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Firefly: Big Damned Heroes

2024-10-23T18:07:08Z

Brahnamin: /* Complications and Assets */

__NOTOC__
[[File:BDHcover0001.png|600px|center]]
==''The work's illegal, but at least it's honest.''==

=Character Files/Meta Currencies=
I will update the Character Table on the wiki each time I update the IC thread. Please do not update the table yourselves. I don't want anyone losing Plot Points or Big Damned Hero Dice from double subtraction.

If you feel I have forgotten to update the table or that my math is wrong, let me know OOC or DM me and I will fix it. Likewise, if I make a mistake on the Character/GM Complications/Assets lists, let me know and I'll fix it. These also get updated when I update the IC thread.

{| class="wikitable"
| '''Character'''
| '''Role'''
| '''Played by'''
|
! '''EP'''
|
! [[file:d6a.png|24px|d6]]
! [[file:d8a.png|24px|d8]]
! [[file:d10a.png|24px|d10]]
! [[file:d12a.png|24px|d12]]
|
! '''PP'''
|-
|scope="row" colspan="12"|
|-
| '''[[Big_Damned_Heroes:_Captain_Nat|Nadezdha]]'''
| Owner
| ''[https://forum.rpg.net/index.php?members/kittlefish.62862/ kittlefish]''
|scope="col" rowspan="10"|
! [[file:d2b.png|24px]]
|scope="col" rowspan="10"|
!
! 1
!
!
|scope="col" rowspan="10"|
! 2
|-
| '''[[Sunrise_Aigele|Sunrise_Aigele]]'''
| Captain
| [https://forum.rpg.net/index.php?members/dersen-lowery.72493/ Dersen Lowery]
! [[file:d1b.png|24px]]
!
! 1
!
!
! 2
|-
| '''[[Big_Damned_Heroes:_C7|Cedric]]'''
| First Mate
| [https://forum.rpg.net/index.php?members/camk4evr.115244/ camk4evr]
! [[file:d0a.png|24px]]
!
! 1
!
!
! 4
|-
| '''[[John_Lee|John Lee]]'''
| Pilot
| [https://forum.rpg.net/index.php?members/eplov.229812/ Eplov]
! [[file:d1b.png|24px]]
!
! 1
!
!
! 2
|-
| '''[[Big_Damned_Heroes:_C3|Nola]]'''
| Mechanic
| ''[https://forum.rpg.net/index.php?members/stormraven.9897/ Stormraven]''
! [[file:d0a.png|24px]]
!
!
!
!
! 2
|-
| '''[[Big_Damned_Heroes:_C5|India]]'''
| Doctor
|''[https://forum.rpg.net/index.php?members/blacksheep.2831/ BlackSheep]''
! [[file:d0a.png|24px]]
!
!
!
!
! 2
|-
| '''[[Big_Damned_Heroes:_C1|Brother Foresight]]'''
| Security
| ''[https://forum.rpg.net/index.php?members/muskrat.144471/ Muskrat]''
! [[file:d2b.png|24px]]
!
! 1
!
!
! 4
|-
| '''[[Big_Damned_Heroes:_C4|Gideon]]'''
| Companion
| ''[https://forum.rpg.net/index.php?members/strange-behaviour.186867/ strange behaviour]''
! [[file:d2b.png|24px]]
!
!
!
!
! 2
|-
|-
|! scope="row" colspan="12"|
|-
|! scope="row" colspan="12"|
|-
|! scope="row" colspan="12"|
|-
| ! scope="row" colspan="1"|'''GM'''
| Shenanigans
|! scope="row" colspan="9"|''[https://forum.rpg.net/index.php?members/brahnamin.70442/ brahnamin]''
! 6
|-
|}

[[BDH:_Former_CRew|'''Former Crew''']]

==Complications and Assets==
[[file:d6a.png|24px|d6]] [[file:d8a.png|24px|d8]] [[file:d10a.png|24px|d10]] [[file:d12a.png|24px|d12]]

Complication [C] '''//''' Scene Asset [S] '''/''' Episode Asset [E]
----
----
: [C] '''Red Flag/Blue Flag''' [[file:d8a.png|24px|d8]] John
: [C] '''Stranger Danger''' [[file:d8a.png|24px|d8]] Brother Foresight
: [C] '''Watching You Watching Me''' [[file:d6a.png|24px|d8]] Nola
: [C] '''Page Family Grudge''' [[file:d8a.png|24px|d6]] Sunrise
: [C] '''Lounge Lizzie''' [[file:d6a.png|24px|d6]] Cedric
----
----
: [S]
----
: [E] '''Infatuated''' [[file:d8a.png|24px|d8]] India/Gideon
: [E] '''Uncle-Daddy''' [[file:d8a.png|24px|d8]] John
: [E] '''With the Band''' [[file:d8a.png|24px|d8]] '''All'''. They say it's not ''what'' you know but ''who'' you know. Due to their association with Nat (and by extension her old band ''Shooting Starlight'') the crew may add this asset to any roll that includes an element of influence where reputation might matter. '''Nat''' herself may roll the asset as a [[file:d10a.png|24px|d10]]
: [E] '''Tightened Security''' [[file:d8a.png|24px|d8]] John
----
----

[[Firefly:_Big_Damned_Heroes#Character_Files.2FMeta_Currencies|< < < Back to Top]]

----
----

==Our Story So Far==
Click [[BDH:__Episode_Archives|'''HERE''']] to read our story premise and explore the episode archives.

[[Firefly:_Big_Damned_Heroes#Character_Files.2FMeta_Currencies|< < < Back to Top]]

==The Ship Herself :: XP [[File:d1b.png|32px]]==
[[BDH:_The_Shìjiàn_Shìjiè | '''The Shìjiàn Shìjiè''' (Event Horizon)]] is a series-3 Firefly Class Transport modded for smuggling.

[[File:Ffsilhouette0006.png|600px|center]]

:[[BDH:_Ship_Advancement | '''Ship Advancement''']]

[[Firefly:_Big_Damned_Heroes#Character_Files.2FMeta_Currencies|< < < Back to Top]]

==Chargen==
[[File:BDHavatar0002.png|350px|right]]
Click [[BDH:_Chargen|'''HERE''']] to build your Big Damned Hero.
: [[BDH:_Template|'''Blank Character Template''']]
: [[BDH:_Character_Advancement|'''Character Advancement''']]

[[Firefly:_Big_Damned_Heroes#Character_Files.2FMeta_Currencies|< < < Back to Top]]

==Mods==
Click [[BDH:_Game_Mods|'''HERE''']] to see which Cortex Mods we will be using with this game.

[[Firefly:_Big_Damned_Heroes#Character_Files.2FMeta_Currencies|< < < Back to Top]]

==Player Expectations==
'''Post Frequency'''
* I am asking for a '''daily''' posting commitment for this game as a general rule, with the understanding that posting might be less frequent on weekends and holidays. Meatworld being what it is, this generally averages to 3-4 GM updates per week.
:'''Note:''' if 24-36 hours have gone by since my last GM update, I may post a new update, even if all players have not posted, to maintain momentum.

'''Post Absences'''
*If you will ''not'' be able to post, for whatever reason, please ping us in OOC if you can so we know what is going on or post to the [https://forum.rpg.net/showthread.php?709532-Grand-Central-Absences-Station Absences Thread] (I pretty much check that thing every time it lights up).

'''Post Formatting'''
* Please '''bold''' your character's name at the top of each IC post or '''bold''' the first instance of your character's name in the body of the post. We all game with lots of folk, sometimes with the same players in different games; this just makes it easier to keep track of which character we're addressing.

* If you are addressing another PC in your post it is helpful to '''bold''' their character name as well so it stands out for them.

* OOC blocks are fine for showing dice rolls and brief OOC comments directly related to a particular post. Please sblock if you need to include large blocks of text related to your IC post. All other OOC content should go in the OOC thread itself.

* Do not place action statements (incl pp spends/asset generation) or dice rolls in the OOC Thread. I will never keep up with those. All action statements and dice rolls should go in the IC Thread [with dice rolls OOC Blocked].

* Please link all dice rolls back to your dice roller.

[[File:Alice001.png|500px|center]]

[[Firefly:_Big_Damned_Heroes#Character_Files.2FMeta_Currencies|< < < Back to Top]]

==Resource Bidding==
PBP format doesn't work well for Player/GM back and forth, so I do my best to avoid it. This means the bidding aspect of spending PP on a roll kinda drops off. Instead, I find it helpful for players to indicate (if you are able) how many PP/BDHD you are willing to spend (if any) to succeed on the roll. I will do my best to make sure those PP are spent as economically as possible to achieve your desired outcome.

If my GMC is willing (presuming I have the PP to burn) to spend enough GM PP that you cannot succeed, I will let you know that so you don't have to burn PP if you don't want to on a failed action (though you always have the option to spend your PP to force me to spend mine in those situations).

If I am requiring an action of you (defending vs an attack, random notice check, etc) I will roll stakes so you know what you are rolling against, and I will tell you what PP I am willing to spend. I don't generally pre-roll for actions I think you ''might'' take no matter how obvious it may seem, because I don't want to influence how you choose to act in a scene.

If you would earn a pp for using an SFX (including Hinder), you may spend that pp on the roll that earned it. Likewise if the GM buys a rolled hitch.

[[Firefly:_Big_Damned_Heroes#Character_Files.2FMeta_Currencies|< < < Back to Top]]

[[File:FFC0003.png|300px|center]]

==PVP==
While there is the potential for a fairly significant amount of player vs player conflict in a game like this one, I prefer not to run games that lean heavily to that assumption. Games like that simply do not need a GM, and I would much rather spend my time running games that ''do'' need a GM.

[[File:FFChef0002.png|300px|right]]

For reference, what I consider PVP basically amounts to this:

'''If an action would require dice to affect a GMC, then it counts as PVP if used against a PC'''

So disagreements, trash talking, indirect actions that might affect another character but aren't made directly against that character are all potentially on the table with the caveat that if something just makes the game not fun for someone that we respect that and steer clear.

----

If you want to do something that directly acts against another player's character, proceed based on the following criteria:

----

'''Unilateral Permission:''' The other player agrees to your action. No rolls are needed. Just RP it out.

'''Limited Permission:''' The other player doesn't agree that it is an automatic thing, but does agree to let the math rocks decide. Roll it out.

'''Declined Permission:''' The other player does not agree to PVP. Move on with something else.

[[Firefly:_Big_Damned_Heroes#Character_Files.2FMeta_Currencies|< < < Back to Top]]

==Development and Play Threads==
[https://forum.rpg.net/index.php?threads/open-recruitment-firefly-big-damned-heroes.915917/ Recruitment Thread]

[https://forum.rpg.net/index.php?threads/firefly-big-damned-heroes-cortex-prime.916228/ OOC Thread]

[https://forum.rpg.net/index.php?threads/firefly-big-damned-heroes-cortex-prime.916230/ IC Thread]

[[Firefly:_Big_Damned_Heroes#Character_Files.2FMeta_Currencies|< < < Back to Top]]

==Other Resources==
[https://firefly.fandom.com/wiki/Main_Page Firefly Wiki] Wiki by Fandom for the show Firefly.

[[Firefly:_Speechifying_in_the_'Verse|Chinese Slang & Firefly Phrases]] For adding color to how your character speaks.

[https://www.google.com/search?safe=off&sxsrf=ALeKk01grWpeS6Tz0eB11tkjbto7hO5M-Q%3A1613327080894&ei=6GopYISWNqLJ5gKqvKDoDg&q=english+to+chinese&oq=english+to+chinese&gs_lcp=Cgdnd3Mtd2l6EAwyBwgjELADECcyBwgAELADEEMyBwgAELADEEMyBwgAELADEEMyBwgAELADEEMyBwgAELADEEMyBwgAELADEEMyBwgAELADEEMyBwgAELADEEMyBwgAELADEENQAFgAYIbOXGgBcAJ4AIABWYgBWZIBATGYAQCqAQdnd3Mtd2l6yAEKwAEB&sclient=gws-wiz&ved=0ahUKEwiEqsDc_-nuAhWipFkKHSoeCO0Q4dUDCA0 Translator] English/Chinese Dictionary.

[http://orokos.com/roll/?action=roll Orokos] Online Dice Roller.

[https://forum.rpg.net/showthread.php?709532-Grand-Central-Absences-Station Absences Thread] If you can't post for whatever reason let us know here or in OOC.

[http://exploring-infinity.com/2011/12/23/leveragin-the-black-situation-generator/ Firefly Job Generator] (GM Tool)

[[File:Fix00003.png|250px]]

[[Firefly:_Big_Damned_Heroes#Character_Files.2FMeta_Currencies|< < < Back to Top]]

==Alternate Players==
*'''-'''
*'''-'''

[[Firefly:_Big_Damned_Heroes#Character_Files.2FMeta_Currencies|< < < Back to Top]]

Firefly: Big Damned Heroes

2024-10-20T23:17:16Z

Brahnamin: /* Character Files/Meta Currencies */

__NOTOC__
[[File:BDHcover0001.png|600px|center]]
==''The work's illegal, but at least it's honest.''==

=Character Files/Meta Currencies=
I will update the Character Table on the wiki each time I update the IC thread. Please do not update the table yourselves. I don't want anyone losing Plot Points or Big Damned Hero Dice from double subtraction.

If you feel I have forgotten to update the table or that my math is wrong, let me know OOC or DM me and I will fix it. Likewise, if I make a mistake on the Character/GM Complications/Assets lists, let me know and I'll fix it. These also get updated when I update the IC thread.

{| class="wikitable"
| '''Character'''
| '''Role'''
| '''Played by'''
|
! '''EP'''
|
! [[file:d6a.png|24px|d6]]
! [[file:d8a.png|24px|d8]]
! [[file:d10a.png|24px|d10]]
! [[file:d12a.png|24px|d12]]
|
! '''PP'''
|-
|scope="row" colspan="12"|
|-
| '''[[Big_Damned_Heroes:_Captain_Nat|Nadezdha]]'''
| Owner
| ''[https://forum.rpg.net/index.php?members/kittlefish.62862/ kittlefish]''
|scope="col" rowspan="10"|
! [[file:d2b.png|24px]]
|scope="col" rowspan="10"|
!
! 1
!
!
|scope="col" rowspan="10"|
! 2
|-
| '''[[Sunrise_Aigele|Sunrise_Aigele]]'''
| Captain
| [https://forum.rpg.net/index.php?members/dersen-lowery.72493/ Dersen Lowery]
! [[file:d1b.png|24px]]
!
! 1
!
!
! 2
|-
| '''[[Big_Damned_Heroes:_C7|Cedric]]'''
| First Mate
| [https://forum.rpg.net/index.php?members/camk4evr.115244/ camk4evr]
! [[file:d0a.png|24px]]
!
! 1
!
!
! 4
|-
| '''[[John_Lee|John Lee]]'''
| Pilot
| [https://forum.rpg.net/index.php?members/eplov.229812/ Eplov]
! [[file:d1b.png|24px]]
!
! 1
!
!
! 2
|-
| '''[[Big_Damned_Heroes:_C3|Nola]]'''
| Mechanic
| ''[https://forum.rpg.net/index.php?members/stormraven.9897/ Stormraven]''
! [[file:d0a.png|24px]]
!
!
!
!
! 2
|-
| '''[[Big_Damned_Heroes:_C5|India]]'''
| Doctor
|''[https://forum.rpg.net/index.php?members/blacksheep.2831/ BlackSheep]''
! [[file:d0a.png|24px]]
!
!
!
!
! 2
|-
| '''[[Big_Damned_Heroes:_C1|Brother Foresight]]'''
| Security
| ''[https://forum.rpg.net/index.php?members/muskrat.144471/ Muskrat]''
! [[file:d2b.png|24px]]
!
! 1
!
!
! 4
|-
| '''[[Big_Damned_Heroes:_C4|Gideon]]'''
| Companion
| ''[https://forum.rpg.net/index.php?members/strange-behaviour.186867/ strange behaviour]''
! [[file:d2b.png|24px]]
!
!
!
!
! 2
|-
|-
|! scope="row" colspan="12"|
|-
|! scope="row" colspan="12"|
|-
|! scope="row" colspan="12"|
|-
| ! scope="row" colspan="1"|'''GM'''
| Shenanigans
|! scope="row" colspan="9"|''[https://forum.rpg.net/index.php?members/brahnamin.70442/ brahnamin]''
! 6
|-
|}

[[BDH:_Former_CRew|'''Former Crew''']]

==Complications and Assets==
[[file:d6a.png|24px|d6]] [[file:d8a.png|24px|d8]] [[file:d10a.png|24px|d10]] [[file:d12a.png|24px|d12]]

Complication [C] '''//''' Scene Asset [S] '''/''' Episode Asset [E]
----
----
: [C] '''Red Flag/Blue Flag''' [[file:d8a.png|24px|d8]] John
: [C] '''Stranger Danger''' [[file:d8a.png|24px|d8]] Brother Foresight
: [C] '''Emily's Thing''' [[file:d10a.png|24px|d10]] India
: [C] '''Watching You Watching Me''' [[file:d6a.png|24px|d8]] Nola
: [C] '''Page Family Grudge''' [[file:d8a.png|24px|d6]] Sunrise
: [C] '''Lounge Lizzie''' [[file:d6a.png|24px|d6]] Cedric
----
----
: [S]
----
: [E] '''Infatuated''' [[file:d8a.png|24px|d8]] India/Gideon
: [E] '''Uncle-Daddy''' [[file:d8a.png|24px|d8]] John
: [E] '''With the Band''' [[file:d8a.png|24px|d8]] '''All'''. They say it's not ''what'' you know but ''who'' you know. Due to their association with Nat (and by extension her old band ''Shooting Starlight'') the crew may add this asset to any roll that includes an element of influence where reputation might matter. '''Nat''' herself may roll the asset as a [[file:d10a.png|24px|d10]]
: [E] '''Tightened Security''' [[file:d8a.png|24px|d8]] John
----
----

[[Firefly:_Big_Damned_Heroes#Character_Files.2FMeta_Currencies|< < < Back to Top]]

----
----

==Our Story So Far==
Click [[BDH:__Episode_Archives|'''HERE''']] to read our story premise and explore the episode archives.

[[Firefly:_Big_Damned_Heroes#Character_Files.2FMeta_Currencies|< < < Back to Top]]

==The Ship Herself :: XP [[File:d1b.png|32px]]==
[[BDH:_The_Shìjiàn_Shìjiè | '''The Shìjiàn Shìjiè''' (Event Horizon)]] is a series-3 Firefly Class Transport modded for smuggling.

[[File:Ffsilhouette0006.png|600px|center]]

:[[BDH:_Ship_Advancement | '''Ship Advancement''']]

[[Firefly:_Big_Damned_Heroes#Character_Files.2FMeta_Currencies|< < < Back to Top]]

==Chargen==
[[File:BDHavatar0002.png|350px|right]]
Click [[BDH:_Chargen|'''HERE''']] to build your Big Damned Hero.
: [[BDH:_Template|'''Blank Character Template''']]
: [[BDH:_Character_Advancement|'''Character Advancement''']]

[[Firefly:_Big_Damned_Heroes#Character_Files.2FMeta_Currencies|< < < Back to Top]]

==Mods==
Click [[BDH:_Game_Mods|'''HERE''']] to see which Cortex Mods we will be using with this game.

[[Firefly:_Big_Damned_Heroes#Character_Files.2FMeta_Currencies|< < < Back to Top]]

==Player Expectations==
'''Post Frequency'''
* I am asking for a '''daily''' posting commitment for this game as a general rule, with the understanding that posting might be less frequent on weekends and holidays. Meatworld being what it is, this generally averages to 3-4 GM updates per week.
:'''Note:''' if 24-36 hours have gone by since my last GM update, I may post a new update, even if all players have not posted, to maintain momentum.

'''Post Absences'''
*If you will ''not'' be able to post, for whatever reason, please ping us in OOC if you can so we know what is going on or post to the [https://forum.rpg.net/showthread.php?709532-Grand-Central-Absences-Station Absences Thread] (I pretty much check that thing every time it lights up).

'''Post Formatting'''
* Please '''bold''' your character's name at the top of each IC post or '''bold''' the first instance of your character's name in the body of the post. We all game with lots of folk, sometimes with the same players in different games; this just makes it easier to keep track of which character we're addressing.

* If you are addressing another PC in your post it is helpful to '''bold''' their character name as well so it stands out for them.

* OOC blocks are fine for showing dice rolls and brief OOC comments directly related to a particular post. Please sblock if you need to include large blocks of text related to your IC post. All other OOC content should go in the OOC thread itself.

* Do not place action statements (incl pp spends/asset generation) or dice rolls in the OOC Thread. I will never keep up with those. All action statements and dice rolls should go in the IC Thread [with dice rolls OOC Blocked].

* Please link all dice rolls back to your dice roller.

[[File:Alice001.png|500px|center]]

[[Firefly:_Big_Damned_Heroes#Character_Files.2FMeta_Currencies|< < < Back to Top]]

==Resource Bidding==
PBP format doesn't work well for Player/GM back and forth, so I do my best to avoid it. This means the bidding aspect of spending PP on a roll kinda drops off. Instead, I find it helpful for players to indicate (if you are able) how many PP/BDHD you are willing to spend (if any) to succeed on the roll. I will do my best to make sure those PP are spent as economically as possible to achieve your desired outcome.

If my GMC is willing (presuming I have the PP to burn) to spend enough GM PP that you cannot succeed, I will let you know that so you don't have to burn PP if you don't want to on a failed action (though you always have the option to spend your PP to force me to spend mine in those situations).

If I am requiring an action of you (defending vs an attack, random notice check, etc) I will roll stakes so you know what you are rolling against, and I will tell you what PP I am willing to spend. I don't generally pre-roll for actions I think you ''might'' take no matter how obvious it may seem, because I don't want to influence how you choose to act in a scene.

If you would earn a pp for using an SFX (including Hinder), you may spend that pp on the roll that earned it. Likewise if the GM buys a rolled hitch.

[[Firefly:_Big_Damned_Heroes#Character_Files.2FMeta_Currencies|< < < Back to Top]]

[[File:FFC0003.png|300px|center]]

==PVP==
While there is the potential for a fairly significant amount of player vs player conflict in a game like this one, I prefer not to run games that lean heavily to that assumption. Games like that simply do not need a GM, and I would much rather spend my time running games that ''do'' need a GM.

[[File:FFChef0002.png|300px|right]]

For reference, what I consider PVP basically amounts to this:

'''If an action would require dice to affect a GMC, then it counts as PVP if used against a PC'''

So disagreements, trash talking, indirect actions that might affect another character but aren't made directly against that character are all potentially on the table with the caveat that if something just makes the game not fun for someone that we respect that and steer clear.

----

If you want to do something that directly acts against another player's character, proceed based on the following criteria:

----

'''Unilateral Permission:''' The other player agrees to your action. No rolls are needed. Just RP it out.

'''Limited Permission:''' The other player doesn't agree that it is an automatic thing, but does agree to let the math rocks decide. Roll it out.

'''Declined Permission:''' The other player does not agree to PVP. Move on with something else.

[[Firefly:_Big_Damned_Heroes#Character_Files.2FMeta_Currencies|< < < Back to Top]]

==Development and Play Threads==
[https://forum.rpg.net/index.php?threads/open-recruitment-firefly-big-damned-heroes.915917/ Recruitment Thread]

[https://forum.rpg.net/index.php?threads/firefly-big-damned-heroes-cortex-prime.916228/ OOC Thread]

[https://forum.rpg.net/index.php?threads/firefly-big-damned-heroes-cortex-prime.916230/ IC Thread]

[[Firefly:_Big_Damned_Heroes#Character_Files.2FMeta_Currencies|< < < Back to Top]]

==Other Resources==
[https://firefly.fandom.com/wiki/Main_Page Firefly Wiki] Wiki by Fandom for the show Firefly.

[[Firefly:_Speechifying_in_the_'Verse|Chinese Slang & Firefly Phrases]] For adding color to how your character speaks.

[https://www.google.com/search?safe=off&sxsrf=ALeKk01grWpeS6Tz0eB11tkjbto7hO5M-Q%3A1613327080894&ei=6GopYISWNqLJ5gKqvKDoDg&q=english+to+chinese&oq=english+to+chinese&gs_lcp=Cgdnd3Mtd2l6EAwyBwgjELADECcyBwgAELADEEMyBwgAELADEEMyBwgAELADEEMyBwgAELADEEMyBwgAELADEEMyBwgAELADEEMyBwgAELADEEMyBwgAELADEEMyBwgAELADEENQAFgAYIbOXGgBcAJ4AIABWYgBWZIBATGYAQCqAQdnd3Mtd2l6yAEKwAEB&sclient=gws-wiz&ved=0ahUKEwiEqsDc_-nuAhWipFkKHSoeCO0Q4dUDCA0 Translator] English/Chinese Dictionary.

[http://orokos.com/roll/?action=roll Orokos] Online Dice Roller.

[https://forum.rpg.net/showthread.php?709532-Grand-Central-Absences-Station Absences Thread] If you can't post for whatever reason let us know here or in OOC.

[http://exploring-infinity.com/2011/12/23/leveragin-the-black-situation-generator/ Firefly Job Generator] (GM Tool)

[[File:Fix00003.png|250px]]

[[Firefly:_Big_Damned_Heroes#Character_Files.2FMeta_Currencies|< < < Back to Top]]

==Alternate Players==
*'''-'''
*'''-'''

[[Firefly:_Big_Damned_Heroes#Character_Files.2FMeta_Currencies|< < < Back to Top]]

Firefly: Big Damned Heroes

2024-10-20T23:16:37Z

Brahnamin: /* Complications and Assets */

__NOTOC__
[[File:BDHcover0001.png|600px|center]]
==''The work's illegal, but at least it's honest.''==

=Character Files/Meta Currencies=
I will update the Character Table on the wiki each time I update the IC thread. Please do not update the table yourselves. I don't want anyone losing Plot Points or Big Damned Hero Dice from double subtraction.

If you feel I have forgotten to update the table or that my math is wrong, let me know OOC or DM me and I will fix it. Likewise, if I make a mistake on the Character/GM Complications/Assets lists, let me know and I'll fix it. These also get updated when I update the IC thread.

{| class="wikitable"
| '''Character'''
| '''Role'''
| '''Played by'''
|
! '''EP'''
|
! [[file:d6a.png|24px|d6]]
! [[file:d8a.png|24px|d8]]
! [[file:d10a.png|24px|d10]]
! [[file:d12a.png|24px|d12]]
|
! '''PP'''
|-
|scope="row" colspan="12"|
|-
| '''[[Big_Damned_Heroes:_Captain_Nat|Nadezdha]]'''
| Owner
| ''[https://forum.rpg.net/index.php?members/kittlefish.62862/ kittlefish]''
|scope="col" rowspan="10"|
! [[file:d2b.png|24px]]
|scope="col" rowspan="10"|
!
! 1
!
!
|scope="col" rowspan="10"|
! 2
|-
| '''[[Sunrise_Aigele|Sunrise_Aigele]]'''
| Captain
| [https://forum.rpg.net/index.php?members/dersen-lowery.72493/ Dersen Lowery]
! [[file:d1b.png|24px]]
!
! 1
!
!
! 0
|-
| '''[[Big_Damned_Heroes:_C7|Cedric]]'''
| First Mate
| [https://forum.rpg.net/index.php?members/camk4evr.115244/ camk4evr]
! [[file:d0a.png|24px]]
!
! 1
!
!
! 4
|-
| '''[[John_Lee|John Lee]]'''
| Pilot
| [https://forum.rpg.net/index.php?members/eplov.229812/ Eplov]
! [[file:d1b.png|24px]]
!
! 1
!
!
! 2
|-
| '''[[Big_Damned_Heroes:_C3|Nola]]'''
| Mechanic
| ''[https://forum.rpg.net/index.php?members/stormraven.9897/ Stormraven]''
! [[file:d0a.png|24px]]
!
!
!
!
! 2
|-
| '''[[Big_Damned_Heroes:_C5|India]]'''
| Doctor
|''[https://forum.rpg.net/index.php?members/blacksheep.2831/ BlackSheep]''
! [[file:d0a.png|24px]]
!
!
!
!
! 2
|-
| '''[[Big_Damned_Heroes:_C1|Brother Foresight]]'''
| Security
| ''[https://forum.rpg.net/index.php?members/muskrat.144471/ Muskrat]''
! [[file:d2b.png|24px]]
!
! 1
!
!
! 4
|-
| '''[[Big_Damned_Heroes:_C4|Gideon]]'''
| Companion
| ''[https://forum.rpg.net/index.php?members/strange-behaviour.186867/ strange behaviour]''
! [[file:d2b.png|24px]]
!
!
!
!
! 2
|-
|-
|! scope="row" colspan="12"|
|-
|! scope="row" colspan="12"|
|-
|! scope="row" colspan="12"|
|-
| ! scope="row" colspan="1"|'''GM'''
| Shenanigans
|! scope="row" colspan="9"|''[https://forum.rpg.net/index.php?members/brahnamin.70442/ brahnamin]''
! 6
|-
|}

[[BDH:_Former_CRew|'''Former Crew''']]

==Complications and Assets==
[[file:d6a.png|24px|d6]] [[file:d8a.png|24px|d8]] [[file:d10a.png|24px|d10]] [[file:d12a.png|24px|d12]]

Complication [C] '''//''' Scene Asset [S] '''/''' Episode Asset [E]
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: [C] '''Red Flag/Blue Flag''' [[file:d8a.png|24px|d8]] John
: [C] '''Stranger Danger''' [[file:d8a.png|24px|d8]] Brother Foresight
: [C] '''Emily's Thing''' [[file:d10a.png|24px|d10]] India
: [C] '''Watching You Watching Me''' [[file:d6a.png|24px|d8]] Nola
: [C] '''Page Family Grudge''' [[file:d8a.png|24px|d6]] Sunrise
: [C] '''Lounge Lizzie''' [[file:d6a.png|24px|d6]] Cedric
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: [S]
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: [E] '''Infatuated''' [[file:d8a.png|24px|d8]] India/Gideon
: [E] '''Uncle-Daddy''' [[file:d8a.png|24px|d8]] John
: [E] '''With the Band''' [[file:d8a.png|24px|d8]] '''All'''. They say it's not ''what'' you know but ''who'' you know. Due to their association with Nat (and by extension her old band ''Shooting Starlight'') the crew may add this asset to any roll that includes an element of influence where reputation might matter. '''Nat''' herself may roll the asset as a [[file:d10a.png|24px|d10]]
: [E] '''Tightened Security''' [[file:d8a.png|24px|d8]] John
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==Our Story So Far==
Click [[BDH:__Episode_Archives|'''HERE''']] to read our story premise and explore the episode archives.

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==The Ship Herself :: XP [[File:d1b.png|32px]]==
[[BDH:_The_Shìjiàn_Shìjiè | '''The Shìjiàn Shìjiè''' (Event Horizon)]] is a series-3 Firefly Class Transport modded for smuggling.

[[File:Ffsilhouette0006.png|600px|center]]

:[[BDH:_Ship_Advancement | '''Ship Advancement''']]

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==Chargen==
[[File:BDHavatar0002.png|350px|right]]
Click [[BDH:_Chargen|'''HERE''']] to build your Big Damned Hero.
: [[BDH:_Template|'''Blank Character Template''']]
: [[BDH:_Character_Advancement|'''Character Advancement''']]

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==Mods==
Click [[BDH:_Game_Mods|'''HERE''']] to see which Cortex Mods we will be using with this game.

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==Player Expectations==
'''Post Frequency'''
* I am asking for a '''daily''' posting commitment for this game as a general rule, with the understanding that posting might be less frequent on weekends and holidays. Meatworld being what it is, this generally averages to 3-4 GM updates per week.
:'''Note:''' if 24-36 hours have gone by since my last GM update, I may post a new update, even if all players have not posted, to maintain momentum.

'''Post Absences'''
*If you will ''not'' be able to post, for whatever reason, please ping us in OOC if you can so we know what is going on or post to the [https://forum.rpg.net/showthread.php?709532-Grand-Central-Absences-Station Absences Thread] (I pretty much check that thing every time it lights up).

'''Post Formatting'''
* Please '''bold''' your character's name at the top of each IC post or '''bold''' the first instance of your character's name in the body of the post. We all game with lots of folk, sometimes with the same players in different games; this just makes it easier to keep track of which character we're addressing.

* If you are addressing another PC in your post it is helpful to '''bold''' their character name as well so it stands out for them.

* OOC blocks are fine for showing dice rolls and brief OOC comments directly related to a particular post. Please sblock if you need to include large blocks of text related to your IC post. All other OOC content should go in the OOC thread itself.

* Do not place action statements (incl pp spends/asset generation) or dice rolls in the OOC Thread. I will never keep up with those. All action statements and dice rolls should go in the IC Thread [with dice rolls OOC Blocked].

* Please link all dice rolls back to your dice roller.

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==Resource Bidding==
PBP format doesn't work well for Player/GM back and forth, so I do my best to avoid it. This means the bidding aspect of spending PP on a roll kinda drops off. Instead, I find it helpful for players to indicate (if you are able) how many PP/BDHD you are willing to spend (if any) to succeed on the roll. I will do my best to make sure those PP are spent as economically as possible to achieve your desired outcome.

If my GMC is willing (presuming I have the PP to burn) to spend enough GM PP that you cannot succeed, I will let you know that so you don't have to burn PP if you don't want to on a failed action (though you always have the option to spend your PP to force me to spend mine in those situations).

If I am requiring an action of you (defending vs an attack, random notice check, etc) I will roll stakes so you know what you are rolling against, and I will tell you what PP I am willing to spend. I don't generally pre-roll for actions I think you ''might'' take no matter how obvious it may seem, because I don't want to influence how you choose to act in a scene.

If you would earn a pp for using an SFX (including Hinder), you may spend that pp on the roll that earned it. Likewise if the GM buys a rolled hitch.

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==PVP==
While there is the potential for a fairly significant amount of player vs player conflict in a game like this one, I prefer not to run games that lean heavily to that assumption. Games like that simply do not need a GM, and I would much rather spend my time running games that ''do'' need a GM.

[[File:FFChef0002.png|300px|right]]

For reference, what I consider PVP basically amounts to this:

'''If an action would require dice to affect a GMC, then it counts as PVP if used against a PC'''

So disagreements, trash talking, indirect actions that might affect another character but aren't made directly against that character are all potentially on the table with the caveat that if something just makes the game not fun for someone that we respect that and steer clear.

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If you want to do something that directly acts against another player's character, proceed based on the following criteria:

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'''Unilateral Permission:''' The other player agrees to your action. No rolls are needed. Just RP it out.

'''Limited Permission:''' The other player doesn't agree that it is an automatic thing, but does agree to let the math rocks decide. Roll it out.

'''Declined Permission:''' The other player does not agree to PVP. Move on with something else.

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==Development and Play Threads==
[https://forum.rpg.net/index.php?threads/open-recruitment-firefly-big-damned-heroes.915917/ Recruitment Thread]

[https://forum.rpg.net/index.php?threads/firefly-big-damned-heroes-cortex-prime.916228/ OOC Thread]

[https://forum.rpg.net/index.php?threads/firefly-big-damned-heroes-cortex-prime.916230/ IC Thread]

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==Other Resources==
[https://firefly.fandom.com/wiki/Main_Page Firefly Wiki] Wiki by Fandom for the show Firefly.

[[Firefly:_Speechifying_in_the_'Verse|Chinese Slang & Firefly Phrases]] For adding color to how your character speaks.

[https://www.google.com/search?safe=off&sxsrf=ALeKk01grWpeS6Tz0eB11tkjbto7hO5M-Q%3A1613327080894&ei=6GopYISWNqLJ5gKqvKDoDg&q=english+to+chinese&oq=english+to+chinese&gs_lcp=Cgdnd3Mtd2l6EAwyBwgjELADECcyBwgAELADEEMyBwgAELADEEMyBwgAELADEEMyBwgAELADEEMyBwgAELADEEMyBwgAELADEEMyBwgAELADEEMyBwgAELADEEMyBwgAELADEENQAFgAYIbOXGgBcAJ4AIABWYgBWZIBATGYAQCqAQdnd3Mtd2l6yAEKwAEB&sclient=gws-wiz&ved=0ahUKEwiEqsDc_-nuAhWipFkKHSoeCO0Q4dUDCA0 Translator] English/Chinese Dictionary.

[http://orokos.com/roll/?action=roll Orokos] Online Dice Roller.

[https://forum.rpg.net/showthread.php?709532-Grand-Central-Absences-Station Absences Thread] If you can't post for whatever reason let us know here or in OOC.

[http://exploring-infinity.com/2011/12/23/leveragin-the-black-situation-generator/ Firefly Job Generator] (GM Tool)

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==Alternate Players==
*'''-'''
*'''-'''

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D&D 5e: Against the Fathomless

2024-10-19T15:54:14Z

Brahnamin: /* Threads */

__NOTOC__
=A Planescape Adventure for 5e=
[[File:Planescape0003.png|center|400px]]

==Player Characters==
Please link your character sheet to your character's name. It can be a wiki page or an offsite sheet so long as I can open it without having to sign in anywhere.

Go [[Fathomless:_Character_Generation|'''HERE''']] for chargen rules and guidelines.

*'''Character Name''' Played by: ''[https://forum.rpg.net/index.php?members/nightgoblyn.56962/ NightGoblyn]''
:: L9 | Initiative Mod +X | P-Per XX / P-Ins XX

*'''Character Name''' Played by: ''[https://forum.rpg.net/index.php?members/strange-behaviour.186867/ strange beaviour]''
:: L9 | Initiative Mod +X | P-Per XX / P-Ins XX

*'''Character Name''' Played by: ''[https://forum.rpg.net/index.php?members/archer.10289/ Archer]''
:: L9 | Initiative Mod +X | P-Per XX / P-Ins XX

*'''Character Name''' Played by: ''[https://forum.rpg.net/index.php?members/talisman.167661/ Talisman]''
:: L9 | Initiative Mod +X | P-Per XX / P-Ins XX

=Metagame Tools=
Below is all the boilerplate stuff that is essentially the same for virtually all my PBP games.

==Threads==
[https://forum.rpg.net/index.php?threads/closed-development-d-d-5e-against-the-fathomless.923241/ Development Thread]

OOC Thread

IC Thread

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==Resources==
[http://orokos.com/roll/?action=roll Orokos] - Online Dice Roller.

[https://roll20.net/compendium/dnd5e/BookIndex Roll 20] - 5e Online.

[https://forum.rpg.net/showthread.php?709532-Grand-Central-Absences-Station Absences Thread] - If you can't post for whatever reason let us know here or in OOC.

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==Expectations==
'''Post Frequency'''

I am asking for a '''daily''' posting commitment for this game as a general rule, with the understanding that posting might be less frequent on weekends and holidays. Meatworld being what it is, this generally averages to 3-4 GM updates per week.
:'''Note:''' if 24-36 hours have gone by since my last GM update, I may post a new update, even if all players have not posted, to maintain momentum.

:This is sometimes just the most expedient path forward given the medium and the constraints of communicating over real distances rather than across a table.

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[[D%26D_5e:_Against_the_Fathomless#Player_Characters| < < < Back to the Top]]

'''Post Absences'''

If you will ''not'' be able to post, for whatever reason, please ping us in OOC so we know what is going on or post to the [https://forum.rpg.net/showthread.php?709532-Grand-Central-Absences-Station Absences Thread] (I pretty much check that thing every time it lights up).

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[[D%26D_5e:_Against_the_Fathomless#Player_Characters| < < < Back to the Top]]

''' Post Formatting'''

Please include the following header at the top of each IC Post:
:'''Character Name''' || AC || '''HP Current/Max''' || Spell DC || '''Inspiration Y/N'''

Similarly, please observe the following guidelines when composing your IC posts:
* Please '''bold''' your character's name at the top of each IC post or '''bold''' the first instance of your character's name in the body of the post. We all game with lots of folk, sometimes with the same players in different games; this just makes it easier to keep track of which character we're addressing.

* If you are addressing another PC in your post it is helpful to '''bold''' their character name as well so it stands out for them.

* OOC blocks are fine for showing dice rolls and brief OOC comments directly related to a particular post. Please sblock if you need to include large blocks of text related to your IC post. All other OOC content should go in the OOC thread itself.

* Do not place action statements or dice rolls in the OOC Thread. I know from brutal experience that I will never keep up if you do. All action statements and dice rolls should go in the IC Thread [with dice rolls OOC Blocked].

* Please link all dice rolls back to your dice roller.

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==House Rules==
'''Initiative'''

One of the things that makes D&D tricky to run for PBP games is the importance initiative order can have.

Posting by initiative order (whether rolled or static) can bring a PBP game to a grinding halt, so I don't follow that format.

