolt hits a random friend, boost Trait increases an enemy’s skill or attribute, etc. If there’s no likely target, he’s Stunned instead. If the power has a Duration other than Instant, it lasts its full term and can only be negated by dispel (the caster can’t voluntarily end it herself).

    4–5 Short Circuit: The power fails but the Power Points allocated to it are spent, along with an additional 1d6 Power Points.

    6–8 Stunned: The caster is Stunned (see page 106). She subtracts 2 from arcane skill rolls for the rest of the encounter (the penalty remains –2 even if she gets this result again).

    9–10 Overload: The character’s synapses crackle and overload with power. He takes 2d6 damage plus the cost of the power in Power Points, including any Power Modifiers the player declared.

    11 Fatigue: The character suffers Fatigue.

    12 Overcharge: The power draws ambient energy from the air, automatically succeeding against the target with a raise and costing the caster no Power Points!

,
1 = 2 of Clubs
2 = 2 of Diamonds
3 = 2 of Hearts
4 = 2 of Spades
5 = 3 of Clubs
6 = 3 of Diamonds
7 = 3 of Hearts
8 = 3 of Spades
9 = 4 of Clubs
10 = 4 of Diamonds
11 = 4 of Hearts
12 = 4 of Spades
13 = 5 of Clubs
14 = 5 of Diamonds
15 = 5 of Hearts
16 = 5 of Spades
- reroll line for quickness & activation for Calculating -
17 = 6 of Clubs
18 = 6 of Diamonds
19 = 6 of Hearts
20 = 6 of Spades
21 = 7 of Clubs
22 = 7 of Diamonds
23 = 7 of Hearts
24 = 7 of Spades
25 = 8 of Clubs
26 = 8 of Diamonds
27 = 8 of Hearts
28 = 8 of Spades
- reroll line for Hyperion Juicer -
29 = 9 of Clubs
30 = 9 of Diamonds
31 = 9 of Hearts
32 = 9 of Spades
33 = 10 of Clubs
34 = 10 of Diamonds
35 = 10 of Hearts
36 = 10 of Spades
37 = J of Clubs
38 = J of Diamonds
39 = J of Hearts
40 = J of Spades
41 = Q of Clubs
42 = Q of Diamonds
43 = Q of Hearts
44 = Q of Spades
45 = K of Clubs
46 = K of Diamonds
47 = K of Hearts
48 = K of Spades
49 = A of Clubs
50 = A of Diamonds
51 = A of Hearts
52 = A of Spades
53 = Jokers = They are equal
54 = Jokers = They are equal
- If no reroll is being used then there are 2 extra jokers -
55 = Jokers = They are equal
56 = Jokers = They are equal
and of course update your signatures!
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I said I could work with it when I thought the incoming timeline was maleable, as opposed to binary: either Rifts Earth or the 20th century past. My entire background and concept keys off the events of the Cataclysm (Chaos Earth) and being able to scavenge in a way that would be unacceptable for any soldier.

I can work something else out, but it would also require a complete change of vehicle, weapon, non-game mechanics concept and background. I'm not opposed, but it is an extra step I didn't think I had to make
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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.
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Some timeline details. (I will edit these into the recruitment post above.)
  • The Valley was pulled into a pocket dimension before the arrival of the rifts.
  • For about 3 centuries there were no beings with sentience.
  • About 10 or 20 years ago people started getting pulled into the valley. Only a few at first, but while families at other times.
  • The people pulled in were all from the 20th century. Many of them related to the friends and loved ones of others pulled in.
  • About three years ago at the spring equinox something changed again. Monsters, demons and stange others started finding their way into the valley.
  • Your characters are the ones able to work as a mobile patrol between the settlements and able to protect and save the others.
  • 2D6 EFFECT
    2 Catastrophe: Something goes terribly wrong. The GM must decide what, but some ideas are a new and permanent Minor Hindrance, the inability to use powers for several days, or an explosion of some sort. The backlash should be thematic if possible. If the hero tampers with dark forces for his abilities, for example, he might become corrupted or summon something sinister into the world. If he’s a weird scientist the device might explode for 3d6 damage in a Medium Blast Template, or he might develop a Quirk, Phobia, or other “madness.”

