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09-22-2010, 02:32 AM
taggart6

Make it happen! I'm down for sailing the salt seas of Dark Sun.
09-22-2010, 06:14 AM
SewerUrchin

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Originally Posted by Lee_T

I've just started a new game this week end in Eberron. I asked what was missing in the band and ended up with a Cleric (supporting a Paladin, a Psion and what I think was a Seeker, "ranged DPS" was the vibe I got, this particular group is heavily influenced by MMOs and it shows some times). That will be interesting as it was among my favorite class back in the heydays and became Rogue fanatic with 3rd ed. Each time I have an opportunity to play the 4th ed. I take something I've stopped playing because of unwieldy rules, so far it's been a fun experience.

Eberron is my gaming campaign of choice. I love the setting! I hope you enjoy yourself. There is so much cool stuff in the setting that I hope your group doesn't get too caught up in the MMO level grind and focuses on the story being told, at least a little.

Let me know if you need anything when it comes to setting info or whatever. I have been playing and running Eberron for years now and am always looking for a reason to talk about it. Happy healing.
09-22-2010, 10:19 AM
taggart6

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Originally Posted by SewerUrchin

Eberron is my gaming campaign of choice. I love the setting! I hope you enjoy yourself. There is so much cool stuff in the setting that I hope your group doesn't get too caught up in the MMO level grind and focuses on the story being told, at least a little.

Let me know if you need anything when it comes to setting info or whatever. I have been playing and running Eberron for years now and am always looking for a reason to talk about it. Happy healing.

When are some new specialty Warforged components gonna be released? It looks like you can pretty much make what ever you want, but it would be nice to see Wizards release a new official addendum to it. Even an article in Dungeon magazine would be nice.
09-22-2010, 10:51 AM
Kamakazie

Okay, the new DDI article which inspired me was in regards to hunters on Athas so I got to thinking... Monster Hunter... D&D?!

Yeah, it's gonna be awesome.
09-22-2010, 10:58 AM
SewerUrchin

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Originally Posted by taggart6

When are some new specialty Warforged components gonna be released? It looks like you can pretty much make what ever you want, but it would be nice to see Wizards release a new official addendum to it. Even an article in Dungeon magazine would be nice.

Eberron support is sadly not a major priority of Wizard's. They publish online content in the form of an article every month or so. As for new component info, I would suggest looking into 3.5 Eberron books and converting if you want additional support.
09-22-2010, 10:59 AM
SewerUrchin

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Originally Posted by Kamakazie

Okay, the new DDI article which inspired me was in regards to hunters on Athas so I got to thinking... Monster Hunter... D&D?!

Yeah, it's gonna be awesome.

I thought the same thing despite not ever having played Monster Hunter but for like 5 minutes. I should really do that...which one should I play?
09-22-2010, 12:09 PM
taggart6

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Originally Posted by SewerUrchin

I thought the same thing despite not ever having played Monster Hunter but for like 5 minutes. I should really do that...which one should I play?

What consoles do you own?

There are games for the PS2, Wii, PSP, and an online Japanese PC version.

I have the wii copy and I find it fantastic. I would highly suggest it. The online is free and the play value is immense.
09-22-2010, 12:13 PM
taggart6

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Originally Posted by SewerUrchin

Eberron support is sadly not a major priority of Wizard's. They publish online content in the form of an article every month or so. As for new component info, I would suggest looking into 3.5 Eberron books and converting if you want additional support.

Yeah I have that, but it would be nice to still see some new ideas.
09-22-2010, 04:18 PM
Kamakazie

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Originally Posted by SewerUrchin

I thought the same thing despite not ever having played Monster Hunter but for like 5 minutes. I should really do that...which one should I play?

It is highly repetitive and it takes a while to get interesting, but the combat is fun and rewarding. I say get started with Monster Hunter Tri on Wii and make sure you're playing with a Classic Controller (or Classic Controller Pro).
09-22-2010, 04:36 PM
taggart6

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Originally Posted by Kamakazie

It is highly repetitive and it takes a while to get interesting, but the combat is fun and rewarding. I say get started with Monster Hunter Tri on Wii and make sure you're playing with a Classic Controller (or Classic Controller Pro).

It takes about 1 to 3 hours (depending on how quick you pick up) of Single Player Mode to get the basics and feel for the game. Eventually you can move on to online play which is pretty straightforward and offers some unique missions and rewards every week.

In fact, I got my special Sharq Lance a few months back from a special online quest :

http://monsterhunter.wikia.com/wiki/Sharq_Attaq
09-22-2010, 07:13 PM
Lee_T

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Originally Posted by SewerUrchin

Eberron is my gaming campaign of choice. I love the setting! I hope you enjoy yourself.

Thanks, I don't know the setting at all as I've stopped playing 3/3.5 right about the time it went on the shelves. It's all new to me.