Ideally, everyone posts their actions (incl. dice rolls - I'd rather you roll and not need it than not roll and need it) as they have time to come online and make a post, and then I roll NPC/Monster actions during the update and sort out who did what when by looking at static initiative bonuses and compose my update around that turn order.

I will also look at what is being declared and make it all work as much in favor of the players as possible. No shenanigans where you lose your turn chopping at an enemy somebody else killed already or having the wizard flamebroil another PC with their fireball for rushing in, etc.

This does rob y'all of the tactical mini-game that having an initiative order encourages, but it keeps the game flowing, and to my mind that alone makes it worth it.

:'''Note:''' I will do my best to be sure you guys have the necessary information to resolve your own rolls in combat scenes (AC/HP/Saves etc) to ensure things go as smooth and hitch free as we can manage.

:'''Note:''' For those folk who get bonuses for specific initiative-centric builds/feats/etc, I'll work out a satisfactory equivalent with you before play starts.

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'''Inspiration'''

Instead of the hoop jumping suggested for this oft forgotten resource, I prefer if inspiration instead just refreshes every short and long rest.
*You can only ever have one at a time.
*Players may donate their inspiration to another player who has none if they wish.

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[[D%26D_5e:_Against_the_Fathomless#Player_Characters| < < < Back to the Top]]

==PVP==
While there is the potential for player vs player conflict in any game, I prefer not to run games that lean heavily to that assumption. Games like that simply do not need a GM, and I would much rather spend my time running games that ''do'' need a GM.

'''For reference, what I consider PVP basically amounts to this:''' ''If an action would require dice to affect an NPC, then it counts as PVP to use against a PC''.

So disagreements, trash talking, indirect actions that might affect another character but aren't made directly against that character are all potentially on the table with the caveat that if something just makes the game not fun for someone that we respect that and steer clear.
----
If you want to do something that directly acts against another player's character, proceed based on the following criteria:
: '''Unilateral Permission:''' The other player agrees to your action. No rolls are needed. Just RP it out.
: '''Limited Permission:''' The other player doesn't agree that it is an automatic thing, but does agree to let the math rocks decide. Roll it out. If initiative is a concern, I will handle that case by case.
: '''Declined Permission:''' The other player does not agree to PVP. Move on with something else.

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D&D 5e: Against the Fathomless

2024-10-19T15:52:30Z

Brahnamin: /* Player Characters */

__NOTOC__
=A Planescape Adventure for 5e=
[[File:Planescape0003.png|center|400px]]

==Player Characters==
Please link your character sheet to your character's name. It can be a wiki page or an offsite sheet so long as I can open it without having to sign in anywhere.

Go [[Fathomless:_Character_Generation|'''HERE''']] for chargen rules and guidelines.

*'''Character Name''' Played by: ''[https://forum.rpg.net/index.php?members/nightgoblyn.56962/ NightGoblyn]''
:: L9 | Initiative Mod +X | P-Per XX / P-Ins XX

*'''Character Name''' Played by: ''[https://forum.rpg.net/index.php?members/strange-behaviour.186867/ strange beaviour]''
:: L9 | Initiative Mod +X | P-Per XX / P-Ins XX

*'''Character Name''' Played by: ''[https://forum.rpg.net/index.php?members/archer.10289/ Archer]''
:: L9 | Initiative Mod +X | P-Per XX / P-Ins XX

*'''Character Name''' Played by: ''[https://forum.rpg.net/index.php?members/talisman.167661/ Talisman]''
:: L9 | Initiative Mod +X | P-Per XX / P-Ins XX

=Metagame Tools=
Below is all the boilerplate stuff that is essentially the same for virtually all my PBP games.

==Threads==
Development Thread

OOC Thread

IC Thread

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[[D%26D_5e:_Against_the_Fathomless#Player_Characters| < < < Back to the Top]]

==Resources==
[http://orokos.com/roll/?action=roll Orokos] - Online Dice Roller.

[https://roll20.net/compendium/dnd5e/BookIndex Roll 20] - 5e Online.

[https://forum.rpg.net/showthread.php?709532-Grand-Central-Absences-Station Absences Thread] - If you can't post for whatever reason let us know here or in OOC.

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[[D%26D_5e:_Against_the_Fathomless#Player_Characters| < < < Back to the Top]]

==Expectations==
'''Post Frequency'''

I am asking for a '''daily''' posting commitment for this game as a general rule, with the understanding that posting might be less frequent on weekends and holidays. Meatworld being what it is, this generally averages to 3-4 GM updates per week.
:'''Note:''' if 24-36 hours have gone by since my last GM update, I may post a new update, even if all players have not posted, to maintain momentum.

:This is sometimes just the most expedient path forward given the medium and the constraints of communicating over real distances rather than across a table.

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[[D%26D_5e:_Against_the_Fathomless#Player_Characters| < < < Back to the Top]]

'''Post Absences'''

If you will ''not'' be able to post, for whatever reason, please ping us in OOC so we know what is going on or post to the [https://forum.rpg.net/showthread.php?709532-Grand-Central-Absences-Station Absences Thread] (I pretty much check that thing every time it lights up).

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[[D%26D_5e:_Against_the_Fathomless#Player_Characters| < < < Back to the Top]]

''' Post Formatting'''

Please include the following header at the top of each IC Post:
:'''Character Name''' || AC || '''HP Current/Max''' || Spell DC || '''Inspiration Y/N'''

Similarly, please observe the following guidelines when composing your IC posts:
* Please '''bold''' your character's name at the top of each IC post or '''bold''' the first instance of your character's name in the body of the post. We all game with lots of folk, sometimes with the same players in different games; this just makes it easier to keep track of which character we're addressing.

* If you are addressing another PC in your post it is helpful to '''bold''' their character name as well so it stands out for them.

* OOC blocks are fine for showing dice rolls and brief OOC comments directly related to a particular post. Please sblock if you need to include large blocks of text related to your IC post. All other OOC content should go in the OOC thread itself.

* Do not place action statements or dice rolls in the OOC Thread. I know from brutal experience that I will never keep up if you do. All action statements and dice rolls should go in the IC Thread [with dice rolls OOC Blocked].

* Please link all dice rolls back to your dice roller.

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[[D%26D_5e:_Against_the_Fathomless#Player_Characters| < < < Back to the Top]]

==House Rules==
'''Initiative'''

One of the things that makes D&D tricky to run for PBP games is the importance initiative order can have.

Posting by initiative order (whether rolled or static) can bring a PBP game to a grinding halt, so I don't follow that format.

Ideally, everyone posts their actions (incl. dice rolls - I'd rather you roll and not need it than not roll and need it) as they have time to come online and make a post, and then I roll NPC/Monster actions during the update and sort out who did what when by looking at static initiative bonuses and compose my update around that turn order.

I will also look at what is being declared and make it all work as much in favor of the players as possible. No shenanigans where you lose your turn chopping at an enemy somebody else killed already or having the wizard flamebroil another PC with their fireball for rushing in, etc.

This does rob y'all of the tactical mini-game that having an initiative order encourages, but it keeps the game flowing, and to my mind that alone makes it worth it.

:'''Note:''' I will do my best to be sure you guys have the necessary information to resolve your own rolls in combat scenes (AC/HP/Saves etc) to ensure things go as smooth and hitch free as we can manage.

:'''Note:''' For those folk who get bonuses for specific initiative-centric builds/feats/etc, I'll work out a satisfactory equivalent with you before play starts.

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[[D%26D_5e:_Against_the_Fathomless#Player_Characters| < < < Back to the Top]]

'''Inspiration'''

Instead of the hoop jumping suggested for this oft forgotten resource, I prefer if inspiration instead just refreshes every short and long rest.
*You can only ever have one at a time.
*Players may donate their inspiration to another player who has none if they wish.

----
[[D%26D_5e:_Against_the_Fathomless#Player_Characters| < < < Back to the Top]]

==PVP==
While there is the potential for player vs player conflict in any game, I prefer not to run games that lean heavily to that assumption. Games like that simply do not need a GM, and I would much rather spend my time running games that ''do'' need a GM.

'''For reference, what I consider PVP basically amounts to this:''' ''If an action would require dice to affect an NPC, then it counts as PVP to use against a PC''.

So disagreements, trash talking, indirect actions that might affect another character but aren't made directly against that character are all potentially on the table with the caveat that if something just makes the game not fun for someone that we respect that and steer clear.
----
If you want to do something that directly acts against another player's character, proceed based on the following criteria:
: '''Unilateral Permission:''' The other player agrees to your action. No rolls are needed. Just RP it out.
: '''Limited Permission:''' The other player doesn't agree that it is an automatic thing, but does agree to let the math rocks decide. Roll it out. If initiative is a concern, I will handle that case by case.
: '''Declined Permission:''' The other player does not agree to PVP. Move on with something else.

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Fathomless: Character Generation

2024-10-19T15:46:06Z

Brahnamin:

__NOTOC__
[[D%26D_5e:_Against_the_Fathomless|< < < Back to Main Page]]

'''Limits'''
:No Artificers
:The Fathomless are unavailable as Warlock Patrons
:No non-class-related Pets; No Mounts
:PHB Races Only (Tasha's Ability Mods for Ancestry are still an option, but Tasha's Custom Lineage is not)
:PHB Backgrounds Only (Tasha's skill/tool/language swaps are still an option)
:We will not be using the Free-Feat house rule for this game.
:Healing potions are not available to purchase as standard gear.

'''Level:''' Characters start at '''L9'''

'''Attributes:''' Generate base attributes via Standard Array [15 14 13 12 10 8] or Customizing Variant [27 pts] (Both on PHB pp13).

Use PHB Ancestry Attribute Modifiers or Tasha's Ancestry Attribute Modifiers as you prefer.

Variant Human is available. Tasha's Custom Lineage is not.

'''Campaign Feature:''' All characters have a chance to detect nearby Dimensional Portals (60' radius) with Passive Perception, and a chance to open it on a successful Arcana check.

DC will vary by portal, but 12 will be the most common DC.

'''Hit Points:''' Max HP + Double Con Mod for L1; Average HP + Regular Con Mod for L2 - L9.

'''Sub-Classes:''' Ask before using Tasha's (Feature Options and Sub-Classes, both) or Xanathar's (Sub-Classes) sources as some may be excluded or require modification to be included. Not opening this game to other Sub-Class sources at all.

'''Gear:''' Rather than nickel and diming the process, everyone may start with whatever non-magical/non-special-material armor they prefer (provided they are proficient in said armor), whatever non-magical weapons they want (again, must be proficient), a Holy Symbol or Spell Focus if appropriate, and whatever regular gear you want and can carry.

'''Wealth''' Additionally, you have 150 gold remaining after all purchases.

'''Magic Items'''
:'''Amulet of the Planes''' (Broken/Cursed)''':''' Each character bears a piece of this broken amulet and cannot be rid of it. Each piece functions as the amulet described in the DMG with the following limitations:
::Activating one piece activates all the pieces with the result/destination of the original activation.
::Once any piece of the amulet has been activated, no piece may be activated until after the completion of a short or long rest.
::The Mortal Realm (Prime Material Plane) cannot be reached by the broken amulet.

:'''Potion of Greater Healing''' [4d4+4]''':''' Each character has two.

:'''Player's Choice: '''Choose one '''Rare''' or two '''Uncommon''' Magic Items from the DMG (no other sources please) with the following limitation: ''No items that allow the user to levitate or fly; No items that allow the user to phase.''

:'''Group Choice:''' The group has the following magic items. Decide among you which one each of you is carrying/attuned to.
::Decanter of Endless Water.
::Bag of Holding
::Immovable Rod
::Rope of Climbing

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Fathomless: Character Generation

2024-10-19T15:45:15Z

Brahnamin:

__NOTOC__
[[D%26D_5e:_Against_the_Fathomless|< < < Back to Main Page]]

'''Limits'''
:No Artificers
:The Fathomless are unavailable as Warlock Patrons
:No non-class-related Pets; No Mounts
:PHB Races Only (Tasha's Ability Mods for Ancestry are still an option)
:PHB Backgrounds Only (Tasha's skill/tool/language swaps are still an option)
:We will not be using the Free-Feat house rule for this game.
:Healing potions are not available to purchase as standard gear.

'''Level:''' Characters start at '''L9'''

'''Attributes:''' Generate base attributes via Standard Array [15 14 13 12 10 8] or Customizing Variant [27 pts] (Both on PHB pp13).

Use PHB Ancestry Attribute Modifiers or Tasha's Ancestry Attribute Modifiers as you prefer.

Variant Human is available. Tasha's Custom Lineage is not.

'''Campaign Feature:''' All characters have a chance to detect nearby Dimensional Portals (60' radius) with Passive Perception, and a chance to open it on a successful Arcana check.

DC will vary by portal, but 12 will be the most common DC.

'''Hit Points:''' Max HP + Double Con Mod for L1; Average HP + Regular Con Mod for L2 - L9.

'''Sub-Classes:''' Ask before using Tasha's (Feature Options and Sub-Classes, both) or Xanathar's (Sub-Classes) sources as some may be excluded or require modification to be included. Not opening this game to other Sub-Class sources at all.

'''Gear:''' Rather than nickel and diming the process, everyone may start with whatever non-magical/non-special-material armor they prefer (provided they are proficient in said armor), whatever non-magical weapons they want (again, must be proficient), a Holy Symbol or Spell Focus if appropriate, and whatever regular gear you want and can carry.

'''Wealth''' Additionally, you have 150 gold remaining after all purchases.

'''Magic Items'''
:'''Amulet of the Planes''' (Broken/Cursed)''':''' Each character bears a piece of this broken amulet and cannot be rid of it. Each piece functions as the amulet described in the DMG with the following limitations:
::Activating one piece activates all the pieces with the result/destination of the original activation.
::Once any piece of the amulet has been activated, no piece may be activated until after the completion of a short or long rest.
::The Mortal Realm (Prime Material Plane) cannot be reached by the broken amulet.

:'''Potion of Greater Healing''' [4d4+4]''':''' Each character has two.

:'''Player's Choice: '''Choose one '''Rare''' or two '''Uncommon''' Magic Items from the DMG (no other sources please) with the following limitation: ''No items that allow the user to levitate or fly; No items that allow the user to phase.''

:'''Group Choice:''' The group has the following magic items. Decide among you which one each of you is carrying/attuned to.
::Decanter of Endless Water.
::Bag of Holding
::Immovable Rod
::Rope of Climbing

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Fathomless: Character Generation

2024-10-19T15:43:50Z

Brahnamin:

__NOTOC__
[[D%26D_5e:_Against_the_Fathomless|< < < Back to Main Page]]

'''Limits'''
:No Artificers
:The Fathomless are unavailable as Warlock Patrons
:No non-class-related Pets; No Mounts
:PHB Races Only (Tasha's Ability Mods for Ancestry are still an option)
:PHB Backgrounds Only (Tasha's skill/tool/language swaps are still an option)
:We will not be using the Free-Feat house rule for this game.
:Healing potions are not available to purchase as standard gear.

'''Level:''' Characters start at '''L9'''

'''Attributes:''' Generate base attributes via Standard Array [15 14 13 12 10 8] or Customizing Variant [27 pts] (Both on PHB pp13).

Use PHB Ancestry Attribute Modifiers or Tasha's Ancestry Attribute Modifiers as you prefer.

Variant Human is available. Tasha's Custom Lineage is not.

'''Hit Points:''' Max HP + Double Con Mod for L1; Average HP + Regular Con Mod for L2 - L9.

'''Sub-Classes:''' Ask before using Tasha's (Feature Options and Sub-Classes, both) or Xanathar's (Sub-Classes) sources as some may be excluded or require modification to be included. Not opening this game to other Sub-Class sources at all.

'''Gear:''' Rather than nickel and diming the process, everyone may start with whatever non-magical/non-special-material armor they prefer (provided they are proficient in said armor), whatever non-magical weapons they want (again, must be proficient), a Holy Symbol or Spell Focus if appropriate, and whatever regular gear you want and can carry.

'''Wealth''' Additionally, you have 150 gold remaining after all purchases.

'''Magic Items'''
:'''Amulet of the Planes''' (Broken/Cursed)''':''' Each character bears a piece of this broken amulet and cannot be rid of it. Each piece functions as the amulet described in the DMG with the following limitations:
::Activating one piece activates all the pieces with the result/destination of the original activation.
::Once any piece of the amulet has been activated, no piece may be activated until after the completion of a short or long rest.
::The Mortal Realm (Prime Material Plane) cannot be reached by the broken amulet.

:'''Potion of Greater Healing''' [4d4+4]''':''' Each character has two.

:'''Player's Choice: '''Choose one '''Rare''' or two '''Uncommon''' Magic Items from the DMG (no other sources please) with the following limitation: ''No items that allow the user to levitate or fly; No items that allow the user to phase.''

:'''Group Choice:''' The group has the following magic items. Decide among you which one each of you is carrying/attuned to.
::Decanter of Endless Water.
::Bag of Holding
::Immovable Rod
::Rope of Climbing

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Fathomless: Character Generation

2024-10-19T15:41:41Z

Brahnamin:

__NOTOC__
[[D%26D_5e:_Against_the_Fathomless|< < < Back to Main Page]]

'''Limits'''
:No Artificers
:The Fathomless are unavailable as Warlock Patrons
:No non-class-related Pets; No Mounts
:PHB Races Only (Tasha's Ability Mods for Ancestry are still an option)
:PHB Backgrounds Only (Tasha's skill/tool/language swaps are still an option)
:We will not be using the Free-Feat house rule for this game.
:Healing potions are not available to purchase as standard gear.

'''Level:''' Characters start at '''L9'''

'''Attributes:''' Generate base attributes via Standard Array [15 14 13 12 10 8] or Customizing Variant [27 pts] (Both on PHB pp13).

Use PHB Ancestry Attribute Modifiers or Tasha's Ancestry Attribute Modifiers as you prefer.

Variant Human is available. Tasha's Custom Lineage is not.

'''Hit Points:''' Max HP + Double Con Mod for L1; Average HP + Regular Con Mod for L2 - L9.

'''Sub-Classes:''' Ask before using Tasha's (Feature Options and Sub-Classes, both) or Xanathar's (Sub-Classes) sources. Not opening this game to other sources at all.

'''Gear:''' Rather than nickel and diming the process, everyone may start with whatever non-magical/non-special-material armor they prefer (provided they are proficient in said armor), whatever non-magical weapons they want (again, must be proficient), a Holy Symbol or Spell Focus if appropriate, and whatever regular gear you want and can carry.

'''Wealth''' Additionally, you have 150 gold remaining after all purchases.

'''Magic Items'''
:'''Amulet of the Planes''' (Broken/Cursed)''':''' Each character bears a piece of this broken amulet and cannot be rid of it. Each piece functions as the amulet described in the DMG with the following limitations:
::Activating one piece activates all the pieces with the result/destination of the original activation.
::Once any piece of the amulet has been activated, no piece may be activated until after the completion of a short or long rest.
::The Mortal Realm (Prime Material Plane) cannot be reached by the broken amulet.

:'''Potion of Greater Healing''' [4d4+4]''':''' Each character has two.

:'''Player's Choice: '''Choose one '''Rare''' or two '''Uncommon''' Magic Items from the DMG (no other sources please) with the following limitation: ''No items that allow the user to levitate or fly; No items that allow the user to phase.''

:'''Group Choice:''' The group has the following magic items. Decide among you which one each of you is carrying/attuned to.
::Decanter of Endless Water.
::Bag of Holding
::Immovable Rod
::Rope of Climbing

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Firefly: Big Damned Heroes

2024-10-17T10:12:45Z

Brahnamin: /* Complications and Assets */

__NOTOC__
[[File:BDHcover0001.png|600px|center]]
==''The work's illegal, but at least it's honest.''==

=Character Files/Meta Currencies=
I will update the Character Table on the wiki each time I update the IC thread. Please do not update the table yourselves. I don't want anyone losing Plot Points or Big Damned Hero Dice from double subtraction.

If you feel I have forgotten to update the table or that my math is wrong, let me know OOC or DM me and I will fix it. Likewise, if I make a mistake on the Character/GM Complications/Assets lists, let me know and I'll fix it. These also get updated when I update the IC thread.

{| class="wikitable"
| '''Character'''
| '''Role'''
| '''Played by'''
|
! '''EP'''
|
! [[file:d6a.png|24px|d6]]
! [[file:d8a.png|24px|d8]]
! [[file:d10a.png|24px|d10]]
! [[file:d12a.png|24px|d12]]
|
! '''PP'''
|-
|scope="row" colspan="12"|
|-
| '''[[Big_Damned_Heroes:_Captain_Nat|Nadezdha]]'''
| Owner
| ''[https://forum.rpg.net/index.php?members/kittlefish.62862/ kittlefish]''
|scope="col" rowspan="10"|
! [[file:d2b.png|24px]]
|scope="col" rowspan="10"|
!
! 1
!
!
|scope="col" rowspan="10"|
! 2
|-
| '''[[Sunrise_Aigele|Sunrise_Aigele]]'''
| Captain
| [https://forum.rpg.net/index.php?members/dersen-lowery.72493/ Dersen Lowery]
! [[file:d1b.png|24px]]
!
! 1
!
!
! 0
|-
| '''[[Big_Damned_Heroes:_C7|Cedric]]'''
| First Mate
| [https://forum.rpg.net/index.php?members/camk4evr.115244/ camk4evr]
! [[file:d0a.png|24px]]
!
! 1
!
!
! 4
|-
| '''[[John_Lee|John Lee]]'''
| Pilot
| [https://forum.rpg.net/index.php?members/eplov.229812/ Eplov]
! [[file:d1b.png|24px]]
!
! 1
!
!
! 2
|-
| '''[[Big_Damned_Heroes:_C3|Nola]]'''
| Mechanic
| ''[https://forum.rpg.net/index.php?members/stormraven.9897/ Stormraven]''
! [[file:d0a.png|24px]]
!
!
!
!
! 2
|-
| '''[[Big_Damned_Heroes:_C5|India]]'''
| Doctor
|''[https://forum.rpg.net/index.php?members/blacksheep.2831/ BlackSheep]''
! [[file:d0a.png|24px]]
!
!
!
!
! 2
|-
| '''[[Big_Damned_Heroes:_C1|Brother Foresight]]'''
| Security
| ''[https://forum.rpg.net/index.php?members/muskrat.144471/ Muskrat]''
! [[file:d2b.png|24px]]
!
! 1
!
!
! 4
|-
| '''[[Big_Damned_Heroes:_C4|Gideon]]'''
| Companion
| ''[https://forum.rpg.net/index.php?members/strange-behaviour.186867/ strange behaviour]''
! [[file:d2b.png|24px]]
!
!
!
!
! 2
|-
|-
|! scope="row" colspan="12"|
|-
|! scope="row" colspan="12"|
|-
|! scope="row" colspan="12"|
|-
| ! scope="row" colspan="1"|'''GM'''
| Shenanigans
|! scope="row" colspan="9"|''[https://forum.rpg.net/index.php?members/brahnamin.70442/ brahnamin]''
! 6
|-
|}

[[BDH:_Former_CRew|'''Former Crew''']]

==Complications and Assets==
[[file:d6a.png|24px|d6]] [[file:d8a.png|24px|d8]] [[file:d10a.png|24px|d10]] [[file:d12a.png|24px|d12]]

Complication [C] '''//''' Scene Asset [S] '''/''' Episode Asset [E]
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: [C] '''Red Flag/Blue Flag''' [[file:d8a.png|24px|d8]] John
: [C] '''Stranger Danger''' [[file:d8a.png|24px|d8]] Brother Foresight
: [C] '''Emily's Thing''' [[file:d10a.png|24px|d10]] India
: [C] '''Watching You Watching Me''' [[file:d6a.png|24px|d6]] Nola
: [C] '''Page Family Grudge''' [[file:d6a.png|24px|d6]] Sunrise
: [C] '''Lounge Lizzie''' [[file:d6a.png|24px|d6]] Cedric
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: [S]
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: [E] '''Infatuated''' [[file:d8a.png|24px|d8]] India/Gideon
: [E] '''Uncle-Daddy''' [[file:d8a.png|24px|d8]] John
: [E] '''With the Band''' [[file:d8a.png|24px|d8]] '''All'''. They say it's not ''what'' you know but ''who'' you know. Due to their association with Nat (and by extension her old band ''Shooting Starlight'') the crew may add this asset to any roll that includes an element of influence where reputation might matter. '''Nat''' herself may roll the asset as a [[file:d10a.png|24px|d10]]
: [E] '''Tightened Security''' [[file:d8a.png|24px|d8]] John
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==Our Story So Far==
Click [[BDH:__Episode_Archives|'''HERE''']] to read our story premise and explore the episode archives.

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==The Ship Herself :: XP [[File:d1b.png|32px]]==
[[BDH:_The_Shìjiàn_Shìjiè | '''The Shìjiàn Shìjiè''' (Event Horizon)]] is a series-3 Firefly Class Transport modded for smuggling.

[[File:Ffsilhouette0006.png|600px|center]]

:[[BDH:_Ship_Advancement | '''Ship Advancement''']]

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==Chargen==
[[File:BDHavatar0002.png|350px|right]]
Click [[BDH:_Chargen|'''HERE''']] to build your Big Damned Hero.
: [[BDH:_Template|'''Blank Character Template''']]
: [[BDH:_Character_Advancement|'''Character Advancement''']]

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==Mods==
Click [[BDH:_Game_Mods|'''HERE''']] to see which Cortex Mods we will be using with this game.

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==Player Expectations==
'''Post Frequency'''
* I am asking for a '''daily''' posting commitment for this game as a general rule, with the understanding that posting might be less frequent on weekends and holidays. Meatworld being what it is, this generally averages to 3-4 GM updates per week.
:'''Note:''' if 24-36 hours have gone by since my last GM update, I may post a new update, even if all players have not posted, to maintain momentum.

'''Post Absences'''
*If you will ''not'' be able to post, for whatever reason, please ping us in OOC if you can so we know what is going on or post to the [https://forum.rpg.net/showthread.php?709532-Grand-Central-Absences-Station Absences Thread] (I pretty much check that thing every time it lights up).

'''Post Formatting'''
* Please '''bold''' your character's name at the top of each IC post or '''bold''' the first instance of your character's name in the body of the post. We all game with lots of folk, sometimes with the same players in different games; this just makes it easier to keep track of which character we're addressing.

* If you are addressing another PC in your post it is helpful to '''bold''' their character name as well so it stands out for them.

* OOC blocks are fine for showing dice rolls and brief OOC comments directly related to a particular post. Please sblock if you need to include large blocks of text related to your IC post. All other OOC content should go in the OOC thread itself.

* Do not place action statements (incl pp spends/asset generation) or dice rolls in the OOC Thread. I will never keep up with those. All action statements and dice rolls should go in the IC Thread [with dice rolls OOC Blocked].

* Please link all dice rolls back to your dice roller.

[[File:Alice001.png|500px|center]]

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==Resource Bidding==
PBP format doesn't work well for Player/GM back and forth, so I do my best to avoid it. This means the bidding aspect of spending PP on a roll kinda drops off. Instead, I find it helpful for players to indicate (if you are able) how many PP/BDHD you are willing to spend (if any) to succeed on the roll. I will do my best to make sure those PP are spent as economically as possible to achieve your desired outcome.

If my GMC is willing (presuming I have the PP to burn) to spend enough GM PP that you cannot succeed, I will let you know that so you don't have to burn PP if you don't want to on a failed action (though you always have the option to spend your PP to force me to spend mine in those situations).

If I am requiring an action of you (defending vs an attack, random notice check, etc) I will roll stakes so you know what you are rolling against, and I will tell you what PP I am willing to spend. I don't generally pre-roll for actions I think you ''might'' take no matter how obvious it may seem, because I don't want to influence how you choose to act in a scene.

If you would earn a pp for using an SFX (including Hinder), you may spend that pp on the roll that earned it. Likewise if the GM buys a rolled hitch.

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[[File:FFC0003.png|300px|center]]

==PVP==
While there is the potential for a fairly significant amount of player vs player conflict in a game like this one, I prefer not to run games that lean heavily to that assumption. Games like that simply do not need a GM, and I would much rather spend my time running games that ''do'' need a GM.

[[File:FFChef0002.png|300px|right]]

For reference, what I consider PVP basically amounts to this:

'''If an action would require dice to affect a GMC, then it counts as PVP if used against a PC'''

So disagreements, trash talking, indirect actions that might affect another character but aren't made directly against that character are all potentially on the table with the caveat that if something just makes the game not fun for someone that we respect that and steer clear.

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If you want to do something that directly acts against another player's character, proceed based on the following criteria:

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'''Unilateral Permission:''' The other player agrees to your action. No rolls are needed. Just RP it out.

'''Limited Permission:''' The other player doesn't agree that it is an automatic thing, but does agree to let the math rocks decide. Roll it out.

'''Declined Permission:''' The other player does not agree to PVP. Move on with something else.

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==Development and Play Threads==
[https://forum.rpg.net/index.php?threads/open-recruitment-firefly-big-damned-heroes.915917/ Recruitment Thread]

[https://forum.rpg.net/index.php?threads/firefly-big-damned-heroes-cortex-prime.916228/ OOC Thread]

[https://forum.rpg.net/index.php?threads/firefly-big-damned-heroes-cortex-prime.916230/ IC Thread]

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==Other Resources==
[https://firefly.fandom.com/wiki/Main_Page Firefly Wiki] Wiki by Fandom for the show Firefly.

[[Firefly:_Speechifying_in_the_'Verse|Chinese Slang & Firefly Phrases]] For adding color to how your character speaks.

[https://www.google.com/search?safe=off&sxsrf=ALeKk01grWpeS6Tz0eB11tkjbto7hO5M-Q%3A1613327080894&ei=6GopYISWNqLJ5gKqvKDoDg&q=english+to+chinese&oq=english+to+chinese&gs_lcp=Cgdnd3Mtd2l6EAwyBwgjELADECcyBwgAELADEEMyBwgAELADEEMyBwgAELADEEMyBwgAELADEEMyBwgAELADEEMyBwgAELADEEMyBwgAELADEEMyBwgAELADEEMyBwgAELADEENQAFgAYIbOXGgBcAJ4AIABWYgBWZIBATGYAQCqAQdnd3Mtd2l6yAEKwAEB&sclient=gws-wiz&ved=0ahUKEwiEqsDc_-nuAhWipFkKHSoeCO0Q4dUDCA0 Translator] English/Chinese Dictionary.

[http://orokos.com/roll/?action=roll Orokos] Online Dice Roller.

[https://forum.rpg.net/showthread.php?709532-Grand-Central-Absences-Station Absences Thread] If you can't post for whatever reason let us know here or in OOC.

[http://exploring-infinity.com/2011/12/23/leveragin-the-black-situation-generator/ Firefly Job Generator] (GM Tool)

[[File:Fix00003.png|250px]]

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==Alternate Players==
*'''-'''
*'''-'''

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BDH: Episode 2

2024-10-17T09:14:27Z

Brahnamin: /* Notable GMCs */

__NOTOC__
=Voices in the Black=
Deadwood is the 7th planet of the Blue Sun System and about as far away from anywhere as you can get and still have a rock to land on.

It doesn't usually have much to recommend it job-wise for a crew of the ''Event Horizon's'' talents, but this year, in the Township of Red Rock, it plays host to the low budget, but extremely popular Tri-V music contest, ''Voices in the Black''.

'''This year's prize?'''

The very last ''Gibson Les Paul'' ever produced on ''Earth That Was'', the ruby-red hollow-body, ''Molly McBride''.

''Kim Jian'', the ''disputed-but-rightful'' owner of the guitar, has hired the crew to steal the famous instrument back.

[[BDH:_Episode_Archives| < < < Back to Episode Archives]]

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==Locations==
'''Deadwood:''' 7th planet of the Blue Sun system
:'''Red Rock:''' Township where the contest is being held

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==Factions==
'''''Voices in the Black'' Producers'''

[[BDH:_Episode_Archives| < < < Back to Episode Archives]]

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==Notable GMCs==
:'''Kim Jian:''' The Client

:'''Kyler Martin:''' Executive Producer VitB
::Miss Kelly: Kyler's personal On-Set Liaison
::Miss Kellee: Security Liaison
::Miss Keli: Audience/Personality Liaison

:'''Sergeant Tycho:''' Judge
:'''Nettie Aguilera:''' Judge
:'''Pepper Park:''' Judge

:'''Jerrid Jacobs:''' Red Rocks Township's Marshal
::Bernice Red: Deputy Marshal

:Mac: Barkeep at the Orange Crush

:James Page: Owner, Red Rocks Township Hotel
::Miss Joan: Proprietress, Red Rock Township Hotel
::Alex and Eddie: Mr James' rowdy nephews

:Ari and Dave Huxley: Ranchers at the Circle Q

:Charlie: Set Medic [NP]

:Barley Jones: Voices 0in the Black - stage host

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==Contestants==
Oaty Bar (Folk/Pop)

Maycroft Jones (Blues)

Rim Pickers (Bluegrass/Ska Fusion)
:Billy Brass (Trumpet)
:Silly String (Banjolin)

Turn Style (Urban Funk)

Lil Kicker (Hip Hop)

Reetha (Gospel)

Pixie Chicks (Filk Singers)
:Jenny
:Boone
:Lisa

Ten Gallon (Country)

Border Pirates (Country)
:Connie Butters
:Mark Lane

Low Gravity (Jazz)
:Boz Crane
:Dan Crane

John Lee (Pop)

Ali Cat (Pop)

Curfew Bill (Blues)

Warbler (Folk)

Susu Suzio (Pop)

Haji (Bhatiali/Pop)

Vox Romana (Techno/Pop)

Straw Hat (Country)

Brother Jane (Gospel)

Dirty Lyrics (Pop)
:Kit
:Waylon
:Greene

Fancy Stephens (Gospel)

Truce Armistice (Political Rocker)

Rabbit (Country/Metal)

Code Red (Balladeer)

[[BDH:_Episode_Archives| < < < Back to Episode Archives]]

[[Firefly:_Big_Damned_Heroes|< < < Back to Main Page]]

Firefly: Big Damned Heroes

2024-10-14T01:05:03Z

Brahnamin: /* Character Files/Meta Currencies */

__NOTOC__
[[File:BDHcover0001.png|600px|center]]
==''The work's illegal, but at least it's honest.''==

=Character Files/Meta Currencies=
I will update the Character Table on the wiki each time I update the IC thread. Please do not update the table yourselves. I don't want anyone losing Plot Points or Big Damned Hero Dice from double subtraction.

If you feel I have forgotten to update the table or that my math is wrong, let me know OOC or DM me and I will fix it. Likewise, if I make a mistake on the Character/GM Complications/Assets lists, let me know and I'll fix it. These also get updated when I update the IC thread.

{| class="wikitable"
| '''Character'''
| '''Role'''
| '''Played by'''
|
! '''EP'''
|
! [[file:d6a.png|24px|d6]]
! [[file:d8a.png|24px|d8]]
! [[file:d10a.png|24px|d10]]
! [[file:d12a.png|24px|d12]]
|
! '''PP'''
|-
|scope="row" colspan="12"|
|-
| '''[[Big_Damned_Heroes:_Captain_Nat|Nadezdha]]'''
| Owner
| ''[https://forum.rpg.net/index.php?members/kittlefish.62862/ kittlefish]''
|scope="col" rowspan="10"|
! [[file:d2b.png|24px]]
|scope="col" rowspan="10"|
!
! 1
!
!
|scope="col" rowspan="10"|
! 2
|-
| '''[[Sunrise_Aigele|Sunrise_Aigele]]'''
| Captain
| [https://forum.rpg.net/index.php?members/dersen-lowery.72493/ Dersen Lowery]
! [[file:d1b.png|24px]]
!
! 1
!
!
! 0
|-
| '''[[Big_Damned_Heroes:_C7|Cedric]]'''
| First Mate
| [https://forum.rpg.net/index.php?members/camk4evr.115244/ camk4evr]
! [[file:d0a.png|24px]]
!
! 1
!
!
! 4
|-
| '''[[John_Lee|John Lee]]'''
| Pilot
| [https://forum.rpg.net/index.php?members/eplov.229812/ Eplov]
! [[file:d1b.png|24px]]
!
! 1
!
!
! 2
|-
| '''[[Big_Damned_Heroes:_C3|Nola]]'''
| Mechanic
| ''[https://forum.rpg.net/index.php?members/stormraven.9897/ Stormraven]''
! [[file:d0a.png|24px]]
!
!
!
!
! 2
|-
| '''[[Big_Damned_Heroes:_C5|India]]'''
| Doctor
|''[https://forum.rpg.net/index.php?members/blacksheep.2831/ BlackSheep]''
! [[file:d0a.png|24px]]
!
!
!
!
! 2
|-
| '''[[Big_Damned_Heroes:_C1|Brother Foresight]]'''
| Security
| ''[https://forum.rpg.net/index.php?members/muskrat.144471/ Muskrat]''
! [[file:d2b.png|24px]]
!
! 1
!
!
! 4
|-
| '''[[Big_Damned_Heroes:_C4|Gideon]]'''
| Companion
| ''[https://forum.rpg.net/index.php?members/strange-behaviour.186867/ strange behaviour]''
! [[file:d2b.png|24px]]
!
!
!
!
! 2
|-
|-
|! scope="row" colspan="12"|
|-
|! scope="row" colspan="12"|
|-
|! scope="row" colspan="12"|
|-
| ! scope="row" colspan="1"|'''GM'''
| Shenanigans
|! scope="row" colspan="9"|''[https://forum.rpg.net/index.php?members/brahnamin.70442/ brahnamin]''
! 6
|-
|}

[[BDH:_Former_CRew|'''Former Crew''']]

==Complications and Assets==
[[file:d6a.png|24px|d6]] [[file:d8a.png|24px|d8]] [[file:d10a.png|24px|d10]] [[file:d12a.png|24px|d12]]

Complication [C] '''//''' Scene Asset [S] '''/''' Episode Asset [E]
----
----
: [C] '''Red Flag/Blue Flag''' [[file:d8a.png|24px|d8]] John
: [C] '''Stranger Danger''' [[file:d8a.png|24px|d8]] Brother Foresight
: [C] '''Emily's Thing''' [[file:d10a.png|24px|d10]] India
: [C] '''Watching You Watching Me''' [[file:d6a.png|24px|d6]] Nola
: [C] '''Page Family Grudge''' [[file:d6a.png|24px|d6]] Sunrise: [C] '''Lounge Lizzie''' [[file:d6a.png|24px|d6]] Cedric
----
----
: [S]
----
: [E] '''Infatuated''' [[file:d8a.png|24px|d8]] India/Gideon
: [E] '''Uncle-Daddy''' [[file:d8a.png|24px|d8]] John
: [E] '''With the Band''' [[file:d8a.png|24px|d8]] '''All'''. They say it's not ''what'' you know but ''who'' you know. Due to their association with Nat (and by extension her old band ''Shooting Starlight'') the crew may add this asset to any roll that includes an element of influence where reputation might matter. '''Nat''' herself may roll the asset as a [[file:d10a.png|24px|d10]]
: [E] '''Tightened Security''' [[file:d8a.png|24px|d8]] John
----
----

[[Firefly:_Big_Damned_Heroes#Character_Files.2FMeta_Currencies|< < < Back to Top]]

----
----

==Our Story So Far==
Click [[BDH:__Episode_Archives|'''HERE''']] to read our story premise and explore the episode archives.

[[Firefly:_Big_Damned_Heroes#Character_Files.2FMeta_Currencies|< < < Back to Top]]

==The Ship Herself :: XP [[File:d1b.png|32px]]==
[[BDH:_The_Shìjiàn_Shìjiè | '''The Shìjiàn Shìjiè''' (Event Horizon)]] is a series-3 Firefly Class Transport modded for smuggling.

[[File:Ffsilhouette0006.png|600px|center]]

:[[BDH:_Ship_Advancement | '''Ship Advancement''']]

[[Firefly:_Big_Damned_Heroes#Character_Files.2FMeta_Currencies|< < < Back to Top]]

==Chargen==
[[File:BDHavatar0002.png|350px|right]]
Click [[BDH:_Chargen|'''HERE''']] to build your Big Damned Hero.
: [[BDH:_Template|'''Blank Character Template''']]
: [[BDH:_Character_Advancement|'''Character Advancement''']]

[[Firefly:_Big_Damned_Heroes#Character_Files.2FMeta_Currencies|< < < Back to Top]]

==Mods==
Click [[BDH:_Game_Mods|'''HERE''']] to see which Cortex Mods we will be using with this game.

[[Firefly:_Big_Damned_Heroes#Character_Files.2FMeta_Currencies|< < < Back to Top]]

==Player Expectations==
'''Post Frequency'''
* I am asking for a '''daily''' posting commitment for this game as a general rule, with the understanding that posting might be less frequent on weekends and holidays. Meatworld being what it is, this generally averages to 3-4 GM updates per week.
:'''Note:''' if 24-36 hours have gone by since my last GM update, I may post a new update, even if all players have not posted, to maintain momentum.