    3 Backfire: The power succeeds as with a raise but affects a different target with the worst possible results. A bolt hits a random friend, boost Trait increases an enemy’s skill or attribute, etc. If there’s no likely target, he’s Stunned instead. If the power has a Duration other than Instant, it lasts its full term and can only be negated by dispel (the caster can’t voluntarily end it herself).

    4–5 Short Circuit: The power fails but the Power Points allocated to it are spent, along with an additional 1d6 Power Points.

    6–8 Stunned: The caster is Stunned (see page 106). She subtracts 2 from arcane skill rolls for the rest of the encounter (the penalty remains –2 even if she gets this result again).

    9–10 Overload: The character’s synapses crackle and overload with power. He takes 2d6 damage plus the cost of the power in Power Points, including any Power Modifiers the player declared.

    11 Fatigue: The character suffers Fatigue.

    12 Overcharge: The power draws ambient energy from the air, automatically succeeding against the target with a raise and costing the caster no Power Points!

,
1 = 2 of Clubs
2 = 2 of Diamonds
3 = 2 of Hearts
4 = 2 of Spades
5 = 3 of Clubs
6 = 3 of Diamonds
7 = 3 of Hearts
8 = 3 of Spades
9 = 4 of Clubs
10 = 4 of Diamonds
11 = 4 of Hearts
12 = 4 of Spades
13 = 5 of Clubs
14 = 5 of Diamonds
15 = 5 of Hearts
16 = 5 of Spades
- reroll line for quickness & activation for Calculating -
17 = 6 of Clubs
18 = 6 of Diamonds
19 = 6 of Hearts
20 = 6 of Spades
21 = 7 of Clubs
22 = 7 of Diamonds
23 = 7 of Hearts
24 = 7 of Spades
25 = 8 of Clubs
26 = 8 of Diamonds
27 = 8 of Hearts
28 = 8 of Spades
- reroll line for Hyperion Juicer -
29 = 9 of Clubs
30 = 9 of Diamonds
31 = 9 of Hearts
32 = 9 of Spades
33 = 10 of Clubs
34 = 10 of Diamonds
35 = 10 of Hearts
36 = 10 of Spades
37 = J of Clubs
38 = J of Diamonds
39 = J of Hearts
40 = J of Spades
41 = Q of Clubs
42 = Q of Diamonds
43 = Q of Hearts
44 = Q of Spades
45 = K of Clubs
46 = K of Diamonds
47 = K of Hearts
48 = K of Spades
49 = A of Clubs
50 = A of Diamonds
51 = A of Hearts
52 = A of Spades
53 = Jokers = They are equal
54 = Jokers = They are equal
- If no reroll is being used then there are 2 extra jokers -
55 = Jokers = They are equal
56 = Jokers = They are equal
and of course update your signatures!
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Looks like we have 6 characters posted.

I can start the first post as soon as All the characters are posted. I started a background thread for reference, and asked Venatus Vinco to help me make sure it us coherent.

Any ETA on the last 2 characters?
  • 2D6 EFFECT
    2 Catastrophe: Something goes terribly wrong. The GM must decide what, but some ideas are a new and permanent Minor Hindrance, the inability to use powers for several days, or an explosion of some sort. The backlash should be thematic if possible. If the hero tampers with dark forces for his abilities, for example, he might become corrupted or summon something sinister into the world. If he’s a weird scientist the device might explode for 3d6 damage in a Medium Blast Template, or he might develop a Quirk, Phobia, or other “madness.”

    3 Backfire: The power succeeds as with a raise but affects a different target with the worst possible results. A bolt hits a random friend, boost Trait increases an enemy’s skill or attribute, etc. If there’s no likely target, he’s Stunned instead. If the power has a Duration other than Instant, it lasts its full term and can only be negated by dispel (the caster can’t voluntarily end it herself).

    4–5 Short Circuit: The power fails but the Power Points allocated to it are spent, along with an additional 1d6 Power Points.

    6–8 Stunned: The caster is Stunned (see page 106). She subtracts 2 from arcane skill rolls for the rest of the encounter (the penalty remains –2 even if she gets this result again).

    9–10 Overload: The character’s synapses crackle and overload with power. He takes 2d6 damage plus the cost of the power in Power Points, including any Power Modifiers the player declared.

