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Brahnamin: /* PVP */

2023-10-10T16:00:53Z

PVP

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

	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.		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.

Brahnamin: /* Resource Bidding */

2023-10-10T15:59:06Z

Resource Bidding

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	If my GMC is willing (presuming I have the PP to burn) to spend enough GMPP 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 my GMC is willing (presuming I have the PP to burn) to spend enough GMPP 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 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, if any. 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.		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.

Brahnamin: /* Resource Bidding */

2023-10-10T15:56:24Z

Resource Bidding

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	==Resource Bidding==		==Resource Bidding==
	PBP format doesn't lend itself to Player/GM back and forth, so I do my best to avoid ~~that as much as possible~~. 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/HD you are willing to spend (if any) to succeed on the roll. I will do my best to make sure those resources are spent as economically as possible to achieve your desired outcome.		PBP format doesn't lend itself to 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/HD you are willing to spend (if any) to succeed on the roll. I will do my best to make sure those resources 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 GMPP 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 my GMC is willing (presuming I have the PP to burn) to spend enough GMPP 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).

Brahnamin: /* Player Expectations */

2023-10-10T15:53:50Z

Player Expectations

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	* Please '''bold''' your character's name at the top of each IC post <u>or</u> '''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.		* Please '''bold''' your character's name at the top of each IC post <u>or</u> '''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.		* 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.		* 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.

Brahnamin: /* Player Expectations */

2023-10-10T15:48:12Z

Player Expectations

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	Please observe the following guideline when composing your IC posts:		Please observe the following guideline when composing your IC posts:
	* Please '''bold''' your character's name at the top of each IC post <u>OR</u> ''''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.		* Please '''bold''' your character's name at the top of each IC post <u>or</u> '''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.		* 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.

Brahnamin: /* Player Expectations */

2023-10-10T15:47:35Z

Player Expectations

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	Please observe the following guideline when composing your IC posts:		Please observe the following guideline 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.		* Please '''bold''' your character's name at the top of each IC post <u>OR</u> ''''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.		* 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.

Brahnamin: /* Player Expectations */

2023-10-10T15:40:45Z

Player Expectations

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	==Player Expectations==		==Player Expectations==
	<u>'''Post Frequency'''</u>		<u>'''Post Frequency'''</u>

	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.		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.

	<u>'''Post Absences'''</u>		<u>'''Post Absences'''</u>

	You are more important than the game, so no worries when things come up, but if you will NOT be able to post, please ping us in OOC if you can so we know what is going on, or post to the <u>[https://forum.rpg.net/showthread.php?709532-Grand-Central-Absences-Station Absences Thread]</u> (I pretty much check that thing every time it lights up).		You are more important than the game, so no worries when things come up, but if you will NOT be able to post, please ping us in OOC if you can so we know what is going on, or post to the <u>[https://forum.rpg.net/showthread.php?709532-Grand-Central-Absences-Station Absences Thread]</u> (I pretty much check that thing every time it lights up).

	<u>'''Post Formatting'''</u>		<u>'''Post Formatting'''</u>

	Please observe the following guideline when composing your IC posts:		Please observe the following guideline 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.		* 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.

Brahnamin: /* Player Expectations */

2023-10-10T15:40:22Z

Player Expectations

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	==Player Expectations==		==Player Expectations==
	<u>'''Post Frequency'''</u>		<u>'''Post Frequency'''</u>
	* 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.		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.

	<u>'''Post Absences'''</u>		<u>'''Post Absences'''</u>
	* You are more important than the game, so no worries when things come up, but if you will NOT be able to post, please ping us in OOC if you can so we know what is going on, or post to the <u>[https://forum.rpg.net/showthread.php?709532-Grand-Central-Absences-Station Absences Thread]</u> (I pretty much check that thing every time it lights up).		You are more important than the game, so no worries when things come up, but if you will NOT be able to post, please ping us in OOC if you can so we know what is going on, or post to the <u>[https://forum.rpg.net/showthread.php?709532-Grand-Central-Absences-Station Absences Thread]</u> (I pretty much check that thing every time it lights up).

	<u>'''Post Formatting'''</u>		<u>'''Post Formatting'''</u>
			Please observe the following guideline 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.		* 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.

Brahnamin: /* PVP */

2023-10-10T15:37:54Z

PVP

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	==PVP==		==PVP==
	While there is the potential for ~~a fairly significant amount of~~ player vs player conflict, 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.		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:''' <u>''If an action would require dice to affect a GMC, then it counts as PVP to use against a PC''</u>		'''For reference, what I consider PVP basically amounts to this:''' <u>''If an action would require dice to affect a GMC, then it counts as PVP to use against a PC''</u>

Brahnamin: /* Resource Bidding */

2023-10-10T15:33:47Z

Resource Bidding

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	==Resource Bidding==		==Resource Bidding==
	PBP format doesn't lend itself to Player/GM back and forth, so I do my best to avoid that as much as possible. 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/HD 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.		PBP format doesn't lend itself to Player/GM back and forth, so I do my best to avoid that as much as possible. 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/HD you are willing to spend (if any) to succeed on the roll. I will do my best to make sure those resources 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 GMPP 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 my GMC is willing (presuming I have the PP to burn) to spend enough GMPP 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).