'''Post Absences'''
*If you will ''not'' be able to post, for whatever reason, please ping us in OOC if you can so we know what is going on or post to the [https://forum.rpg.net/showthread.php?709532-Grand-Central-Absences-Station Absences Thread] (I pretty much check that thing every time it lights up).

'''Post Formatting'''
* Please '''bold''' your character's name at the top of each IC post or '''bold''' the first instance of your character's name in the body of the post. We all game with lots of folk, sometimes with the same players in different games; this just makes it easier to keep track of which character we're addressing.

* If you are addressing another PC in your post it is helpful to '''bold''' their character name as well so it stands out for them.

* OOC blocks are fine for showing dice rolls and brief OOC comments directly related to a particular post. Please sblock if you need to include large blocks of text related to your IC post. All other OOC content should go in the OOC thread itself.

* Do not place action statements (incl pp spends/asset generation) or dice rolls in the OOC Thread. I will never keep up with those. All action statements and dice rolls should go in the IC Thread [with dice rolls OOC Blocked].

* Please link all dice rolls back to your dice roller.

[[File:Alice001.png|500px|center]]

[[Firefly:_Big_Damned_Heroes#Character_Files.2FMeta_Currencies|< < < Back to Top]]

==Resource Bidding==
PBP format doesn't work well for Player/GM back and forth, so I do my best to avoid it. This means the bidding aspect of spending PP on a roll kinda drops off. Instead, I find it helpful for players to indicate (if you are able) how many PP/BDHD you are willing to spend (if any) to succeed on the roll. I will do my best to make sure those PP are spent as economically as possible to achieve your desired outcome.

If my GMC is willing (presuming I have the PP to burn) to spend enough GM PP that you cannot succeed, I will let you know that so you don't have to burn PP if you don't want to on a failed action (though you always have the option to spend your PP to force me to spend mine in those situations).

If I am requiring an action of you (defending vs an attack, random notice check, etc) I will roll stakes so you know what you are rolling against, and I will tell you what PP I am willing to spend. I don't generally pre-roll for actions I think you ''might'' take no matter how obvious it may seem, because I don't want to influence how you choose to act in a scene.

If you would earn a pp for using an SFX (including Hinder), you may spend that pp on the roll that earned it. Likewise if the GM buys a rolled hitch.

[[Firefly:_Big_Damned_Heroes#Character_Files.2FMeta_Currencies|< < < Back to Top]]

[[File:FFC0003.png|300px|center]]

==PVP==
While there is the potential for a fairly significant amount of player vs player conflict in a game like this one, I prefer not to run games that lean heavily to that assumption. Games like that simply do not need a GM, and I would much rather spend my time running games that ''do'' need a GM.

[[File:FFChef0002.png|300px|right]]

For reference, what I consider PVP basically amounts to this:

'''If an action would require dice to affect a GMC, then it counts as PVP if used against a PC'''

So disagreements, trash talking, indirect actions that might affect another character but aren't made directly against that character are all potentially on the table with the caveat that if something just makes the game not fun for someone that we respect that and steer clear.

----

If you want to do something that directly acts against another player's character, proceed based on the following criteria:

----

'''Unilateral Permission:''' The other player agrees to your action. No rolls are needed. Just RP it out.

'''Limited Permission:''' The other player doesn't agree that it is an automatic thing, but does agree to let the math rocks decide. Roll it out.

'''Declined Permission:''' The other player does not agree to PVP. Move on with something else.

[[Firefly:_Big_Damned_Heroes#Character_Files.2FMeta_Currencies|< < < Back to Top]]

==Development and Play Threads==
[https://forum.rpg.net/index.php?threads/open-recruitment-firefly-big-damned-heroes.915917/ Recruitment Thread]

[https://forum.rpg.net/index.php?threads/firefly-big-damned-heroes-cortex-prime.916228/ OOC Thread]

[https://forum.rpg.net/index.php?threads/firefly-big-damned-heroes-cortex-prime.916230/ IC Thread]

[[Firefly:_Big_Damned_Heroes#Character_Files.2FMeta_Currencies|< < < Back to Top]]

==Other Resources==
[https://firefly.fandom.com/wiki/Main_Page Firefly Wiki] Wiki by Fandom for the show Firefly.

[[Firefly:_Speechifying_in_the_'Verse|Chinese Slang & Firefly Phrases]] For adding color to how your character speaks.

[https://www.google.com/search?safe=off&sxsrf=ALeKk01grWpeS6Tz0eB11tkjbto7hO5M-Q%3A1613327080894&ei=6GopYISWNqLJ5gKqvKDoDg&q=english+to+chinese&oq=english+to+chinese&gs_lcp=Cgdnd3Mtd2l6EAwyBwgjELADECcyBwgAELADEEMyBwgAELADEEMyBwgAELADEEMyBwgAELADEEMyBwgAELADEEMyBwgAELADEEMyBwgAELADEEMyBwgAELADEEMyBwgAELADEENQAFgAYIbOXGgBcAJ4AIABWYgBWZIBATGYAQCqAQdnd3Mtd2l6yAEKwAEB&sclient=gws-wiz&ved=0ahUKEwiEqsDc_-nuAhWipFkKHSoeCO0Q4dUDCA0 Translator] English/Chinese Dictionary.

[http://orokos.com/roll/?action=roll Orokos] Online Dice Roller.

[https://forum.rpg.net/showthread.php?709532-Grand-Central-Absences-Station Absences Thread] If you can't post for whatever reason let us know here or in OOC.

[http://exploring-infinity.com/2011/12/23/leveragin-the-black-situation-generator/ Firefly Job Generator] (GM Tool)

[[File:Fix00003.png|250px]]

[[Firefly:_Big_Damned_Heroes#Character_Files.2FMeta_Currencies|< < < Back to Top]]

==Alternate Players==
*'''-'''
*'''-'''

[[Firefly:_Big_Damned_Heroes#Character_Files.2FMeta_Currencies|< < < Back to Top]]

Firefly: Big Damned Heroes

2024-10-12T17:36:40Z

Brahnamin: /* Character Files/Meta Currencies */

__NOTOC__
[[File:BDHcover0001.png|600px|center]]
==''The work's illegal, but at least it's honest.''==

=Character Files/Meta Currencies=
I will update the Character Table on the wiki each time I update the IC thread. Please do not update the table yourselves. I don't want anyone losing Plot Points or Big Damned Hero Dice from double subtraction.

If you feel I have forgotten to update the table or that my math is wrong, let me know OOC or DM me and I will fix it. Likewise, if I make a mistake on the Character/GM Complications/Assets lists, let me know and I'll fix it. These also get updated when I update the IC thread.

{| class="wikitable"
| '''Character'''
| '''Role'''
| '''Played by'''
|
! '''EP'''
|
! [[file:d6a.png|24px|d6]]
! [[file:d8a.png|24px|d8]]
! [[file:d10a.png|24px|d10]]
! [[file:d12a.png|24px|d12]]
|
! '''PP'''
|-
|scope="row" colspan="12"|
|-
| '''[[Big_Damned_Heroes:_Captain_Nat|Nadezdha]]'''
| Owner
| ''[https://forum.rpg.net/index.php?members/kittlefish.62862/ kittlefish]''
|scope="col" rowspan="10"|
! [[file:d2b.png|24px]]
|scope="col" rowspan="10"|
!
! 1
!
!
|scope="col" rowspan="10"|
! 2
|-
| '''[[Sunrise_Aigele|Sunrise_Aigele]]'''
| Captain
| [https://forum.rpg.net/index.php?members/dersen-lowery.72493/ Dersen Lowery]
! [[file:d1b.png|24px]]
!
! 1
!
!
! 0
|-
| '''[[Big_Damned_Heroes:_C7|Cedric]]'''
| First Mate
| [https://forum.rpg.net/index.php?members/camk4evr.115244/ camk4evr]
! [[file:d0a.png|24px]]
!
! 1
!
!
! 4
|-
| '''[[John_Lee|John Lee]]'''
| Pilot
| [https://forum.rpg.net/index.php?members/eplov.229812/ Eplov]
! [[file:d1b.png|24px]]
!
! 1
!
!
! 2
|-
| '''[[Big_Damned_Heroes:_C3|Nola]]'''
| Mechanic
| ''[https://forum.rpg.net/index.php?members/stormraven.9897/ Stormraven]''
! [[file:d0a.png|24px]]
!
!
!
!
! 2
|-
| '''[[Big_Damned_Heroes:_C5|India]]'''
| Doctor
|''[https://forum.rpg.net/index.php?members/blacksheep.2831/ BlackSheep]''
! [[file:d0a.png|24px]]
!
!
!
!
! 1
|-
| '''[[Big_Damned_Heroes:_C1|Brother Foresight]]'''
| Security
| ''[https://forum.rpg.net/index.php?members/muskrat.144471/ Muskrat]''
! [[file:d2b.png|24px]]
!
! 1
!
!
! 5
|-
| '''[[Big_Damned_Heroes:_C4|Gideon]]'''
| Companion
| ''[https://forum.rpg.net/index.php?members/strange-behaviour.186867/ strange behaviour]''
! [[file:d2b.png|24px]]
!
!
!
!
! 2
|-
|-
|! scope="row" colspan="12"|
|-
|! scope="row" colspan="12"|
|-
|! scope="row" colspan="12"|
|-
| ! scope="row" colspan="1"|'''GM'''
| Shenanigans
|! scope="row" colspan="9"|''[https://forum.rpg.net/index.php?members/brahnamin.70442/ brahnamin]''
! 6
|-
|}

[[BDH:_Former_CRew|'''Former Crew''']]

==Complications and Assets==
[[file:d6a.png|24px|d6]] [[file:d8a.png|24px|d8]] [[file:d10a.png|24px|d10]] [[file:d12a.png|24px|d12]]

Complication [C] '''//''' Scene Asset [S] '''/''' Episode Asset [E]
----
----
: [C] '''Red Flag/Blue Flag''' [[file:d8a.png|24px|d8]] John
: [C] '''Stranger Danger''' [[file:d10a.png|24px|d10]] Brother Foresight
: [C] '''Emily's Thing''' [[file:d8a.png|24px|d8]] India
: [C] '''Watching You Watching Me''' [[file:d6a.png|24px|d6]] Nola
: [C] '''Page Family Grudge''' [[file:d6a.png|24px|d6]] Sunrise: [C] '''Lounge Lizzie''' [[file:d6a.png|24px|d6]] Cedric
----
----
: [S]
----
: [E] '''Infatuated''' [[file:d8a.png|24px|d8]] India/Gideon
: [E] '''Uncle-Daddy''' [[file:d8a.png|24px|d8]] John
: [E] '''With the Band''' [[file:d8a.png|24px|d8]] '''All'''. They say it's not ''what'' you know but ''who'' you know. Due to their association with Nat (and by extension her old band ''Shooting Starlight'') the crew may add this asset to any roll that includes an element of influence where reputation might matter. '''Nat''' herself may roll the asset as a [[file:d10a.png|24px|d10]]
: [E] '''Tightened Security''' [[file:d8a.png|24px|d8]] John
----
----

[[Firefly:_Big_Damned_Heroes#Character_Files.2FMeta_Currencies|< < < Back to Top]]

----
----

==Our Story So Far==
Click [[BDH:__Episode_Archives|'''HERE''']] to read our story premise and explore the episode archives.

[[Firefly:_Big_Damned_Heroes#Character_Files.2FMeta_Currencies|< < < Back to Top]]

==The Ship Herself :: XP [[File:d1b.png|32px]]==
[[BDH:_The_Shìjiàn_Shìjiè | '''The Shìjiàn Shìjiè''' (Event Horizon)]] is a series-3 Firefly Class Transport modded for smuggling.

[[File:Ffsilhouette0006.png|600px|center]]

:[[BDH:_Ship_Advancement | '''Ship Advancement''']]

[[Firefly:_Big_Damned_Heroes#Character_Files.2FMeta_Currencies|< < < Back to Top]]

==Chargen==
[[File:BDHavatar0002.png|350px|right]]
Click [[BDH:_Chargen|'''HERE''']] to build your Big Damned Hero.
: [[BDH:_Template|'''Blank Character Template''']]
: [[BDH:_Character_Advancement|'''Character Advancement''']]

[[Firefly:_Big_Damned_Heroes#Character_Files.2FMeta_Currencies|< < < Back to Top]]

==Mods==
Click [[BDH:_Game_Mods|'''HERE''']] to see which Cortex Mods we will be using with this game.

[[Firefly:_Big_Damned_Heroes#Character_Files.2FMeta_Currencies|< < < Back to Top]]

==Player Expectations==
'''Post Frequency'''
* I am asking for a '''daily''' posting commitment for this game as a general rule, with the understanding that posting might be less frequent on weekends and holidays. Meatworld being what it is, this generally averages to 3-4 GM updates per week.
:'''Note:''' if 24-36 hours have gone by since my last GM update, I may post a new update, even if all players have not posted, to maintain momentum.

'''Post Absences'''
*If you will ''not'' be able to post, for whatever reason, please ping us in OOC if you can so we know what is going on or post to the [https://forum.rpg.net/showthread.php?709532-Grand-Central-Absences-Station Absences Thread] (I pretty much check that thing every time it lights up).

'''Post Formatting'''
* Please '''bold''' your character's name at the top of each IC post or '''bold''' the first instance of your character's name in the body of the post. We all game with lots of folk, sometimes with the same players in different games; this just makes it easier to keep track of which character we're addressing.

* If you are addressing another PC in your post it is helpful to '''bold''' their character name as well so it stands out for them.

* OOC blocks are fine for showing dice rolls and brief OOC comments directly related to a particular post. Please sblock if you need to include large blocks of text related to your IC post. All other OOC content should go in the OOC thread itself.

* Do not place action statements (incl pp spends/asset generation) or dice rolls in the OOC Thread. I will never keep up with those. All action statements and dice rolls should go in the IC Thread [with dice rolls OOC Blocked].

* Please link all dice rolls back to your dice roller.

[[File:Alice001.png|500px|center]]

[[Firefly:_Big_Damned_Heroes#Character_Files.2FMeta_Currencies|< < < Back to Top]]

==Resource Bidding==
PBP format doesn't work well for Player/GM back and forth, so I do my best to avoid it. This means the bidding aspect of spending PP on a roll kinda drops off. Instead, I find it helpful for players to indicate (if you are able) how many PP/BDHD you are willing to spend (if any) to succeed on the roll. I will do my best to make sure those PP are spent as economically as possible to achieve your desired outcome.

If my GMC is willing (presuming I have the PP to burn) to spend enough GM PP that you cannot succeed, I will let you know that so you don't have to burn PP if you don't want to on a failed action (though you always have the option to spend your PP to force me to spend mine in those situations).

If I am requiring an action of you (defending vs an attack, random notice check, etc) I will roll stakes so you know what you are rolling against, and I will tell you what PP I am willing to spend. I don't generally pre-roll for actions I think you ''might'' take no matter how obvious it may seem, because I don't want to influence how you choose to act in a scene.

If you would earn a pp for using an SFX (including Hinder), you may spend that pp on the roll that earned it. Likewise if the GM buys a rolled hitch.

[[Firefly:_Big_Damned_Heroes#Character_Files.2FMeta_Currencies|< < < Back to Top]]

[[File:FFC0003.png|300px|center]]

==PVP==
While there is the potential for a fairly significant amount of player vs player conflict in a game like this one, I prefer not to run games that lean heavily to that assumption. Games like that simply do not need a GM, and I would much rather spend my time running games that ''do'' need a GM.

[[File:FFChef0002.png|300px|right]]

For reference, what I consider PVP basically amounts to this:

'''If an action would require dice to affect a GMC, then it counts as PVP if used against a PC'''

So disagreements, trash talking, indirect actions that might affect another character but aren't made directly against that character are all potentially on the table with the caveat that if something just makes the game not fun for someone that we respect that and steer clear.

----

If you want to do something that directly acts against another player's character, proceed based on the following criteria:

----

'''Unilateral Permission:''' The other player agrees to your action. No rolls are needed. Just RP it out.

'''Limited Permission:''' The other player doesn't agree that it is an automatic thing, but does agree to let the math rocks decide. Roll it out.

'''Declined Permission:''' The other player does not agree to PVP. Move on with something else.

[[Firefly:_Big_Damned_Heroes#Character_Files.2FMeta_Currencies|< < < Back to Top]]

==Development and Play Threads==
[https://forum.rpg.net/index.php?threads/open-recruitment-firefly-big-damned-heroes.915917/ Recruitment Thread]

[https://forum.rpg.net/index.php?threads/firefly-big-damned-heroes-cortex-prime.916228/ OOC Thread]

[https://forum.rpg.net/index.php?threads/firefly-big-damned-heroes-cortex-prime.916230/ IC Thread]

[[Firefly:_Big_Damned_Heroes#Character_Files.2FMeta_Currencies|< < < Back to Top]]

==Other Resources==
[https://firefly.fandom.com/wiki/Main_Page Firefly Wiki] Wiki by Fandom for the show Firefly.

[[Firefly:_Speechifying_in_the_'Verse|Chinese Slang & Firefly Phrases]] For adding color to how your character speaks.

[https://www.google.com/search?safe=off&sxsrf=ALeKk01grWpeS6Tz0eB11tkjbto7hO5M-Q%3A1613327080894&ei=6GopYISWNqLJ5gKqvKDoDg&q=english+to+chinese&oq=english+to+chinese&gs_lcp=Cgdnd3Mtd2l6EAwyBwgjELADECcyBwgAELADEEMyBwgAELADEEMyBwgAELADEEMyBwgAELADEEMyBwgAELADEEMyBwgAELADEEMyBwgAELADEEMyBwgAELADEEMyBwgAELADEENQAFgAYIbOXGgBcAJ4AIABWYgBWZIBATGYAQCqAQdnd3Mtd2l6yAEKwAEB&sclient=gws-wiz&ved=0ahUKEwiEqsDc_-nuAhWipFkKHSoeCO0Q4dUDCA0 Translator] English/Chinese Dictionary.

[http://orokos.com/roll/?action=roll Orokos] Online Dice Roller.

[https://forum.rpg.net/showthread.php?709532-Grand-Central-Absences-Station Absences Thread] If you can't post for whatever reason let us know here or in OOC.

[http://exploring-infinity.com/2011/12/23/leveragin-the-black-situation-generator/ Firefly Job Generator] (GM Tool)

[[File:Fix00003.png|250px]]

[[Firefly:_Big_Damned_Heroes#Character_Files.2FMeta_Currencies|< < < Back to Top]]

==Alternate Players==
*'''-'''
*'''-'''

[[Firefly:_Big_Damned_Heroes#Character_Files.2FMeta_Currencies|< < < Back to Top]]

Firefly: Big Damned Heroes

2024-10-12T17:02:36Z

Brahnamin: /* Character Files/Meta Currencies */

__NOTOC__
[[File:BDHcover0001.png|600px|center]]
==''The work's illegal, but at least it's honest.''==

=Character Files/Meta Currencies=
I will update the Character Table on the wiki each time I update the IC thread. Please do not update the table yourselves. I don't want anyone losing Plot Points or Big Damned Hero Dice from double subtraction.

If you feel I have forgotten to update the table or that my math is wrong, let me know OOC or DM me and I will fix it. Likewise, if I make a mistake on the Character/GM Complications/Assets lists, let me know and I'll fix it. These also get updated when I update the IC thread.

{| class="wikitable"
| '''Character'''
| '''Role'''
| '''Played by'''
|
! '''EP'''
|
! [[file:d6a.png|24px|d6]]
! [[file:d8a.png|24px|d8]]
! [[file:d10a.png|24px|d10]]
! [[file:d12a.png|24px|d12]]
|
! '''PP'''
|-
|scope="row" colspan="12"|
|-
| '''[[Big_Damned_Heroes:_Captain_Nat|Nadezdha]]'''
| Owner
| ''[https://forum.rpg.net/index.php?members/kittlefish.62862/ kittlefish]''
|scope="col" rowspan="10"|
! [[file:d2b.png|24px]]
|scope="col" rowspan="10"|
!
! 1
!
!
|scope="col" rowspan="10"|
! 2
|-
| '''[[Sunrise_Aigele|Sunrise_Aigele]]'''
| Captain
| [https://forum.rpg.net/index.php?members/dersen-lowery.72493/ Dersen Lowery]
! [[file:d1b.png|24px]]
!
!
!
!
! 0
|-
| '''[[Big_Damned_Heroes:_C7|Cedric]]'''
| First Mate
| [https://forum.rpg.net/index.php?members/camk4evr.115244/ camk4evr]
! [[file:d0a.png|24px]]
!
! 1
!
!
! 4
|-
| '''[[John_Lee|John Lee]]'''
| Pilot
| [https://forum.rpg.net/index.php?members/eplov.229812/ Eplov]
! [[file:d1b.png|24px]]
!
! 1
!
!
! 2
|-
| '''[[Big_Damned_Heroes:_C3|Nola]]'''
| Mechanic
| ''[https://forum.rpg.net/index.php?members/stormraven.9897/ Stormraven]''
! [[file:d0a.png|24px]]
!
!
!
!
! 2
|-
| '''[[Big_Damned_Heroes:_C5|India]]'''
| Doctor
|''[https://forum.rpg.net/index.php?members/blacksheep.2831/ BlackSheep]''
! [[file:d0a.png|24px]]
!
!
!
!
! 1
|-
| '''[[Big_Damned_Heroes:_C1|Brother Foresight]]'''
| Security
| ''[https://forum.rpg.net/index.php?members/muskrat.144471/ Muskrat]''
! [[file:d2b.png|24px]]
!
! 1
!
!
! 5
|-
| '''[[Big_Damned_Heroes:_C4|Gideon]]'''
| Companion
| ''[https://forum.rpg.net/index.php?members/strange-behaviour.186867/ strange behaviour]''
! [[file:d2b.png|24px]]
!
!
!
!
! 2
|-
|-
|! scope="row" colspan="12"|
|-
|! scope="row" colspan="12"|
|-
|! scope="row" colspan="12"|
|-
| ! scope="row" colspan="1"|'''GM'''
| Shenanigans
|! scope="row" colspan="9"|''[https://forum.rpg.net/index.php?members/brahnamin.70442/ brahnamin]''
! 6
|-
|}

[[BDH:_Former_CRew|'''Former Crew''']]

==Complications and Assets==
[[file:d6a.png|24px|d6]] [[file:d8a.png|24px|d8]] [[file:d10a.png|24px|d10]] [[file:d12a.png|24px|d12]]

Complication [C] '''//''' Scene Asset [S] '''/''' Episode Asset [E]
----
----
: [C] '''Red Flag/Blue Flag''' [[file:d8a.png|24px|d8]] John
: [C] '''Stranger Danger''' [[file:d10a.png|24px|d10]] Brother Foresight
: [C] '''Emily's Thing''' [[file:d8a.png|24px|d8]] India
: [C] '''Watching You Watching Me''' [[file:d6a.png|24px|d6]] Nola
: [C] '''Page Family Grudge''' [[file:d6a.png|24px|d6]] Sunrise: [C] '''Lounge Lizzie''' [[file:d6a.png|24px|d6]] Cedric
----
----
: [S]
----
: [E] '''Infatuated''' [[file:d8a.png|24px|d8]] India/Gideon
: [E] '''Uncle-Daddy''' [[file:d8a.png|24px|d8]] John
: [E] '''With the Band''' [[file:d8a.png|24px|d8]] '''All'''. They say it's not ''what'' you know but ''who'' you know. Due to their association with Nat (and by extension her old band ''Shooting Starlight'') the crew may add this asset to any roll that includes an element of influence where reputation might matter. '''Nat''' herself may roll the asset as a [[file:d10a.png|24px|d10]]
: [E] '''Tightened Security''' [[file:d8a.png|24px|d8]] John
----
----

[[Firefly:_Big_Damned_Heroes#Character_Files.2FMeta_Currencies|< < < Back to Top]]

----
----

==Our Story So Far==
Click [[BDH:__Episode_Archives|'''HERE''']] to read our story premise and explore the episode archives.

[[Firefly:_Big_Damned_Heroes#Character_Files.2FMeta_Currencies|< < < Back to Top]]

==The Ship Herself :: XP [[File:d1b.png|32px]]==
[[BDH:_The_Shìjiàn_Shìjiè | '''The Shìjiàn Shìjiè''' (Event Horizon)]] is a series-3 Firefly Class Transport modded for smuggling.

[[File:Ffsilhouette0006.png|600px|center]]

:[[BDH:_Ship_Advancement | '''Ship Advancement''']]

[[Firefly:_Big_Damned_Heroes#Character_Files.2FMeta_Currencies|< < < Back to Top]]

==Chargen==
[[File:BDHavatar0002.png|350px|right]]
Click [[BDH:_Chargen|'''HERE''']] to build your Big Damned Hero.
: [[BDH:_Template|'''Blank Character Template''']]
: [[BDH:_Character_Advancement|'''Character Advancement''']]

[[Firefly:_Big_Damned_Heroes#Character_Files.2FMeta_Currencies|< < < Back to Top]]

==Mods==
Click [[BDH:_Game_Mods|'''HERE''']] to see which Cortex Mods we will be using with this game.

[[Firefly:_Big_Damned_Heroes#Character_Files.2FMeta_Currencies|< < < Back to Top]]

==Player Expectations==
'''Post Frequency'''
* I am asking for a '''daily''' posting commitment for this game as a general rule, with the understanding that posting might be less frequent on weekends and holidays. Meatworld being what it is, this generally averages to 3-4 GM updates per week.
:'''Note:''' if 24-36 hours have gone by since my last GM update, I may post a new update, even if all players have not posted, to maintain momentum.

'''Post Absences'''
*If you will ''not'' be able to post, for whatever reason, please ping us in OOC if you can so we know what is going on or post to the [https://forum.rpg.net/showthread.php?709532-Grand-Central-Absences-Station Absences Thread] (I pretty much check that thing every time it lights up).

'''Post Formatting'''
* Please '''bold''' your character's name at the top of each IC post or '''bold''' the first instance of your character's name in the body of the post. We all game with lots of folk, sometimes with the same players in different games; this just makes it easier to keep track of which character we're addressing.

* If you are addressing another PC in your post it is helpful to '''bold''' their character name as well so it stands out for them.

* OOC blocks are fine for showing dice rolls and brief OOC comments directly related to a particular post. Please sblock if you need to include large blocks of text related to your IC post. All other OOC content should go in the OOC thread itself.

* Do not place action statements (incl pp spends/asset generation) or dice rolls in the OOC Thread. I will never keep up with those. All action statements and dice rolls should go in the IC Thread [with dice rolls OOC Blocked].

* Please link all dice rolls back to your dice roller.

[[File:Alice001.png|500px|center]]

[[Firefly:_Big_Damned_Heroes#Character_Files.2FMeta_Currencies|< < < Back to Top]]

==Resource Bidding==
PBP format doesn't work well for Player/GM back and forth, so I do my best to avoid it. This means the bidding aspect of spending PP on a roll kinda drops off. Instead, I find it helpful for players to indicate (if you are able) how many PP/BDHD you are willing to spend (if any) to succeed on the roll. I will do my best to make sure those PP are spent as economically as possible to achieve your desired outcome.

If my GMC is willing (presuming I have the PP to burn) to spend enough GM PP that you cannot succeed, I will let you know that so you don't have to burn PP if you don't want to on a failed action (though you always have the option to spend your PP to force me to spend mine in those situations).

If I am requiring an action of you (defending vs an attack, random notice check, etc) I will roll stakes so you know what you are rolling against, and I will tell you what PP I am willing to spend. I don't generally pre-roll for actions I think you ''might'' take no matter how obvious it may seem, because I don't want to influence how you choose to act in a scene.

If you would earn a pp for using an SFX (including Hinder), you may spend that pp on the roll that earned it. Likewise if the GM buys a rolled hitch.

[[Firefly:_Big_Damned_Heroes#Character_Files.2FMeta_Currencies|< < < Back to Top]]

[[File:FFC0003.png|300px|center]]

==PVP==
While there is the potential for a fairly significant amount of player vs player conflict in a game like this one, I prefer not to run games that lean heavily to that assumption. Games like that simply do not need a GM, and I would much rather spend my time running games that ''do'' need a GM.

[[File:FFChef0002.png|300px|right]]

For reference, what I consider PVP basically amounts to this:

'''If an action would require dice to affect a GMC, then it counts as PVP if used against a PC'''

So disagreements, trash talking, indirect actions that might affect another character but aren't made directly against that character are all potentially on the table with the caveat that if something just makes the game not fun for someone that we respect that and steer clear.

----

If you want to do something that directly acts against another player's character, proceed based on the following criteria:

----

'''Unilateral Permission:''' The other player agrees to your action. No rolls are needed. Just RP it out.

'''Limited Permission:''' The other player doesn't agree that it is an automatic thing, but does agree to let the math rocks decide. Roll it out.

'''Declined Permission:''' The other player does not agree to PVP. Move on with something else.

[[Firefly:_Big_Damned_Heroes#Character_Files.2FMeta_Currencies|< < < Back to Top]]

==Development and Play Threads==
[https://forum.rpg.net/index.php?threads/open-recruitment-firefly-big-damned-heroes.915917/ Recruitment Thread]

[https://forum.rpg.net/index.php?threads/firefly-big-damned-heroes-cortex-prime.916228/ OOC Thread]

[https://forum.rpg.net/index.php?threads/firefly-big-damned-heroes-cortex-prime.916230/ IC Thread]

[[Firefly:_Big_Damned_Heroes#Character_Files.2FMeta_Currencies|< < < Back to Top]]

==Other Resources==
[https://firefly.fandom.com/wiki/Main_Page Firefly Wiki] Wiki by Fandom for the show Firefly.

[[Firefly:_Speechifying_in_the_'Verse|Chinese Slang & Firefly Phrases]] For adding color to how your character speaks.

[https://www.google.com/search?safe=off&sxsrf=ALeKk01grWpeS6Tz0eB11tkjbto7hO5M-Q%3A1613327080894&ei=6GopYISWNqLJ5gKqvKDoDg&q=english+to+chinese&oq=english+to+chinese&gs_lcp=Cgdnd3Mtd2l6EAwyBwgjELADECcyBwgAELADEEMyBwgAELADEEMyBwgAELADEEMyBwgAELADEEMyBwgAELADEEMyBwgAELADEEMyBwgAELADEEMyBwgAELADEEMyBwgAELADEENQAFgAYIbOXGgBcAJ4AIABWYgBWZIBATGYAQCqAQdnd3Mtd2l6yAEKwAEB&sclient=gws-wiz&ved=0ahUKEwiEqsDc_-nuAhWipFkKHSoeCO0Q4dUDCA0 Translator] English/Chinese Dictionary.

[http://orokos.com/roll/?action=roll Orokos] Online Dice Roller.

[https://forum.rpg.net/showthread.php?709532-Grand-Central-Absences-Station Absences Thread] If you can't post for whatever reason let us know here or in OOC.

[http://exploring-infinity.com/2011/12/23/leveragin-the-black-situation-generator/ Firefly Job Generator] (GM Tool)

[[File:Fix00003.png|250px]]

[[Firefly:_Big_Damned_Heroes#Character_Files.2FMeta_Currencies|< < < Back to Top]]

==Alternate Players==
*'''-'''
*'''-'''

[[Firefly:_Big_Damned_Heroes#Character_Files.2FMeta_Currencies|< < < Back to Top]]

Firefly: Big Damned Heroes

2024-10-12T16:57:51Z

Brahnamin: /* Complications and Assets */

__NOTOC__
[[File:BDHcover0001.png|600px|center]]
==''The work's illegal, but at least it's honest.''==

=Character Files/Meta Currencies=
I will update the Character Table on the wiki each time I update the IC thread. Please do not update the table yourselves. I don't want anyone losing Plot Points or Big Damned Hero Dice from double subtraction.

If you feel I have forgotten to update the table or that my math is wrong, let me know OOC or DM me and I will fix it. Likewise, if I make a mistake on the Character/GM Complications/Assets lists, let me know and I'll fix it. These also get updated when I update the IC thread.

{| class="wikitable"
| '''Character'''
| '''Role'''
| '''Played by'''
|
! '''EP'''
|
! [[file:d6a.png|24px|d6]]
! [[file:d8a.png|24px|d8]]
! [[file:d10a.png|24px|d10]]
! [[file:d12a.png|24px|d12]]
|
! '''PP'''
|-
|scope="row" colspan="12"|
|-
| '''[[Big_Damned_Heroes:_Captain_Nat|Nadezdha]]'''
| Owner
| ''[https://forum.rpg.net/index.php?members/kittlefish.62862/ kittlefish]''
|scope="col" rowspan="10"|
! [[file:d2b.png|24px]]
|scope="col" rowspan="10"|
!
! 1
!
!
|scope="col" rowspan="10"|
! 2
|-
| '''[[Sunrise_Aigele|Sunrise_Aigele]]'''
| Captain
| [https://forum.rpg.net/index.php?members/dersen-lowery.72493/ Dersen Lowery]
! [[file:d1b.png|24px]]
!
!
!
!
! 0
|-
| '''[[Big_Damned_Heroes:_C7|Cedric]]'''
| First Mate
| [https://forum.rpg.net/index.php?members/camk4evr.115244/ camk4evr]
! [[file:d0a.png|24px]]
!
!
!
!
! 4
|-
| '''[[John_Lee|John Lee]]'''
| Pilot
| [https://forum.rpg.net/index.php?members/eplov.229812/ Eplov]
! [[file:d1b.png|24px]]
!
! 1
!
!
! 2
|-
| '''[[Big_Damned_Heroes:_C3|Nola]]'''
| Mechanic
| ''[https://forum.rpg.net/index.php?members/stormraven.9897/ Stormraven]''
! [[file:d0a.png|24px]]
!
!
!
!
! 2
|-
| '''[[Big_Damned_Heroes:_C5|India]]'''
| Doctor
|''[https://forum.rpg.net/index.php?members/blacksheep.2831/ BlackSheep]''
! [[file:d0a.png|24px]]
!
!
!
!
! 1
|-
| '''[[Big_Damned_Heroes:_C1|Brother Foresight]]'''
| Security
| ''[https://forum.rpg.net/index.php?members/muskrat.144471/ Muskrat]''
! [[file:d2b.png|24px]]
!
! 1
!
!
! 5
|-
| '''[[Big_Damned_Heroes:_C4|Gideon]]'''
| Companion
| ''[https://forum.rpg.net/index.php?members/strange-behaviour.186867/ strange behaviour]''
! [[file:d2b.png|24px]]
!
!
!
!
! 2
|-
|-
|! scope="row" colspan="12"|
|-
|! scope="row" colspan="12"|
|-
|! scope="row" colspan="12"|
|-
| ! scope="row" colspan="1"|'''GM'''
| Shenanigans
|! scope="row" colspan="9"|''[https://forum.rpg.net/index.php?members/brahnamin.70442/ brahnamin]''
! 6
|-
|}

[[BDH:_Former_CRew|'''Former Crew''']]

==Complications and Assets==
[[file:d6a.png|24px|d6]] [[file:d8a.png|24px|d8]] [[file:d10a.png|24px|d10]] [[file:d12a.png|24px|d12]]

Complication [C] '''//''' Scene Asset [S] '''/''' Episode Asset [E]
----
----
: [C] '''Red Flag/Blue Flag''' [[file:d8a.png|24px|d8]] John
: [C] '''Stranger Danger''' [[file:d10a.png|24px|d10]] Brother Foresight
: [C] '''Emily's Thing''' [[file:d8a.png|24px|d8]] India
: [C] '''Watching You Watching Me''' [[file:d6a.png|24px|d6]] Nola
: [C] '''Page Family Grudge''' [[file:d6a.png|24px|d6]] Sunrise: [C] '''Lounge Lizzie''' [[file:d6a.png|24px|d6]] Cedric
----
----
: [S]
----
: [E] '''Infatuated''' [[file:d8a.png|24px|d8]] India/Gideon
: [E] '''Uncle-Daddy''' [[file:d8a.png|24px|d8]] John
: [E] '''With the Band''' [[file:d8a.png|24px|d8]] '''All'''. They say it's not ''what'' you know but ''who'' you know. Due to their association with Nat (and by extension her old band ''Shooting Starlight'') the crew may add this asset to any roll that includes an element of influence where reputation might matter. '''Nat''' herself may roll the asset as a [[file:d10a.png|24px|d10]]
: [E] '''Tightened Security''' [[file:d8a.png|24px|d8]] John
----
----

[[Firefly:_Big_Damned_Heroes#Character_Files.2FMeta_Currencies|< < < Back to Top]]

----
----

==Our Story So Far==
Click [[BDH:__Episode_Archives|'''HERE''']] to read our story premise and explore the episode archives.

[[Firefly:_Big_Damned_Heroes#Character_Files.2FMeta_Currencies|< < < Back to Top]]

==The Ship Herself :: XP [[File:d1b.png|32px]]==
[[BDH:_The_Shìjiàn_Shìjiè | '''The Shìjiàn Shìjiè''' (Event Horizon)]] is a series-3 Firefly Class Transport modded for smuggling.

[[File:Ffsilhouette0006.png|600px|center]]

:[[BDH:_Ship_Advancement | '''Ship Advancement''']]

[[Firefly:_Big_Damned_Heroes#Character_Files.2FMeta_Currencies|< < < Back to Top]]

==Chargen==
[[File:BDHavatar0002.png|350px|right]]
Click [[BDH:_Chargen|'''HERE''']] to build your Big Damned Hero.
: [[BDH:_Template|'''Blank Character Template''']]
: [[BDH:_Character_Advancement|'''Character Advancement''']]

[[Firefly:_Big_Damned_Heroes#Character_Files.2FMeta_Currencies|< < < Back to Top]]

==Mods==
Click [[BDH:_Game_Mods|'''HERE''']] to see which Cortex Mods we will be using with this game.

[[Firefly:_Big_Damned_Heroes#Character_Files.2FMeta_Currencies|< < < Back to Top]]

==Player Expectations==
'''Post Frequency'''
* I am asking for a '''daily''' posting commitment for this game as a general rule, with the understanding that posting might be less frequent on weekends and holidays. Meatworld being what it is, this generally averages to 3-4 GM updates per week.
:'''Note:''' if 24-36 hours have gone by since my last GM update, I may post a new update, even if all players have not posted, to maintain momentum.

'''Post Absences'''
*If you will ''not'' be able to post, for whatever reason, please ping us in OOC if you can so we know what is going on or post to the [https://forum.rpg.net/showthread.php?709532-Grand-Central-Absences-Station Absences Thread] (I pretty much check that thing every time it lights up).

'''Post Formatting'''
* Please '''bold''' your character's name at the top of each IC post or '''bold''' the first instance of your character's name in the body of the post. We all game with lots of folk, sometimes with the same players in different games; this just makes it easier to keep track of which character we're addressing.

* If you are addressing another PC in your post it is helpful to '''bold''' their character name as well so it stands out for them.

* OOC blocks are fine for showing dice rolls and brief OOC comments directly related to a particular post. Please sblock if you need to include large blocks of text related to your IC post. All other OOC content should go in the OOC thread itself.

* Do not place action statements (incl pp spends/asset generation) or dice rolls in the OOC Thread. I will never keep up with those. All action statements and dice rolls should go in the IC Thread [with dice rolls OOC Blocked].

* Please link all dice rolls back to your dice roller.

[[File:Alice001.png|500px|center]]

[[Firefly:_Big_Damned_Heroes#Character_Files.2FMeta_Currencies|< < < Back to Top]]

==Resource Bidding==
PBP format doesn't work well for Player/GM back and forth, so I do my best to avoid it. This means the bidding aspect of spending PP on a roll kinda drops off. Instead, I find it helpful for players to indicate (if you are able) how many PP/BDHD you are willing to spend (if any) to succeed on the roll. I will do my best to make sure those PP are spent as economically as possible to achieve your desired outcome.

If my GMC is willing (presuming I have the PP to burn) to spend enough GM PP that you cannot succeed, I will let you know that so you don't have to burn PP if you don't want to on a failed action (though you always have the option to spend your PP to force me to spend mine in those situations).

If I am requiring an action of you (defending vs an attack, random notice check, etc) I will roll stakes so you know what you are rolling against, and I will tell you what PP I am willing to spend. I don't generally pre-roll for actions I think you ''might'' take no matter how obvious it may seem, because I don't want to influence how you choose to act in a scene.

If you would earn a pp for using an SFX (including Hinder), you may spend that pp on the roll that earned it. Likewise if the GM buys a rolled hitch.

[[Firefly:_Big_Damned_Heroes#Character_Files.2FMeta_Currencies|< < < Back to Top]]

[[File:FFC0003.png|300px|center]]

==PVP==
While there is the potential for a fairly significant amount of player vs player conflict in a game like this one, I prefer not to run games that lean heavily to that assumption. Games like that simply do not need a GM, and I would much rather spend my time running games that ''do'' need a GM.