    11 Fatigue: The character suffers Fatigue.

    12 Overcharge: The power draws ambient energy from the air, automatically succeeding against the target with a raise and costing the caster no Power Points!

,
1 = 2 of Clubs
2 = 2 of Diamonds
3 = 2 of Hearts
4 = 2 of Spades
5 = 3 of Clubs
6 = 3 of Diamonds
7 = 3 of Hearts
8 = 3 of Spades
9 = 4 of Clubs
10 = 4 of Diamonds
11 = 4 of Hearts
12 = 4 of Spades
13 = 5 of Clubs
14 = 5 of Diamonds
15 = 5 of Hearts
16 = 5 of Spades
- reroll line for quickness & activation for Calculating -
17 = 6 of Clubs
18 = 6 of Diamonds
19 = 6 of Hearts
20 = 6 of Spades
21 = 7 of Clubs
22 = 7 of Diamonds
23 = 7 of Hearts
24 = 7 of Spades
25 = 8 of Clubs
26 = 8 of Diamonds
27 = 8 of Hearts
28 = 8 of Spades
- reroll line for Hyperion Juicer -
29 = 9 of Clubs
30 = 9 of Diamonds
31 = 9 of Hearts
32 = 9 of Spades
33 = 10 of Clubs
34 = 10 of Diamonds
35 = 10 of Hearts
36 = 10 of Spades
37 = J of Clubs
38 = J of Diamonds
39 = J of Hearts
40 = J of Spades
41 = Q of Clubs
42 = Q of Diamonds
43 = Q of Hearts
44 = Q of Spades
45 = K of Clubs
46 = K of Diamonds
47 = K of Hearts
48 = K of Spades
49 = A of Clubs
50 = A of Diamonds
51 = A of Hearts
52 = A of Spades
53 = Jokers = They are equal
54 = Jokers = They are equal
- If no reroll is being used then there are 2 extra jokers -
55 = Jokers = They are equal
56 = Jokers = They are equal
and of course update your signatures!
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Nardal Longwalker
Novice Indeterminate Fennodi, Mystic

Iconic Framework: Mystic
Description
Nardal Longwalker earned his name traveling among the Fennodi communities of the New West, preaching peace and helping where ever he could. After many years of travels, he was trapped by a CS expeditionary force and dove through a Rift as his only option for escape. On the other side, he found the town of Skagit, and determined to aid its inhabitants in any way he could.


Attributes: Agility d6-1, Smarts d10, Spirit d8, Strength d4-1, Vigor d6-1
Skills: Academics d6, Athletics d4, Common Knowledge d4, Faith d8, Healing d6, Language (English) d8, Notice d4+2, Occult d6, Performance d6, Persuasion d8, Psionics d8, Riding d6, Stealth d6, Survival d6
Pace: 5; Parry: 3; Toughness: 10 (4)
Hindrances: All Thumbs, Elderly, Mild Mannered, Pacifist (major)
Edges: Alertness, Danger Sense, Major Psionic, Master of Magic, New Powers (Shape Change, Entangle), Power Points, Work the Room
Armor: Adventure Survival Armor (TW) (Armor 4), Polymer Shield, small (+1 Parry)
Weapons: Unarmed (Range Melee, Damage Str), Survival Knife (Range Melee, Damage Str+d4), Wooden Stakes (Range Melee, Damage Str+d4)
Gear: NG-S2 Survival Pack, Wooden Cross
Languages: English, English (native, d8)
Current Wealth: $1,600
Arcane Background: Miracles (Rifts® TLPG)PPE: 15Powers: Arcane Protection (Savage Worlds: Adventure Edition p148), Confusion (Savage Worlds: Adventure Edition p157), Deflection (Savage Worlds: Adventure Edition p157-158), Entangle (Savage Worlds: Adventure Edition p161), Shape Change (Savage Worlds: Adventure Edition p167)Arcane Background: Psionics (Rifts® TLPG)I.S.P.: 20Powers: Detect/Conceal Arcana (Savage Worlds: Adventure Edition p158; Limitations: Self (limited); Skill Bonus: +1), Healing (Savage Worlds: Adventure Edition p162), Intangibility (Savage Worlds: Adventure Edition p163; Limitations: Self (limited)), Mind Link (Savage Worlds: Adventure Edition p164-165), Protection (Savage Worlds: Adventure Edition p165-166; Limitations: Self (limited); Skill Bonus: +2), Relief (Savage Worlds: Adventure Edition p166)
Special Abilities
Alien Physiology: Fennodi are quite alien, giving those unfamiliar with their biology a −2 penalty to Healing and cybernetics checks. Juicer and Crazy augmentations don’t work for this race. Compatible medical supplies/ services and cybernetics cost quadruple the listed price.

