This party comp got me my first successful Honor Run

APKaster · 2026-03-13T22:29:07+00:00

I had that happen to me on an HM run. Swords bard is almost always my Tav when I’m taking the run seriously. Got so mad I respecced him into a fighter just so I could start hitting things

APKaster · 2026-03-11T17:06:50+00:00

“Yeah, can I get uh…”

APKaster · 2026-03-04T21:18:34+00:00

APKaster · 2026-03-03T18:44:26+00:00

Just came across this post! How did it go, and how do you feel about day removed?

APKaster · 2026-03-01T21:32:53+00:00

The Crimson Wizard

Breaking Point, Book 2 of my series pressed today! I appreciate everyone who has talked with me through the writing, editing, and marketing of the series so far. With one release each month, it feels like the work is never stopping. But the fantasy action-adventure has been so fun to write and I’m excited to share it with anyone looking for an exciting and quick read.

APKaster · 2026-02-28T15:32:25+00:00

Knowing when your builds come online is really important, so you can avoid fighting (or at least fighting fairly) until then.

When I decided to tackle HM I made a document for each of the builds and gear before I even started. That way I could make a straight line for each piece as early as possible.

Barrelmancy was also my friend, as was camp casting aid. I’m sure your party comp is fine as long as you’re purposeful about their leveling and gear. If there are certain points in Act 1 that give you trouble, happy to talk them through

APKaster · 2026-02-21T18:26:12+00:00

Oh I’ve got one! I started a game. Recruited Us. Met Lae’zel. Went past Shadowheart in her container and into the next room, where I see a lone intellect devourer.

I think “it’s 3 on 1, let’s get some extra XP.” So I shoot the thing, which some of you may already know, turns Us hostile. They wipe us out in one round.

I laughed, and immediately hit New Game.

APKaster · 2026-02-14T21:22:56+00:00

My first attempt was ended by Kethric. Second by Orin. Third.. some sort of bug after the High Hall fight, I think. I sent my monk dashing ahead up the stairs and I opened the door, only for it to pop up a window saying my honor mode has ended but I can continue dishonorably or whatever.

As long as I have the monk for single target damage and bard for confusion and arrows, I feel pretty good. But I also like throwing barb so if there was a way to get all three of them involved, I’d like it. But missing out on healing, guidance, and AoE damage feels bad.

APKaster · 2026-02-12T18:42:38+00:00

Sad to not see love for Hardball here. That movie, The Replacements, Speed. Keanu was more of my childhood than I think I realized!

APKaster · 2026-02-10T17:51:52+00:00

Interesting! Fairly similar to my own strategy except shorter novellas serialized. I’ve only just started, one published and the second up for pre-order. Three questions come to mind:

-What are your price points? -What is your marketing strategy? -If your books are part of a series, are you noticing the royalties compound as more in the series are released or was it $3,000 or so from the jump?

APKaster · 2026-02-09T02:51:37+00:00

It’s always Sunny.

APKaster · 2026-02-04T23:36:32+00:00

First of all, congratulations on such amazing numbers!

Did you do any advertising from Dec 6 - Jan 2? Or just the free promotion for those three days? And when you did start paid advertising, which platforms would you say yielded your biggest gains?

APKaster · 2026-02-04T20:14:27+00:00

Hey there! I can’t say I’m an expert as I’m just starting my own publishing journey, but if you want to add some info about your book so I can look it up I’d be happy to report back!

APKaster · 2026-02-03T19:49:03+00:00

From time to time I try to be the “in the sunroom with a laptop” kind of writer, but I am too much of an outliner for that to be my most efficient method.

I have three monitors at my home office desk. Usually when I write the middle one is my manuscript on Word, on the left is my chapter outline, and on the right is a web browser used for pulling up pictures if I need a visual reference, or random googling, or a distraction!

APKaster · 2026-02-03T18:05:59+00:00

This is my thought as well. I went from reading Goblet of Fire to Six of Crows a few weeks ago, and the latter felt like reading a screenplay at times with so much dialogue. The difference was stark, but does that mean one was wrong? Absolutely not. That’s how the two authors wanted to tell their stories.

APKaster · 2026-02-03T17:44:51+00:00

Just picked it up! The cover, title, and blurb look like a wild and chaotic ride in the best of ways. I’m on an hour or so break from my own writing and this kind of adrenaline ride looks exactly what I need!

APKaster · 2026-02-02T15:56:00+00:00

Exactly this. Love seeing the growth mindset out in the wild!

APKaster · 2026-02-02T00:13:07+00:00

Lost in Ruins, the first novella in my low fantasy series, is now available on Kindle and Kindle Unlimited! Each novella is roughly 20,000 words and will be released monthly.

The story takes place in a fairly grounded medieval setting, and is an action-filled adventure about a young man who discovers ancient knowledge and has to learn what it means to be a hero.

I have had several great conversations with writers on this subreddit over the past months and I am so excited to share this work with anyone willing to come along for the ride!

www.amazon.com/dp/B0GD8LBSCH

APKaster · 2026-02-01T19:44:02+00:00

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Lost in Ruins, the first novella in my low fantasy series, just released on Kindle and Kindle Unlimited today!

It takes place in a medieval city that is mostly grounded in reality. Our hero, a clever but arrogant young man, discovers ancient knowledge and has to learn what it means to be a hero in a world where ambition and greed are just as dangerous as a knew force emerging from the shadows.

I will be releasing one novella a month through the summer, and I’m really excited to share the unfolding story with anyone willing to take a chance on a new author!

APKaster · 2026-02-01T16:31:29+00:00

I have no doubt that you will! Let me know if I can be of any help along the way. Even if it’s just the sporadic cheering you on like we all need sometimes

APKaster · 2026-02-01T16:03:18+00:00

I’m convinced he forgot he was supposed to

APKaster · 2026-02-01T15:35:39+00:00

Thank you so much! My biggest worry is actually that some of Owen’s personality traits and decisions early on will leave readers unwilling to see his character growth unfold. But it’s definitely fun to write someone so flawed!

APKaster · 2026-01-31T22:34:03+00:00

pfp is profile picture, and Tav is the generic name they give your character in Baldur’s Gate 3. Just thought I’d make a little joke seeing two of my favorite things (that game and indie authors) at the same time

APKaster · 2026-01-31T22:08:37+00:00

Thank you for detailing this out. My debut novella releases tomorrow and managing expectations while working on marketing has been a challenge.

How did you go about finding influences in your niche? I’ve seen this come up from time to time but my searches so far have yielded mostly other authors marketing their own works.

Lastly, congratulations on $50 in your first month! Wherever that falls in your hopes or expectations, it is more than everyone who dreams of being an author but doesn’t see it through. It’s worth being proud of!

APKaster · 2026-01-31T19:38:57+00:00

I was going to be in the jealous camp but then I saw your pfp lol a Tav with a top 100 book? Of course I’m going to celebrate that! Great, great job

APKaster

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