[[File:FFChef0002.png|300px|right]]

For reference, what I consider PVP basically amounts to this:

'''If an action would require dice to affect a GMC, then it counts as PVP if used against a PC'''

So disagreements, trash talking, indirect actions that might affect another character but aren't made directly against that character are all potentially on the table with the caveat that if something just makes the game not fun for someone that we respect that and steer clear.

----

If you want to do something that directly acts against another player's character, proceed based on the following criteria:

----

'''Unilateral Permission:''' The other player agrees to your action. No rolls are needed. Just RP it out.

'''Limited Permission:''' The other player doesn't agree that it is an automatic thing, but does agree to let the math rocks decide. Roll it out.

'''Declined Permission:''' The other player does not agree to PVP. Move on with something else.

[[Firefly:_Big_Damned_Heroes#Character_Files.2FMeta_Currencies|< < < Back to Top]]

==Development and Play Threads==
[https://forum.rpg.net/index.php?threads/open-recruitment-firefly-big-damned-heroes.915917/ Recruitment Thread]

[https://forum.rpg.net/index.php?threads/firefly-big-damned-heroes-cortex-prime.916228/ OOC Thread]

[https://forum.rpg.net/index.php?threads/firefly-big-damned-heroes-cortex-prime.916230/ IC Thread]

[[Firefly:_Big_Damned_Heroes#Character_Files.2FMeta_Currencies|< < < Back to Top]]

==Other Resources==
[https://firefly.fandom.com/wiki/Main_Page Firefly Wiki] Wiki by Fandom for the show Firefly.

[[Firefly:_Speechifying_in_the_'Verse|Chinese Slang & Firefly Phrases]] For adding color to how your character speaks.

[https://www.google.com/search?safe=off&sxsrf=ALeKk01grWpeS6Tz0eB11tkjbto7hO5M-Q%3A1613327080894&ei=6GopYISWNqLJ5gKqvKDoDg&q=english+to+chinese&oq=english+to+chinese&gs_lcp=Cgdnd3Mtd2l6EAwyBwgjELADECcyBwgAELADEEMyBwgAELADEEMyBwgAELADEEMyBwgAELADEEMyBwgAELADEEMyBwgAELADEEMyBwgAELADEEMyBwgAELADEEMyBwgAELADEENQAFgAYIbOXGgBcAJ4AIABWYgBWZIBATGYAQCqAQdnd3Mtd2l6yAEKwAEB&sclient=gws-wiz&ved=0ahUKEwiEqsDc_-nuAhWipFkKHSoeCO0Q4dUDCA0 Translator] English/Chinese Dictionary.

[http://orokos.com/roll/?action=roll Orokos] Online Dice Roller.

[https://forum.rpg.net/showthread.php?709532-Grand-Central-Absences-Station Absences Thread] If you can't post for whatever reason let us know here or in OOC.

[http://exploring-infinity.com/2011/12/23/leveragin-the-black-situation-generator/ Firefly Job Generator] (GM Tool)

[[File:Fix00003.png|250px]]

[[Firefly:_Big_Damned_Heroes#Character_Files.2FMeta_Currencies|< < < Back to Top]]

==Alternate Players==
*'''-'''
*'''-'''

[[Firefly:_Big_Damned_Heroes#Character_Files.2FMeta_Currencies|< < < Back to Top]]

Firefly: Big Damned Heroes

2024-10-12T16:55:55Z

Brahnamin: /* Character Files/Meta Currencies */

__NOTOC__
[[File:BDHcover0001.png|600px|center]]
==''The work's illegal, but at least it's honest.''==

=Character Files/Meta Currencies=
I will update the Character Table on the wiki each time I update the IC thread. Please do not update the table yourselves. I don't want anyone losing Plot Points or Big Damned Hero Dice from double subtraction.

If you feel I have forgotten to update the table or that my math is wrong, let me know OOC or DM me and I will fix it. Likewise, if I make a mistake on the Character/GM Complications/Assets lists, let me know and I'll fix it. These also get updated when I update the IC thread.

{| class="wikitable"
| '''Character'''
| '''Role'''
| '''Played by'''
|
! '''EP'''
|
! [[file:d6a.png|24px|d6]]
! [[file:d8a.png|24px|d8]]
! [[file:d10a.png|24px|d10]]
! [[file:d12a.png|24px|d12]]
|
! '''PP'''
|-
|scope="row" colspan="12"|
|-
| '''[[Big_Damned_Heroes:_Captain_Nat|Nadezdha]]'''
| Owner
| ''[https://forum.rpg.net/index.php?members/kittlefish.62862/ kittlefish]''
|scope="col" rowspan="10"|
! [[file:d2b.png|24px]]
|scope="col" rowspan="10"|
!
! 1
!
!
|scope="col" rowspan="10"|
! 2
|-
| '''[[Sunrise_Aigele|Sunrise_Aigele]]'''
| Captain
| [https://forum.rpg.net/index.php?members/dersen-lowery.72493/ Dersen Lowery]
! [[file:d1b.png|24px]]
!
!
!
!
! 0
|-
| '''[[Big_Damned_Heroes:_C7|Cedric]]'''
| First Mate
| [https://forum.rpg.net/index.php?members/camk4evr.115244/ camk4evr]
! [[file:d0a.png|24px]]
!
!
!
!
! 4
|-
| '''[[John_Lee|John Lee]]'''
| Pilot
| [https://forum.rpg.net/index.php?members/eplov.229812/ Eplov]
! [[file:d1b.png|24px]]
!
! 1
!
!
! 2
|-
| '''[[Big_Damned_Heroes:_C3|Nola]]'''
| Mechanic
| ''[https://forum.rpg.net/index.php?members/stormraven.9897/ Stormraven]''
! [[file:d0a.png|24px]]
!
!
!
!
! 2
|-
| '''[[Big_Damned_Heroes:_C5|India]]'''
| Doctor
|''[https://forum.rpg.net/index.php?members/blacksheep.2831/ BlackSheep]''
! [[file:d0a.png|24px]]
!
!
!
!
! 1
|-
| '''[[Big_Damned_Heroes:_C1|Brother Foresight]]'''
| Security
| ''[https://forum.rpg.net/index.php?members/muskrat.144471/ Muskrat]''
! [[file:d2b.png|24px]]
!
! 1
!
!
! 5
|-
| '''[[Big_Damned_Heroes:_C4|Gideon]]'''
| Companion
| ''[https://forum.rpg.net/index.php?members/strange-behaviour.186867/ strange behaviour]''
! [[file:d2b.png|24px]]
!
!
!
!
! 2
|-
|-
|! scope="row" colspan="12"|
|-
|! scope="row" colspan="12"|
|-
|! scope="row" colspan="12"|
|-
| ! scope="row" colspan="1"|'''GM'''
| Shenanigans
|! scope="row" colspan="9"|''[https://forum.rpg.net/index.php?members/brahnamin.70442/ brahnamin]''
! 6
|-
|}

[[BDH:_Former_CRew|'''Former Crew''']]

==Complications and Assets==
[[file:d6a.png|24px|d6]] [[file:d8a.png|24px|d8]] [[file:d10a.png|24px|d10]] [[file:d12a.png|24px|d12]]

Complication [C] '''//''' Scene Asset [S] '''/''' Episode Asset [E]
----
----
: [C] '''Red Flag/Blue Flag''' [[file:d8a.png|24px|d8]] John
: [C] '''Stranger Danger''' [[file:d10a.png|24px|d10]] Brother Foresight
: [C] '''Emily's Thing''' [[file:d8a.png|24px|d8]] India
: [C] '''Watching You Watching Me''' [[file:d6a.png|24px|d6]] Nola
: [C] '''Page Family Grudge''' [[file:d6a.png|24px|d6]] Sunrise
----
----
: [S]
----
: [E] '''Infatuated''' [[file:d8a.png|24px|d8]] India/Gideon
: [E] '''Uncle-Daddy''' [[file:d8a.png|24px|d8]] John
: [E] '''With the Band''' [[file:d8a.png|24px|d8]] '''All'''. They say it's not ''what'' you know but ''who'' you know. Due to their association with Nat (and by extension her old band ''Shooting Starlight'') the crew may add this asset to any roll that includes an element of influence where reputation might matter. '''Nat''' herself may roll the asset as a [[file:d10a.png|24px|d10]]
: [E] '''Tightened Security''' [[file:d8a.png|24px|d8]] John
----
----

[[Firefly:_Big_Damned_Heroes#Character_Files.2FMeta_Currencies|< < < Back to Top]]

----
----

==Our Story So Far==
Click [[BDH:__Episode_Archives|'''HERE''']] to read our story premise and explore the episode archives.

[[Firefly:_Big_Damned_Heroes#Character_Files.2FMeta_Currencies|< < < Back to Top]]

==The Ship Herself :: XP [[File:d1b.png|32px]]==
[[BDH:_The_Shìjiàn_Shìjiè | '''The Shìjiàn Shìjiè''' (Event Horizon)]] is a series-3 Firefly Class Transport modded for smuggling.

[[File:Ffsilhouette0006.png|600px|center]]

:[[BDH:_Ship_Advancement | '''Ship Advancement''']]

[[Firefly:_Big_Damned_Heroes#Character_Files.2FMeta_Currencies|< < < Back to Top]]

==Chargen==
[[File:BDHavatar0002.png|350px|right]]
Click [[BDH:_Chargen|'''HERE''']] to build your Big Damned Hero.
: [[BDH:_Template|'''Blank Character Template''']]
: [[BDH:_Character_Advancement|'''Character Advancement''']]

[[Firefly:_Big_Damned_Heroes#Character_Files.2FMeta_Currencies|< < < Back to Top]]

==Mods==
Click [[BDH:_Game_Mods|'''HERE''']] to see which Cortex Mods we will be using with this game.

[[Firefly:_Big_Damned_Heroes#Character_Files.2FMeta_Currencies|< < < Back to Top]]

==Player Expectations==
'''Post Frequency'''
* I am asking for a '''daily''' posting commitment for this game as a general rule, with the understanding that posting might be less frequent on weekends and holidays. Meatworld being what it is, this generally averages to 3-4 GM updates per week.
:'''Note:''' if 24-36 hours have gone by since my last GM update, I may post a new update, even if all players have not posted, to maintain momentum.

'''Post Absences'''
*If you will ''not'' be able to post, for whatever reason, please ping us in OOC if you can so we know what is going on or post to the [https://forum.rpg.net/showthread.php?709532-Grand-Central-Absences-Station Absences Thread] (I pretty much check that thing every time it lights up).

'''Post Formatting'''
* Please '''bold''' your character's name at the top of each IC post or '''bold''' the first instance of your character's name in the body of the post. We all game with lots of folk, sometimes with the same players in different games; this just makes it easier to keep track of which character we're addressing.

* If you are addressing another PC in your post it is helpful to '''bold''' their character name as well so it stands out for them.

* OOC blocks are fine for showing dice rolls and brief OOC comments directly related to a particular post. Please sblock if you need to include large blocks of text related to your IC post. All other OOC content should go in the OOC thread itself.

* Do not place action statements (incl pp spends/asset generation) or dice rolls in the OOC Thread. I will never keep up with those. All action statements and dice rolls should go in the IC Thread [with dice rolls OOC Blocked].

* Please link all dice rolls back to your dice roller.

[[File:Alice001.png|500px|center]]

[[Firefly:_Big_Damned_Heroes#Character_Files.2FMeta_Currencies|< < < Back to Top]]

==Resource Bidding==
PBP format doesn't work well for Player/GM back and forth, so I do my best to avoid it. This means the bidding aspect of spending PP on a roll kinda drops off. Instead, I find it helpful for players to indicate (if you are able) how many PP/BDHD you are willing to spend (if any) to succeed on the roll. I will do my best to make sure those PP are spent as economically as possible to achieve your desired outcome.

If my GMC is willing (presuming I have the PP to burn) to spend enough GM PP that you cannot succeed, I will let you know that so you don't have to burn PP if you don't want to on a failed action (though you always have the option to spend your PP to force me to spend mine in those situations).

If I am requiring an action of you (defending vs an attack, random notice check, etc) I will roll stakes so you know what you are rolling against, and I will tell you what PP I am willing to spend. I don't generally pre-roll for actions I think you ''might'' take no matter how obvious it may seem, because I don't want to influence how you choose to act in a scene.

If you would earn a pp for using an SFX (including Hinder), you may spend that pp on the roll that earned it. Likewise if the GM buys a rolled hitch.

[[Firefly:_Big_Damned_Heroes#Character_Files.2FMeta_Currencies|< < < Back to Top]]

[[File:FFC0003.png|300px|center]]

==PVP==
While there is the potential for a fairly significant amount of player vs player conflict in a game like this one, I prefer not to run games that lean heavily to that assumption. Games like that simply do not need a GM, and I would much rather spend my time running games that ''do'' need a GM.

[[File:FFChef0002.png|300px|right]]

For reference, what I consider PVP basically amounts to this:

'''If an action would require dice to affect a GMC, then it counts as PVP if used against a PC'''

So disagreements, trash talking, indirect actions that might affect another character but aren't made directly against that character are all potentially on the table with the caveat that if something just makes the game not fun for someone that we respect that and steer clear.

----

If you want to do something that directly acts against another player's character, proceed based on the following criteria:

----

'''Unilateral Permission:''' The other player agrees to your action. No rolls are needed. Just RP it out.

'''Limited Permission:''' The other player doesn't agree that it is an automatic thing, but does agree to let the math rocks decide. Roll it out.

'''Declined Permission:''' The other player does not agree to PVP. Move on with something else.

[[Firefly:_Big_Damned_Heroes#Character_Files.2FMeta_Currencies|< < < Back to Top]]

==Development and Play Threads==
[https://forum.rpg.net/index.php?threads/open-recruitment-firefly-big-damned-heroes.915917/ Recruitment Thread]

[https://forum.rpg.net/index.php?threads/firefly-big-damned-heroes-cortex-prime.916228/ OOC Thread]

[https://forum.rpg.net/index.php?threads/firefly-big-damned-heroes-cortex-prime.916230/ IC Thread]

[[Firefly:_Big_Damned_Heroes#Character_Files.2FMeta_Currencies|< < < Back to Top]]

==Other Resources==
[https://firefly.fandom.com/wiki/Main_Page Firefly Wiki] Wiki by Fandom for the show Firefly.

[[Firefly:_Speechifying_in_the_'Verse|Chinese Slang & Firefly Phrases]] For adding color to how your character speaks.

[https://www.google.com/search?safe=off&sxsrf=ALeKk01grWpeS6Tz0eB11tkjbto7hO5M-Q%3A1613327080894&ei=6GopYISWNqLJ5gKqvKDoDg&q=english+to+chinese&oq=english+to+chinese&gs_lcp=Cgdnd3Mtd2l6EAwyBwgjELADECcyBwgAELADEEMyBwgAELADEEMyBwgAELADEEMyBwgAELADEEMyBwgAELADEEMyBwgAELADEEMyBwgAELADEEMyBwgAELADEEMyBwgAELADEENQAFgAYIbOXGgBcAJ4AIABWYgBWZIBATGYAQCqAQdnd3Mtd2l6yAEKwAEB&sclient=gws-wiz&ved=0ahUKEwiEqsDc_-nuAhWipFkKHSoeCO0Q4dUDCA0 Translator] English/Chinese Dictionary.

[http://orokos.com/roll/?action=roll Orokos] Online Dice Roller.

[https://forum.rpg.net/showthread.php?709532-Grand-Central-Absences-Station Absences Thread] If you can't post for whatever reason let us know here or in OOC.

[http://exploring-infinity.com/2011/12/23/leveragin-the-black-situation-generator/ Firefly Job Generator] (GM Tool)

[[File:Fix00003.png|250px]]

[[Firefly:_Big_Damned_Heroes#Character_Files.2FMeta_Currencies|< < < Back to Top]]

==Alternate Players==
*'''-'''
*'''-'''

[[Firefly:_Big_Damned_Heroes#Character_Files.2FMeta_Currencies|< < < Back to Top]]

Firefly: Big Damned Heroes

2024-10-12T16:53:53Z

Brahnamin: /* Character Files/Meta Currencies */

__NOTOC__
[[File:BDHcover0001.png|600px|center]]
==''The work's illegal, but at least it's honest.''==

=Character Files/Meta Currencies=
I will update the Character Table on the wiki each time I update the IC thread. Please do not update the table yourselves. I don't want anyone losing Plot Points or Big Damned Hero Dice from double subtraction.

If you feel I have forgotten to update the table or that my math is wrong, let me know OOC or DM me and I will fix it. Likewise, if I make a mistake on the Character/GM Complications/Assets lists, let me know and I'll fix it. These also get updated when I update the IC thread.

{| class="wikitable"
| '''Character'''
| '''Role'''
| '''Played by'''
|
! '''EP'''
|
! [[file:d6a.png|24px|d6]]
! [[file:d8a.png|24px|d8]]
! [[file:d10a.png|24px|d10]]
! [[file:d12a.png|24px|d12]]
|
! '''PP'''
|-
|scope="row" colspan="12"|
|-
| '''[[Big_Damned_Heroes:_Captain_Nat|Nadezdha]]'''
| Owner
| ''[https://forum.rpg.net/index.php?members/kittlefish.62862/ kittlefish]''
|scope="col" rowspan="10"|
! [[file:d2b.png|24px]]
|scope="col" rowspan="10"|
!
! 1
!
!
|scope="col" rowspan="10"|
! 2
|-
| '''[[Sunrise_Aigele|Sunrise_Aigele]]'''
| Captain
| [https://forum.rpg.net/index.php?members/dersen-lowery.72493/ Dersen Lowery]
! [[file:d1b.png|24px]]
!
!
!
!
! 0
|-
| '''[[Big_Damned_Heroes:_C7|Cedric]]'''
| First Mate
| [https://forum.rpg.net/index.php?members/camk4evr.115244/ camk4evr]
! [[file:d0a.png|24px]]
!
!
!
!
! 2
|-
| '''[[John_Lee|John Lee]]'''
| Pilot
| [https://forum.rpg.net/index.php?members/eplov.229812/ Eplov]
! [[file:d1b.png|24px]]
!
! 1
!
!
! 2
|-
| '''[[Big_Damned_Heroes:_C3|Nola]]'''
| Mechanic
| ''[https://forum.rpg.net/index.php?members/stormraven.9897/ Stormraven]''
! [[file:d0a.png|24px]]
!
!
!
!
! 2
|-
| '''[[Big_Damned_Heroes:_C5|India]]'''
| Doctor
|''[https://forum.rpg.net/index.php?members/blacksheep.2831/ BlackSheep]''
! [[file:d0a.png|24px]]
!
!
!
!
! 1
|-
| '''[[Big_Damned_Heroes:_C1|Brother Foresight]]'''
| Security
| ''[https://forum.rpg.net/index.php?members/muskrat.144471/ Muskrat]''
! [[file:d2b.png|24px]]
!
! 1
!
!
! 5
|-
| '''[[Big_Damned_Heroes:_C4|Gideon]]'''
| Companion
| ''[https://forum.rpg.net/index.php?members/strange-behaviour.186867/ strange behaviour]''
! [[file:d2b.png|24px]]
!
!
!
!
! 2
|-
|-
|! scope="row" colspan="12"|
|-
|! scope="row" colspan="12"|
|-
|! scope="row" colspan="12"|
|-
| ! scope="row" colspan="1"|'''GM'''
| Shenanigans
|! scope="row" colspan="9"|''[https://forum.rpg.net/index.php?members/brahnamin.70442/ brahnamin]''
! 6
|-
|}

[[BDH:_Former_CRew|'''Former Crew''']]

==Complications and Assets==
[[file:d6a.png|24px|d6]] [[file:d8a.png|24px|d8]] [[file:d10a.png|24px|d10]] [[file:d12a.png|24px|d12]]

Complication [C] '''//''' Scene Asset [S] '''/''' Episode Asset [E]
----
----
: [C] '''Red Flag/Blue Flag''' [[file:d8a.png|24px|d8]] John
: [C] '''Stranger Danger''' [[file:d10a.png|24px|d10]] Brother Foresight
: [C] '''Emily's Thing''' [[file:d8a.png|24px|d8]] India
: [C] '''Watching You Watching Me''' [[file:d6a.png|24px|d6]] Nola
: [C] '''Page Family Grudge''' [[file:d6a.png|24px|d6]] Sunrise
----
----
: [S]
----
: [E] '''Infatuated''' [[file:d8a.png|24px|d8]] India/Gideon
: [E] '''Uncle-Daddy''' [[file:d8a.png|24px|d8]] John
: [E] '''With the Band''' [[file:d8a.png|24px|d8]] '''All'''. They say it's not ''what'' you know but ''who'' you know. Due to their association with Nat (and by extension her old band ''Shooting Starlight'') the crew may add this asset to any roll that includes an element of influence where reputation might matter. '''Nat''' herself may roll the asset as a [[file:d10a.png|24px|d10]]
: [E] '''Tightened Security''' [[file:d8a.png|24px|d8]] John
----
----

[[Firefly:_Big_Damned_Heroes#Character_Files.2FMeta_Currencies|< < < Back to Top]]

----
----

==Our Story So Far==
Click [[BDH:__Episode_Archives|'''HERE''']] to read our story premise and explore the episode archives.

[[Firefly:_Big_Damned_Heroes#Character_Files.2FMeta_Currencies|< < < Back to Top]]

==The Ship Herself :: XP [[File:d1b.png|32px]]==
[[BDH:_The_Shìjiàn_Shìjiè | '''The Shìjiàn Shìjiè''' (Event Horizon)]] is a series-3 Firefly Class Transport modded for smuggling.

[[File:Ffsilhouette0006.png|600px|center]]

:[[BDH:_Ship_Advancement | '''Ship Advancement''']]

[[Firefly:_Big_Damned_Heroes#Character_Files.2FMeta_Currencies|< < < Back to Top]]

==Chargen==
[[File:BDHavatar0002.png|350px|right]]
Click [[BDH:_Chargen|'''HERE''']] to build your Big Damned Hero.
: [[BDH:_Template|'''Blank Character Template''']]
: [[BDH:_Character_Advancement|'''Character Advancement''']]

[[Firefly:_Big_Damned_Heroes#Character_Files.2FMeta_Currencies|< < < Back to Top]]

==Mods==
Click [[BDH:_Game_Mods|'''HERE''']] to see which Cortex Mods we will be using with this game.

[[Firefly:_Big_Damned_Heroes#Character_Files.2FMeta_Currencies|< < < Back to Top]]

==Player Expectations==
'''Post Frequency'''
* I am asking for a '''daily''' posting commitment for this game as a general rule, with the understanding that posting might be less frequent on weekends and holidays. Meatworld being what it is, this generally averages to 3-4 GM updates per week.
:'''Note:''' if 24-36 hours have gone by since my last GM update, I may post a new update, even if all players have not posted, to maintain momentum.

'''Post Absences'''
*If you will ''not'' be able to post, for whatever reason, please ping us in OOC if you can so we know what is going on or post to the [https://forum.rpg.net/showthread.php?709532-Grand-Central-Absences-Station Absences Thread] (I pretty much check that thing every time it lights up).

'''Post Formatting'''
* Please '''bold''' your character's name at the top of each IC post or '''bold''' the first instance of your character's name in the body of the post. We all game with lots of folk, sometimes with the same players in different games; this just makes it easier to keep track of which character we're addressing.

* If you are addressing another PC in your post it is helpful to '''bold''' their character name as well so it stands out for them.

* OOC blocks are fine for showing dice rolls and brief OOC comments directly related to a particular post. Please sblock if you need to include large blocks of text related to your IC post. All other OOC content should go in the OOC thread itself.

* Do not place action statements (incl pp spends/asset generation) or dice rolls in the OOC Thread. I will never keep up with those. All action statements and dice rolls should go in the IC Thread [with dice rolls OOC Blocked].

* Please link all dice rolls back to your dice roller.

[[File:Alice001.png|500px|center]]

[[Firefly:_Big_Damned_Heroes#Character_Files.2FMeta_Currencies|< < < Back to Top]]

==Resource Bidding==
PBP format doesn't work well for Player/GM back and forth, so I do my best to avoid it. This means the bidding aspect of spending PP on a roll kinda drops off. Instead, I find it helpful for players to indicate (if you are able) how many PP/BDHD you are willing to spend (if any) to succeed on the roll. I will do my best to make sure those PP are spent as economically as possible to achieve your desired outcome.

If my GMC is willing (presuming I have the PP to burn) to spend enough GM PP that you cannot succeed, I will let you know that so you don't have to burn PP if you don't want to on a failed action (though you always have the option to spend your PP to force me to spend mine in those situations).

If I am requiring an action of you (defending vs an attack, random notice check, etc) I will roll stakes so you know what you are rolling against, and I will tell you what PP I am willing to spend. I don't generally pre-roll for actions I think you ''might'' take no matter how obvious it may seem, because I don't want to influence how you choose to act in a scene.

If you would earn a pp for using an SFX (including Hinder), you may spend that pp on the roll that earned it. Likewise if the GM buys a rolled hitch.

[[Firefly:_Big_Damned_Heroes#Character_Files.2FMeta_Currencies|< < < Back to Top]]

[[File:FFC0003.png|300px|center]]

==PVP==
While there is the potential for a fairly significant amount of player vs player conflict in a game like this one, I prefer not to run games that lean heavily to that assumption. Games like that simply do not need a GM, and I would much rather spend my time running games that ''do'' need a GM.

[[File:FFChef0002.png|300px|right]]

For reference, what I consider PVP basically amounts to this:

'''If an action would require dice to affect a GMC, then it counts as PVP if used against a PC'''

So disagreements, trash talking, indirect actions that might affect another character but aren't made directly against that character are all potentially on the table with the caveat that if something just makes the game not fun for someone that we respect that and steer clear.

----

If you want to do something that directly acts against another player's character, proceed based on the following criteria:

----

'''Unilateral Permission:''' The other player agrees to your action. No rolls are needed. Just RP it out.

'''Limited Permission:''' The other player doesn't agree that it is an automatic thing, but does agree to let the math rocks decide. Roll it out.

'''Declined Permission:''' The other player does not agree to PVP. Move on with something else.

[[Firefly:_Big_Damned_Heroes#Character_Files.2FMeta_Currencies|< < < Back to Top]]

==Development and Play Threads==
[https://forum.rpg.net/index.php?threads/open-recruitment-firefly-big-damned-heroes.915917/ Recruitment Thread]

[https://forum.rpg.net/index.php?threads/firefly-big-damned-heroes-cortex-prime.916228/ OOC Thread]

[https://forum.rpg.net/index.php?threads/firefly-big-damned-heroes-cortex-prime.916230/ IC Thread]

[[Firefly:_Big_Damned_Heroes#Character_Files.2FMeta_Currencies|< < < Back to Top]]

==Other Resources==
[https://firefly.fandom.com/wiki/Main_Page Firefly Wiki] Wiki by Fandom for the show Firefly.

[[Firefly:_Speechifying_in_the_'Verse|Chinese Slang & Firefly Phrases]] For adding color to how your character speaks.

[https://www.google.com/search?safe=off&sxsrf=ALeKk01grWpeS6Tz0eB11tkjbto7hO5M-Q%3A1613327080894&ei=6GopYISWNqLJ5gKqvKDoDg&q=english+to+chinese&oq=english+to+chinese&gs_lcp=Cgdnd3Mtd2l6EAwyBwgjELADECcyBwgAELADEEMyBwgAELADEEMyBwgAELADEEMyBwgAELADEEMyBwgAELADEEMyBwgAELADEEMyBwgAELADEEMyBwgAELADEEMyBwgAELADEENQAFgAYIbOXGgBcAJ4AIABWYgBWZIBATGYAQCqAQdnd3Mtd2l6yAEKwAEB&sclient=gws-wiz&ved=0ahUKEwiEqsDc_-nuAhWipFkKHSoeCO0Q4dUDCA0 Translator] English/Chinese Dictionary.

[http://orokos.com/roll/?action=roll Orokos] Online Dice Roller.

[https://forum.rpg.net/showthread.php?709532-Grand-Central-Absences-Station Absences Thread] If you can't post for whatever reason let us know here or in OOC.

[http://exploring-infinity.com/2011/12/23/leveragin-the-black-situation-generator/ Firefly Job Generator] (GM Tool)

[[File:Fix00003.png|250px]]

[[Firefly:_Big_Damned_Heroes#Character_Files.2FMeta_Currencies|< < < Back to Top]]

==Alternate Players==
*'''-'''
*'''-'''

[[Firefly:_Big_Damned_Heroes#Character_Files.2FMeta_Currencies|< < < Back to Top]]

BDH: Episode 2

2024-10-09T18:23:21Z

Brahnamin: /* Notable GMCs */

Firefly: Big Damned Heroes

2024-10-09T16:05:46Z

Brahnamin: /* Character Files/Meta Currencies */

__NOTOC__
[[File:BDHcover0001.png|600px|center]]
==''The work's illegal, but at least it's honest.''==

=Character Files/Meta Currencies=
I will update the Character Table on the wiki each time I update the IC thread. Please do not update the table yourselves. I don't want anyone losing Plot Points or Big Damned Hero Dice from double subtraction.

If you feel I have forgotten to update the table or that my math is wrong, let me know OOC or DM me and I will fix it. Likewise, if I make a mistake on the Character/GM Complications/Assets lists, let me know and I'll fix it. These also get updated when I update the IC thread.

{| class="wikitable"
| '''Character'''
| '''Role'''
| '''Played by'''
|
! '''EP'''
|
! [[file:d6a.png|24px|d6]]
! [[file:d8a.png|24px|d8]]
! [[file:d10a.png|24px|d10]]
! [[file:d12a.png|24px|d12]]
|
! '''PP'''
|-
|scope="row" colspan="12"|
|-
| '''[[Big_Damned_Heroes:_Captain_Nat|Nadezdha]]'''
| Owner
| ''[https://forum.rpg.net/index.php?members/kittlefish.62862/ kittlefish]''
|scope="col" rowspan="10"|
! [[file:d2b.png|24px]]
|scope="col" rowspan="10"|
!
! 1
!
!
|scope="col" rowspan="10"|
! 2
|-
| '''[[Sunrise_Aigele|Sunrise_Aigele]]'''
| Captain
| [https://forum.rpg.net/index.php?members/dersen-lowery.72493/ Dersen Lowery]
! [[file:d1b.png|24px]]
!
!
!
!
! 0
|-
| '''[[Big_Damned_Heroes:_C7|Cedric]]'''
| First Mate
| [https://forum.rpg.net/index.php?members/camk4evr.115244/ camk4evr]
! [[file:d0a.png|24px]]
!
!
!
!
! 2
|-
| '''[[John_Lee|John Lee]]'''
| Pilot
| [https://forum.rpg.net/index.php?members/eplov.229812/ Eplov]
! [[file:d1b.png|24px]]
!
! 1
!
!
! 2
|-
| '''[[Big_Damned_Heroes:_C3|Nola]]'''
| Mechanic
| ''[https://forum.rpg.net/index.php?members/stormraven.9897/ Stormraven]''
! [[file:d0a.png|24px]]
!
!
!
!
! 2
|-
| '''[[Big_Damned_Heroes:_C5|India]]'''
| Doctor
|''[https://forum.rpg.net/index.php?members/blacksheep.2831/ BlackSheep]''
! [[file:d0a.png|24px]]
!
!
!
!
! 2
|-
| '''[[Big_Damned_Heroes:_C1|Brother Foresight]]'''
| Security
| ''[https://forum.rpg.net/index.php?members/muskrat.144471/ Muskrat]''
! [[file:d2b.png|24px]]
!
! 1
!
!
! 5
|-
| '''[[Big_Damned_Heroes:_C4|Gideon]]'''
| Companion
| ''[https://forum.rpg.net/index.php?members/strange-behaviour.186867/ strange behaviour]''
! [[file:d2b.png|24px]]
!
!
!
!
! 2
|-
|-
|! scope="row" colspan="12"|
|-
|! scope="row" colspan="12"|
|-
|! scope="row" colspan="12"|
|-
| ! scope="row" colspan="1"|'''GM'''
| Shenanigans
|! scope="row" colspan="9"|''[https://forum.rpg.net/index.php?members/brahnamin.70442/ brahnamin]''
! 6
|-
|}

[[BDH:_Former_CRew|'''Former Crew''']]

==Complications and Assets==
[[file:d6a.png|24px|d6]] [[file:d8a.png|24px|d8]] [[file:d10a.png|24px|d10]] [[file:d12a.png|24px|d12]]

Complication [C] '''//''' Scene Asset [S] '''/''' Episode Asset [E]
----
----
: [C] '''Red Flag/Blue Flag''' [[file:d8a.png|24px|d8]] John
: [C] '''Stranger Danger''' [[file:d10a.png|24px|d10]] Brother Foresight
: [C] '''Emily's Thing''' [[file:d10a.png|24px|d10]] India
: [C] '''Watching You Watching Me''' [[file:d6a.png|24px|d6]] Nola
: [C] '''Page Family Grudge''' [[file:d6a.png|24px|d6]] Sunrise
----
----
: [S]
----
: [E] '''Infatuated''' [[file:d8a.png|24px|d8]] India/Gideon
: [E] '''Uncle-Daddy''' [[file:d8a.png|24px|d8]] John
: [E] '''With the Band''' [[file:d8a.png|24px|d8]] '''All'''. They say it's not ''what'' you know but ''who'' you know. Due to their association with Nat (and by extension her old band ''Shooting Starlight'') the crew may add this asset to any roll that includes an element of influence where reputation might matter. '''Nat''' herself may roll the asset as a [[file:d10a.png|24px|d10]]
: [E] '''Tightened Security''' [[file:d8a.png|24px|d8]] John
----
----

[[Firefly:_Big_Damned_Heroes#Character_Files.2FMeta_Currencies|< < < Back to Top]]

----
----

==Our Story So Far==
Click [[BDH:__Episode_Archives|'''HERE''']] to read our story premise and explore the episode archives.

[[Firefly:_Big_Damned_Heroes#Character_Files.2FMeta_Currencies|< < < Back to Top]]

==The Ship Herself :: XP [[File:d1b.png|32px]]==
[[BDH:_The_Shìjiàn_Shìjiè | '''The Shìjiàn Shìjiè''' (Event Horizon)]] is a series-3 Firefly Class Transport modded for smuggling.

[[File:Ffsilhouette0006.png|600px|center]]

:[[BDH:_Ship_Advancement | '''Ship Advancement''']]

[[Firefly:_Big_Damned_Heroes#Character_Files.2FMeta_Currencies|< < < Back to Top]]

==Chargen==
[[File:BDHavatar0002.png|350px|right]]
Click [[BDH:_Chargen|'''HERE''']] to build your Big Damned Hero.
: [[BDH:_Template|'''Blank Character Template''']]
: [[BDH:_Character_Advancement|'''Character Advancement''']]

[[Firefly:_Big_Damned_Heroes#Character_Files.2FMeta_Currencies|< < < Back to Top]]

==Mods==
Click [[BDH:_Game_Mods|'''HERE''']] to see which Cortex Mods we will be using with this game.

[[Firefly:_Big_Damned_Heroes#Character_Files.2FMeta_Currencies|< < < Back to Top]]

==Player Expectations==
'''Post Frequency'''
* I am asking for a '''daily''' posting commitment for this game as a general rule, with the understanding that posting might be less frequent on weekends and holidays. Meatworld being what it is, this generally averages to 3-4 GM updates per week.
:'''Note:''' if 24-36 hours have gone by since my last GM update, I may post a new update, even if all players have not posted, to maintain momentum.

'''Post Absences'''
*If you will ''not'' be able to post, for whatever reason, please ping us in OOC if you can so we know what is going on or post to the [https://forum.rpg.net/showthread.php?709532-Grand-Central-Absences-Station Absences Thread] (I pretty much check that thing every time it lights up).

'''Post Formatting'''
* Please '''bold''' your character's name at the top of each IC post or '''bold''' the first instance of your character's name in the body of the post. We all game with lots of folk, sometimes with the same players in different games; this just makes it easier to keep track of which character we're addressing.

* If you are addressing another PC in your post it is helpful to '''bold''' their character name as well so it stands out for them.

* OOC blocks are fine for showing dice rolls and brief OOC comments directly related to a particular post. Please sblock if you need to include large blocks of text related to your IC post. All other OOC content should go in the OOC thread itself.

* Do not place action statements (incl pp spends/asset generation) or dice rolls in the OOC Thread. I will never keep up with those. All action statements and dice rolls should go in the IC Thread [with dice rolls OOC Blocked].

* Please link all dice rolls back to your dice roller.

[[File:Alice001.png|500px|center]]

[[Firefly:_Big_Damned_Heroes#Character_Files.2FMeta_Currencies|< < < Back to Top]]

==Resource Bidding==
PBP format doesn't work well for Player/GM back and forth, so I do my best to avoid it. This means the bidding aspect of spending PP on a roll kinda drops off. Instead, I find it helpful for players to indicate (if you are able) how many PP/BDHD you are willing to spend (if any) to succeed on the roll. I will do my best to make sure those PP are spent as economically as possible to achieve your desired outcome.

If my GMC is willing (presuming I have the PP to burn) to spend enough GM PP that you cannot succeed, I will let you know that so you don't have to burn PP if you don't want to on a failed action (though you always have the option to spend your PP to force me to spend mine in those situations).

If I am requiring an action of you (defending vs an attack, random notice check, etc) I will roll stakes so you know what you are rolling against, and I will tell you what PP I am willing to spend. I don't generally pre-roll for actions I think you ''might'' take no matter how obvious it may seem, because I don't want to influence how you choose to act in a scene.

If you would earn a pp for using an SFX (including Hinder), you may spend that pp on the roll that earned it. Likewise if the GM buys a rolled hitch.

[[Firefly:_Big_Damned_Heroes#Character_Files.2FMeta_Currencies|< < < Back to Top]]

[[File:FFC0003.png|300px|center]]

==PVP==
While there is the potential for a fairly significant amount of player vs player conflict in a game like this one, I prefer not to run games that lean heavily to that assumption. Games like that simply do not need a GM, and I would much rather spend my time running games that ''do'' need a GM.

[[File:FFChef0002.png|300px|right]]

For reference, what I consider PVP basically amounts to this:

'''If an action would require dice to affect a GMC, then it counts as PVP if used against a PC'''

So disagreements, trash talking, indirect actions that might affect another character but aren't made directly against that character are all potentially on the table with the caveat that if something just makes the game not fun for someone that we respect that and steer clear.

----

If you want to do something that directly acts against another player's character, proceed based on the following criteria:

----

'''Unilateral Permission:''' The other player agrees to your action. No rolls are needed. Just RP it out.

'''Limited Permission:''' The other player doesn't agree that it is an automatic thing, but does agree to let the math rocks decide. Roll it out.

'''Declined Permission:''' The other player does not agree to PVP. Move on with something else.

[[Firefly:_Big_Damned_Heroes#Character_Files.2FMeta_Currencies|< < < Back to Top]]

==Development and Play Threads==
[https://forum.rpg.net/index.php?threads/open-recruitment-firefly-big-damned-heroes.915917/ Recruitment Thread]

[https://forum.rpg.net/index.php?threads/firefly-big-damned-heroes-cortex-prime.916228/ OOC Thread]

[https://forum.rpg.net/index.php?threads/firefly-big-damned-heroes-cortex-prime.916230/ IC Thread]

[[Firefly:_Big_Damned_Heroes#Character_Files.2FMeta_Currencies|< < < Back to Top]]

==Other Resources==
[https://firefly.fandom.com/wiki/Main_Page Firefly Wiki] Wiki by Fandom for the show Firefly.

[[Firefly:_Speechifying_in_the_'Verse|Chinese Slang & Firefly Phrases]] For adding color to how your character speaks.

[https://www.google.com/search?safe=off&sxsrf=ALeKk01grWpeS6Tz0eB11tkjbto7hO5M-Q%3A1613327080894&ei=6GopYISWNqLJ5gKqvKDoDg&q=english+to+chinese&oq=english+to+chinese&gs_lcp=Cgdnd3Mtd2l6EAwyBwgjELADECcyBwgAELADEEMyBwgAELADEEMyBwgAELADEEMyBwgAELADEEMyBwgAELADEEMyBwgAELADEEMyBwgAELADEEMyBwgAELADEEMyBwgAELADEENQAFgAYIbOXGgBcAJ4AIABWYgBWZIBATGYAQCqAQdnd3Mtd2l6yAEKwAEB&sclient=gws-wiz&ved=0ahUKEwiEqsDc_-nuAhWipFkKHSoeCO0Q4dUDCA0 Translator] English/Chinese Dictionary.

[http://orokos.com/roll/?action=roll Orokos] Online Dice Roller.