D-Bee (Major): The initial Reactions to Fennodi typically start at Unfriendly, or Hostile for human supremacists. Those with an Unfriendly or lower Reaction will refuse to sell wares or provide services such as healing, repairs, etc. Failed social checks with Hostile parties often result in violence.

Infravision: Fennodi halve Illumination penalties for targets radiating warmth.

Issues With Cold: The Fennodi prefer the New West’s prairies and deserts for a reason, suffering −4 to resist Cold Hazards, and +4 damage from cold- based attacks.

Natural Psionics: Fennodi begin with Arcane Background (Psionics) and the following three powers: intangibility*, protection*, and mind link. If a Fennodi chooses a framework providing Arcane Background (Psionics) he follows all the normal rules except three of his starting powers are the ones listed above (even if not normally allowed to that Framework). The Fennodi gains two additional power to his starting total (e.g., a Fennodi Burster starts with five powers, a Mind Melter with seven).

Spiritual: Fennodi begin with d6 Spirit and increase their Trait maximum accordingly.

Visual Acuity: The Fennodi’s wider range of vision provides +2 to sight-based Notice checks.

Miracles: Power Points: 15; Powers: Arcane Protection (Savage Worlds: Adventure Edition p148), Confusion (Savage Worlds: Adventure Edition p157), Deflection (Savage Worlds: Adventure Edition p157-158), Entangle (Savage Worlds: Adventure Edition p161), Shape Change (Savage Worlds: Adventure Edition p167)
Power Activators: Magic users must be able to gesture and speak to cast spells.
Psionics: Power Points: 20; Powers: Detect/Conceal Arcana (Savage Worlds: Adventure Edition p158; Limitations: Self (limited); Skill Bonus: +1), Healing (Savage Worlds: Adventure Edition p162), Intangibility (Savage Worlds: Adventure Edition p163; Limitations: Self (limited)), Mind Link (Savage Worlds: Adventure Edition p164-165), Protection (Savage Worlds: Adventure Edition p165-166; Limitations: Self (limited); Skill Bonus: +2), Relief (Savage Worlds: Adventure Edition p166)
Arcane Background (Miracles): Begin with Arcane Background (Miracles) choosing three powers, the Master of Magic and Power Points (PPE) Edges, as well as a d6 Faith skill. Mystics begin with 15 PPE (10 PPE base, plus 5 from Power Points).
Arcane Background (Psionics): Mystics are psionics and begin with Arcane Background (Psionics) and Major Psionic, choosing three powers from the list above, as well as a d6 Psionics skill and 20 ISP (10 ISP base, doubled by Major Psionic).
Cosmic Confluence: Can exchange their ISP and PPE as needed as a free action. Power Points shifted like this must be used when they are exchanged; they cannot be shifted and then simply stored.
Mystic Senses: Start with Alertness (applies to Spiritual Awareness) and Danger Sense Edges.
Spiritual Awareness: Gain detect/conceal arcana as an Innate Ability with the Range (Self) and Aspect limitations. Sense supernatural, evil, ethereal, and energy beings, and any beings using invisibility within line of sight with Notice.
Spiritual Channel: Can use the divination power without using ISP or PPE. Make a Vigor roll to resist gaining a level of Fatigue. Each subsequent use of the power imposes a cumulative −1 penalty on the Vigor check until he gets a full night’s rest (eight hours). It is possible for a Mystic to Incapacitate himself with this ability. Fatigue levels gained from Spiritual Channel can only be recovered with eight hours of rest (relief cannot restore).
Arcane Duality: Mystics can take the Power Points Edge twice per Rank but only to gain PPE with one use and ISP with the other.
Cybernetics: Mystics suffer the same penalties from cybernetics as any other arcane character (−1 to both Faith and Psionics skills per point of Strain).
Enemies: Mystics are equally hated and reviled in the Coalition and the True Federation of Magic.
Higher Standard: For no added benefit, a Mystic must take a Hindrance representing his spiritual path and cosmological belief system such as Code of Honor, Major Pacifist, or Major Vow (the Vow must be “good” per GM’s approval). If the Mystic violates his chosen Hindrance in a minor way, give the character a −2 to his Faith rolls for one week. A Major abrogation of his Hindrance robs him of all miracle powers for one week.


