Posts made by Ganymede

@Coin said:

Explaining my rationale a little, there are a few reasons why I chose this method: 1) the one @Arkandel mentioned above; 2) I prefer people gain experience actively, even if it's a lot, to passive; 3) and the limit is mostly to have an idea of where the ceiling is, you know? I need to know, as the game runner, just how high people can be at any given time.

Your rationale reflects a bias towards players with a lot of time to actively RP without consideration of what the player brings to the game. In kind words, I find this rationale narrow-minded and short-sighted.

You really need to re-think how you treat XP, and not adopt policies which essentially cripple players for reasonably handling RL obligations.

@HelloRaptor

I don't drink blood, per se, but I'm totally the Prince of Darkness, per se.

@Glitch

That worked! Thank you!

Now, to work on the rest. More later!

@Glitch

If I run into problems, I'll let you know? Right now, I'm wondering why my newly-registered domain name is still unreachable. I'll bet it takes time to process and shit.

@Glitch

I will admit to being illiterate in these matters. But I followed the first couple of steps, and am tinkering/learning my way into making what I paid for useful. Given time, I'm sure things will be fine -- and, yes, I want to learn so that I'm not so much of a fucking moron.

@Glitch

Question 1: I have a Wiki at http://104.236.219.143. I have a domain name of atfmux.com. Not sure how to make sure that the domain name leads one to the wiki location. At least, I can't figure out how to do it.

@ThatOneDude @Glitch @Admiral

I'm leaning towards allowing limited Mortal+ things. All will be outlined in a handy manual I'm putting together.

My first goal, though, is to get the game set up. And then, I'm forcing myself to learn how to handle code I borrow from others, so that I don't need to bug them constantly to maintain it. I intend to adapt some code for my own purposes too, but I haven't been able to locate a coder yet willing to assist on a more full-time basis.

Still, though: no harm in trying to get started.

Although I haven't tried the instructions yet, I am so thankful for them that I will make it rain on you if we ever meet.

@Wizz

After discussing with Bennie, I'm leaning towards Mortals, period. Maybe we'll start with Mortal+ powers, maybe not. Maybe we'll start with Endowments or Gutter Magic, maybe not. Haven't really thought all the way through; I'm occupied with coming up with system and proposed code to handle property and resource management.

@Misadventure said:

You can write on a digital surface, which bypasses the use of paper until needed, and lets one develop their hand writing.

Three words for you: "Eat up, Martha."

@Glitch

I want my kids to have basic hand-writing skills because it's considered proper in my circles -- and from a recruiting and etiquette standpoint -- to send hand-written notes of thanks for various occasions.

I want my kids to have basic hand-writing skills because, in locations where one does not have a computer, being able to communicate by written note is essential. This includes many non-office venues, like farming, construction, maintenance, etc. Many doctor's offices still rely on a physician's hand-written notes, despite calls for -- and regulations requiring -- the digitization of such things. Those physicians simply prefer scanning the information in after the fact, rather than input into a computer.

And, let me tell you, those fuckers can't hand-write worth shit.

So, no, I'm not being false, nor is my statement false. My opinion may be wrong, but it is equally grounded in experience.

@Glitch

No, that's how shit's done in real life.

People still do a lot on paper by hand. Architects. Engineers. Drafters. Surveyors. Politicians. You name it. You probably do it. And you will never convince me that working out mathematical problems is easier with a computer (absent the use of calculation programs).

Computers are tools. When those tools are broken or unavailable, the world does not stand still. I want my kids to have the basic skill of hand-writing something. If everything gets digitized, they will not be required to practice.

On top of that, many kids are fucking morons when it comes to computers.

One of the reasons I will likely send my kids to a private school is so we do not have to put up with the shit at a public school.

If the teachers will not accept homework in paper form, or hand-written, I will go over their heads to the administration. If the administration does not act, then I am not above getting other parents to join in my dissent. And they will know my name is the Lawyer when I lay my vengeance upon them.

Seriously, kids need to be submitting homework by hand, and essays in printed form. That's how shit is done still in real life.

Now that I've played DA:I, I would probably say that I liked DA:O better. And I fucking hated DA:O's Fade nonsense -- that shit could've been edited right the fuck out, seriously.

DA:2 is an entirely different experience. Not that it wasn't pleasing, but it's very clear that BioWare (under pressure or not) wanted to move away from DA:O's tactical play.

Why did I like DA:O more? Because I gave a shit about my elf from the slums. I gave a shit about my slaughtered family. I had a reason to hate Arl Howe.

Why did I like DA:2 more? Because I gave a shit when Bethany died. I gave a shit when Merrill (bless her heart) lost everything that mattered.

I really don't give two shits about my Inquisitor. She has no backstory. And who am I supposed to feel for among the Inquisitor's compatriots?

Right. The writing in DA:I is the weakest, in my opinion. And that shreds the shit out of my enjoyment. Everything else is cool as fuck: the open-ended feel, the multitude of "adventures," the strategic task setting for my advisors, and so on.

@Coin and @Wizz

What about post-apoc zombie-land? I've discarded the idea of integrating Demon into the mix. The game would be sort of like The Walking Dead, although there'd probably be a crafting/resource mini-game where PCs that are set-up as crafters or developers can make or break the entire game.

I'm starting with Mortals. I'm debating how much Mortal+ to add to it. I looked at Hunter for more inspiration, and think that some Endowments could be made available. I thought people might be interested in starting as plain-Janes for Beta, and then "learning" Mortal+ stuff, if they want to, as they "explore" the world (via PRP or SRP).

@Luna said:

@HelloRaptor Oh snaps. But I loved Skyrim. I think I may need to be story invested in DA. This is my first foray into the series. Also, it could be that I feel massive guilt at fucking around when I have grown up shit to be doing.

This is likely your issue. It's not as bad as starting with ME3, but you lose an awful lot if you don't play DA:O or DA2.

Just a reminder: DA2 brought in Varric, Hawke, and Corypheus. They are sort of important in DA:I.

If another student is discouraging you, kick them in the genitals. If it's a teacher, report them.

Shitty attitudes really don't have a place in education, at any level.

While I think that some players do not want to play a mortal at all, I am of the opinion that most players don't play mortals when supernatural PCs are available. At least, I think.

Frankly, with GMC, I'm beginning to like Mortals. I think I'll start my game with them.

@HelloRaptor said:

Yes. DA2 had its issues and was widely considered a failure by the louder part of the internet, with our own home-grown @thenomain and @ganymede loudly decrying it here, but aside from the map repetitions I rather liked it. Regardless, they're both worth playing.

The fuck you talkin' about, son? I liked DA2 more than I liked DA:O, and was the one having full-on bitch-fests with @Thenomain.

Get your facts straight, fucker. Shit.

@Thenomain said:

The lesson here is: Do it if it makes you feel good.

Wiggum: "Don't snap my undies."