[https://forum.rpg.net/showthread.php?709532-Grand-Central-Absences-Station Absences Thread] If you can't post for whatever reason let us know here or in OOC.

[http://exploring-infinity.com/2011/12/23/leveragin-the-black-situation-generator/ Firefly Job Generator] (GM Tool)

[[File:Fix00003.png|250px]]

[[Firefly:_Big_Damned_Heroes#Character_Files.2FMeta_Currencies|< < < Back to Top]]

==Alternate Players==
*'''-'''
*'''-'''

[[Firefly:_Big_Damned_Heroes#Character_Files.2FMeta_Currencies|< < < Back to Top]]

Firefly: Big Damned Heroes

2024-10-09T16:05:05Z

Brahnamin: /* Complications and Assets */

__NOTOC__
[[File:BDHcover0001.png|600px|center]]
==''The work's illegal, but at least it's honest.''==

=Character Files/Meta Currencies=
I will update the Character Table on the wiki each time I update the IC thread. Please do not update the table yourselves. I don't want anyone losing Plot Points or Big Damned Hero Dice from double subtraction.

If you feel I have forgotten to update the table or that my math is wrong, let me know OOC or DM me and I will fix it. Likewise, if I make a mistake on the Character/GM Complications/Assets lists, let me know and I'll fix it. These also get updated when I update the IC thread.

{| class="wikitable"
| '''Character'''
| '''Role'''
| '''Played by'''
|
! '''EP'''
|
! [[file:d6a.png|24px|d6]]
! [[file:d8a.png|24px|d8]]
! [[file:d10a.png|24px|d10]]
! [[file:d12a.png|24px|d12]]
|
! '''PP'''
|-
|scope="row" colspan="12"|
|-
| '''[[Big_Damned_Heroes:_Captain_Nat|Nadezdha]]'''
| Owner
| ''[https://forum.rpg.net/index.php?members/kittlefish.62862/ kittlefish]''
|scope="col" rowspan="10"|
! [[file:d2b.png|24px]]
|scope="col" rowspan="10"|
!
! 1
!
!
|scope="col" rowspan="10"|
! 2
|-
| '''[[Sunrise_Aigele|Sunrise_Aigele]]'''
| Captain
| [https://forum.rpg.net/index.php?members/dersen-lowery.72493/ Dersen Lowery]
! [[file:d1b.png|24px]]
!
!
!
!
! 0
|-
| '''[[Big_Damned_Heroes:_C7|Cedric]]'''
| First Mate
| [https://forum.rpg.net/index.php?members/camk4evr.115244/ camk4evr]
! [[file:d0a.png|24px]]
!
!
!
!
! 2
|-
| '''[[John_Lee|John Lee]]'''
| Pilot
| [https://forum.rpg.net/index.php?members/eplov.229812/ Eplov]
! [[file:d1b.png|24px]]
!
! 1
!
!
! 3
|-
| '''[[Big_Damned_Heroes:_C3|Nola]]'''
| Mechanic
| ''[https://forum.rpg.net/index.php?members/stormraven.9897/ Stormraven]''
! [[file:d0a.png|24px]]
!
!
!
!
! 2
|-
| '''[[Big_Damned_Heroes:_C5|India]]'''
| Doctor
|''[https://forum.rpg.net/index.php?members/blacksheep.2831/ BlackSheep]''
! [[file:d0a.png|24px]]
!
!
!
!
! 3
|-
| '''[[Big_Damned_Heroes:_C1|Brother Foresight]]'''
| Security
| ''[https://forum.rpg.net/index.php?members/muskrat.144471/ Muskrat]''
! [[file:d2b.png|24px]]
!
! 1
!
!
! 5
|-
| '''[[Big_Damned_Heroes:_C4|Gideon]]'''
| Companion
| ''[https://forum.rpg.net/index.php?members/strange-behaviour.186867/ strange behaviour]''
! [[file:d2b.png|24px]]
!
!
!
!
! 2
|-
|-
|! scope="row" colspan="12"|
|-
|! scope="row" colspan="12"|
|-
|! scope="row" colspan="12"|
|-
| ! scope="row" colspan="1"|'''GM'''
| Shenanigans
|! scope="row" colspan="9"|''[https://forum.rpg.net/index.php?members/brahnamin.70442/ brahnamin]''
! 6
|-
|}

[[BDH:_Former_CRew|'''Former Crew''']]

==Complications and Assets==
[[file:d6a.png|24px|d6]] [[file:d8a.png|24px|d8]] [[file:d10a.png|24px|d10]] [[file:d12a.png|24px|d12]]

Complication [C] '''//''' Scene Asset [S] '''/''' Episode Asset [E]
----
----
: [C] '''Red Flag/Blue Flag''' [[file:d8a.png|24px|d8]] John
: [C] '''Stranger Danger''' [[file:d10a.png|24px|d10]] Brother Foresight
: [C] '''Emily's Thing''' [[file:d10a.png|24px|d10]] India
: [C] '''Watching You Watching Me''' [[file:d6a.png|24px|d6]] Nola
: [C] '''Page Family Grudge''' [[file:d6a.png|24px|d6]] Sunrise
----
----
: [S]
----
: [E] '''Infatuated''' [[file:d8a.png|24px|d8]] India/Gideon
: [E] '''Uncle-Daddy''' [[file:d8a.png|24px|d8]] John
: [E] '''With the Band''' [[file:d8a.png|24px|d8]] '''All'''. They say it's not ''what'' you know but ''who'' you know. Due to their association with Nat (and by extension her old band ''Shooting Starlight'') the crew may add this asset to any roll that includes an element of influence where reputation might matter. '''Nat''' herself may roll the asset as a [[file:d10a.png|24px|d10]]
: [E] '''Tightened Security''' [[file:d8a.png|24px|d8]] John
----
----

[[Firefly:_Big_Damned_Heroes#Character_Files.2FMeta_Currencies|< < < Back to Top]]

----
----

==Our Story So Far==
Click [[BDH:__Episode_Archives|'''HERE''']] to read our story premise and explore the episode archives.

[[Firefly:_Big_Damned_Heroes#Character_Files.2FMeta_Currencies|< < < Back to Top]]

==The Ship Herself :: XP [[File:d1b.png|32px]]==
[[BDH:_The_Shìjiàn_Shìjiè | '''The Shìjiàn Shìjiè''' (Event Horizon)]] is a series-3 Firefly Class Transport modded for smuggling.

[[File:Ffsilhouette0006.png|600px|center]]

:[[BDH:_Ship_Advancement | '''Ship Advancement''']]

[[Firefly:_Big_Damned_Heroes#Character_Files.2FMeta_Currencies|< < < Back to Top]]

==Chargen==
[[File:BDHavatar0002.png|350px|right]]
Click [[BDH:_Chargen|'''HERE''']] to build your Big Damned Hero.
: [[BDH:_Template|'''Blank Character Template''']]
: [[BDH:_Character_Advancement|'''Character Advancement''']]

[[Firefly:_Big_Damned_Heroes#Character_Files.2FMeta_Currencies|< < < Back to Top]]

==Mods==
Click [[BDH:_Game_Mods|'''HERE''']] to see which Cortex Mods we will be using with this game.

[[Firefly:_Big_Damned_Heroes#Character_Files.2FMeta_Currencies|< < < Back to Top]]

==Player Expectations==
'''Post Frequency'''
* I am asking for a '''daily''' posting commitment for this game as a general rule, with the understanding that posting might be less frequent on weekends and holidays. Meatworld being what it is, this generally averages to 3-4 GM updates per week.
:'''Note:''' if 24-36 hours have gone by since my last GM update, I may post a new update, even if all players have not posted, to maintain momentum.

'''Post Absences'''
*If you will ''not'' be able to post, for whatever reason, please ping us in OOC if you can so we know what is going on or post to the [https://forum.rpg.net/showthread.php?709532-Grand-Central-Absences-Station Absences Thread] (I pretty much check that thing every time it lights up).

'''Post Formatting'''
* Please '''bold''' your character's name at the top of each IC post or '''bold''' the first instance of your character's name in the body of the post. We all game with lots of folk, sometimes with the same players in different games; this just makes it easier to keep track of which character we're addressing.

* If you are addressing another PC in your post it is helpful to '''bold''' their character name as well so it stands out for them.

* OOC blocks are fine for showing dice rolls and brief OOC comments directly related to a particular post. Please sblock if you need to include large blocks of text related to your IC post. All other OOC content should go in the OOC thread itself.

* Do not place action statements (incl pp spends/asset generation) or dice rolls in the OOC Thread. I will never keep up with those. All action statements and dice rolls should go in the IC Thread [with dice rolls OOC Blocked].

* Please link all dice rolls back to your dice roller.

[[File:Alice001.png|500px|center]]

[[Firefly:_Big_Damned_Heroes#Character_Files.2FMeta_Currencies|< < < Back to Top]]

==Resource Bidding==
PBP format doesn't work well for Player/GM back and forth, so I do my best to avoid it. This means the bidding aspect of spending PP on a roll kinda drops off. Instead, I find it helpful for players to indicate (if you are able) how many PP/BDHD you are willing to spend (if any) to succeed on the roll. I will do my best to make sure those PP are spent as economically as possible to achieve your desired outcome.

If my GMC is willing (presuming I have the PP to burn) to spend enough GM PP that you cannot succeed, I will let you know that so you don't have to burn PP if you don't want to on a failed action (though you always have the option to spend your PP to force me to spend mine in those situations).

If I am requiring an action of you (defending vs an attack, random notice check, etc) I will roll stakes so you know what you are rolling against, and I will tell you what PP I am willing to spend. I don't generally pre-roll for actions I think you ''might'' take no matter how obvious it may seem, because I don't want to influence how you choose to act in a scene.

If you would earn a pp for using an SFX (including Hinder), you may spend that pp on the roll that earned it. Likewise if the GM buys a rolled hitch.

[[Firefly:_Big_Damned_Heroes#Character_Files.2FMeta_Currencies|< < < Back to Top]]

[[File:FFC0003.png|300px|center]]

==PVP==
While there is the potential for a fairly significant amount of player vs player conflict in a game like this one, I prefer not to run games that lean heavily to that assumption. Games like that simply do not need a GM, and I would much rather spend my time running games that ''do'' need a GM.

[[File:FFChef0002.png|300px|right]]

For reference, what I consider PVP basically amounts to this:

'''If an action would require dice to affect a GMC, then it counts as PVP if used against a PC'''

So disagreements, trash talking, indirect actions that might affect another character but aren't made directly against that character are all potentially on the table with the caveat that if something just makes the game not fun for someone that we respect that and steer clear.

----

If you want to do something that directly acts against another player's character, proceed based on the following criteria:

----

'''Unilateral Permission:''' The other player agrees to your action. No rolls are needed. Just RP it out.

'''Limited Permission:''' The other player doesn't agree that it is an automatic thing, but does agree to let the math rocks decide. Roll it out.

'''Declined Permission:''' The other player does not agree to PVP. Move on with something else.

[[Firefly:_Big_Damned_Heroes#Character_Files.2FMeta_Currencies|< < < Back to Top]]

==Development and Play Threads==
[https://forum.rpg.net/index.php?threads/open-recruitment-firefly-big-damned-heroes.915917/ Recruitment Thread]

[https://forum.rpg.net/index.php?threads/firefly-big-damned-heroes-cortex-prime.916228/ OOC Thread]

[https://forum.rpg.net/index.php?threads/firefly-big-damned-heroes-cortex-prime.916230/ IC Thread]

[[Firefly:_Big_Damned_Heroes#Character_Files.2FMeta_Currencies|< < < Back to Top]]

==Other Resources==
[https://firefly.fandom.com/wiki/Main_Page Firefly Wiki] Wiki by Fandom for the show Firefly.

[[Firefly:_Speechifying_in_the_'Verse|Chinese Slang & Firefly Phrases]] For adding color to how your character speaks.

[https://www.google.com/search?safe=off&sxsrf=ALeKk01grWpeS6Tz0eB11tkjbto7hO5M-Q%3A1613327080894&ei=6GopYISWNqLJ5gKqvKDoDg&q=english+to+chinese&oq=english+to+chinese&gs_lcp=Cgdnd3Mtd2l6EAwyBwgjELADECcyBwgAELADEEMyBwgAELADEEMyBwgAELADEEMyBwgAELADEEMyBwgAELADEEMyBwgAELADEEMyBwgAELADEEMyBwgAELADEEMyBwgAELADEENQAFgAYIbOXGgBcAJ4AIABWYgBWZIBATGYAQCqAQdnd3Mtd2l6yAEKwAEB&sclient=gws-wiz&ved=0ahUKEwiEqsDc_-nuAhWipFkKHSoeCO0Q4dUDCA0 Translator] English/Chinese Dictionary.

[http://orokos.com/roll/?action=roll Orokos] Online Dice Roller.

[https://forum.rpg.net/showthread.php?709532-Grand-Central-Absences-Station Absences Thread] If you can't post for whatever reason let us know here or in OOC.

[http://exploring-infinity.com/2011/12/23/leveragin-the-black-situation-generator/ Firefly Job Generator] (GM Tool)

[[File:Fix00003.png|250px]]

[[Firefly:_Big_Damned_Heroes#Character_Files.2FMeta_Currencies|< < < Back to Top]]

==Alternate Players==
*'''-'''
*'''-'''

[[Firefly:_Big_Damned_Heroes#Character_Files.2FMeta_Currencies|< < < Back to Top]]

D&D 5e: Against the Fathomless

2024-10-04T13:23:50Z

Brahnamin: /* Player Characters */

__NOTOC__
=A Planescape Adventure for 5e=
[[File:Planescape0003.png|center|400px]]

==Player Characters==
Please link your character sheet to your character's name. It can be a wiki page or an offsite sheet so long as I can open it without having to sign in anywhere.

Go [[Fathomless:_Character_Generation|'''HERE''']] for chargen rules and guidelines.

*'''Character Name''' Played by: ''[https://forum.rpg.net/index.php?members/nightgoblyn.56962/ NightGoblyn]''
:: L9 | Initiative Mod +X | P-Per XX / P-Ins XX

*'''Character Name''' Played by: ''[https://forum.rpg.net/index.php?members/strange-behaviour.186867/ strange beaviour]''
:: L9 | Initiative Mod +X | P-Per XX / P-Ins XX

*'''Character Name''' Played by: ''[https://forum.rpg.net/index.php?members/archer.10289/ Archer]''
:: L9 | Initiative Mod +X | P-Per XX / P-Ins XX

*'''Character Name''' Played by:
:: L9 | Initiative Mod +X | P-Per XX / P-Ins XX

*'''Character Name''' Played by:
:: L9 | Initiative Mod +X | P-Per XX / P-Ins XX

=Metagame Tools=
Below is all the boilerplate stuff that is essentially the same for virtually all my PBP games.

==Threads==
Development Thread

OOC Thread

IC Thread

----
[[D%26D_5e:_Against_the_Fathomless#Player_Characters| < < < Back to the Top]]

==Resources==
[http://orokos.com/roll/?action=roll Orokos] - Online Dice Roller.

[https://roll20.net/compendium/dnd5e/BookIndex Roll 20] - 5e Online.

[https://forum.rpg.net/showthread.php?709532-Grand-Central-Absences-Station Absences Thread] - If you can't post for whatever reason let us know here or in OOC.

----
[[D%26D_5e:_Against_the_Fathomless#Player_Characters| < < < Back to the Top]]

==Expectations==
'''Post Frequency'''

I am asking for a '''daily''' posting commitment for this game as a general rule, with the understanding that posting might be less frequent on weekends and holidays. Meatworld being what it is, this generally averages to 3-4 GM updates per week.
:'''Note:''' if 24-36 hours have gone by since my last GM update, I may post a new update, even if all players have not posted, to maintain momentum.

:This is sometimes just the most expedient path forward given the medium and the constraints of communicating over real distances rather than across a table.

----
[[D%26D_5e:_Against_the_Fathomless#Player_Characters| < < < Back to the Top]]

'''Post Absences'''

If you will ''not'' be able to post, for whatever reason, please ping us in OOC so we know what is going on or post to the [https://forum.rpg.net/showthread.php?709532-Grand-Central-Absences-Station Absences Thread] (I pretty much check that thing every time it lights up).

----
[[D%26D_5e:_Against_the_Fathomless#Player_Characters| < < < Back to the Top]]

''' Post Formatting'''

Please include the following header at the top of each IC Post:
:'''Character Name''' || AC || '''HP Current/Max''' || Spell DC || '''Inspiration Y/N'''

Similarly, please observe the following guidelines when composing your IC posts:
* Please '''bold''' your character's name at the top of each IC post or '''bold''' the first instance of your character's name in the body of the post. We all game with lots of folk, sometimes with the same players in different games; this just makes it easier to keep track of which character we're addressing.

* If you are addressing another PC in your post it is helpful to '''bold''' their character name as well so it stands out for them.

* OOC blocks are fine for showing dice rolls and brief OOC comments directly related to a particular post. Please sblock if you need to include large blocks of text related to your IC post. All other OOC content should go in the OOC thread itself.

* Do not place action statements or dice rolls in the OOC Thread. I know from brutal experience that I will never keep up if you do. All action statements and dice rolls should go in the IC Thread [with dice rolls OOC Blocked].

* Please link all dice rolls back to your dice roller.

----
[[D%26D_5e:_Against_the_Fathomless#Player_Characters| < < < Back to the Top]]

==House Rules==
'''Initiative'''

One of the things that makes D&D tricky to run for PBP games is the importance initiative order can have.

Posting by initiative order (whether rolled or static) can bring a PBP game to a grinding halt, so I don't follow that format.

Ideally, everyone posts their actions (incl. dice rolls - I'd rather you roll and not need it than not roll and need it) as they have time to come online and make a post, and then I roll NPC/Monster actions during the update and sort out who did what when by looking at static initiative bonuses and compose my update around that turn order.

I will also look at what is being declared and make it all work as much in favor of the players as possible. No shenanigans where you lose your turn chopping at an enemy somebody else killed already or having the wizard flamebroil another PC with their fireball for rushing in, etc.

This does rob y'all of the tactical mini-game that having an initiative order encourages, but it keeps the game flowing, and to my mind that alone makes it worth it.

:'''Note:''' I will do my best to be sure you guys have the necessary information to resolve your own rolls in combat scenes (AC/HP/Saves etc) to ensure things go as smooth and hitch free as we can manage.

:'''Note:''' For those folk who get bonuses for specific initiative-centric builds/feats/etc, I'll work out a satisfactory equivalent with you before play starts.

----
[[D%26D_5e:_Against_the_Fathomless#Player_Characters| < < < Back to the Top]]

'''Inspiration'''

Instead of the hoop jumping suggested for this oft forgotten resource, I prefer if inspiration instead just refreshes every short and long rest.
*You can only ever have one at a time.
*Players may donate their inspiration to another player who has none if they wish.

----
[[D%26D_5e:_Against_the_Fathomless#Player_Characters| < < < Back to the Top]]

==PVP==
While there is the potential for player vs player conflict in any game, I prefer not to run games that lean heavily to that assumption. Games like that simply do not need a GM, and I would much rather spend my time running games that ''do'' need a GM.

'''For reference, what I consider PVP basically amounts to this:''' ''If an action would require dice to affect an NPC, then it counts as PVP to use against a PC''.

So disagreements, trash talking, indirect actions that might affect another character but aren't made directly against that character are all potentially on the table with the caveat that if something just makes the game not fun for someone that we respect that and steer clear.
----
If you want to do something that directly acts against another player's character, proceed based on the following criteria:
: '''Unilateral Permission:''' The other player agrees to your action. No rolls are needed. Just RP it out.
: '''Limited Permission:''' The other player doesn't agree that it is an automatic thing, but does agree to let the math rocks decide. Roll it out. If initiative is a concern, I will handle that case by case.
: '''Declined Permission:''' The other player does not agree to PVP. Move on with something else.

----
[[D%26D_5e:_Against_the_Fathomless#Player_Characters| < < < Back to the Top]]

D&D 5e: Against the Fathomless

2024-10-04T13:23:08Z

Brahnamin: /* Player Characters */

__NOTOC__
=A Planescape Adventure for 5e=
[[File:Planescape0003.png|center|400px]]

==Player Characters==
Please link your character sheet to your character's name. It can be a wiki page or an offsite sheet so long as I can open it without having to sign in anywhere.

Go [[Fathomless:_Character_Generation|'''HERE''']] for chargen rules and guidelines.

*'''Character Name''' Played by: ''[https://forum.rpg.net/index.php?members/nightgoblyn.56962/ NightGoblyn]''
:: L9 | Initiative Mod +X | P-Per XX / P-Ins XX

*'''Character Name''' Played by: ''[https://forum.rpg.net/index.php?members/strange-behaviour.186867/ strange beaviour]''
:: L9 | Initiative Mod +X | P-Per XX / P-Ins XX

*'''Character Name''' Played by: ''[https://forum.rpg.net/index.php?members/archer.10289/ Archer[''
:: L9 | Initiative Mod +X | P-Per XX / P-Ins XX

*'''Character Name''' Played by:
:: L9 | Initiative Mod +X | P-Per XX / P-Ins XX

*'''Character Name''' Played by:
:: L9 | Initiative Mod +X | P-Per XX / P-Ins XX

=Metagame Tools=
Below is all the boilerplate stuff that is essentially the same for virtually all my PBP games.

==Threads==
Development Thread

OOC Thread

IC Thread

----
[[D%26D_5e:_Against_the_Fathomless#Player_Characters| < < < Back to the Top]]

==Resources==
[http://orokos.com/roll/?action=roll Orokos] - Online Dice Roller.

[https://roll20.net/compendium/dnd5e/BookIndex Roll 20] - 5e Online.

[https://forum.rpg.net/showthread.php?709532-Grand-Central-Absences-Station Absences Thread] - If you can't post for whatever reason let us know here or in OOC.

----
[[D%26D_5e:_Against_the_Fathomless#Player_Characters| < < < Back to the Top]]

==Expectations==
'''Post Frequency'''

I am asking for a '''daily''' posting commitment for this game as a general rule, with the understanding that posting might be less frequent on weekends and holidays. Meatworld being what it is, this generally averages to 3-4 GM updates per week.
:'''Note:''' if 24-36 hours have gone by since my last GM update, I may post a new update, even if all players have not posted, to maintain momentum.

:This is sometimes just the most expedient path forward given the medium and the constraints of communicating over real distances rather than across a table.

----
[[D%26D_5e:_Against_the_Fathomless#Player_Characters| < < < Back to the Top]]

'''Post Absences'''

If you will ''not'' be able to post, for whatever reason, please ping us in OOC so we know what is going on or post to the [https://forum.rpg.net/showthread.php?709532-Grand-Central-Absences-Station Absences Thread] (I pretty much check that thing every time it lights up).

----
[[D%26D_5e:_Against_the_Fathomless#Player_Characters| < < < Back to the Top]]

''' Post Formatting'''

Please include the following header at the top of each IC Post:
:'''Character Name''' || AC || '''HP Current/Max''' || Spell DC || '''Inspiration Y/N'''

Similarly, please observe the following guidelines when composing your IC posts:
* Please '''bold''' your character's name at the top of each IC post or '''bold''' the first instance of your character's name in the body of the post. We all game with lots of folk, sometimes with the same players in different games; this just makes it easier to keep track of which character we're addressing.

* If you are addressing another PC in your post it is helpful to '''bold''' their character name as well so it stands out for them.

* OOC blocks are fine for showing dice rolls and brief OOC comments directly related to a particular post. Please sblock if you need to include large blocks of text related to your IC post. All other OOC content should go in the OOC thread itself.

* Do not place action statements or dice rolls in the OOC Thread. I know from brutal experience that I will never keep up if you do. All action statements and dice rolls should go in the IC Thread [with dice rolls OOC Blocked].

* Please link all dice rolls back to your dice roller.

----
[[D%26D_5e:_Against_the_Fathomless#Player_Characters| < < < Back to the Top]]

==House Rules==
'''Initiative'''

One of the things that makes D&D tricky to run for PBP games is the importance initiative order can have.

Posting by initiative order (whether rolled or static) can bring a PBP game to a grinding halt, so I don't follow that format.

Ideally, everyone posts their actions (incl. dice rolls - I'd rather you roll and not need it than not roll and need it) as they have time to come online and make a post, and then I roll NPC/Monster actions during the update and sort out who did what when by looking at static initiative bonuses and compose my update around that turn order.

I will also look at what is being declared and make it all work as much in favor of the players as possible. No shenanigans where you lose your turn chopping at an enemy somebody else killed already or having the wizard flamebroil another PC with their fireball for rushing in, etc.

This does rob y'all of the tactical mini-game that having an initiative order encourages, but it keeps the game flowing, and to my mind that alone makes it worth it.

:'''Note:''' I will do my best to be sure you guys have the necessary information to resolve your own rolls in combat scenes (AC/HP/Saves etc) to ensure things go as smooth and hitch free as we can manage.

:'''Note:''' For those folk who get bonuses for specific initiative-centric builds/feats/etc, I'll work out a satisfactory equivalent with you before play starts.

----
[[D%26D_5e:_Against_the_Fathomless#Player_Characters| < < < Back to the Top]]

'''Inspiration'''

Instead of the hoop jumping suggested for this oft forgotten resource, I prefer if inspiration instead just refreshes every short and long rest.
*You can only ever have one at a time.
*Players may donate their inspiration to another player who has none if they wish.

----
[[D%26D_5e:_Against_the_Fathomless#Player_Characters| < < < Back to the Top]]

==PVP==
While there is the potential for player vs player conflict in any game, I prefer not to run games that lean heavily to that assumption. Games like that simply do not need a GM, and I would much rather spend my time running games that ''do'' need a GM.

'''For reference, what I consider PVP basically amounts to this:''' ''If an action would require dice to affect an NPC, then it counts as PVP to use against a PC''.

So disagreements, trash talking, indirect actions that might affect another character but aren't made directly against that character are all potentially on the table with the caveat that if something just makes the game not fun for someone that we respect that and steer clear.
----
If you want to do something that directly acts against another player's character, proceed based on the following criteria:
: '''Unilateral Permission:''' The other player agrees to your action. No rolls are needed. Just RP it out.
: '''Limited Permission:''' The other player doesn't agree that it is an automatic thing, but does agree to let the math rocks decide. Roll it out. If initiative is a concern, I will handle that case by case.
: '''Declined Permission:''' The other player does not agree to PVP. Move on with something else.

----
[[D%26D_5e:_Against_the_Fathomless#Player_Characters| < < < Back to the Top]]

D&D 5e: Against the Fathomless

2024-10-04T12:41:46Z

Brahnamin: /* Player Characters */

__NOTOC__
=A Planescape Adventure for 5e=
[[File:Planescape0003.png|center|400px]]

==Player Characters==
Please link your character sheet to your character's name. It can be a wiki page or an offsite sheet so long as I can open it without having to sign in anywhere.

Go [[Fathomless:_Character_Generation|'''HERE''']] for chargen rules and guidelines.

*'''Character Name''' Played by: ''[https://forum.rpg.net/index.php?members/nightgoblyn.56962/ NightGoblyn]''
:: L9 | Initiative Mod +X | P-Per XX / P-Ins XX

*'''Character Name''' Played by: ''[https://forum.rpg.net/index.php?members/strange-behaviour.186867/ strange beaviour]''
:: L9 | Initiative Mod +X | P-Per XX / P-Ins XX

*'''Character Name''' Played by:
:: L9 | Initiative Mod +X | P-Per XX / P-Ins XX

*'''Character Name''' Played by:
:: L9 | Initiative Mod +X | P-Per XX / P-Ins XX

*'''Character Name''' Played by:
:: L9 | Initiative Mod +X | P-Per XX / P-Ins XX

=Metagame Tools=
Below is all the boilerplate stuff that is essentially the same for virtually all my PBP games.

==Threads==
Development Thread

OOC Thread

IC Thread

----
[[D%26D_5e:_Against_the_Fathomless#Player_Characters| < < < Back to the Top]]

==Resources==
[http://orokos.com/roll/?action=roll Orokos] - Online Dice Roller.

[https://roll20.net/compendium/dnd5e/BookIndex Roll 20] - 5e Online.

[https://forum.rpg.net/showthread.php?709532-Grand-Central-Absences-Station Absences Thread] - If you can't post for whatever reason let us know here or in OOC.

----
[[D%26D_5e:_Against_the_Fathomless#Player_Characters| < < < Back to the Top]]

==Expectations==
'''Post Frequency'''

I am asking for a '''daily''' posting commitment for this game as a general rule, with the understanding that posting might be less frequent on weekends and holidays. Meatworld being what it is, this generally averages to 3-4 GM updates per week.
:'''Note:''' if 24-36 hours have gone by since my last GM update, I may post a new update, even if all players have not posted, to maintain momentum.

:This is sometimes just the most expedient path forward given the medium and the constraints of communicating over real distances rather than across a table.

----
[[D%26D_5e:_Against_the_Fathomless#Player_Characters| < < < Back to the Top]]

'''Post Absences'''

If you will ''not'' be able to post, for whatever reason, please ping us in OOC so we know what is going on or post to the [https://forum.rpg.net/showthread.php?709532-Grand-Central-Absences-Station Absences Thread] (I pretty much check that thing every time it lights up).

----
[[D%26D_5e:_Against_the_Fathomless#Player_Characters| < < < Back to the Top]]

''' Post Formatting'''

Please include the following header at the top of each IC Post:
:'''Character Name''' || AC || '''HP Current/Max''' || Spell DC || '''Inspiration Y/N'''

Similarly, please observe the following guidelines when composing your IC posts:
* Please '''bold''' your character's name at the top of each IC post or '''bold''' the first instance of your character's name in the body of the post. We all game with lots of folk, sometimes with the same players in different games; this just makes it easier to keep track of which character we're addressing.

* If you are addressing another PC in your post it is helpful to '''bold''' their character name as well so it stands out for them.

* OOC blocks are fine for showing dice rolls and brief OOC comments directly related to a particular post. Please sblock if you need to include large blocks of text related to your IC post. All other OOC content should go in the OOC thread itself.

* Do not place action statements or dice rolls in the OOC Thread. I know from brutal experience that I will never keep up if you do. All action statements and dice rolls should go in the IC Thread [with dice rolls OOC Blocked].

* Please link all dice rolls back to your dice roller.

----
[[D%26D_5e:_Against_the_Fathomless#Player_Characters| < < < Back to the Top]]

==House Rules==
'''Initiative'''

One of the things that makes D&D tricky to run for PBP games is the importance initiative order can have.

Posting by initiative order (whether rolled or static) can bring a PBP game to a grinding halt, so I don't follow that format.

Ideally, everyone posts their actions (incl. dice rolls - I'd rather you roll and not need it than not roll and need it) as they have time to come online and make a post, and then I roll NPC/Monster actions during the update and sort out who did what when by looking at static initiative bonuses and compose my update around that turn order.

I will also look at what is being declared and make it all work as much in favor of the players as possible. No shenanigans where you lose your turn chopping at an enemy somebody else killed already or having the wizard flamebroil another PC with their fireball for rushing in, etc.

This does rob y'all of the tactical mini-game that having an initiative order encourages, but it keeps the game flowing, and to my mind that alone makes it worth it.

:'''Note:''' I will do my best to be sure you guys have the necessary information to resolve your own rolls in combat scenes (AC/HP/Saves etc) to ensure things go as smooth and hitch free as we can manage.

:'''Note:''' For those folk who get bonuses for specific initiative-centric builds/feats/etc, I'll work out a satisfactory equivalent with you before play starts.

----
[[D%26D_5e:_Against_the_Fathomless#Player_Characters| < < < Back to the Top]]

'''Inspiration'''

Instead of the hoop jumping suggested for this oft forgotten resource, I prefer if inspiration instead just refreshes every short and long rest.
*You can only ever have one at a time.
*Players may donate their inspiration to another player who has none if they wish.

----
[[D%26D_5e:_Against_the_Fathomless#Player_Characters| < < < Back to the Top]]

==PVP==
While there is the potential for player vs player conflict in any game, I prefer not to run games that lean heavily to that assumption. Games like that simply do not need a GM, and I would much rather spend my time running games that ''do'' need a GM.

'''For reference, what I consider PVP basically amounts to this:''' ''If an action would require dice to affect an NPC, then it counts as PVP to use against a PC''.

So disagreements, trash talking, indirect actions that might affect another character but aren't made directly against that character are all potentially on the table with the caveat that if something just makes the game not fun for someone that we respect that and steer clear.
----
If you want to do something that directly acts against another player's character, proceed based on the following criteria:
: '''Unilateral Permission:''' The other player agrees to your action. No rolls are needed. Just RP it out.
: '''Limited Permission:''' The other player doesn't agree that it is an automatic thing, but does agree to let the math rocks decide. Roll it out. If initiative is a concern, I will handle that case by case.
: '''Declined Permission:''' The other player does not agree to PVP. Move on with something else.

----
[[D%26D_5e:_Against_the_Fathomless#Player_Characters| < < < Back to the Top]]

Firefly: Big Damned Heroes

2024-10-03T23:38:52Z

Brahnamin: /* Character Files/Meta Currencies */

__NOTOC__
[[File:BDHcover0001.png|600px|center]]
==''The work's illegal, but at least it's honest.''==

=Character Files/Meta Currencies=
I will update the Character Table on the wiki each time I update the IC thread. Please do not update the table yourselves. I don't want anyone losing Plot Points or Big Damned Hero Dice from double subtraction.

If you feel I have forgotten to update the table or that my math is wrong, let me know OOC or DM me and I will fix it. Likewise, if I make a mistake on the Character/GM Complications/Assets lists, let me know and I'll fix it. These also get updated when I update the IC thread.

{| class="wikitable"
| '''Character'''
| '''Role'''
| '''Played by'''
|
! '''EP'''
|
! [[file:d6a.png|24px|d6]]
! [[file:d8a.png|24px|d8]]
! [[file:d10a.png|24px|d10]]
! [[file:d12a.png|24px|d12]]
|
! '''PP'''
|-
|scope="row" colspan="12"|
|-
| '''[[Big_Damned_Heroes:_Captain_Nat|Nadezdha]]'''
| Owner
| ''[https://forum.rpg.net/index.php?members/kittlefish.62862/ kittlefish]''
|scope="col" rowspan="10"|
! [[file:d2b.png|24px]]
|scope="col" rowspan="10"|
!
! 1
!
!
|scope="col" rowspan="10"|
! 2
|-
| '''[[Sunrise_Aigele|Sunrise_Aigele]]'''
| Captain
| [https://forum.rpg.net/index.php?members/dersen-lowery.72493/ Dersen Lowery]
! [[file:d1b.png|24px]]
!
!
!
!
! 0
|-
| '''[[Big_Damned_Heroes:_C7|Cedric]]'''
| First Mate
| [https://forum.rpg.net/index.php?members/camk4evr.115244/ camk4evr]
! [[file:d0a.png|24px]]
!
!
!
!
! 2
|-
| '''[[John_Lee|John Lee]]'''
| Pilot
| [https://forum.rpg.net/index.php?members/eplov.229812/ Eplov]
! [[file:d1b.png|24px]]
!
! 1
!
!
! 3
|-
| '''[[Big_Damned_Heroes:_C3|Nola]]'''
| Mechanic
| ''[https://forum.rpg.net/index.php?members/stormraven.9897/ Stormraven]''
! [[file:d0a.png|24px]]
!
!
!
!
! 2
|-
| '''[[Big_Damned_Heroes:_C5|India]]'''
| Doctor
|''[https://forum.rpg.net/index.php?members/blacksheep.2831/ BlackSheep]''
! [[file:d0a.png|24px]]
!
!
!
!
! 3
|-
| '''[[Big_Damned_Heroes:_C1|Brother Foresight]]'''
| Security
| ''[https://forum.rpg.net/index.php?members/muskrat.144471/ Muskrat]''
! [[file:d2b.png|24px]]
!
! 1
!
!
! 5
|-
| '''[[Big_Damned_Heroes:_C4|Gideon]]'''
| Companion
| ''[https://forum.rpg.net/index.php?members/strange-behaviour.186867/ strange behaviour]''
! [[file:d2b.png|24px]]
!
!
!
!
! 2
|-
|-
|! scope="row" colspan="12"|
|-
|! scope="row" colspan="12"|
|-
|! scope="row" colspan="12"|
|-
| ! scope="row" colspan="1"|'''GM'''
| Shenanigans
|! scope="row" colspan="9"|''[https://forum.rpg.net/index.php?members/brahnamin.70442/ brahnamin]''
! 6
|-
|}

[[BDH:_Former_CRew|'''Former Crew''']]

==Complications and Assets==
[[file:d6a.png|24px|d6]] [[file:d8a.png|24px|d8]] [[file:d10a.png|24px|d10]] [[file:d12a.png|24px|d12]]

Complication [C] '''//''' Scene Asset [S] '''/''' Episode Asset [E]
----
----
: [C] '''Red Flag/Blue Flag''' [[file:d8a.png|24px|d8]] John
: [C] '''Stranger Danger''' [[file:d10a.png|24px|d10]] Brother Foresight
: [C] '''Emily's Thing''' [[file:d10a.png|24px|d10]] India
: [C] '''Watching You Watching Me''' [[file:d6a.png|24px|d6]] Nola
: [C] '''Page Family Grudge''' [[file:d6a.png|24px|d6]] Sunrise
----
----
: [S] '''Infatuated''' [[file:d8a.png|24px|d8]] India/Gideon
: [S] '''Something to Prove''' [[file:d8a.png|24px|d8]] India
: [S] '''Uncle-Daddy''' [[file:d8a.png|24px|d8]] John
: [S] '''Collective Recollection''' [[file:d10a.png|24px|d10]] Nat
----
: [E] '''With the Band''' [[file:d8a.png|24px|d8]] '''All'''. They say it's not ''what'' you know but ''who'' you know. Due to their association with Nat (and by extension her old band ''Shooting Starlight'') the crew may add this asset to any roll that includes an element of influence where reputation might matter. '''Nat''' herself may roll the asset as a [[file:d10a.png|24px|d10]]
: [E] '''Tightened Security''' [[file:d8a.png|24px|d8]] John
----
----

[[Firefly:_Big_Damned_Heroes#Character_Files.2FMeta_Currencies|< < < Back to Top]]

----
----

==Our Story So Far==
Click [[BDH:__Episode_Archives|'''HERE''']] to read our story premise and explore the episode archives.

[[Firefly:_Big_Damned_Heroes#Character_Files.2FMeta_Currencies|< < < Back to Top]]

==The Ship Herself :: XP [[File:d1b.png|32px]]==
[[BDH:_The_Shìjiàn_Shìjiè | '''The Shìjiàn Shìjiè''' (Event Horizon)]] is a series-3 Firefly Class Transport modded for smuggling.

[[File:Ffsilhouette0006.png|600px|center]]

:[[BDH:_Ship_Advancement | '''Ship Advancement''']]

[[Firefly:_Big_Damned_Heroes#Character_Files.2FMeta_Currencies|< < < Back to Top]]

==Chargen==
[[File:BDHavatar0002.png|350px|right]]
Click [[BDH:_Chargen|'''HERE''']] to build your Big Damned Hero.
: [[BDH:_Template|'''Blank Character Template''']]
: [[BDH:_Character_Advancement|'''Character Advancement''']]

[[Firefly:_Big_Damned_Heroes#Character_Files.2FMeta_Currencies|< < < Back to Top]]

==Mods==
Click [[BDH:_Game_Mods|'''HERE''']] to see which Cortex Mods we will be using with this game.

[[Firefly:_Big_Damned_Heroes#Character_Files.2FMeta_Currencies|< < < Back to Top]]

==Player Expectations==
'''Post Frequency'''
* I am asking for a '''daily''' posting commitment for this game as a general rule, with the understanding that posting might be less frequent on weekends and holidays. Meatworld being what it is, this generally averages to 3-4 GM updates per week.
:'''Note:''' if 24-36 hours have gone by since my last GM update, I may post a new update, even if all players have not posted, to maintain momentum.

'''Post Absences'''
*If you will ''not'' be able to post, for whatever reason, please ping us in OOC if you can so we know what is going on or post to the [https://forum.rpg.net/showthread.php?709532-Grand-Central-Absences-Station Absences Thread] (I pretty much check that thing every time it lights up).

'''Post Formatting'''
* Please '''bold''' your character's name at the top of each IC post or '''bold''' the first instance of your character's name in the body of the post. We all game with lots of folk, sometimes with the same players in different games; this just makes it easier to keep track of which character we're addressing.

* If you are addressing another PC in your post it is helpful to '''bold''' their character name as well so it stands out for them.

* OOC blocks are fine for showing dice rolls and brief OOC comments directly related to a particular post. Please sblock if you need to include large blocks of text related to your IC post. All other OOC content should go in the OOC thread itself.