Advances
Novice Advances
Edge: New Powers (Shape Change, Entangle)
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Current Load (normal/combat): 29.25 / 9.25 (21)
Books In Use: Savage Worlds: Adventure Edition, Rifts®: Arcana and Mysticism, Rifts®: Blood and Banes, Rifts®: Empires of Humanity, Rifts®: Savage Foes of North America, Rifts®: The Tomorrow Legion Players Guide, Rifts®: Tomorrow Legion Field ManualSetting Rules: Character Frameworks, Rifts® M.D.C.Validity: Character appears valid and optimal
Rad
Character Name: Miles "RAD" Radoslav
Parry:8/7, Toughness: 13/5
ISP:
10 /10
Wounds: 0
Fatigue: 0

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Re: New Game - The Struggle

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What is your Discord name @Nardal Longwalker?
  • 2D6 EFFECT
    2 Catastrophe: Something goes terribly wrong. The GM must decide what, but some ideas are a new and permanent Minor Hindrance, the inability to use powers for several days, or an explosion of some sort. The backlash should be thematic if possible. If the hero tampers with dark forces for his abilities, for example, he might become corrupted or summon something sinister into the world. If he’s a weird scientist the device might explode for 3d6 damage in a Medium Blast Template, or he might develop a Quirk, Phobia, or other “madness.”

    3 Backfire: The power succeeds as with a raise but affects a different target with the worst possible results. A bolt hits a random friend, boost Trait increases an enemy’s skill or attribute, etc. If there’s no likely target, he’s Stunned instead. If the power has a Duration other than Instant, it lasts its full term and can only be negated by dispel (the caster can’t voluntarily end it herself).

    4–5 Short Circuit: The power fails but the Power Points allocated to it are spent, along with an additional 1d6 Power Points.

    6–8 Stunned: The caster is Stunned (see page 106). She subtracts 2 from arcane skill rolls for the rest of the encounter (the penalty remains –2 even if she gets this result again).

    9–10 Overload: The character’s synapses crackle and overload with power. He takes 2d6 damage plus the cost of the power in Power Points, including any Power Modifiers the player declared.

    11 Fatigue: The character suffers Fatigue.

    12 Overcharge: The power draws ambient energy from the air, automatically succeeding against the target with a raise and costing the caster no Power Points!

,
1 = 2 of Clubs
2 = 2 of Diamonds
3 = 2 of Hearts
4 = 2 of Spades
5 = 3 of Clubs
6 = 3 of Diamonds
7 = 3 of Hearts
8 = 3 of Spades
9 = 4 of Clubs
10 = 4 of Diamonds
11 = 4 of Hearts
12 = 4 of Spades
13 = 5 of Clubs
14 = 5 of Diamonds
15 = 5 of Hearts
16 = 5 of Spades
- reroll line for quickness & activation for Calculating -
17 = 6 of Clubs
18 = 6 of Diamonds
19 = 6 of Hearts
20 = 6 of Spades
21 = 7 of Clubs
22 = 7 of Diamonds
23 = 7 of Hearts
24 = 7 of Spades
25 = 8 of Clubs
26 = 8 of Diamonds
27 = 8 of Hearts
28 = 8 of Spades
- reroll line for Hyperion Juicer -
29 = 9 of Clubs
30 = 9 of Diamonds
31 = 9 of Hearts
32 = 9 of Spades
33 = 10 of Clubs
34 = 10 of Diamonds
35 = 10 of Hearts
36 = 10 of Spades
37 = J of Clubs
38 = J of Diamonds
39 = J of Hearts
40 = J of Spades
41 = Q of Clubs
42 = Q of Diamonds
43 = Q of Hearts
44 = Q of Spades
45 = K of Clubs
46 = K of Diamonds
47 = K of Hearts
48 = K of Spades
49 = A of Clubs
50 = A of Diamonds
51 = A of Hearts
52 = A of Spades
53 = Jokers = They are equal
54 = Jokers = They are equal
- If no reroll is being used then there are 2 extra jokers -
55 = Jokers = They are equal
56 = Jokers = They are equal
and of course update your signatures!
"Possible and practical are two comrades who rarely see eye to eye."
Rob Towell
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Re: New Game - The Struggle

