Posted by Runeslinger on October 22, 2010 · Leave a Comment
I have been seeing this idea to blog about 15 games which left a lasting impression, listed out in less than 15 minutes on many of my frequently read blogs. I usually don’t ride along with these sorts of thematic bandwagons, but this one – and the arc of similarities and differences from blog to … Continue reading →
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Posted by Runeslinger on October 21, 2010 · Leave a Comment
All For One: Regime Diabolique – Campaign Premise Turn and Turn Again This campaign seed is built on the idea of a one-year cycle, and will be influenced by the ideas that the world of the spirit and the world of steel and gunpowder have a very uneasy and convoluted relationship. The start date for … Continue reading →
Posted by Runeslinger on October 19, 2010 · Leave a Comment
I have just gotten back from a week away. Setting scheduled posts through WordPress before I left meant that for the entire time I was away, I didn’t have to spare a thought for gaming or related issues. Now that I am back, trying to clear the dust off that part of my brain, I … Continue reading →
Posted by Runeslinger on October 16, 2010 · Leave a Comment
All for One has inspired me, stoking the fires of imagination to a fever pitch, so this seed will also bear fruit for games of swords and the men who wield them for ideals, honour, and loyalty. The Seed: A quote often heard around the gaming table, and often abused by sword enthusiasts is “Hello! … Continue reading →
Posted by Runeslinger on October 13, 2010 · Leave a Comment
Character creation in Icons is simple, but limiting it to emulate the type of “super-empowerment” demonstrated in Heroes will add some complications to the process. Using the point build method will certainly make things easier for players, but with that route missing out on the mystery of what power they will have, and considering my … Continue reading →
Casting Shadows 