* Do not place action statements (incl pp spends/asset generation) or dice rolls in the OOC Thread. I will never keep up with those. All action statements and dice rolls should go in the IC Thread [with dice rolls OOC Blocked].

* Please link all dice rolls back to your dice roller.

[[File:Alice001.png|500px|center]]

[[Firefly:_Big_Damned_Heroes#Character_Files.2FMeta_Currencies|< < < Back to Top]]

==Resource Bidding==
PBP format doesn't work well for Player/GM back and forth, so I do my best to avoid it. This means the bidding aspect of spending PP on a roll kinda drops off. Instead, I find it helpful for players to indicate (if you are able) how many PP/BDHD you are willing to spend (if any) to succeed on the roll. I will do my best to make sure those PP are spent as economically as possible to achieve your desired outcome.

If my GMC is willing (presuming I have the PP to burn) to spend enough GM PP that you cannot succeed, I will let you know that so you don't have to burn PP if you don't want to on a failed action (though you always have the option to spend your PP to force me to spend mine in those situations).

If I am requiring an action of you (defending vs an attack, random notice check, etc) I will roll stakes so you know what you are rolling against, and I will tell you what PP I am willing to spend. I don't generally pre-roll for actions I think you ''might'' take no matter how obvious it may seem, because I don't want to influence how you choose to act in a scene.

If you would earn a pp for using an SFX (including Hinder), you may spend that pp on the roll that earned it. Likewise if the GM buys a rolled hitch.

[[Firefly:_Big_Damned_Heroes#Character_Files.2FMeta_Currencies|< < < Back to Top]]

[[File:FFC0003.png|300px|center]]

==PVP==
While there is the potential for a fairly significant amount of player vs player conflict in a game like this one, I prefer not to run games that lean heavily to that assumption. Games like that simply do not need a GM, and I would much rather spend my time running games that ''do'' need a GM.

[[File:FFChef0002.png|300px|right]]

For reference, what I consider PVP basically amounts to this:

'''If an action would require dice to affect a GMC, then it counts as PVP if used against a PC'''

So disagreements, trash talking, indirect actions that might affect another character but aren't made directly against that character are all potentially on the table with the caveat that if something just makes the game not fun for someone that we respect that and steer clear.

----

If you want to do something that directly acts against another player's character, proceed based on the following criteria:

----

'''Unilateral Permission:''' The other player agrees to your action. No rolls are needed. Just RP it out.

'''Limited Permission:''' The other player doesn't agree that it is an automatic thing, but does agree to let the math rocks decide. Roll it out.

'''Declined Permission:''' The other player does not agree to PVP. Move on with something else.

[[Firefly:_Big_Damned_Heroes#Character_Files.2FMeta_Currencies|< < < Back to Top]]

==Development and Play Threads==
[https://forum.rpg.net/index.php?threads/open-recruitment-firefly-big-damned-heroes.915917/ Recruitment Thread]

[https://forum.rpg.net/index.php?threads/firefly-big-damned-heroes-cortex-prime.916228/ OOC Thread]

[https://forum.rpg.net/index.php?threads/firefly-big-damned-heroes-cortex-prime.916230/ IC Thread]

[[Firefly:_Big_Damned_Heroes#Character_Files.2FMeta_Currencies|< < < Back to Top]]

==Other Resources==
[https://firefly.fandom.com/wiki/Main_Page Firefly Wiki] Wiki by Fandom for the show Firefly.

[[Firefly:_Speechifying_in_the_'Verse|Chinese Slang & Firefly Phrases]] For adding color to how your character speaks.

[https://www.google.com/search?safe=off&sxsrf=ALeKk01grWpeS6Tz0eB11tkjbto7hO5M-Q%3A1613327080894&ei=6GopYISWNqLJ5gKqvKDoDg&q=english+to+chinese&oq=english+to+chinese&gs_lcp=Cgdnd3Mtd2l6EAwyBwgjELADECcyBwgAELADEEMyBwgAELADEEMyBwgAELADEEMyBwgAELADEEMyBwgAELADEEMyBwgAELADEEMyBwgAELADEEMyBwgAELADEEMyBwgAELADEENQAFgAYIbOXGgBcAJ4AIABWYgBWZIBATGYAQCqAQdnd3Mtd2l6yAEKwAEB&sclient=gws-wiz&ved=0ahUKEwiEqsDc_-nuAhWipFkKHSoeCO0Q4dUDCA0 Translator] English/Chinese Dictionary.

[http://orokos.com/roll/?action=roll Orokos] Online Dice Roller.

[https://forum.rpg.net/showthread.php?709532-Grand-Central-Absences-Station Absences Thread] If you can't post for whatever reason let us know here or in OOC.

[http://exploring-infinity.com/2011/12/23/leveragin-the-black-situation-generator/ Firefly Job Generator] (GM Tool)

[[File:Fix00003.png|250px]]

[[Firefly:_Big_Damned_Heroes#Character_Files.2FMeta_Currencies|< < < Back to Top]]

==Alternate Players==
*'''-'''
*'''-'''

[[Firefly:_Big_Damned_Heroes#Character_Files.2FMeta_Currencies|< < < Back to Top]]

Firefly: Big Damned Heroes

2024-10-03T23:38:06Z

Brahnamin: /* Complications and Assets */

__NOTOC__
[[File:BDHcover0001.png|600px|center]]
==''The work's illegal, but at least it's honest.''==

=Character Files/Meta Currencies=
I will update the Character Table on the wiki each time I update the IC thread. Please do not update the table yourselves. I don't want anyone losing Plot Points or Big Damned Hero Dice from double subtraction.

If you feel I have forgotten to update the table or that my math is wrong, let me know OOC or DM me and I will fix it. Likewise, if I make a mistake on the Character/GM Complications/Assets lists, let me know and I'll fix it. These also get updated when I update the IC thread.

{| class="wikitable"
| '''Character'''
| '''Role'''
| '''Played by'''
|
! '''EP'''
|
! [[file:d6a.png|24px|d6]]
! [[file:d8a.png|24px|d8]]
! [[file:d10a.png|24px|d10]]
! [[file:d12a.png|24px|d12]]
|
! '''PP'''
|-
|scope="row" colspan="12"|
|-
| '''[[Big_Damned_Heroes:_Captain_Nat|Nadezdha]]'''
| Owner
| ''[https://forum.rpg.net/index.php?members/kittlefish.62862/ kittlefish]''
|scope="col" rowspan="10"|
! [[file:d2b.png|24px]]
|scope="col" rowspan="10"|
!
! 1
!
!
|scope="col" rowspan="10"|
! 2
|-
| '''[[Sunrise_Aigele|Sunrise_Aigele]]'''
| Captain
| [https://forum.rpg.net/index.php?members/dersen-lowery.72493/ Dersen Lowery]
! [[file:d1b.png|24px]]
!
!
!
!
! 0
|-
| '''[[Big_Damned_Heroes:_C7|Cedric]]'''
| First Mate
| [https://forum.rpg.net/index.php?members/camk4evr.115244/ camk4evr]
! [[file:d0a.png|24px]]
!
!
!
!
! 2
|-
| '''[[John_Lee|John Lee]]'''
| Pilot
| [https://forum.rpg.net/index.php?members/eplov.229812/ Eplov]
! [[file:d1b.png|24px]]
!
! 1
!
!
! 3
|-
| '''[[Big_Damned_Heroes:_C3|Nola]]'''
| Mechanic
| ''[https://forum.rpg.net/index.php?members/stormraven.9897/ Stormraven]''
! [[file:d0a.png|24px]]
!
!
!
!
! 2
|-
| '''[[Big_Damned_Heroes:_C5|India]]'''
| Doctor
|''[https://forum.rpg.net/index.php?members/blacksheep.2831/ BlackSheep]''
! [[file:d0a.png|24px]]
!
!
!
!
! 3
|-
| '''[[Big_Damned_Heroes:_C1|Brother Foresight]]'''
| Security
| ''[https://forum.rpg.net/index.php?members/muskrat.144471/ Muskrat]''
! [[file:d2b.png|24px]]
!
! 1
!
!
! 4
|-
| '''[[Big_Damned_Heroes:_C4|Gideon]]'''
| Companion
| ''[https://forum.rpg.net/index.php?members/strange-behaviour.186867/ strange behaviour]''
! [[file:d2b.png|24px]]
!
!
!
!
! 2
|-
|-
|! scope="row" colspan="12"|
|-
|! scope="row" colspan="12"|
|-
|! scope="row" colspan="12"|
|-
| ! scope="row" colspan="1"|'''GM'''
| Shenanigans
|! scope="row" colspan="9"|''[https://forum.rpg.net/index.php?members/brahnamin.70442/ brahnamin]''
! 6
|-
|}

[[BDH:_Former_CRew|'''Former Crew''']]

==Complications and Assets==
[[file:d6a.png|24px|d6]] [[file:d8a.png|24px|d8]] [[file:d10a.png|24px|d10]] [[file:d12a.png|24px|d12]]

Complication [C] '''//''' Scene Asset [S] '''/''' Episode Asset [E]
----
----
: [C] '''Red Flag/Blue Flag''' [[file:d8a.png|24px|d8]] John
: [C] '''Stranger Danger''' [[file:d10a.png|24px|d10]] Brother Foresight
: [C] '''Emily's Thing''' [[file:d10a.png|24px|d10]] India
: [C] '''Watching You Watching Me''' [[file:d6a.png|24px|d6]] Nola
: [C] '''Page Family Grudge''' [[file:d6a.png|24px|d6]] Sunrise
----
----
: [S] '''Infatuated''' [[file:d8a.png|24px|d8]] India/Gideon
: [S] '''Something to Prove''' [[file:d8a.png|24px|d8]] India
: [S] '''Uncle-Daddy''' [[file:d8a.png|24px|d8]] John
: [S] '''Collective Recollection''' [[file:d10a.png|24px|d10]] Nat
----
: [E] '''With the Band''' [[file:d8a.png|24px|d8]] '''All'''. They say it's not ''what'' you know but ''who'' you know. Due to their association with Nat (and by extension her old band ''Shooting Starlight'') the crew may add this asset to any roll that includes an element of influence where reputation might matter. '''Nat''' herself may roll the asset as a [[file:d10a.png|24px|d10]]
: [E] '''Tightened Security''' [[file:d8a.png|24px|d8]] John
----
----

[[Firefly:_Big_Damned_Heroes#Character_Files.2FMeta_Currencies|< < < Back to Top]]

----
----

==Our Story So Far==
Click [[BDH:__Episode_Archives|'''HERE''']] to read our story premise and explore the episode archives.

[[Firefly:_Big_Damned_Heroes#Character_Files.2FMeta_Currencies|< < < Back to Top]]

==The Ship Herself :: XP [[File:d1b.png|32px]]==
[[BDH:_The_Shìjiàn_Shìjiè | '''The Shìjiàn Shìjiè''' (Event Horizon)]] is a series-3 Firefly Class Transport modded for smuggling.

[[File:Ffsilhouette0006.png|600px|center]]

:[[BDH:_Ship_Advancement | '''Ship Advancement''']]

[[Firefly:_Big_Damned_Heroes#Character_Files.2FMeta_Currencies|< < < Back to Top]]

==Chargen==
[[File:BDHavatar0002.png|350px|right]]
Click [[BDH:_Chargen|'''HERE''']] to build your Big Damned Hero.
: [[BDH:_Template|'''Blank Character Template''']]
: [[BDH:_Character_Advancement|'''Character Advancement''']]

[[Firefly:_Big_Damned_Heroes#Character_Files.2FMeta_Currencies|< < < Back to Top]]

==Mods==
Click [[BDH:_Game_Mods|'''HERE''']] to see which Cortex Mods we will be using with this game.

[[Firefly:_Big_Damned_Heroes#Character_Files.2FMeta_Currencies|< < < Back to Top]]

==Player Expectations==
'''Post Frequency'''
* I am asking for a '''daily''' posting commitment for this game as a general rule, with the understanding that posting might be less frequent on weekends and holidays. Meatworld being what it is, this generally averages to 3-4 GM updates per week.
:'''Note:''' if 24-36 hours have gone by since my last GM update, I may post a new update, even if all players have not posted, to maintain momentum.

'''Post Absences'''
*If you will ''not'' be able to post, for whatever reason, please ping us in OOC if you can so we know what is going on or post to the [https://forum.rpg.net/showthread.php?709532-Grand-Central-Absences-Station Absences Thread] (I pretty much check that thing every time it lights up).

'''Post Formatting'''
* Please '''bold''' your character's name at the top of each IC post or '''bold''' the first instance of your character's name in the body of the post. We all game with lots of folk, sometimes with the same players in different games; this just makes it easier to keep track of which character we're addressing.

* If you are addressing another PC in your post it is helpful to '''bold''' their character name as well so it stands out for them.

* OOC blocks are fine for showing dice rolls and brief OOC comments directly related to a particular post. Please sblock if you need to include large blocks of text related to your IC post. All other OOC content should go in the OOC thread itself.

* Do not place action statements (incl pp spends/asset generation) or dice rolls in the OOC Thread. I will never keep up with those. All action statements and dice rolls should go in the IC Thread [with dice rolls OOC Blocked].

* Please link all dice rolls back to your dice roller.

[[File:Alice001.png|500px|center]]

[[Firefly:_Big_Damned_Heroes#Character_Files.2FMeta_Currencies|< < < Back to Top]]

==Resource Bidding==
PBP format doesn't work well for Player/GM back and forth, so I do my best to avoid it. This means the bidding aspect of spending PP on a roll kinda drops off. Instead, I find it helpful for players to indicate (if you are able) how many PP/BDHD you are willing to spend (if any) to succeed on the roll. I will do my best to make sure those PP are spent as economically as possible to achieve your desired outcome.

If my GMC is willing (presuming I have the PP to burn) to spend enough GM PP that you cannot succeed, I will let you know that so you don't have to burn PP if you don't want to on a failed action (though you always have the option to spend your PP to force me to spend mine in those situations).

If I am requiring an action of you (defending vs an attack, random notice check, etc) I will roll stakes so you know what you are rolling against, and I will tell you what PP I am willing to spend. I don't generally pre-roll for actions I think you ''might'' take no matter how obvious it may seem, because I don't want to influence how you choose to act in a scene.

If you would earn a pp for using an SFX (including Hinder), you may spend that pp on the roll that earned it. Likewise if the GM buys a rolled hitch.

[[Firefly:_Big_Damned_Heroes#Character_Files.2FMeta_Currencies|< < < Back to Top]]

[[File:FFC0003.png|300px|center]]

==PVP==
While there is the potential for a fairly significant amount of player vs player conflict in a game like this one, I prefer not to run games that lean heavily to that assumption. Games like that simply do not need a GM, and I would much rather spend my time running games that ''do'' need a GM.

[[File:FFChef0002.png|300px|right]]

For reference, what I consider PVP basically amounts to this:

'''If an action would require dice to affect a GMC, then it counts as PVP if used against a PC'''

So disagreements, trash talking, indirect actions that might affect another character but aren't made directly against that character are all potentially on the table with the caveat that if something just makes the game not fun for someone that we respect that and steer clear.

----

If you want to do something that directly acts against another player's character, proceed based on the following criteria:

----

'''Unilateral Permission:''' The other player agrees to your action. No rolls are needed. Just RP it out.

'''Limited Permission:''' The other player doesn't agree that it is an automatic thing, but does agree to let the math rocks decide. Roll it out.

'''Declined Permission:''' The other player does not agree to PVP. Move on with something else.

[[Firefly:_Big_Damned_Heroes#Character_Files.2FMeta_Currencies|< < < Back to Top]]

==Development and Play Threads==
[https://forum.rpg.net/index.php?threads/open-recruitment-firefly-big-damned-heroes.915917/ Recruitment Thread]

[https://forum.rpg.net/index.php?threads/firefly-big-damned-heroes-cortex-prime.916228/ OOC Thread]

[https://forum.rpg.net/index.php?threads/firefly-big-damned-heroes-cortex-prime.916230/ IC Thread]

[[Firefly:_Big_Damned_Heroes#Character_Files.2FMeta_Currencies|< < < Back to Top]]

==Other Resources==
[https://firefly.fandom.com/wiki/Main_Page Firefly Wiki] Wiki by Fandom for the show Firefly.

[[Firefly:_Speechifying_in_the_'Verse|Chinese Slang & Firefly Phrases]] For adding color to how your character speaks.

[https://www.google.com/search?safe=off&sxsrf=ALeKk01grWpeS6Tz0eB11tkjbto7hO5M-Q%3A1613327080894&ei=6GopYISWNqLJ5gKqvKDoDg&q=english+to+chinese&oq=english+to+chinese&gs_lcp=Cgdnd3Mtd2l6EAwyBwgjELADECcyBwgAELADEEMyBwgAELADEEMyBwgAELADEEMyBwgAELADEEMyBwgAELADEEMyBwgAELADEEMyBwgAELADEEMyBwgAELADEEMyBwgAELADEENQAFgAYIbOXGgBcAJ4AIABWYgBWZIBATGYAQCqAQdnd3Mtd2l6yAEKwAEB&sclient=gws-wiz&ved=0ahUKEwiEqsDc_-nuAhWipFkKHSoeCO0Q4dUDCA0 Translator] English/Chinese Dictionary.

[http://orokos.com/roll/?action=roll Orokos] Online Dice Roller.

[https://forum.rpg.net/showthread.php?709532-Grand-Central-Absences-Station Absences Thread] If you can't post for whatever reason let us know here or in OOC.

[http://exploring-infinity.com/2011/12/23/leveragin-the-black-situation-generator/ Firefly Job Generator] (GM Tool)

[[File:Fix00003.png|250px]]

[[Firefly:_Big_Damned_Heroes#Character_Files.2FMeta_Currencies|< < < Back to Top]]

==Alternate Players==
*'''-'''
*'''-'''

[[Firefly:_Big_Damned_Heroes#Character_Files.2FMeta_Currencies|< < < Back to Top]]

Firefly: Big Damned Heroes

2024-10-03T22:08:58Z

Brahnamin: /* Character Files/Meta Currencies */

__NOTOC__
[[File:BDHcover0001.png|600px|center]]
==''The work's illegal, but at least it's honest.''==

=Character Files/Meta Currencies=
I will update the Character Table on the wiki each time I update the IC thread. Please do not update the table yourselves. I don't want anyone losing Plot Points or Big Damned Hero Dice from double subtraction.

If you feel I have forgotten to update the table or that my math is wrong, let me know OOC or DM me and I will fix it. Likewise, if I make a mistake on the Character/GM Complications/Assets lists, let me know and I'll fix it. These also get updated when I update the IC thread.

{| class="wikitable"
| '''Character'''
| '''Role'''
| '''Played by'''
|
! '''EP'''
|
! [[file:d6a.png|24px|d6]]
! [[file:d8a.png|24px|d8]]
! [[file:d10a.png|24px|d10]]
! [[file:d12a.png|24px|d12]]
|
! '''PP'''
|-
|scope="row" colspan="12"|
|-
| '''[[Big_Damned_Heroes:_Captain_Nat|Nadezdha]]'''
| Owner
| ''[https://forum.rpg.net/index.php?members/kittlefish.62862/ kittlefish]''
|scope="col" rowspan="10"|
! [[file:d2b.png|24px]]
|scope="col" rowspan="10"|
!
! 1
!
!
|scope="col" rowspan="10"|
! 2
|-
| '''[[Sunrise_Aigele|Sunrise_Aigele]]'''
| Captain
| [https://forum.rpg.net/index.php?members/dersen-lowery.72493/ Dersen Lowery]
! [[file:d1b.png|24px]]
!
!
!
!
! 0
|-
| '''[[Big_Damned_Heroes:_C7|Cedric]]'''
| First Mate
| [https://forum.rpg.net/index.php?members/camk4evr.115244/ camk4evr]
! [[file:d0a.png|24px]]
!
!
!
!
! 2
|-
| '''[[John_Lee|John Lee]]'''
| Pilot
| [https://forum.rpg.net/index.php?members/eplov.229812/ Eplov]
! [[file:d1b.png|24px]]
!
! 1
!
!
! 3
|-
| '''[[Big_Damned_Heroes:_C3|Nola]]'''
| Mechanic
| ''[https://forum.rpg.net/index.php?members/stormraven.9897/ Stormraven]''
! [[file:d0a.png|24px]]
!
!
!
!
! 2
|-
| '''[[Big_Damned_Heroes:_C5|India]]'''
| Doctor
|''[https://forum.rpg.net/index.php?members/blacksheep.2831/ BlackSheep]''
! [[file:d0a.png|24px]]
!
!
!
!
! 3
|-
| '''[[Big_Damned_Heroes:_C1|Brother Foresight]]'''
| Security
| ''[https://forum.rpg.net/index.php?members/muskrat.144471/ Muskrat]''
! [[file:d2b.png|24px]]
!
! 1
!
!
! 4
|-
| '''[[Big_Damned_Heroes:_C4|Gideon]]'''
| Companion
| ''[https://forum.rpg.net/index.php?members/strange-behaviour.186867/ strange behaviour]''
! [[file:d2b.png|24px]]
!
!
!
!
! 2
|-
|-
|! scope="row" colspan="12"|
|-
|! scope="row" colspan="12"|
|-
|! scope="row" colspan="12"|
|-
| ! scope="row" colspan="1"|'''GM'''
| Shenanigans
|! scope="row" colspan="9"|''[https://forum.rpg.net/index.php?members/brahnamin.70442/ brahnamin]''
! 6
|-
|}

[[BDH:_Former_CRew|'''Former Crew''']]

==Complications and Assets==
[[file:d6a.png|24px|d6]] [[file:d8a.png|24px|d8]] [[file:d10a.png|24px|d10]] [[file:d12a.png|24px|d12]]

Complication [C] '''//''' Scene Asset [S] '''/''' Episode Asset [E]
----
----
: [C] '''Red Flag/Blue Flag''' [[file:d8a.png|24px|d8]] John
: [C] '''Stranger Danger''' [[file:d8a.png|24px|d8]] Brother Foresight
: [C] '''Emily's Thing''' [[file:d10a.png|24px|d10]] India
: [C] '''Watching You Watching Me''' [[file:d6a.png|24px|d6]] Nola
: [C] '''Page Family Grudge''' [[file:d6a.png|24px|d6]] Sunrise
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: [S] '''Infatuated''' [[file:d8a.png|24px|d8]] India/Gideon
: [S] '''Something to Prove''' [[file:d8a.png|24px|d8]] India
: [S] '''Uncle-Daddy''' [[file:d8a.png|24px|d8]] John
: [S] '''Collective Recollection''' [[file:d10a.png|24px|d10]] Nat
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: [E] '''With the Band''' [[file:d8a.png|24px|d8]] '''All'''. They say it's not ''what'' you know but ''who'' you know. Due to their association with Nat (and by extension her old band ''Shooting Starlight'') the crew may add this asset to any roll that includes an element of influence where reputation might matter. '''Nat''' herself may roll the asset as a [[file:d10a.png|24px|d10]]
: [E] '''Tightened Security''' [[file:d8a.png|24px|d8]] John
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==Our Story So Far==
Click [[BDH:__Episode_Archives|'''HERE''']] to read our story premise and explore the episode archives.

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==The Ship Herself :: XP [[File:d1b.png|32px]]==
[[BDH:_The_Shìjiàn_Shìjiè | '''The Shìjiàn Shìjiè''' (Event Horizon)]] is a series-3 Firefly Class Transport modded for smuggling.

[[File:Ffsilhouette0006.png|600px|center]]

:[[BDH:_Ship_Advancement | '''Ship Advancement''']]

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==Chargen==
[[File:BDHavatar0002.png|350px|right]]
Click [[BDH:_Chargen|'''HERE''']] to build your Big Damned Hero.
: [[BDH:_Template|'''Blank Character Template''']]
: [[BDH:_Character_Advancement|'''Character Advancement''']]

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==Mods==
Click [[BDH:_Game_Mods|'''HERE''']] to see which Cortex Mods we will be using with this game.

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==Player Expectations==
'''Post Frequency'''
* I am asking for a '''daily''' posting commitment for this game as a general rule, with the understanding that posting might be less frequent on weekends and holidays. Meatworld being what it is, this generally averages to 3-4 GM updates per week.
:'''Note:''' if 24-36 hours have gone by since my last GM update, I may post a new update, even if all players have not posted, to maintain momentum.

'''Post Absences'''
*If you will ''not'' be able to post, for whatever reason, please ping us in OOC if you can so we know what is going on or post to the [https://forum.rpg.net/showthread.php?709532-Grand-Central-Absences-Station Absences Thread] (I pretty much check that thing every time it lights up).

'''Post Formatting'''
* Please '''bold''' your character's name at the top of each IC post or '''bold''' the first instance of your character's name in the body of the post. We all game with lots of folk, sometimes with the same players in different games; this just makes it easier to keep track of which character we're addressing.

* If you are addressing another PC in your post it is helpful to '''bold''' their character name as well so it stands out for them.

* OOC blocks are fine for showing dice rolls and brief OOC comments directly related to a particular post. Please sblock if you need to include large blocks of text related to your IC post. All other OOC content should go in the OOC thread itself.

* Do not place action statements (incl pp spends/asset generation) or dice rolls in the OOC Thread. I will never keep up with those. All action statements and dice rolls should go in the IC Thread [with dice rolls OOC Blocked].

* Please link all dice rolls back to your dice roller.

[[File:Alice001.png|500px|center]]

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==Resource Bidding==
PBP format doesn't work well for Player/GM back and forth, so I do my best to avoid it. This means the bidding aspect of spending PP on a roll kinda drops off. Instead, I find it helpful for players to indicate (if you are able) how many PP/BDHD you are willing to spend (if any) to succeed on the roll. I will do my best to make sure those PP are spent as economically as possible to achieve your desired outcome.

If my GMC is willing (presuming I have the PP to burn) to spend enough GM PP that you cannot succeed, I will let you know that so you don't have to burn PP if you don't want to on a failed action (though you always have the option to spend your PP to force me to spend mine in those situations).

If I am requiring an action of you (defending vs an attack, random notice check, etc) I will roll stakes so you know what you are rolling against, and I will tell you what PP I am willing to spend. I don't generally pre-roll for actions I think you ''might'' take no matter how obvious it may seem, because I don't want to influence how you choose to act in a scene.

If you would earn a pp for using an SFX (including Hinder), you may spend that pp on the roll that earned it. Likewise if the GM buys a rolled hitch.

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[[File:FFC0003.png|300px|center]]

==PVP==
While there is the potential for a fairly significant amount of player vs player conflict in a game like this one, I prefer not to run games that lean heavily to that assumption. Games like that simply do not need a GM, and I would much rather spend my time running games that ''do'' need a GM.

[[File:FFChef0002.png|300px|right]]

For reference, what I consider PVP basically amounts to this:

'''If an action would require dice to affect a GMC, then it counts as PVP if used against a PC'''

So disagreements, trash talking, indirect actions that might affect another character but aren't made directly against that character are all potentially on the table with the caveat that if something just makes the game not fun for someone that we respect that and steer clear.

----

If you want to do something that directly acts against another player's character, proceed based on the following criteria:

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'''Unilateral Permission:''' The other player agrees to your action. No rolls are needed. Just RP it out.

'''Limited Permission:''' The other player doesn't agree that it is an automatic thing, but does agree to let the math rocks decide. Roll it out.

'''Declined Permission:''' The other player does not agree to PVP. Move on with something else.

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==Development and Play Threads==
[https://forum.rpg.net/index.php?threads/open-recruitment-firefly-big-damned-heroes.915917/ Recruitment Thread]

[https://forum.rpg.net/index.php?threads/firefly-big-damned-heroes-cortex-prime.916228/ OOC Thread]

[https://forum.rpg.net/index.php?threads/firefly-big-damned-heroes-cortex-prime.916230/ IC Thread]

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==Other Resources==
[https://firefly.fandom.com/wiki/Main_Page Firefly Wiki] Wiki by Fandom for the show Firefly.

[[Firefly:_Speechifying_in_the_'Verse|Chinese Slang & Firefly Phrases]] For adding color to how your character speaks.

[https://www.google.com/search?safe=off&sxsrf=ALeKk01grWpeS6Tz0eB11tkjbto7hO5M-Q%3A1613327080894&ei=6GopYISWNqLJ5gKqvKDoDg&q=english+to+chinese&oq=english+to+chinese&gs_lcp=Cgdnd3Mtd2l6EAwyBwgjELADECcyBwgAELADEEMyBwgAELADEEMyBwgAELADEEMyBwgAELADEEMyBwgAELADEEMyBwgAELADEEMyBwgAELADEEMyBwgAELADEEMyBwgAELADEENQAFgAYIbOXGgBcAJ4AIABWYgBWZIBATGYAQCqAQdnd3Mtd2l6yAEKwAEB&sclient=gws-wiz&ved=0ahUKEwiEqsDc_-nuAhWipFkKHSoeCO0Q4dUDCA0 Translator] English/Chinese Dictionary.

[http://orokos.com/roll/?action=roll Orokos] Online Dice Roller.

[https://forum.rpg.net/showthread.php?709532-Grand-Central-Absences-Station Absences Thread] If you can't post for whatever reason let us know here or in OOC.

[http://exploring-infinity.com/2011/12/23/leveragin-the-black-situation-generator/ Firefly Job Generator] (GM Tool)

[[File:Fix00003.png|250px]]

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==Alternate Players==
*'''-'''
*'''-'''

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Fathomless: Character Generation

2024-10-03T19:03:09Z

Brahnamin:

__NOTOC__
[[D%26D_5e:_Against_the_Fathomless|< < < Back to Main Page]]

'''Limits'''
:No Artificers
:The Fathomless are unavailable as Warlock Patrons
:No non-class-related Pets; No Mounts
:PHB Races Only (Tasha's Ability Mods for Ancestry are still an option)
:PHB Backgrounds Only (Tasha's skill/tool/language swaps are still an option)
:We will not be using the Free-Feat house rule for this game.
:Healing potions are not available to purchase as standard gear.

'''Level:''' Characters start at '''L9'''

'''Attributes:''' Generate base attributes via Standard Array [15 14 13 12 10 8] or Customizing Variant [27 pts] (Both on PHB pp13).

Use PHB Ancestry Attribute Modifiers or Tasha's Ancestry Attribute Modifiers as you prefer.

Variant Human is available. Tasha's Custom Lineage is not.

'''Hit Points:''' Max HP + Double Con Mod for L1; Average HP + Regular Con Mod for L2 - L9.

'''Sub-Classes:''' Ask before using Tasha's (Feature Options and Sub-Classes, both) or Xanathar's (Sub-Classes) sources. Not opening this game to other sources at all.

'''Gear:''' Rather than nickel and diming the process, everyone may start with whatever non-magical/non-special-material armor they prefer (provided they are proficient in said armor), whatever non-magical weapons they want (again, must be proficient), a Holy Symbol or Spell Focus if appropriate, and whatever regular gear you want and can carry.

'''Wealth''' Additionally, you have 150 gold remaining after all purchases.

'''Magic Items'''
:'''Amulet of the Planes''' (Broken/Cursed)''':''' Each character bears a piece of this broken amulet and cannot be rid of it. Each piece functions as the amulet described in the DMG with the following limitations:
::Activating one piece activates all the pieces with the result/destination of the original activation.
::Once any piece of the amulet has been activated, no piece may be activated until after the completion of a short or long rest.
::The Mortal Realm (Prime Material Plane) cannot be reached by the broken amulet.

:'''Player's Choice: '''Choose one '''Rare''' or two '''Uncommon''' Magic Items from the DMG (no other sources please) with the following limitation: ''No items that allow the user to levitate or fly; No items that allow the user to phase.''
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Fathomless: Character Generation

2024-10-03T19:01:23Z

Brahnamin:

__NOTOC__
[[D%26D_5e:_Against_the_Fathomless|< < < Back to Main Page]]

'''Limits'''
:No Artificers
:The Fathomless are unavailable as Warlock Patrons
:No non-class-related Pets; No Mounts
:PHB Races Only (Tasha's Ability Mods for Ancestry are still an option)
:PHB Backgrounds Only (Tasha's skill/tool/language swaps are still an option)
:We will not be using the Free-Feat house rule for this game.
:Healing potions are not available to purchase as standard gear.

'''Level:''' Characters start at '''L9'''

'''Attributes:''' Generate base attributes via Standard Array [15 14 13 12 10 8] or Customizing Variant [27 pts] (Both on PHB pp13).

Use PHB Ancestry Attribute Modifiers or Tasha's Ancestry Attribute Modifiers as you prefer.

Variant Human is available. Tasha's Custom Lineage is not.

'''Hit Points:''' Max HP + Double Con Mod for L1; Average HP + Regular Con Mod for L2 - L9.

'''Sub-Classes:''' Ask before using Tasha's or Xanathar's sources. Not opening this game to other sources.

'''Gear:''' Rather than nickel and diming the process, everyone may start with whatever non-magical/non-special-material armor they prefer (provided they are proficient in said armor), whatever non-magical weapons they want (again, must be proficient), a Holy Symbol or Spell Focus if appropriate, and whatever regular gear you want and can carry.

'''Wealth''' Additionally, you have 150 gold remaining after all purchases.

'''Magic Items'''
:'''Amulet of the Planes''' (Broken/Cursed)''':''' Each character bears a piece of this broken amulet and cannot be rid of it. Each piece functions as the amulet described in the DMG with the following limitations:
::Activating one piece activates all the pieces with the result/destination of the original activation.
::Once any piece of the amulet has been activated, no piece may be activated until after the completion of a short or long rest.
::The Mortal Realm (Prime Material Plane) cannot be reached by the broken amulet.

:'''Player's Choice: '''Choose one '''Rare''' or two '''Uncommon''' Magic Items from the DMG (no other sources please) with the following limitation: ''No items that allow the user to levitate or fly; No items that allow the user to phase.''
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D&D 5e: Against the Fathomless

2024-10-03T18:12:01Z

Brahnamin: /* Resources */

__NOTOC__
=A Planescape Adventure for 5e=
[[File:Planescape0003.png|center|400px]]

==Player Characters==
Please link your character sheet to your character's name. It can be a wiki page or an offsite sheet so long as I can open it without having to sign in anywhere.

Go [[Fathomless:_Character_Generation|'''HERE''']] for chargen rules and guidelines.

*'''Character Name''' Played by:
:: L9 | Initiative Mod +X | P-Per XX / P-Ins XX

*'''Character Name''' Played by:
:: L9 | Initiative Mod +X | P-Per XX / P-Ins XX

*'''Character Name''' Played by:
:: L9 | Initiative Mod +X | P-Per XX / P-Ins XX

*'''Character Name''' Played by:
:: L9 | Initiative Mod +X | P-Per XX / P-Ins XX

*'''Character Name''' Played by:
:: L9 | Initiative Mod +X | P-Per XX / P-Ins XX

=Metagame Tools=
Below is all the boilerplate stuff that is essentially the same for virtually all my PBP games.

==Threads==
Development Thread

OOC Thread

IC Thread

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[[D%26D_5e:_Against_the_Fathomless#Player_Characters| < < < Back to the Top]]

==Resources==
[http://orokos.com/roll/?action=roll Orokos] - Online Dice Roller.

[https://roll20.net/compendium/dnd5e/BookIndex Roll 20] - 5e Online.

[https://forum.rpg.net/showthread.php?709532-Grand-Central-Absences-Station Absences Thread] - If you can't post for whatever reason let us know here or in OOC.

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[[D%26D_5e:_Against_the_Fathomless#Player_Characters| < < < Back to the Top]]

==Expectations==
'''Post Frequency'''

I am asking for a '''daily''' posting commitment for this game as a general rule, with the understanding that posting might be less frequent on weekends and holidays. Meatworld being what it is, this generally averages to 3-4 GM updates per week.
:'''Note:''' if 24-36 hours have gone by since my last GM update, I may post a new update, even if all players have not posted, to maintain momentum.

:This is sometimes just the most expedient path forward given the medium and the constraints of communicating over real distances rather than across a table.

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[[D%26D_5e:_Against_the_Fathomless#Player_Characters| < < < Back to the Top]]

'''Post Absences'''

If you will ''not'' be able to post, for whatever reason, please ping us in OOC so we know what is going on or post to the [https://forum.rpg.net/showthread.php?709532-Grand-Central-Absences-Station Absences Thread] (I pretty much check that thing every time it lights up).

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[[D%26D_5e:_Against_the_Fathomless#Player_Characters| < < < Back to the Top]]

''' Post Formatting'''

Please include the following header at the top of each IC Post:
:'''Character Name''' || AC || '''HP Current/Max''' || Spell DC || '''Inspiration Y/N'''

Similarly, please observe the following guidelines when composing your IC posts:
* Please '''bold''' your character's name at the top of each IC post or '''bold''' the first instance of your character's name in the body of the post. We all game with lots of folk, sometimes with the same players in different games; this just makes it easier to keep track of which character we're addressing.

* If you are addressing another PC in your post it is helpful to '''bold''' their character name as well so it stands out for them.

* OOC blocks are fine for showing dice rolls and brief OOC comments directly related to a particular post. Please sblock if you need to include large blocks of text related to your IC post. All other OOC content should go in the OOC thread itself.

* Do not place action statements or dice rolls in the OOC Thread. I know from brutal experience that I will never keep up if you do. All action statements and dice rolls should go in the IC Thread [with dice rolls OOC Blocked].

* Please link all dice rolls back to your dice roller.

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[[D%26D_5e:_Against_the_Fathomless#Player_Characters| < < < Back to the Top]]

==House Rules==
'''Initiative'''

One of the things that makes D&D tricky to run for PBP games is the importance initiative order can have.

Posting by initiative order (whether rolled or static) can bring a PBP game to a grinding halt, so I don't follow that format.

Ideally, everyone posts their actions (incl. dice rolls - I'd rather you roll and not need it than not roll and need it) as they have time to come online and make a post, and then I roll NPC/Monster actions during the update and sort out who did what when by looking at static initiative bonuses and compose my update around that turn order.

I will also look at what is being declared and make it all work as much in favor of the players as possible. No shenanigans where you lose your turn chopping at an enemy somebody else killed already or having the wizard flamebroil another PC with their fireball for rushing in, etc.

This does rob y'all of the tactical mini-game that having an initiative order encourages, but it keeps the game flowing, and to my mind that alone makes it worth it.

:'''Note:''' I will do my best to be sure you guys have the necessary information to resolve your own rolls in combat scenes (AC/HP/Saves etc) to ensure things go as smooth and hitch free as we can manage.

:'''Note:''' For those folk who get bonuses for specific initiative-centric builds/feats/etc, I'll work out a satisfactory equivalent with you before play starts.

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[[D%26D_5e:_Against_the_Fathomless#Player_Characters| < < < Back to the Top]]

'''Inspiration'''

Instead of the hoop jumping suggested for this oft forgotten resource, I prefer if inspiration instead just refreshes every short and long rest.
*You can only ever have one at a time.
*Players may donate their inspiration to another player who has none if they wish.

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[[D%26D_5e:_Against_the_Fathomless#Player_Characters| < < < Back to the Top]]

==PVP==
While there is the potential for player vs player conflict in any game, I prefer not to run games that lean heavily to that assumption. Games like that simply do not need a GM, and I would much rather spend my time running games that ''do'' need a GM.

'''For reference, what I consider PVP basically amounts to this:''' ''If an action would require dice to affect an NPC, then it counts as PVP to use against a PC''.

So disagreements, trash talking, indirect actions that might affect another character but aren't made directly against that character are all potentially on the table with the caveat that if something just makes the game not fun for someone that we respect that and steer clear.
----
If you want to do something that directly acts against another player's character, proceed based on the following criteria:
: '''Unilateral Permission:''' The other player agrees to your action. No rolls are needed. Just RP it out.
: '''Limited Permission:''' The other player doesn't agree that it is an automatic thing, but does agree to let the math rocks decide. Roll it out. If initiative is a concern, I will handle that case by case.
: '''Declined Permission:''' The other player does not agree to PVP. Move on with something else.

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D&D 5e: Against the Fathomless

2024-10-03T18:11:43Z

Brahnamin: /* Threads */

__NOTOC__
=A Planescape Adventure for 5e=
[[File:Planescape0003.png|center|400px]]

==Player Characters==
Please link your character sheet to your character's name. It can be a wiki page or an offsite sheet so long as I can open it without having to sign in anywhere.

Go [[Fathomless:_Character_Generation|'''HERE''']] for chargen rules and guidelines.

*'''Character Name''' Played by:
:: L9 | Initiative Mod +X | P-Per XX / P-Ins XX

*'''Character Name''' Played by:
:: L9 | Initiative Mod +X | P-Per XX / P-Ins XX

*'''Character Name''' Played by:
:: L9 | Initiative Mod +X | P-Per XX / P-Ins XX

*'''Character Name''' Played by:
:: L9 | Initiative Mod +X | P-Per XX / P-Ins XX

*'''Character Name''' Played by:
:: L9 | Initiative Mod +X | P-Per XX / P-Ins XX

=Metagame Tools=
Below is all the boilerplate stuff that is essentially the same for virtually all my PBP games.