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There is so much cool stuff in the setting that I hope your group doesn't get too caught up in the MMO level grind and focuses on the story being told, at least a little.

Thankfully they're not like that. The GM is an old school RPGer and the group, while heavily into MMO, plays pen & paper for the very reason that it can do things an MMO can't do. However their MMO "roots" do show in their lingo and combat approach a lot.

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Let me know if you need anything when it comes to setting info or whatever. I have been playing and running Eberron for years now and am always looking for a reason to talk about it. Happy healing.

All I know right now is that my character is a Cleric of Dol Dorn (I don't know who that is, we didn't have much time before the game so I've let the GM build the character). We're enlisted in Breland's army during a conflict with Mournland but the campaign seems based mostly on politics and corruption (at least the first session revolved around that, no battles so far).
09-22-2010, 10:00 PM
SewerUrchin

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Originally Posted by Lee_T

All I know right now is that my character is a Cleric of Dol Dorn (I don't know who that is, we didn't have much time before the game so I've let the GM build the character). We're enlisted in Breland's army during a conflict with Mournland but the campaign seems based mostly on politics and corruption (at least the first session revolved around that, no battles so far).

That could definitely work out as a fun game. If you are interested in pouring through tons of info, check this link out for a list of links that I compiled (I am Talae over there).

At a quick glance, the intro to Eberron and the Grand History of Eberron are two good resources to start with.

Those boards have some decent conversations from time to time too. Also, the author himself makes a regular appearance to answer questions and give his take on situations (Keith Baker goes by Hellcow around the internet).
09-25-2010, 12:27 PM
SewerUrchin

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Originally Posted by taggart6

What consoles do you own?

There are games for the PS2, Wii, PSP, and an online Japanese PC version.

I have the wii copy and I find it fantastic. I would highly suggest it. The online is free and the play value is immense.

For this, I have a PSP and a Wii. I actually have the one for PSP and never got around to playing it. I may pick up the Wii version so that I can play on the bigger screen though.
09-26-2010, 06:00 PM
Lee_T

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Originally Posted by SewerUrchin

At a quick glance, the intro to Eberron and the Grand History of Eberron are two good resources to start with.

Thanks, I'll check them out, the Grand History is a very impressive document. I think I may have the 3.5 first Eberron book laying somewhere, is it worth reading as an introduction?
09-27-2010, 01:14 AM
SewerUrchin

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Originally Posted by Lee_T

Thanks, I'll check them out, the Grand History is a very impressive document. I think I may have the 3.5 first Eberron book laying somewhere, is it worth reading as an introduction?

3.5 Eberron and 4e Eberron are the same Eberron. 4e just filled in the blanks where needed. Also, the 3.5 campaign setting is a good read. Honestly, I personally find them all a good read.

As for the Grand History, that guy put a ton of work in. Very impressive indeed.
10-05-2010, 02:40 PM
Kamakazie

Taggart (and anyone else interested), how do you feel about doing something next Thursday evening?
10-05-2010, 06:38 PM
taggart6

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Originally Posted by Kamakazie

Taggart (and anyone else interested), how do you feel about doing something next Thursday evening?

I'm traveling all this week so this coming Thursday is out. But I could do this coming Sunday or some time next week. I also got 2 to 3 people up for playing online as well and they are all awesome gamer folk. Shoot, one is even FEMALE!?!?!?!? :gasp:
10-05-2010, 06:56 PM
Kamakazie

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Originally Posted by taggart6

I'm traveling all this week so this coming Thursday is out. But I could do this coming Sunday or some time next week. I also got 2 to 3 people up for playing online as well and they are all awesome gamer folk. Shoot, one is even FEMALE!?!?!?!? :gasp:

Next Thursday as in 10/14.
10-05-2010, 09:44 PM
taggart6

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Originally Posted by Kamakazie

Next Thursday as in 10/14.

What time? Sunday earlier morning generally tends to work better for me.
10-07-2010, 05:46 PM
taggart6

*bump*
10-07-2010, 10:57 PM
Kamakazie

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e1j4MZerR7Q This is a commercial for D&D 4e. It is appearing on TV. It is awesome.

Anyway, it would be after work, probably about 7 or 8pm and last for a few hours.
10-07-2010, 11:30 PM
taggart6

I'll have to see. I might not be able to get on till 6pm Pacific Time. How many people do you have lined up? My buds don't get out of work till late so they probably won't be to make it.
10-08-2010, 01:07 AM
Kamakazie

Got at least one on-board already. Also going to try to use something different than MapTools this time around:

http://dl.dropbox.com/u/91198/Untitled.jpg
10-08-2010, 10:49 AM
taggart6

I'll need a copy of that. Is it free?
10-08-2010, 11:03 AM
Kamakazie

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Originally Posted by taggart6

I'll need a copy of that. Is it free?

Let's just say, check your Dropbox.

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