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Ndreare wrote: Mon Oct 11, 2021 9:02 am What is your Discord name @Nardal Longwalker?
Also could you please post the character in the following link as a separate thread? Each character goes in as its own thread then I copy them out to my archive.

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  • 2D6 EFFECT
    2 Catastrophe: Something goes terribly wrong. The GM must decide what, but some ideas are a new and permanent Minor Hindrance, the inability to use powers for several days, or an explosion of some sort. The backlash should be thematic if possible. If the hero tampers with dark forces for his abilities, for example, he might become corrupted or summon something sinister into the world. If he’s a weird scientist the device might explode for 3d6 damage in a Medium Blast Template, or he might develop a Quirk, Phobia, or other “madness.”

    3 Backfire: The power succeeds as with a raise but affects a different target with the worst possible results. A bolt hits a random friend, boost Trait increases an enemy’s skill or attribute, etc. If there’s no likely target, he’s Stunned instead. If the power has a Duration other than Instant, it lasts its full term and can only be negated by dispel (the caster can’t voluntarily end it herself).

    4–5 Short Circuit: The power fails but the Power Points allocated to it are spent, along with an additional 1d6 Power Points.

    6–8 Stunned: The caster is Stunned (see page 106). She subtracts 2 from arcane skill rolls for the rest of the encounter (the penalty remains –2 even if she gets this result again).

    9–10 Overload: The character’s synapses crackle and overload with power. He takes 2d6 damage plus the cost of the power in Power Points, including any Power Modifiers the player declared.

    11 Fatigue: The character suffers Fatigue.

    12 Overcharge: The power draws ambient energy from the air, automatically succeeding against the target with a raise and costing the caster no Power Points!

,
1 = 2 of Clubs
2 = 2 of Diamonds
3 = 2 of Hearts
4 = 2 of Spades
5 = 3 of Clubs
6 = 3 of Diamonds
7 = 3 of Hearts
8 = 3 of Spades
9 = 4 of Clubs
10 = 4 of Diamonds
11 = 4 of Hearts
12 = 4 of Spades
13 = 5 of Clubs
14 = 5 of Diamonds
15 = 5 of Hearts
16 = 5 of Spades
- reroll line for quickness & activation for Calculating -
17 = 6 of Clubs
18 = 6 of Diamonds
19 = 6 of Hearts
20 = 6 of Spades
21 = 7 of Clubs
22 = 7 of Diamonds
23 = 7 of Hearts
24 = 7 of Spades
25 = 8 of Clubs
26 = 8 of Diamonds
27 = 8 of Hearts
28 = 8 of Spades
- reroll line for Hyperion Juicer -
29 = 9 of Clubs
30 = 9 of Diamonds
31 = 9 of Hearts
32 = 9 of Spades
33 = 10 of Clubs
34 = 10 of Diamonds
35 = 10 of Hearts
36 = 10 of Spades
37 = J of Clubs
38 = J of Diamonds
39 = J of Hearts
40 = J of Spades
41 = Q of Clubs
42 = Q of Diamonds
43 = Q of Hearts
44 = Q of Spades
45 = K of Clubs
46 = K of Diamonds
47 = K of Hearts
48 = K of Spades
49 = A of Clubs
50 = A of Diamonds
51 = A of Hearts
52 = A of Spades
53 = Jokers = They are equal
54 = Jokers = They are equal
- If no reroll is being used then there are 2 extra jokers -
55 = Jokers = They are equal
56 = Jokers = They are equal
and of course update your signatures!
"Possible and practical are two comrades who rarely see eye to eye."
Rob Towell
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