==Threads==
Development Thread

OOC Thread

IC Thread

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[[D%26D_5e:_Against_the_Fathomless#Player_Characters| < < < Back to the Top]]

==Resources==
:[http://orokos.com/roll/?action=roll Orokos] - Online Dice Roller.

:[https://roll20.net/compendium/dnd5e/BookIndex Roll 20] - 5e Online.

:[https://forum.rpg.net/showthread.php?709532-Grand-Central-Absences-Station Absences Thread] - If you can't post for whatever reason let us know here or in OOC.

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[[D%26D_5e:_Against_the_Fathomless#Player_Characters| < < < Back to the Top]]

==Expectations==
'''Post Frequency'''

I am asking for a '''daily''' posting commitment for this game as a general rule, with the understanding that posting might be less frequent on weekends and holidays. Meatworld being what it is, this generally averages to 3-4 GM updates per week.
:'''Note:''' if 24-36 hours have gone by since my last GM update, I may post a new update, even if all players have not posted, to maintain momentum.

:This is sometimes just the most expedient path forward given the medium and the constraints of communicating over real distances rather than across a table.

----
[[D%26D_5e:_Against_the_Fathomless#Player_Characters| < < < Back to the Top]]

'''Post Absences'''

If you will ''not'' be able to post, for whatever reason, please ping us in OOC so we know what is going on or post to the [https://forum.rpg.net/showthread.php?709532-Grand-Central-Absences-Station Absences Thread] (I pretty much check that thing every time it lights up).

----
[[D%26D_5e:_Against_the_Fathomless#Player_Characters| < < < Back to the Top]]

''' Post Formatting'''

Please include the following header at the top of each IC Post:
:'''Character Name''' || AC || '''HP Current/Max''' || Spell DC || '''Inspiration Y/N'''

Similarly, please observe the following guidelines when composing your IC posts:
* Please '''bold''' your character's name at the top of each IC post or '''bold''' the first instance of your character's name in the body of the post. We all game with lots of folk, sometimes with the same players in different games; this just makes it easier to keep track of which character we're addressing.

* If you are addressing another PC in your post it is helpful to '''bold''' their character name as well so it stands out for them.

* OOC blocks are fine for showing dice rolls and brief OOC comments directly related to a particular post. Please sblock if you need to include large blocks of text related to your IC post. All other OOC content should go in the OOC thread itself.

* Do not place action statements or dice rolls in the OOC Thread. I know from brutal experience that I will never keep up if you do. All action statements and dice rolls should go in the IC Thread [with dice rolls OOC Blocked].

* Please link all dice rolls back to your dice roller.

----
[[D%26D_5e:_Against_the_Fathomless#Player_Characters| < < < Back to the Top]]

==House Rules==
'''Initiative'''

One of the things that makes D&D tricky to run for PBP games is the importance initiative order can have.

Posting by initiative order (whether rolled or static) can bring a PBP game to a grinding halt, so I don't follow that format.

Ideally, everyone posts their actions (incl. dice rolls - I'd rather you roll and not need it than not roll and need it) as they have time to come online and make a post, and then I roll NPC/Monster actions during the update and sort out who did what when by looking at static initiative bonuses and compose my update around that turn order.

I will also look at what is being declared and make it all work as much in favor of the players as possible. No shenanigans where you lose your turn chopping at an enemy somebody else killed already or having the wizard flamebroil another PC with their fireball for rushing in, etc.

This does rob y'all of the tactical mini-game that having an initiative order encourages, but it keeps the game flowing, and to my mind that alone makes it worth it.

:'''Note:''' I will do my best to be sure you guys have the necessary information to resolve your own rolls in combat scenes (AC/HP/Saves etc) to ensure things go as smooth and hitch free as we can manage.

:'''Note:''' For those folk who get bonuses for specific initiative-centric builds/feats/etc, I'll work out a satisfactory equivalent with you before play starts.

----
[[D%26D_5e:_Against_the_Fathomless#Player_Characters| < < < Back to the Top]]

'''Inspiration'''

Instead of the hoop jumping suggested for this oft forgotten resource, I prefer if inspiration instead just refreshes every short and long rest.
*You can only ever have one at a time.
*Players may donate their inspiration to another player who has none if they wish.

----
[[D%26D_5e:_Against_the_Fathomless#Player_Characters| < < < Back to the Top]]

==PVP==
While there is the potential for player vs player conflict in any game, I prefer not to run games that lean heavily to that assumption. Games like that simply do not need a GM, and I would much rather spend my time running games that ''do'' need a GM.

'''For reference, what I consider PVP basically amounts to this:''' ''If an action would require dice to affect an NPC, then it counts as PVP to use against a PC''.

So disagreements, trash talking, indirect actions that might affect another character but aren't made directly against that character are all potentially on the table with the caveat that if something just makes the game not fun for someone that we respect that and steer clear.
----
If you want to do something that directly acts against another player's character, proceed based on the following criteria:
: '''Unilateral Permission:''' The other player agrees to your action. No rolls are needed. Just RP it out.
: '''Limited Permission:''' The other player doesn't agree that it is an automatic thing, but does agree to let the math rocks decide. Roll it out. If initiative is a concern, I will handle that case by case.
: '''Declined Permission:''' The other player does not agree to PVP. Move on with something else.

----
[[D%26D_5e:_Against_the_Fathomless#Player_Characters| < < < Back to the Top]]

D&D 5e: Against the Fathomless

2024-10-03T18:11:04Z

Brahnamin: /* Metagame Tools */

__NOTOC__
=A Planescape Adventure for 5e=
[[File:Planescape0003.png|center|400px]]

==Player Characters==
Please link your character sheet to your character's name. It can be a wiki page or an offsite sheet so long as I can open it without having to sign in anywhere.

Go [[Fathomless:_Character_Generation|'''HERE''']] for chargen rules and guidelines.

*'''Character Name''' Played by:
:: L9 | Initiative Mod +X | P-Per XX / P-Ins XX

*'''Character Name''' Played by:
:: L9 | Initiative Mod +X | P-Per XX / P-Ins XX

*'''Character Name''' Played by:
:: L9 | Initiative Mod +X | P-Per XX / P-Ins XX

*'''Character Name''' Played by:
:: L9 | Initiative Mod +X | P-Per XX / P-Ins XX

*'''Character Name''' Played by:
:: L9 | Initiative Mod +X | P-Per XX / P-Ins XX

=Metagame Tools=
Below is all the boilerplate stuff that is essentially the same for virtually all my PBP games.

==Threads==
: Development Thread

: OOC Thread

: IC Thread

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[[D%26D_5e:_Against_the_Fathomless#Player_Characters| < < < Back to the Top]]

==Resources==
:[http://orokos.com/roll/?action=roll Orokos] - Online Dice Roller.

:[https://roll20.net/compendium/dnd5e/BookIndex Roll 20] - 5e Online.

:[https://forum.rpg.net/showthread.php?709532-Grand-Central-Absences-Station Absences Thread] - If you can't post for whatever reason let us know here or in OOC.

----
[[D%26D_5e:_Against_the_Fathomless#Player_Characters| < < < Back to the Top]]

==Expectations==
'''Post Frequency'''

I am asking for a '''daily''' posting commitment for this game as a general rule, with the understanding that posting might be less frequent on weekends and holidays. Meatworld being what it is, this generally averages to 3-4 GM updates per week.
:'''Note:''' if 24-36 hours have gone by since my last GM update, I may post a new update, even if all players have not posted, to maintain momentum.

:This is sometimes just the most expedient path forward given the medium and the constraints of communicating over real distances rather than across a table.

----
[[D%26D_5e:_Against_the_Fathomless#Player_Characters| < < < Back to the Top]]

'''Post Absences'''

If you will ''not'' be able to post, for whatever reason, please ping us in OOC so we know what is going on or post to the [https://forum.rpg.net/showthread.php?709532-Grand-Central-Absences-Station Absences Thread] (I pretty much check that thing every time it lights up).

----
[[D%26D_5e:_Against_the_Fathomless#Player_Characters| < < < Back to the Top]]

''' Post Formatting'''

Please include the following header at the top of each IC Post:
:'''Character Name''' || AC || '''HP Current/Max''' || Spell DC || '''Inspiration Y/N'''

Similarly, please observe the following guidelines when composing your IC posts:
* Please '''bold''' your character's name at the top of each IC post or '''bold''' the first instance of your character's name in the body of the post. We all game with lots of folk, sometimes with the same players in different games; this just makes it easier to keep track of which character we're addressing.

* If you are addressing another PC in your post it is helpful to '''bold''' their character name as well so it stands out for them.

* OOC blocks are fine for showing dice rolls and brief OOC comments directly related to a particular post. Please sblock if you need to include large blocks of text related to your IC post. All other OOC content should go in the OOC thread itself.

* Do not place action statements or dice rolls in the OOC Thread. I know from brutal experience that I will never keep up if you do. All action statements and dice rolls should go in the IC Thread [with dice rolls OOC Blocked].

* Please link all dice rolls back to your dice roller.

----
[[D%26D_5e:_Against_the_Fathomless#Player_Characters| < < < Back to the Top]]

==House Rules==
'''Initiative'''

One of the things that makes D&D tricky to run for PBP games is the importance initiative order can have.

Posting by initiative order (whether rolled or static) can bring a PBP game to a grinding halt, so I don't follow that format.

Ideally, everyone posts their actions (incl. dice rolls - I'd rather you roll and not need it than not roll and need it) as they have time to come online and make a post, and then I roll NPC/Monster actions during the update and sort out who did what when by looking at static initiative bonuses and compose my update around that turn order.

I will also look at what is being declared and make it all work as much in favor of the players as possible. No shenanigans where you lose your turn chopping at an enemy somebody else killed already or having the wizard flamebroil another PC with their fireball for rushing in, etc.

This does rob y'all of the tactical mini-game that having an initiative order encourages, but it keeps the game flowing, and to my mind that alone makes it worth it.

:'''Note:''' I will do my best to be sure you guys have the necessary information to resolve your own rolls in combat scenes (AC/HP/Saves etc) to ensure things go as smooth and hitch free as we can manage.

:'''Note:''' For those folk who get bonuses for specific initiative-centric builds/feats/etc, I'll work out a satisfactory equivalent with you before play starts.

----
[[D%26D_5e:_Against_the_Fathomless#Player_Characters| < < < Back to the Top]]

'''Inspiration'''

Instead of the hoop jumping suggested for this oft forgotten resource, I prefer if inspiration instead just refreshes every short and long rest.
*You can only ever have one at a time.
*Players may donate their inspiration to another player who has none if they wish.

----
[[D%26D_5e:_Against_the_Fathomless#Player_Characters| < < < Back to the Top]]

==PVP==
While there is the potential for player vs player conflict in any game, I prefer not to run games that lean heavily to that assumption. Games like that simply do not need a GM, and I would much rather spend my time running games that ''do'' need a GM.

'''For reference, what I consider PVP basically amounts to this:''' ''If an action would require dice to affect an NPC, then it counts as PVP to use against a PC''.

So disagreements, trash talking, indirect actions that might affect another character but aren't made directly against that character are all potentially on the table with the caveat that if something just makes the game not fun for someone that we respect that and steer clear.
----
If you want to do something that directly acts against another player's character, proceed based on the following criteria:
: '''Unilateral Permission:''' The other player agrees to your action. No rolls are needed. Just RP it out.
: '''Limited Permission:''' The other player doesn't agree that it is an automatic thing, but does agree to let the math rocks decide. Roll it out. If initiative is a concern, I will handle that case by case.
: '''Declined Permission:''' The other player does not agree to PVP. Move on with something else.

----
[[D%26D_5e:_Against_the_Fathomless#Player_Characters| < < < Back to the Top]]

D&D 5e: Against the Fathomless

2024-10-03T18:09:16Z

Brahnamin: /* Player Characters */

__NOTOC__
=A Planescape Adventure for 5e=
[[File:Planescape0003.png|center|400px]]

==Player Characters==
Please link your character sheet to your character's name. It can be a wiki page or an offsite sheet so long as I can open it without having to sign in anywhere.

Go [[Fathomless:_Character_Generation|'''HERE''']] for chargen rules and guidelines.

*'''Character Name''' Played by:
:: L9 | Initiative Mod +X | P-Per XX / P-Ins XX

*'''Character Name''' Played by:
:: L9 | Initiative Mod +X | P-Per XX / P-Ins XX

*'''Character Name''' Played by:
:: L9 | Initiative Mod +X | P-Per XX / P-Ins XX

*'''Character Name''' Played by:
:: L9 | Initiative Mod +X | P-Per XX / P-Ins XX

*'''Character Name''' Played by:
:: L9 | Initiative Mod +X | P-Per XX / P-Ins XX

=Metagame Tools=
==Threads==
: Development Thread

: OOC Thread

: IC Thread

----
[[D%26D_5e:_Against_the_Fathomless#Player_Characters| < < < Back to the Top]]

==Resources==
:[http://orokos.com/roll/?action=roll Orokos] - Online Dice Roller.

:[https://roll20.net/compendium/dnd5e/BookIndex Roll 20] - 5e Online.

:[https://forum.rpg.net/showthread.php?709532-Grand-Central-Absences-Station Absences Thread] - If you can't post for whatever reason let us know here or in OOC.

----
[[D%26D_5e:_Against_the_Fathomless#Player_Characters| < < < Back to the Top]]

==Expectations==
'''Post Frequency'''

I am asking for a '''daily''' posting commitment for this game as a general rule, with the understanding that posting might be less frequent on weekends and holidays. Meatworld being what it is, this generally averages to 3-4 GM updates per week.
:'''Note:''' if 24-36 hours have gone by since my last GM update, I may post a new update, even if all players have not posted, to maintain momentum.

:This is sometimes just the most expedient path forward given the medium and the constraints of communicating over real distances rather than across a table.

----
[[D%26D_5e:_Against_the_Fathomless#Player_Characters| < < < Back to the Top]]

'''Post Absences'''

If you will ''not'' be able to post, for whatever reason, please ping us in OOC so we know what is going on or post to the [https://forum.rpg.net/showthread.php?709532-Grand-Central-Absences-Station Absences Thread] (I pretty much check that thing every time it lights up).

----
[[D%26D_5e:_Against_the_Fathomless#Player_Characters| < < < Back to the Top]]

''' Post Formatting'''

Please include the following header at the top of each IC Post:
:'''Character Name''' || AC || '''HP Current/Max''' || Spell DC || '''Inspiration Y/N'''

Similarly, please observe the following guidelines when composing your IC posts:
* Please '''bold''' your character's name at the top of each IC post or '''bold''' the first instance of your character's name in the body of the post. We all game with lots of folk, sometimes with the same players in different games; this just makes it easier to keep track of which character we're addressing.

* If you are addressing another PC in your post it is helpful to '''bold''' their character name as well so it stands out for them.

* OOC blocks are fine for showing dice rolls and brief OOC comments directly related to a particular post. Please sblock if you need to include large blocks of text related to your IC post. All other OOC content should go in the OOC thread itself.

* Do not place action statements or dice rolls in the OOC Thread. I know from brutal experience that I will never keep up if you do. All action statements and dice rolls should go in the IC Thread [with dice rolls OOC Blocked].

* Please link all dice rolls back to your dice roller.

----
[[D%26D_5e:_Against_the_Fathomless#Player_Characters| < < < Back to the Top]]

==House Rules==
'''Initiative'''

One of the things that makes D&D tricky to run for PBP games is the importance initiative order can have.

Posting by initiative order (whether rolled or static) can bring a PBP game to a grinding halt, so I don't follow that format.

Ideally, everyone posts their actions (incl. dice rolls - I'd rather you roll and not need it than not roll and need it) as they have time to come online and make a post, and then I roll NPC/Monster actions during the update and sort out who did what when by looking at static initiative bonuses and compose my update around that turn order.

I will also look at what is being declared and make it all work as much in favor of the players as possible. No shenanigans where you lose your turn chopping at an enemy somebody else killed already or having the wizard flamebroil another PC with their fireball for rushing in, etc.

This does rob y'all of the tactical mini-game that having an initiative order encourages, but it keeps the game flowing, and to my mind that alone makes it worth it.

:'''Note:''' I will do my best to be sure you guys have the necessary information to resolve your own rolls in combat scenes (AC/HP/Saves etc) to ensure things go as smooth and hitch free as we can manage.

:'''Note:''' For those folk who get bonuses for specific initiative-centric builds/feats/etc, I'll work out a satisfactory equivalent with you before play starts.

----
[[D%26D_5e:_Against_the_Fathomless#Player_Characters| < < < Back to the Top]]

'''Inspiration'''

Instead of the hoop jumping suggested for this oft forgotten resource, I prefer if inspiration instead just refreshes every short and long rest.
*You can only ever have one at a time.
*Players may donate their inspiration to another player who has none if they wish.

----
[[D%26D_5e:_Against_the_Fathomless#Player_Characters| < < < Back to the Top]]

==PVP==
While there is the potential for player vs player conflict in any game, I prefer not to run games that lean heavily to that assumption. Games like that simply do not need a GM, and I would much rather spend my time running games that ''do'' need a GM.

'''For reference, what I consider PVP basically amounts to this:''' ''If an action would require dice to affect an NPC, then it counts as PVP to use against a PC''.

So disagreements, trash talking, indirect actions that might affect another character but aren't made directly against that character are all potentially on the table with the caveat that if something just makes the game not fun for someone that we respect that and steer clear.
----
If you want to do something that directly acts against another player's character, proceed based on the following criteria:
: '''Unilateral Permission:''' The other player agrees to your action. No rolls are needed. Just RP it out.
: '''Limited Permission:''' The other player doesn't agree that it is an automatic thing, but does agree to let the math rocks decide. Roll it out. If initiative is a concern, I will handle that case by case.
: '''Declined Permission:''' The other player does not agree to PVP. Move on with something else.

----
[[D%26D_5e:_Against_the_Fathomless#Player_Characters| < < < Back to the Top]]

D&D 5e: Against the Fathomless

2024-10-03T18:08:59Z

Brahnamin: /* Chargen Rules */

__NOTOC__
=A Planescape Adventure for 5e=
[[File:Planescape0003.png|center|400px]]

==Player Characters==
Please link your character sheet to your character's name. It can be a wiki page or an offsite sheet so long as I can open it without having to sign in anywhere.

*'''Character Name''' Played by:
:: L9 | Initiative Mod +X | P-Per XX / P-Ins XX

*'''Character Name''' Played by:
:: L9 | Initiative Mod +X | P-Per XX / P-Ins XX

*'''Character Name''' Played by:
:: L9 | Initiative Mod +X | P-Per XX / P-Ins XX

*'''Character Name''' Played by:
:: L9 | Initiative Mod +X | P-Per XX / P-Ins XX

*'''Character Name''' Played by:
:: L9 | Initiative Mod +X | P-Per XX / P-Ins XX

=Metagame Tools=
==Threads==
: Development Thread

: OOC Thread

: IC Thread

----
[[D%26D_5e:_Against_the_Fathomless#Player_Characters| < < < Back to the Top]]

==Resources==
:[http://orokos.com/roll/?action=roll Orokos] - Online Dice Roller.

:[https://roll20.net/compendium/dnd5e/BookIndex Roll 20] - 5e Online.

:[https://forum.rpg.net/showthread.php?709532-Grand-Central-Absences-Station Absences Thread] - If you can't post for whatever reason let us know here or in OOC.

----
[[D%26D_5e:_Against_the_Fathomless#Player_Characters| < < < Back to the Top]]

==Expectations==
'''Post Frequency'''

I am asking for a '''daily''' posting commitment for this game as a general rule, with the understanding that posting might be less frequent on weekends and holidays. Meatworld being what it is, this generally averages to 3-4 GM updates per week.
:'''Note:''' if 24-36 hours have gone by since my last GM update, I may post a new update, even if all players have not posted, to maintain momentum.

:This is sometimes just the most expedient path forward given the medium and the constraints of communicating over real distances rather than across a table.

----
[[D%26D_5e:_Against_the_Fathomless#Player_Characters| < < < Back to the Top]]

'''Post Absences'''

If you will ''not'' be able to post, for whatever reason, please ping us in OOC so we know what is going on or post to the [https://forum.rpg.net/showthread.php?709532-Grand-Central-Absences-Station Absences Thread] (I pretty much check that thing every time it lights up).

----
[[D%26D_5e:_Against_the_Fathomless#Player_Characters| < < < Back to the Top]]

''' Post Formatting'''

Please include the following header at the top of each IC Post:
:'''Character Name''' || AC || '''HP Current/Max''' || Spell DC || '''Inspiration Y/N'''

Similarly, please observe the following guidelines when composing your IC posts:
* Please '''bold''' your character's name at the top of each IC post or '''bold''' the first instance of your character's name in the body of the post. We all game with lots of folk, sometimes with the same players in different games; this just makes it easier to keep track of which character we're addressing.

* If you are addressing another PC in your post it is helpful to '''bold''' their character name as well so it stands out for them.

* OOC blocks are fine for showing dice rolls and brief OOC comments directly related to a particular post. Please sblock if you need to include large blocks of text related to your IC post. All other OOC content should go in the OOC thread itself.

* Do not place action statements or dice rolls in the OOC Thread. I know from brutal experience that I will never keep up if you do. All action statements and dice rolls should go in the IC Thread [with dice rolls OOC Blocked].

* Please link all dice rolls back to your dice roller.

----
[[D%26D_5e:_Against_the_Fathomless#Player_Characters| < < < Back to the Top]]

==House Rules==
'''Initiative'''

One of the things that makes D&D tricky to run for PBP games is the importance initiative order can have.

Posting by initiative order (whether rolled or static) can bring a PBP game to a grinding halt, so I don't follow that format.

Ideally, everyone posts their actions (incl. dice rolls - I'd rather you roll and not need it than not roll and need it) as they have time to come online and make a post, and then I roll NPC/Monster actions during the update and sort out who did what when by looking at static initiative bonuses and compose my update around that turn order.

I will also look at what is being declared and make it all work as much in favor of the players as possible. No shenanigans where you lose your turn chopping at an enemy somebody else killed already or having the wizard flamebroil another PC with their fireball for rushing in, etc.

This does rob y'all of the tactical mini-game that having an initiative order encourages, but it keeps the game flowing, and to my mind that alone makes it worth it.

:'''Note:''' I will do my best to be sure you guys have the necessary information to resolve your own rolls in combat scenes (AC/HP/Saves etc) to ensure things go as smooth and hitch free as we can manage.

:'''Note:''' For those folk who get bonuses for specific initiative-centric builds/feats/etc, I'll work out a satisfactory equivalent with you before play starts.

----
[[D%26D_5e:_Against_the_Fathomless#Player_Characters| < < < Back to the Top]]

'''Inspiration'''

Instead of the hoop jumping suggested for this oft forgotten resource, I prefer if inspiration instead just refreshes every short and long rest.
*You can only ever have one at a time.
*Players may donate their inspiration to another player who has none if they wish.

----
[[D%26D_5e:_Against_the_Fathomless#Player_Characters| < < < Back to the Top]]

==PVP==
While there is the potential for player vs player conflict in any game, I prefer not to run games that lean heavily to that assumption. Games like that simply do not need a GM, and I would much rather spend my time running games that ''do'' need a GM.

'''For reference, what I consider PVP basically amounts to this:''' ''If an action would require dice to affect an NPC, then it counts as PVP to use against a PC''.

So disagreements, trash talking, indirect actions that might affect another character but aren't made directly against that character are all potentially on the table with the caveat that if something just makes the game not fun for someone that we respect that and steer clear.
----
If you want to do something that directly acts against another player's character, proceed based on the following criteria:
: '''Unilateral Permission:''' The other player agrees to your action. No rolls are needed. Just RP it out.
: '''Limited Permission:''' The other player doesn't agree that it is an automatic thing, but does agree to let the math rocks decide. Roll it out. If initiative is a concern, I will handle that case by case.
: '''Declined Permission:''' The other player does not agree to PVP. Move on with something else.

----
[[D%26D_5e:_Against_the_Fathomless#Player_Characters| < < < Back to the Top]]

D&D 5e: Against the Fathomless

2024-10-03T18:07:43Z

Brahnamin: /* Chargen Rules */

__NOTOC__
=A Planescape Adventure for 5e=
[[File:Planescape0003.png|center|400px]]

==Player Characters==
Please link your character sheet to your character's name. It can be a wiki page or an offsite sheet so long as I can open it without having to sign in anywhere.

*'''Character Name''' Played by:
:: L9 | Initiative Mod +X | P-Per XX / P-Ins XX

*'''Character Name''' Played by:
:: L9 | Initiative Mod +X | P-Per XX / P-Ins XX

*'''Character Name''' Played by:
:: L9 | Initiative Mod +X | P-Per XX / P-Ins XX

*'''Character Name''' Played by:
:: L9 | Initiative Mod +X | P-Per XX / P-Ins XX

*'''Character Name''' Played by:
:: L9 | Initiative Mod +X | P-Per XX / P-Ins XX

=Metagame Tools=
==Chargen Rules==
Go [[Fathomless:_Character_Generation|'''HERE''']] for chargen rules and guidelines.

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[[D%26D_5e:_Against_the_Fathomless#Player_Characters| < < < Back to the Top]]

==Threads==
: Development Thread

: OOC Thread

: IC Thread

----
[[D%26D_5e:_Against_the_Fathomless#Player_Characters| < < < Back to the Top]]

==Resources==
:[http://orokos.com/roll/?action=roll Orokos] - Online Dice Roller.

:[https://roll20.net/compendium/dnd5e/BookIndex Roll 20] - 5e Online.

:[https://forum.rpg.net/showthread.php?709532-Grand-Central-Absences-Station Absences Thread] - If you can't post for whatever reason let us know here or in OOC.

----
[[D%26D_5e:_Against_the_Fathomless#Player_Characters| < < < Back to the Top]]

==Expectations==
'''Post Frequency'''

I am asking for a '''daily''' posting commitment for this game as a general rule, with the understanding that posting might be less frequent on weekends and holidays. Meatworld being what it is, this generally averages to 3-4 GM updates per week.
:'''Note:''' if 24-36 hours have gone by since my last GM update, I may post a new update, even if all players have not posted, to maintain momentum.

:This is sometimes just the most expedient path forward given the medium and the constraints of communicating over real distances rather than across a table.

----
[[D%26D_5e:_Against_the_Fathomless#Player_Characters| < < < Back to the Top]]

'''Post Absences'''

If you will ''not'' be able to post, for whatever reason, please ping us in OOC so we know what is going on or post to the [https://forum.rpg.net/showthread.php?709532-Grand-Central-Absences-Station Absences Thread] (I pretty much check that thing every time it lights up).

----
[[D%26D_5e:_Against_the_Fathomless#Player_Characters| < < < Back to the Top]]

''' Post Formatting'''

Please include the following header at the top of each IC Post:
:'''Character Name''' || AC || '''HP Current/Max''' || Spell DC || '''Inspiration Y/N'''

Similarly, please observe the following guidelines when composing your IC posts:
* Please '''bold''' your character's name at the top of each IC post or '''bold''' the first instance of your character's name in the body of the post. We all game with lots of folk, sometimes with the same players in different games; this just makes it easier to keep track of which character we're addressing.

* If you are addressing another PC in your post it is helpful to '''bold''' their character name as well so it stands out for them.

* OOC blocks are fine for showing dice rolls and brief OOC comments directly related to a particular post. Please sblock if you need to include large blocks of text related to your IC post. All other OOC content should go in the OOC thread itself.

* Do not place action statements or dice rolls in the OOC Thread. I know from brutal experience that I will never keep up if you do. All action statements and dice rolls should go in the IC Thread [with dice rolls OOC Blocked].

* Please link all dice rolls back to your dice roller.

----
[[D%26D_5e:_Against_the_Fathomless#Player_Characters| < < < Back to the Top]]

==House Rules==
'''Initiative'''

One of the things that makes D&D tricky to run for PBP games is the importance initiative order can have.

Posting by initiative order (whether rolled or static) can bring a PBP game to a grinding halt, so I don't follow that format.

Ideally, everyone posts their actions (incl. dice rolls - I'd rather you roll and not need it than not roll and need it) as they have time to come online and make a post, and then I roll NPC/Monster actions during the update and sort out who did what when by looking at static initiative bonuses and compose my update around that turn order.

I will also look at what is being declared and make it all work as much in favor of the players as possible. No shenanigans where you lose your turn chopping at an enemy somebody else killed already or having the wizard flamebroil another PC with their fireball for rushing in, etc.

This does rob y'all of the tactical mini-game that having an initiative order encourages, but it keeps the game flowing, and to my mind that alone makes it worth it.

:'''Note:''' I will do my best to be sure you guys have the necessary information to resolve your own rolls in combat scenes (AC/HP/Saves etc) to ensure things go as smooth and hitch free as we can manage.

:'''Note:''' For those folk who get bonuses for specific initiative-centric builds/feats/etc, I'll work out a satisfactory equivalent with you before play starts.

----
[[D%26D_5e:_Against_the_Fathomless#Player_Characters| < < < Back to the Top]]

'''Inspiration'''

Instead of the hoop jumping suggested for this oft forgotten resource, I prefer if inspiration instead just refreshes every short and long rest.
*You can only ever have one at a time.
*Players may donate their inspiration to another player who has none if they wish.

----
[[D%26D_5e:_Against_the_Fathomless#Player_Characters| < < < Back to the Top]]

==PVP==
While there is the potential for player vs player conflict in any game, I prefer not to run games that lean heavily to that assumption. Games like that simply do not need a GM, and I would much rather spend my time running games that ''do'' need a GM.

'''For reference, what I consider PVP basically amounts to this:''' ''If an action would require dice to affect an NPC, then it counts as PVP to use against a PC''.

So disagreements, trash talking, indirect actions that might affect another character but aren't made directly against that character are all potentially on the table with the caveat that if something just makes the game not fun for someone that we respect that and steer clear.
----
If you want to do something that directly acts against another player's character, proceed based on the following criteria:
: '''Unilateral Permission:''' The other player agrees to your action. No rolls are needed. Just RP it out.
: '''Limited Permission:''' The other player doesn't agree that it is an automatic thing, but does agree to let the math rocks decide. Roll it out. If initiative is a concern, I will handle that case by case.
: '''Declined Permission:''' The other player does not agree to PVP. Move on with something else.

----
[[D%26D_5e:_Against_the_Fathomless#Player_Characters| < < < Back to the Top]]

D&D 5e: Against the Fathomless

2024-10-03T18:06:14Z

Brahnamin: /* Metagame Tools */

__NOTOC__
=A Planescape Adventure for 5e=
[[File:Planescape0003.png|center|400px]]

==Player Characters==
Please link your character sheet to your character's name. It can be a wiki page or an offsite sheet so long as I can open it without having to sign in anywhere.

*'''Character Name''' Played by:
:: L9 | Initiative Mod +X | P-Per XX / P-Ins XX

*'''Character Name''' Played by:
:: L9 | Initiative Mod +X | P-Per XX / P-Ins XX

*'''Character Name''' Played by:
:: L9 | Initiative Mod +X | P-Per XX / P-Ins XX

*'''Character Name''' Played by:
:: L9 | Initiative Mod +X | P-Per XX / P-Ins XX

*'''Character Name''' Played by:
:: L9 | Initiative Mod +X | P-Per XX / P-Ins XX

=Metagame Tools=
==Chargen Rules==
Go [[Fathomless:_Character_Generation|'''HERE''']] for chargen rules and guidelines.

----
[[D%26D_5e:_Against_the_Fathomless#Player_Characters| < < < Back to the Top]]

'''Threads'''
: Development Thread

: OOC Thread

: IC Thread

----
[[D%26D_5e:_Against_the_Fathomless#Player_Characters| < < < Back to the Top]]

'''Resources'''
:[http://orokos.com/roll/?action=roll Orokos] - Online Dice Roller.

:[https://roll20.net/compendium/dnd5e/BookIndex Roll 20] - 5e Online.

:[https://forum.rpg.net/showthread.php?709532-Grand-Central-Absences-Station Absences Thread] - If you can't post for whatever reason let us know here or in OOC.

----
[[D%26D_5e:_Against_the_Fathomless#Player_Characters| < < < Back to the Top]]

==Expectations==
'''Post Frequency'''

I am asking for a '''daily''' posting commitment for this game as a general rule, with the understanding that posting might be less frequent on weekends and holidays. Meatworld being what it is, this generally averages to 3-4 GM updates per week.
:'''Note:''' if 24-36 hours have gone by since my last GM update, I may post a new update, even if all players have not posted, to maintain momentum.

:This is sometimes just the most expedient path forward given the medium and the constraints of communicating over real distances rather than across a table.

----
[[D%26D_5e:_Against_the_Fathomless#Player_Characters| < < < Back to the Top]]

'''Post Absences'''

If you will ''not'' be able to post, for whatever reason, please ping us in OOC so we know what is going on or post to the [https://forum.rpg.net/showthread.php?709532-Grand-Central-Absences-Station Absences Thread] (I pretty much check that thing every time it lights up).

----
[[D%26D_5e:_Against_the_Fathomless#Player_Characters| < < < Back to the Top]]

''' Post Formatting'''

Please include the following header at the top of each IC Post:
:'''Character Name''' || AC || '''HP Current/Max''' || Spell DC || '''Inspiration Y/N'''

Similarly, please observe the following guidelines when composing your IC posts:
* Please '''bold''' your character's name at the top of each IC post or '''bold''' the first instance of your character's name in the body of the post. We all game with lots of folk, sometimes with the same players in different games; this just makes it easier to keep track of which character we're addressing.

* If you are addressing another PC in your post it is helpful to '''bold''' their character name as well so it stands out for them.

* OOC blocks are fine for showing dice rolls and brief OOC comments directly related to a particular post. Please sblock if you need to include large blocks of text related to your IC post. All other OOC content should go in the OOC thread itself.

* Do not place action statements or dice rolls in the OOC Thread. I know from brutal experience that I will never keep up if you do. All action statements and dice rolls should go in the IC Thread [with dice rolls OOC Blocked].

* Please link all dice rolls back to your dice roller.

----
[[D%26D_5e:_Against_the_Fathomless#Player_Characters| < < < Back to the Top]]

==House Rules==
'''Initiative'''

One of the things that makes D&D tricky to run for PBP games is the importance initiative order can have.

Posting by initiative order (whether rolled or static) can bring a PBP game to a grinding halt, so I don't follow that format.

Ideally, everyone posts their actions (incl. dice rolls - I'd rather you roll and not need it than not roll and need it) as they have time to come online and make a post, and then I roll NPC/Monster actions during the update and sort out who did what when by looking at static initiative bonuses and compose my update around that turn order.

I will also look at what is being declared and make it all work as much in favor of the players as possible. No shenanigans where you lose your turn chopping at an enemy somebody else killed already or having the wizard flamebroil another PC with their fireball for rushing in, etc.

This does rob y'all of the tactical mini-game that having an initiative order encourages, but it keeps the game flowing, and to my mind that alone makes it worth it.

:'''Note:''' I will do my best to be sure you guys have the necessary information to resolve your own rolls in combat scenes (AC/HP/Saves etc) to ensure things go as smooth and hitch free as we can manage.

:'''Note:''' For those folk who get bonuses for specific initiative-centric builds/feats/etc, I'll work out a satisfactory equivalent with you before play starts.

----
[[D%26D_5e:_Against_the_Fathomless#Player_Characters| < < < Back to the Top]]

'''Inspiration'''

Instead of the hoop jumping suggested for this oft forgotten resource, I prefer if inspiration instead just refreshes every short and long rest.
*You can only ever have one at a time.
*Players may donate their inspiration to another player who has none if they wish.

----
[[D%26D_5e:_Against_the_Fathomless#Player_Characters| < < < Back to the Top]]

==PVP==
While there is the potential for player vs player conflict in any game, I prefer not to run games that lean heavily to that assumption. Games like that simply do not need a GM, and I would much rather spend my time running games that ''do'' need a GM.

'''For reference, what I consider PVP basically amounts to this:''' ''If an action would require dice to affect an NPC, then it counts as PVP to use against a PC''.

So disagreements, trash talking, indirect actions that might affect another character but aren't made directly against that character are all potentially on the table with the caveat that if something just makes the game not fun for someone that we respect that and steer clear.
----
If you want to do something that directly acts against another player's character, proceed based on the following criteria:
: '''Unilateral Permission:''' The other player agrees to your action. No rolls are needed. Just RP it out.
: '''Limited Permission:''' The other player doesn't agree that it is an automatic thing, but does agree to let the math rocks decide. Roll it out. If initiative is a concern, I will handle that case by case.
: '''Declined Permission:''' The other player does not agree to PVP. Move on with something else.

----
[[D%26D_5e:_Against_the_Fathomless#Player_Characters| < < < Back to the Top]]

D&D 5e: Against the Fathomless

2024-10-03T18:05:16Z

Brahnamin: /* Player Characters */

__NOTOC__
=A Planescape Adventure for 5e=
[[File:Planescape0003.png|center|400px]]

==Player Characters==
Please link your character sheet to your character's name. It can be a wiki page or an offsite sheet so long as I can open it without having to sign in anywhere.

*'''Character Name''' Played by:
:: L9 | Initiative Mod +X | P-Per XX / P-Ins XX

*'''Character Name''' Played by:
:: L9 | Initiative Mod +X | P-Per XX / P-Ins XX

*'''Character Name''' Played by:
:: L9 | Initiative Mod +X | P-Per XX / P-Ins XX

*'''Character Name''' Played by:
:: L9 | Initiative Mod +X | P-Per XX / P-Ins XX

*'''Character Name''' Played by:
:: L9 | Initiative Mod +X | P-Per XX / P-Ins XX

=Metagame Tools=
==Chargen Rules==
Go [[Fathomless:_Character_Generation|'''HERE''']] for chargen rules and guidelines.

'''Threads'''
: Development Thread

: OOC Thread

: IC Thread

----
[[D%26D_5e:_Against_the_Fathomless#Player_Characters| < < < Back to the Top]]

'''Resources'''
:[http://orokos.com/roll/?action=roll Orokos] - Online Dice Roller.

:[https://roll20.net/compendium/dnd5e/BookIndex Roll 20] - 5e Online.

:[https://forum.rpg.net/showthread.php?709532-Grand-Central-Absences-Station Absences Thread] - If you can't post for whatever reason let us know here or in OOC.

----
[[D%26D_5e:_Against_the_Fathomless#Player_Characters| < < < Back to the Top]]

==Expectations==
'''Post Frequency'''

I am asking for a '''daily''' posting commitment for this game as a general rule, with the understanding that posting might be less frequent on weekends and holidays. Meatworld being what it is, this generally averages to 3-4 GM updates per week.
:'''Note:''' if 24-36 hours have gone by since my last GM update, I may post a new update, even if all players have not posted, to maintain momentum.

:This is sometimes just the most expedient path forward given the medium and the constraints of communicating over real distances rather than across a table.

----
[[D%26D_5e:_Against_the_Fathomless#Player_Characters| < < < Back to the Top]]

'''Post Absences'''

If you will ''not'' be able to post, for whatever reason, please ping us in OOC so we know what is going on or post to the [https://forum.rpg.net/showthread.php?709532-Grand-Central-Absences-Station Absences Thread] (I pretty much check that thing every time it lights up).

----
[[D%26D_5e:_Against_the_Fathomless#Player_Characters| < < < Back to the Top]]

''' Post Formatting'''

Please include the following header at the top of each IC Post:
:'''Character Name''' || AC || '''HP Current/Max''' || Spell DC || '''Inspiration Y/N'''

Similarly, please observe the following guidelines when composing your IC posts:
* Please '''bold''' your character's name at the top of each IC post or '''bold''' the first instance of your character's name in the body of the post. We all game with lots of folk, sometimes with the same players in different games; this just makes it easier to keep track of which character we're addressing.

* If you are addressing another PC in your post it is helpful to '''bold''' their character name as well so it stands out for them.

* OOC blocks are fine for showing dice rolls and brief OOC comments directly related to a particular post. Please sblock if you need to include large blocks of text related to your IC post. All other OOC content should go in the OOC thread itself.

* Do not place action statements or dice rolls in the OOC Thread. I know from brutal experience that I will never keep up if you do. All action statements and dice rolls should go in the IC Thread [with dice rolls OOC Blocked].

* Please link all dice rolls back to your dice roller.

----
[[D%26D_5e:_Against_the_Fathomless#Player_Characters| < < < Back to the Top]]

==House Rules==
'''Initiative'''

One of the things that makes D&D tricky to run for PBP games is the importance initiative order can have.

Posting by initiative order (whether rolled or static) can bring a PBP game to a grinding halt, so I don't follow that format.

Ideally, everyone posts their actions (incl. dice rolls - I'd rather you roll and not need it than not roll and need it) as they have time to come online and make a post, and then I roll NPC/Monster actions during the update and sort out who did what when by looking at static initiative bonuses and compose my update around that turn order.

I will also look at what is being declared and make it all work as much in favor of the players as possible. No shenanigans where you lose your turn chopping at an enemy somebody else killed already or having the wizard flamebroil another PC with their fireball for rushing in, etc.

This does rob y'all of the tactical mini-game that having an initiative order encourages, but it keeps the game flowing, and to my mind that alone makes it worth it.

:'''Note:''' I will do my best to be sure you guys have the necessary information to resolve your own rolls in combat scenes (AC/HP/Saves etc) to ensure things go as smooth and hitch free as we can manage.

:'''Note:''' For those folk who get bonuses for specific initiative-centric builds/feats/etc, I'll work out a satisfactory equivalent with you before play starts.

----
[[D%26D_5e:_Against_the_Fathomless#Player_Characters| < < < Back to the Top]]

'''Inspiration'''

Instead of the hoop jumping suggested for this oft forgotten resource, I prefer if inspiration instead just refreshes every short and long rest.
*You can only ever have one at a time.
*Players may donate their inspiration to another player who has none if they wish.

----
[[D%26D_5e:_Against_the_Fathomless#Player_Characters| < < < Back to the Top]]

==PVP==
While there is the potential for player vs player conflict in any game, I prefer not to run games that lean heavily to that assumption. Games like that simply do not need a GM, and I would much rather spend my time running games that ''do'' need a GM.

'''For reference, what I consider PVP basically amounts to this:''' ''If an action would require dice to affect an NPC, then it counts as PVP to use against a PC''.

So disagreements, trash talking, indirect actions that might affect another character but aren't made directly against that character are all potentially on the table with the caveat that if something just makes the game not fun for someone that we respect that and steer clear.
----
If you want to do something that directly acts against another player's character, proceed based on the following criteria:
: '''Unilateral Permission:''' The other player agrees to your action. No rolls are needed. Just RP it out.
: '''Limited Permission:''' The other player doesn't agree that it is an automatic thing, but does agree to let the math rocks decide. Roll it out. If initiative is a concern, I will handle that case by case.
: '''Declined Permission:''' The other player does not agree to PVP. Move on with something else.

----
[[D%26D_5e:_Against_the_Fathomless#Player_Characters| < < < Back to the Top]]

D&D 5e: Against the Fathomless

2024-10-03T17:50:23Z

Brahnamin: /* Chargen Rules */

__NOTOC__
=A Planescape Adventure for 5e=
[[File:Planescape0003.png|center|400px]]

==Player Characters==
Please link your character sheet to your character's name. It can be a wiki page or an offsite sheet so long as I can open it without having to sign in anywhere.

*'''Character Name''' Played by:
*'''Character Name''' Played by:
*'''Character Name''' Played by:
*'''Character Name''' Played by:
*'''Character Name''' Played by:

=Metagame Tools=
==Chargen Rules==
Go [[Fathomless:_Character_Generation|'''HERE''']] for chargen rules and guidelines.

'''Threads'''
: Development Thread

: OOC Thread

: IC Thread

----
[[D%26D_5e:_Against_the_Fathomless#Player_Characters| < < < Back to the Top]]

'''Resources'''
:[http://orokos.com/roll/?action=roll Orokos] - Online Dice Roller.

:[https://roll20.net/compendium/dnd5e/BookIndex Roll 20] - 5e Online.

:[https://forum.rpg.net/showthread.php?709532-Grand-Central-Absences-Station Absences Thread] - If you can't post for whatever reason let us know here or in OOC.

----
[[D%26D_5e:_Against_the_Fathomless#Player_Characters| < < < Back to the Top]]

==Expectations==
'''Post Frequency'''

I am asking for a '''daily''' posting commitment for this game as a general rule, with the understanding that posting might be less frequent on weekends and holidays. Meatworld being what it is, this generally averages to 3-4 GM updates per week.
:'''Note:''' if 24-36 hours have gone by since my last GM update, I may post a new update, even if all players have not posted, to maintain momentum.

:This is sometimes just the most expedient path forward given the medium and the constraints of communicating over real distances rather than across a table.

----
[[D%26D_5e:_Against_the_Fathomless#Player_Characters| < < < Back to the Top]]

'''Post Absences'''

If you will ''not'' be able to post, for whatever reason, please ping us in OOC so we know what is going on or post to the [https://forum.rpg.net/showthread.php?709532-Grand-Central-Absences-Station Absences Thread] (I pretty much check that thing every time it lights up).

----
[[D%26D_5e:_Against_the_Fathomless#Player_Characters| < < < Back to the Top]]

''' Post Formatting'''

Please include the following header at the top of each IC Post:
:'''Character Name''' || AC || '''HP Current/Max''' || Spell DC || '''Inspiration Y/N'''

Similarly, please observe the following guidelines when composing your IC posts:
* Please '''bold''' your character's name at the top of each IC post or '''bold''' the first instance of your character's name in the body of the post. We all game with lots of folk, sometimes with the same players in different games; this just makes it easier to keep track of which character we're addressing.

* If you are addressing another PC in your post it is helpful to '''bold''' their character name as well so it stands out for them.

* OOC blocks are fine for showing dice rolls and brief OOC comments directly related to a particular post. Please sblock if you need to include large blocks of text related to your IC post. All other OOC content should go in the OOC thread itself.

* Do not place action statements or dice rolls in the OOC Thread. I know from brutal experience that I will never keep up if you do. All action statements and dice rolls should go in the IC Thread [with dice rolls OOC Blocked].

* Please link all dice rolls back to your dice roller.

----
[[D%26D_5e:_Against_the_Fathomless#Player_Characters| < < < Back to the Top]]

==House Rules==
'''Initiative'''

One of the things that makes D&D tricky to run for PBP games is the importance initiative order can have.

Posting by initiative order (whether rolled or static) can bring a PBP game to a grinding halt, so I don't follow that format.

Ideally, everyone posts their actions (incl. dice rolls - I'd rather you roll and not need it than not roll and need it) as they have time to come online and make a post, and then I roll NPC/Monster actions during the update and sort out who did what when by looking at static initiative bonuses and compose my update around that turn order.

I will also look at what is being declared and make it all work as much in favor of the players as possible. No shenanigans where you lose your turn chopping at an enemy somebody else killed already or having the wizard flamebroil another PC with their fireball for rushing in, etc.

This does rob y'all of the tactical mini-game that having an initiative order encourages, but it keeps the game flowing, and to my mind that alone makes it worth it.

:'''Note:''' I will do my best to be sure you guys have the necessary information to resolve your own rolls in combat scenes (AC/HP/Saves etc) to ensure things go as smooth and hitch free as we can manage.

:'''Note:''' For those folk who get bonuses for specific initiative-centric builds/feats/etc, I'll work out a satisfactory equivalent with you before play starts.

----
[[D%26D_5e:_Against_the_Fathomless#Player_Characters| < < < Back to the Top]]

'''Inspiration'''

Instead of the hoop jumping suggested for this oft forgotten resource, I prefer if inspiration instead just refreshes every short and long rest.
*You can only ever have one at a time.
*Players may donate their inspiration to another player who has none if they wish.

----
[[D%26D_5e:_Against_the_Fathomless#Player_Characters| < < < Back to the Top]]

==PVP==
While there is the potential for player vs player conflict in any game, I prefer not to run games that lean heavily to that assumption. Games like that simply do not need a GM, and I would much rather spend my time running games that ''do'' need a GM.

'''For reference, what I consider PVP basically amounts to this:''' ''If an action would require dice to affect an NPC, then it counts as PVP to use against a PC''.

So disagreements, trash talking, indirect actions that might affect another character but aren't made directly against that character are all potentially on the table with the caveat that if something just makes the game not fun for someone that we respect that and steer clear.
----
If you want to do something that directly acts against another player's character, proceed based on the following criteria:
: '''Unilateral Permission:''' The other player agrees to your action. No rolls are needed. Just RP it out.
: '''Limited Permission:''' The other player doesn't agree that it is an automatic thing, but does agree to let the math rocks decide. Roll it out. If initiative is a concern, I will handle that case by case.
: '''Declined Permission:''' The other player does not agree to PVP. Move on with something else.

----
[[D%26D_5e:_Against_the_Fathomless#Player_Characters| < < < Back to the Top]]

D&D 5e: Against the Fathomless

2024-10-03T17:49:58Z

Brahnamin:

__NOTOC__
=A Planescape Adventure for 5e=
[[File:Planescape0003.png|center|400px]]

==Player Characters==
Please link your character sheet to your character's name. It can be a wiki page or an offsite sheet so long as I can open it without having to sign in anywhere.

*'''Character Name''' Played by:
*'''Character Name''' Played by:
*'''Character Name''' Played by:
*'''Character Name''' Played by:
*'''Character Name''' Played by:

=Metagame Tools=
==Chargen Rules==
Go [[Fathomless:_Character_Generation|'''HERE''']] for Chargen rules and guidelines.

'''Threads'''
: Development Thread

: OOC Thread

: IC Thread

----
[[D%26D_5e:_Against_the_Fathomless#Player_Characters| < < < Back to the Top]]

'''Resources'''
:[http://orokos.com/roll/?action=roll Orokos] - Online Dice Roller.

:[https://roll20.net/compendium/dnd5e/BookIndex Roll 20] - 5e Online.

:[https://forum.rpg.net/showthread.php?709532-Grand-Central-Absences-Station Absences Thread] - If you can't post for whatever reason let us know here or in OOC.

----
[[D%26D_5e:_Against_the_Fathomless#Player_Characters| < < < Back to the Top]]

==Expectations==
'''Post Frequency'''

I am asking for a '''daily''' posting commitment for this game as a general rule, with the understanding that posting might be less frequent on weekends and holidays. Meatworld being what it is, this generally averages to 3-4 GM updates per week.
:'''Note:''' if 24-36 hours have gone by since my last GM update, I may post a new update, even if all players have not posted, to maintain momentum.

:This is sometimes just the most expedient path forward given the medium and the constraints of communicating over real distances rather than across a table.

----
[[D%26D_5e:_Against_the_Fathomless#Player_Characters| < < < Back to the Top]]

'''Post Absences'''

If you will ''not'' be able to post, for whatever reason, please ping us in OOC so we know what is going on or post to the [https://forum.rpg.net/showthread.php?709532-Grand-Central-Absences-Station Absences Thread] (I pretty much check that thing every time it lights up).

----
[[D%26D_5e:_Against_the_Fathomless#Player_Characters| < < < Back to the Top]]

''' Post Formatting'''

Please include the following header at the top of each IC Post:
:'''Character Name''' || AC || '''HP Current/Max''' || Spell DC || '''Inspiration Y/N'''

Similarly, please observe the following guidelines when composing your IC posts:
* Please '''bold''' your character's name at the top of each IC post or '''bold''' the first instance of your character's name in the body of the post. We all game with lots of folk, sometimes with the same players in different games; this just makes it easier to keep track of which character we're addressing.

* If you are addressing another PC in your post it is helpful to '''bold''' their character name as well so it stands out for them.

* OOC blocks are fine for showing dice rolls and brief OOC comments directly related to a particular post. Please sblock if you need to include large blocks of text related to your IC post. All other OOC content should go in the OOC thread itself.

* Do not place action statements or dice rolls in the OOC Thread. I know from brutal experience that I will never keep up if you do. All action statements and dice rolls should go in the IC Thread [with dice rolls OOC Blocked].

* Please link all dice rolls back to your dice roller.

----
[[D%26D_5e:_Against_the_Fathomless#Player_Characters| < < < Back to the Top]]

==House Rules==
'''Initiative'''

One of the things that makes D&D tricky to run for PBP games is the importance initiative order can have.

Posting by initiative order (whether rolled or static) can bring a PBP game to a grinding halt, so I don't follow that format.

Ideally, everyone posts their actions (incl. dice rolls - I'd rather you roll and not need it than not roll and need it) as they have time to come online and make a post, and then I roll NPC/Monster actions during the update and sort out who did what when by looking at static initiative bonuses and compose my update around that turn order.

I will also look at what is being declared and make it all work as much in favor of the players as possible. No shenanigans where you lose your turn chopping at an enemy somebody else killed already or having the wizard flamebroil another PC with their fireball for rushing in, etc.

This does rob y'all of the tactical mini-game that having an initiative order encourages, but it keeps the game flowing, and to my mind that alone makes it worth it.

:'''Note:''' I will do my best to be sure you guys have the necessary information to resolve your own rolls in combat scenes (AC/HP/Saves etc) to ensure things go as smooth and hitch free as we can manage.

:'''Note:''' For those folk who get bonuses for specific initiative-centric builds/feats/etc, I'll work out a satisfactory equivalent with you before play starts.

----
[[D%26D_5e:_Against_the_Fathomless#Player_Characters| < < < Back to the Top]]

'''Inspiration'''

Instead of the hoop jumping suggested for this oft forgotten resource, I prefer if inspiration instead just refreshes every short and long rest.
*You can only ever have one at a time.
*Players may donate their inspiration to another player who has none if they wish.

----
[[D%26D_5e:_Against_the_Fathomless#Player_Characters| < < < Back to the Top]]

==PVP==
While there is the potential for player vs player conflict in any game, I prefer not to run games that lean heavily to that assumption. Games like that simply do not need a GM, and I would much rather spend my time running games that ''do'' need a GM.

'''For reference, what I consider PVP basically amounts to this:''' ''If an action would require dice to affect an NPC, then it counts as PVP to use against a PC''.

So disagreements, trash talking, indirect actions that might affect another character but aren't made directly against that character are all potentially on the table with the caveat that if something just makes the game not fun for someone that we respect that and steer clear.
----
If you want to do something that directly acts against another player's character, proceed based on the following criteria:
: '''Unilateral Permission:''' The other player agrees to your action. No rolls are needed. Just RP it out.
: '''Limited Permission:''' The other player doesn't agree that it is an automatic thing, but does agree to let the math rocks decide. Roll it out. If initiative is a concern, I will handle that case by case.
: '''Declined Permission:''' The other player does not agree to PVP. Move on with something else.

----
[[D%26D_5e:_Against_the_Fathomless#Player_Characters| < < < Back to the Top]]

D&D 5e: Against the Fathomless

2024-10-03T17:48:44Z

Brahnamin: /* Chargen Rules */

__NOTOC__
=A Planescape Adventure for 5e=
[[File:Planescape0003.png|center|400px]]

==Player Characters==
Please link your character sheet to your character's name. It can be a wiki page or an offsite sheet so long as I can open it without having to sign in anywhere.

*'''Character Name''' Played by:
*'''Character Name''' Played by:
*'''Character Name''' Played by:
*'''Character Name''' Played by:
*'''Character Name''' Played by:

==Chargen Rules==
Go [[Fathomless:_Character_Generation|'''HERE''']] for Chargen rules and guidelines.

=Metagame Tools=

'''Threads'''
: Development Thread

: OOC Thread

: IC Thread

----
[[D%26D_5e:_Against_the_Fathomless#Player_Characters| < < < Back to the Top]]

'''Resources'''
:[http://orokos.com/roll/?action=roll Orokos] - Online Dice Roller.

:[https://roll20.net/compendium/dnd5e/BookIndex Roll 20] - 5e Online.

:[https://forum.rpg.net/showthread.php?709532-Grand-Central-Absences-Station Absences Thread] - If you can't post for whatever reason let us know here or in OOC.

----
[[D%26D_5e:_Against_the_Fathomless#Player_Characters| < < < Back to the Top]]

==Expectations==
'''Post Frequency'''

I am asking for a '''daily''' posting commitment for this game as a general rule, with the understanding that posting might be less frequent on weekends and holidays. Meatworld being what it is, this generally averages to 3-4 GM updates per week.
:'''Note:''' if 24-36 hours have gone by since my last GM update, I may post a new update, even if all players have not posted, to maintain momentum.

:This is sometimes just the most expedient path forward given the medium and the constraints of communicating over real distances rather than across a table.

----
[[D%26D_5e:_Against_the_Fathomless#Player_Characters| < < < Back to the Top]]

'''Post Absences'''

If you will ''not'' be able to post, for whatever reason, please ping us in OOC so we know what is going on or post to the [https://forum.rpg.net/showthread.php?709532-Grand-Central-Absences-Station Absences Thread] (I pretty much check that thing every time it lights up).

----
[[D%26D_5e:_Against_the_Fathomless#Player_Characters| < < < Back to the Top]]

''' Post Formatting'''

Please include the following header at the top of each IC Post:
:'''Character Name''' || AC || '''HP Current/Max''' || Spell DC || '''Inspiration Y/N'''

Similarly, please observe the following guidelines when composing your IC posts:
* Please '''bold''' your character's name at the top of each IC post or '''bold''' the first instance of your character's name in the body of the post. We all game with lots of folk, sometimes with the same players in different games; this just makes it easier to keep track of which character we're addressing.

* If you are addressing another PC in your post it is helpful to '''bold''' their character name as well so it stands out for them.

* OOC blocks are fine for showing dice rolls and brief OOC comments directly related to a particular post. Please sblock if you need to include large blocks of text related to your IC post. All other OOC content should go in the OOC thread itself.

* Do not place action statements or dice rolls in the OOC Thread. I know from brutal experience that I will never keep up if you do. All action statements and dice rolls should go in the IC Thread [with dice rolls OOC Blocked].

* Please link all dice rolls back to your dice roller.

----
[[D%26D_5e:_Against_the_Fathomless#Player_Characters| < < < Back to the Top]]

==House Rules==
'''Initiative'''

One of the things that makes D&D tricky to run for PBP games is the importance initiative order can have.

Posting by initiative order (whether rolled or static) can bring a PBP game to a grinding halt, so I don't follow that format.

Ideally, everyone posts their actions (incl. dice rolls - I'd rather you roll and not need it than not roll and need it) as they have time to come online and make a post, and then I roll NPC/Monster actions during the update and sort out who did what when by looking at static initiative bonuses and compose my update around that turn order.

I will also look at what is being declared and make it all work as much in favor of the players as possible. No shenanigans where you lose your turn chopping at an enemy somebody else killed already or having the wizard flamebroil another PC with their fireball for rushing in, etc.

This does rob y'all of the tactical mini-game that having an initiative order encourages, but it keeps the game flowing, and to my mind that alone makes it worth it.

:'''Note:''' I will do my best to be sure you guys have the necessary information to resolve your own rolls in combat scenes (AC/HP/Saves etc) to ensure things go as smooth and hitch free as we can manage.

:'''Note:''' For those folk who get bonuses for specific initiative-centric builds/feats/etc, I'll work out a satisfactory equivalent with you before play starts.

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'''Inspiration'''

Instead of the hoop jumping suggested for this oft forgotten resource, I prefer if inspiration instead just refreshes every short and long rest.
*You can only ever have one at a time.
*Players may donate their inspiration to another player who has none if they wish.

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==PVP==
While there is the potential for player vs player conflict in any game, I prefer not to run games that lean heavily to that assumption. Games like that simply do not need a GM, and I would much rather spend my time running games that ''do'' need a GM.

'''For reference, what I consider PVP basically amounts to this:''' ''If an action would require dice to affect an NPC, then it counts as PVP to use against a PC''.

So disagreements, trash talking, indirect actions that might affect another character but aren't made directly against that character are all potentially on the table with the caveat that if something just makes the game not fun for someone that we respect that and steer clear.
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If you want to do something that directly acts against another player's character, proceed based on the following criteria:
: '''Unilateral Permission:''' The other player agrees to your action. No rolls are needed. Just RP it out.
: '''Limited Permission:''' The other player doesn't agree that it is an automatic thing, but does agree to let the math rocks decide. Roll it out. If initiative is a concern, I will handle that case by case.
: '''Declined Permission:''' The other player does not agree to PVP. Move on with something else.

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D&D 5e: Against the Fathomless

2024-10-03T17:42:36Z

Brahnamin: /* Player Characters */

D&D 5e: Against the Fathomless

2024-10-03T17:39:38Z

Brahnamin: /* Chargen Rules */

Fathomless: Character Generation

2024-10-03T17:38:48Z

Brahnamin:

__NOTOC__
[[D%26D_5e:_Against_the_Fathomless|< < < Back to Main Page]]

'''Limits'''
:No Artificers
:The Fathomless are unavailable as Warlock Patrons
:No non-class-related Pets; No Mounts
:PHB Races Only (Tasha's Ability Mods for Ancestry are still an option)
:PHB Backgrounds Only (Tasha's skill/tool/language swaps are still an option)
:We will not be using the Free-Feat house rule for this game.
:Healing potions are not available to purchase as standard gear.

'''Level:''' Characters start at '''L9'''

'''Attributes:''' Generate base attributes via Standard Array [15 14 13 12 10 8] or Customizing Variant [27 pts] (Both on PHB pp13).

Use PHB Ancestry Attribute Modifiers or Tasha's Ancestry Attribute Modifiers as you prefer.

Variant Human is available. Tasha's Custom Lineage is not.

'''Hit Points:''' Max HP + Double Con Mod for L1; Average HP + Regular Con Mod for L2 - L9.

'''Sub-Classes:''' Ask before using Tasha's or Xanathar's sources. Not opening this game to other sources.

'''Gear:''' Rather than nickel and diming the process, everyone may start with whatever non-magical/non-special-material armor they prefer (provided they are proficient in said armor), whatever non-magical weapons they want (again, must be proficient), a Holy Symbol or Spell Focus if appropriate, and whatever regular gear you want and can carry.

'''Wealth''' Additionally, you have 150 gold remaining after all purchases.

'''Magic Items'''
:'''Amulet of the Planes''' (Broken/Cursed)''':''' Each character bears a piece of this broken amulet and cannot be rid of it. Each piece functions as the amulet described in the DMG with the following limitations:
::Activating one piece activates all the pieces with the result/destination of the original activation.
::Once any piece of the amulet has been activated, no piece may be activated until after the completion of a short or long rest.
::The Mortal Realm (Prime Material Plane) cannot be reached by the broken amulet.

:'''Player's Choice: '''Choose one '''Rare''' or two '''Uncommon''' Magic Items from the DMG (no other sources please) with the following limitation: ''No items that allow levitation or flying.''

[[D%26D_5e:_Against_the_Fathomless|< < < Back to Main Page]]

Fathomless: Character Generation

2024-10-03T17:36:56Z

Brahnamin: Created page with "__NOTOC__ '''Limits''' :No Artificers :The Fathomless are unavailable as Warlock Patrons :No non-class-related Pets; No Mounts :PHB Races Only (Tasha's Ability Mods for Ancest..."

__NOTOC__
'''Limits'''
:No Artificers
:The Fathomless are unavailable as Warlock Patrons
:No non-class-related Pets; No Mounts
:PHB Races Only (Tasha's Ability Mods for Ancestry are still an option)
:PHB Backgrounds Only (Tasha's skill/tool/language swaps are still an option)
:We will not be using the Free-Feat house rule for this game.
:Healing potions are not available to purchase as standard gear.

'''Level:''' Characters start at '''L9'''

'''Attributes:''' Generate base attributes via Standard Array [15 14 13 12 10 8] or Customizing Variant [27 pts] (Both on PHB pp13).

Use PHB Ancestry Attribute Modifiers or Tasha's Ancestry Attribute Modifiers as you prefer.

Variant Human is available. Tasha's Custom Lineage is not.

'''Hit Points:''' Max HP + Double Con Mod for L1; Average HP + Regular Con Mod for L2 - L9.

'''Sub-Classes:''' Ask before using Tasha's or Xanathar's sources. Not opening this game to other sources.

'''Gear:''' Rather than nickel and diming the process, everyone may start with whatever non-magical/non-special-material armor they prefer (provided they are proficient in said armor), whatever non-magical weapons they want (again, must be proficient), a Holy Symbol or Spell Focus if appropriate, and whatever regular gear you want and can carry.

'''Wealth''' Additionally, you have 150 gold remaining after all purchases.

'''Magic Items'''
:'''Amulet of the Planes''' (Broken/Cursed)''':''' Each character bears a piece of this broken amulet and cannot be rid of it. Each piece functions as the amulet described in the DMG with the following limitations:
::Activating one piece activates all the pieces with the result/destination of the original activation.
::Once any piece of the amulet has been activated, no piece may be activated until after the completion of a short or long rest.
::The Mortal Realm (Prime Material Plane) cannot be reached by the broken amulet.

:'''Player's Choice: '''Choose one '''Rare''' or two '''Uncommon''' Magic Items from the DMG (no other sources please) with the following limitation: ''No items that allow levitation or flying.''

D&D 5e: Against the Fathomless

2024-10-03T17:35:32Z

Brahnamin: /* Chargen Rules */

__NOTOC__
=A Planescape Adventure for 5e=
[[File:Planescape0003.png|center|400px]]

==Player Characters==
*'''Character Name''' Played by:
*'''Character Name''' Played by:
*'''Character Name''' Played by:
*'''Character Name''' Played by:
*'''Character Name''' Played by:

==Chargen Rules==
Go [[Fathomless:_Character_Generation|'''HERE''']] for Chargen rules and guidelines.
'''Limits'''
:No Artificers
:The Fathomless are unavailable as Warlock Patrons
:No non-class-related Pets; No Mounts
:PHB Races Only (Tasha's Ability Mods for Ancestry are still an option)
:PHB Backgrounds Only (Tasha's skill/tool/language swaps are still an option)
:We will not be using the Free-Feat house rule for this game.
:Healing potions are not available to purchase as standard gear.

'''Level:''' Characters start at '''L9'''

'''Attributes:''' Generate base attributes via Standard Array [15 14 13 12 10 8] or Customizing Variant [27 pts] (Both on PHB pp13).

Use PHB Ancestry Attribute Modifiers or Tasha's Ancestry Attribute Modifiers as you prefer.

Variant Human is available. Tasha's Custom Lineage is not.

'''Hit Points:''' Max HP + Double Con Mod for L1; Average HP + Regular Con Mod for L2 - L9.

'''Sub-Classes:''' Ask before using Tasha's or Xanathar's sources. Not opening this game to other sources.

'''Gear:''' Rather than nickel and diming the process, everyone may start with whatever non-magical/non-special-material armor they prefer (provided they are proficient in said armor), whatever non-magical weapons they want (again, must be proficient), a Holy Symbol or Spell Focus if appropriate, and whatever regular gear you want and can carry.

'''Wealth''' Additionally, you have 150 gold remaining after all purchases.

'''Magic Items'''
:'''Amulet of the Planes''' (Broken/Cursed)''':''' Each character bears a piece of this broken amulet and cannot be rid of it. Each piece functions as the amulet described in the DMG with the following limitations:
::Activating one piece activates all the pieces with the result/destination of the original activation.
::Once any piece of the amulet has been activated, no piece may be activated until after the completion of a short or long rest.
::The Mortal Realm (Prime Material Plane) cannot be reached by the broken amulet.

:'''Player's Choice: '''Choose one '''Rare''' or two '''Uncommon''' Magic Items from the DMG (no other sources please) with the following limitation: ''No items that allow levitation or flying.''

D&D 5e: Against the Fathomless

2024-10-03T17:22:26Z

Brahnamin: /* Chargen Rules */

__NOTOC__
=A Planescape Adventure for 5e=
[[File:Planescape0003.png|center|400px]]

==Player Characters==
*'''Character Name''' Played by:
*'''Character Name''' Played by:
*'''Character Name''' Played by:
*'''Character Name''' Played by:
*'''Character Name''' Played by:

==Chargen Rules==
'''Limits'''
:No Artificers
:The Fathomless are unavailable as Warlock Patrons
:No non-class-related Pets; No Mounts
:PHB Races Only (Tasha's Ability Mods for Ancestry are still an option)
:PHB Backgrounds Only (Tasha's skill/tool/language swaps are still an option)
:We will not be using the Free-Feat house rule for this game.
:Healing potions are not available to purchase as standard gear.

'''Level:''' Characters start at '''L9'''

'''Attributes:''' Generate base attributes via Standard Array [15 14 13 12 10 8] or Customizing Variant [27 pts] (Both on PHB pp13).

Use PHB Ancestry Attribute Modifiers or Tasha's Ancestry Attribute Modifiers as you prefer.

Variant Human is available. Tasha's Custom Lineage is not.

'''Hit Points:''' Max HP + Double Con Mod for L1; Average HP + Regular Con Mod for L2 - L9.

'''Gear:''' Rather than nickel and diming the process, everyone may start with whatever non-magical/non-special-material armor they prefer (provided they are proficient in said armor), whatever non-magical weapons they want (again, must be proficient), a Holy Symbol or Spell Focus if appropriate, and whatever regular gear you want and can carry.

'''Wealth''' Additionally, you have 150 gold remaining after all purchases.

'''Magic Items'''
:'''Amulet of the Planes''' (Broken/Cursed)''':''' Each character bears a piece of this broken amulet and cannot be rid of it. Each piece functions as the amulet described in the DMG with the following limitations:
::Activating one piece activates all the pieces with the result/destination of the original activation.
::Once any piece of the amulet has been activated, no piece may be activated until after the completion of a short or long rest.
::The Mortal Realm (Prime Material Plane) cannot be reached by the broken amulet.

:'''Player's Choice: '''Choose one '''Rare''' or two '''Uncommon''' Magic Items from the DMG (no other sources please) with the following limitation: ''No items that allow levitation or flying.''

D&D 5e: Against the Fathomless

2024-10-03T17:21:13Z

Brahnamin: /* Chargen Rules */

__NOTOC__
=A Planescape Adventure for 5e=
[[File:Planescape0003.png|center|400px]]

==Player Characters==
*'''Character Name''' Played by:
*'''Character Name''' Played by:
*'''Character Name''' Played by:
*'''Character Name''' Played by:
*'''Character Name''' Played by:

==Chargen Rules==
'''Limits'''
:No Artificers
:The Fathomless are unavailable as Warlock Patrons
:No non-class-related Pets; No Mounts
:PHB Races Only (Tasha's Ability Mods for Ancestry are still an option)
:PHB Backgrounds Only (Tasha's skill/tool/language swaps are still an option)
:We will not be using the Free-Feat house rule for this game.
:Healing potions are not available to purchase as standard gear.

'''Level:''' Characters start at '''L9'''

'''Attributes:''' Generate base attributes via Standard Array [15 14 13 12 10 8] or Customizing Variant [27 pts] (Both on PHB pp13).

Use PHB Ancestry Attribute Modifiers or Tasha's Ancestry Attribute Modifiers as you prefer.

Variant Human is available. Tasha's Custom Lineage is not.

'''Hit Points:''' Max HP + Double Con Mod for L1; Average HP + Regular Con Mod for L2 - L9.

'''Gear:''' Rather than nickel and diming the process, everyone may start with whatever non-magical/non-special-material armor they prefer (provided they are proficient in said armor), whatever non-magical weapons they want (again, must be proficient), a Holy Symbol or Spell Focus if appropriate, and whatever regular gear you want and can carry.

'''Wealth''' Additionally, you have 150 gold remaining after all purchases.

'''Magic Items'''
:'''Amulet of the Planes''' (Broken/Cursed)''':''' Each character bears a piece of this broken amulet and cannot be rid of it. Each piece functions as the amulet described in the DMG with the following limitations:
::Activating one piece activates all the pieces with the result/destination of the original activation.
::Once any piece of the amulet has been activated, no piece may be activated until after the completion of a short or long rest.
::The Mortal Realm (Prime Material Plane) cannot be reached by the broken amulet.

:'''Player's Choice:'''Choose one '''Rare''' or two '''Uncommon''' Magic Items from the DMG (no other sources please) with the following limitation: ''No items that allow levitation or flying.''

D&D 5e: Against the Fathomless

2024-10-03T17:20:43Z

Brahnamin: /* Chargen Rules */

__NOTOC__
=A Planescape Adventure for 5e=
[[File:Planescape0003.png|center|400px]]

==Player Characters==
*'''Character Name''' Played by:
*'''Character Name''' Played by:
*'''Character Name''' Played by:
*'''Character Name''' Played by:
*'''Character Name''' Played by:

==Chargen Rules==
'''Limits'''
:No Artificers
:The Fathomless are unavailable as Warlock Patrons
:No non-class-related Pets; No Mounts
:PHB Races Only (Tasha's Ability Mods for Ancestry are still an option)
:PHB Backgrounds Only (Tasha's skill/tool/language swaps are still an option)
:We will not be using the Free-Feat house rule for this game.
:Healing potions are not available to purchase as standard gear.

'''Level:''' Characters start at '''L9'''

'''Attributes:''' Generate base attributes via Standard Array [15 14 13 12 10 8] or Customizing Variant [27 pts] (Both on PHB pp13).

Use PHB Ancestry Attribute Modifiers or Tasha's Ancestry Attribute Modifiers as you prefer.

Variant Human is available. Tasha's Custom Lineage is not.

'''Hit Points:''' Max HP + Double Con Mod for L1; Average HP + Regular Con Mod for L2 - L9.

'''Gear:''' Rather than nickel and diming the process, everyone may start with whatever non-magical/non-special-material armor they prefer (provided they are proficient in said armor), whatever non-magical weapons they want (again, must be proficient), a Holy Symbol or Spell Focus if appropriate, and whatever regular gear you want and can carry.

'''Wealth''' Additionally, you have 150 gold remaining after all purchases.

'''Magic Items'''
:'''Amulet of the Planes''' (Broken/Cursed)''':''' Each character bears a piece of this broken amulet and cannot be rid of it. Each piece functions as the amulet described in the DMG with the following limitations:
::Activating one piece activates all the pieces with the result/destination of the original activation.
::Once any piece of the amulet has been activated, no piece may be activated until after the completion of a short or long rest.
::The Mortal Realm (Prime Material Plane) cannot be reached by the broken amulet.

'''Player's Choice:'''Choose one '''Rare''' or two '''Uncommon''' Magic Items from the DMG (no other sources please) with the following limitation: ''No items that allow levitation or flying.''

D&D 5e: Against the Fathomless

2024-10-03T17:19:55Z

Brahnamin: /* Chargen Rules */

__NOTOC__
=A Planescape Adventure for 5e=
[[File:Planescape0003.png|center|400px]]

==Player Characters==
*'''Character Name''' Played by:
*'''Character Name''' Played by:
*'''Character Name''' Played by:
*'''Character Name''' Played by:
*'''Character Name''' Played by:

==Chargen Rules==
'''Limits'''
:No Artificers
:The Fathomless are unavailable as Warlock Patrons
:No non-class-related Pets; No Mounts
:PHB Races Only (Tasha's Ability Mods for Ancestry are still an option)
:PHB Backgrounds Only (Tasha's skill/tool/language swaps are still an option)
:We will not be using the Free-Feat house rule for this game.
:Healing potions are not available to purchase as standard gear.

'''Level:''' Characters start at '''L9'''

'''Attributes:''' Generate base attributes via Standard Array [15 14 13 12 10 8] or Customizing Variant [27 pts] (Both on PHB pp13).

Use PHB Ancestry Attribute Modifiers or Tasha's Ancestry Attribute Modifiers as you prefer.

Variant Human is available. Tasha's Custom Lineage is not.

'''Hit Points:''' Max HP + Double Con Mod for L1; Average HP + Regular Con Mod for L2 - L9.

'''Gear:''' Rather than nickel and diming the process, everyone may start with whatever non-magical/non-special-material armor they prefer (provided they are proficient in said armor), whatever non-magical weapons they want (again, must be proficient), a Holy Symbol or Spell Focus if appropriate, and whatever regular gear you want and can carry.

'''Wealth''' Additionally, you have 150 gold remaining after all purchases.

'''Magic Items'''
:'''Amulet of the Planes''' (Broken/Cursed)''':''' Each character bears a piece of this broken amulet and cannot be rid of it. Each piece functions as the amulet described in the DMG with the following limitations:
:Activating one piece activates all the pieces with the result/destination of the original activation.
:Once any piece of the amulet has been activated, no piece may be activated until after the completion of a short or long rest.
:The Mortal Realm (Prime Material Plane) cannot be reached by the broken amulet.

'''Player's Choice:'''Choose one '''Rare''' or two '''Uncommon''' Magic Items from the DMG (no other sources please) with the following limitation: ''No items that allow levitation or flying.''

D&D 5e: Against the Fathomless

2024-10-03T17:15:38Z

Brahnamin: /* Chargen Rules */

__NOTOC__
=A Planescape Adventure for 5e=
[[File:Planescape0003.png|center|400px]]

==Player Characters==
*'''Character Name''' Played by:
*'''Character Name''' Played by:
*'''Character Name''' Played by:
*'''Character Name''' Played by:
*'''Character Name''' Played by:

==Chargen Rules==
'''Limits'''
:No Artificers
:The Fathomless are unavailable as Warlock Patrons
:No non-class-related Pets; No Mounts
:PHB Races Only (Tasha's Ability Mods for Ancestry are still an option)
:PHB Backgrounds Only (Tasha's skill/tool/language swaps are still an option)
:We will not be using the Free-Feat house rule for this game.
:Healing potions are not available to purchase as standard gear.

'''Level:''' Characters start at '''L9'''

'''Attributes:''' Generate base attributes via Standard Array [15 14 13 12 10 8] or Customizing Variant [27 pts] (Both on PHB pp13).

Use PHB Ancestry Attribute Modifiers or Tasha's Ancestry Attribute Modifiers as you prefer.

Variant Human is available. Tasha's Custom Lineage is not.

'''Hit Points:''' Max HP + Double Con Mod for L1; Average HP + Regular Con Mod for L2 - L9.

'''Gear:''' Rather than nickel and diming the process, everyone may start with whatever non-magical/non-special-material armor they prefer (provided they are proficient in said armor), whatever non-magical weapons they want (again, must be proficient), a Holy Symbol or Spell Focus if appropriate, and whatever regular gear you want and can carry.

'''Wealth''' Additionally, you have 150 gold to spend as you like (observing the limits listed above re: healing potions, pets, and mounts).

'''Magic Items'''
:'''Amulet of the Planes''' (Broken/Cursed)''':''' Each character bears a piece of this broken amulet and cannot be rid of it.Each piece functions as the amulet described in the DMG with the following limitations:
:Activating one piece activates all the pieces with the result/destination of the original activation.
:Once any piece of the amulet has been activated, no piece may be activated until after the completion of a short or long rest.
:The Mortal Realm (Prime Material Plane) cannot be reached by the broken amulet.

'''Player's Choice:'''Choose one '''Rare''' or two '''Uncommon''' Magic Items from the DMG (no other sources please) with the following limitation: ''No items that allow levitation or flying.''

D&D 5e: Against the Fathomless

2024-10-03T17:09:08Z

Brahnamin: /* Chargen Rules */

__NOTOC__
=A Planescape Adventure for 5e=
[[File:Planescape0003.png|center|400px]]

==Player Characters==
*'''Character Name''' Played by:
*'''Character Name''' Played by:
*'''Character Name''' Played by:
*'''Character Name''' Played by:
*'''Character Name''' Played by:

==Chargen Rules==
'''Limits'''
:No Artificers
:The Fathomless are unavailable as Warlock Patrons
:No non-class-related Pets; No Mounts
:PHB Races Only (Tasha's Ability Mods for Ancestry are still an option)
:PHB Backgrounds Only (Tasha's skill/tool/language swaps are still an option)
:We will not be using the Free-Feat house rule for this game.
:Healing potions are not available to purchase as standard gear.

'''Level:''' Characters start at '''L9'''

'''Attributes:''' Generate base attributes via Standard Array [15 14 13 12 10 8] or Customizing Variant [27 pts] (Both on PHB pp13).

Use PHB Ancestry Attribute Modifiers or Tasha's Ancestry Attribute Modifiers as you prefer.

Variant Human is available. Tasha's Custom Lineage is not.

'''Hit Points:''' Max HP +Double Con Mod for L1; Average HP + Regular Con Mod for L2 - L9.

'''Gear:''' Rather than nickel and diming the process, everyone may start with whatever non-magical/non-special-material armor they prefer (provided they are proficient in said armor), whatever non-magical weapons they want (again, must be proficient), a Holy Symbol or Spell Focus if appropriate, and whatever regular gear you want and can carry.

'''Wealth''' Additionally, you have 150 gold to spend as you like (observing the limits listed above re: healing potions, pets, and mounts).

'''Magic Items'''
:'''Amulet of the Planes''' (Broken/Cursed)''':''' Each character bears a piece of this broken amulet and cannot be rid of it.Each piece functions as the amulet described in the DMG with the following limitations:
:Activating one piece activates all the pieces with the result/destination of the original activation.
:Once any piece of the amulet has been activated, no piece may be activated until after the completion of a short or long rest.
:The Mortal Realm (Prime Material Plane) cannot be reached by the broken amulet.

'''Player's Choice:'''Choose one '''Rare''' or two '''Uncommon''' Magic Items from the DMG (no other sources please) with the following limitation: ''No items that allow levitation or flying.''