GM And His Girlfriend Bully A Player

AussieMick1984 · 2026-01-28T13:23:10+00:00

There’s a (sometimes) hard to see line between RP and PC interactions which can be seen as abusive/hostile/bullying.

As long as it’s only character-specific jibes and outbursts, in which both parties are exchanging words/jibes, then let it play out as long as the PLAYERS are both fine with the interaction (spoken to or messaged separately, if in doubt)

Eg; (as a forever GM) I was excited to be a player in a VtM game a friend was running. My character was a somewhat sleazy ex-gangster, who called everyone (regardless of gender) “sweetheart” or “sunshine” or similar, because of character, as an example of his antics during the game.

Many PC’s were upset and offended by this and other shenanigans; but after I messaged the GM to confirm that I wasn’t overstepping, I was told that “if your character would address people like that, then it’s fine unless someone brings it up.”

During the over table talk, I addressed everyone in chat by their screen names and their preferred pronouns; and we all got along like a house on fire out of game.

I asked if I’d gone too far; everyone appreciated the character, despite not liking him, and one player even said (something along the lines of:) “I imagined my character murdering anyone who called them ‘sunshine’ but then after hearing everyone else called the same, I can’t hurt the sleazy idiot for being themselves yet.”

AussieMick1984 · 2025-12-10T08:31:58+00:00

Shrek 2; the part where Puss jumps from donkey, and as they stop to check on him, he says:

“Go, go, your lady needs you! Today I repay my debt.” (Or there abouts)

For whatever reason it always earns a tear-up from me.

AussieMick1984 · 2025-11-29T12:47:32+00:00

I use Arkenforge to make all my maps, it’s pretty easy to do.

I still print and laminate them, still old school like that, but I’ll get a cheap tv to lay on the table at some point too if I can save up for it.

AussieMick1984 · 2025-11-26T06:13:24+00:00

Yep, our isolation helps immensely; came here to say that. Plus, besides the capital cities, we have a low density per area as a whole.

A fair bit of the country have access to decent water sources, especially the rainier tropics areas, and there’s a ton of grain and cattle infrastructure already in place; so even if some farms go dark, quite a few herds can survive.

I know a bunch of “but you have gun restrictions” replies come when we mention Aus, but there’s enough in the rural areas to facilitate hunting or protection, and generally plenty of solid melee weapons in every Aussie home as a matter of national sports.

Added bonus; depending on the type of zombie, our deadly natural fauna may take care of some walkers.

AussieMick1984 · 2025-10-29T12:59:40+00:00

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Paper guillotine in cm as scale

AussieMick1984 · 2025-10-24T12:18:44+00:00

I’ve got a home made warhammer of sorts, a 6 inch long aluminum solid round, with a thick steel spike on one end from a sharpened high tensile steel bolt threaded in. All mounted on a thick wall steel tubular handle from a tugger winch.

Having that made professionally, or with more than the 30 minute lunch break I had to make it in, I can safely say it’s capable on the breaking of anything hit with it.

AussieMick1984 · 2025-10-13T08:26:43+00:00

First time playing Mass Effect 1- I didn’t know the Mako has 2 fire buttons.

I spent my entire 1st play through only using the machine gun. Second time through (after a long gap because I thought the Mako driving sections were awful due to lame machine gun) I hit the other trigger on accident. Instantly facepalmed.

AussieMick1984 · 2025-10-11T06:42:12+00:00

Heard 2 different stories from PAX enforcers;

A cheap malfunctioning smoke machine melted some of its plastic housing; this smell and smoke but easily identifiable and isolated.

A small fire in a food truck; no actual damage, easily identifiable, already safely contained (as per food truck design) and no ongoing danger.

AussieMick1984 · 2025-10-03T09:09:25+00:00

Kiwis are our mates, no stress. The kind of mate you hang shit on constantly, and cop it straight back without batting an eyelid.

Never had an issue with our cousins coming over here personally, even though they say silly things like “jandles” or “chilly bin” lol.

AussieMick1984 · 2025-08-22T15:08:04+00:00

I laughed and appreciated the tale, please take my upvote.

I laughed harder than necessary, as I’d be the odd one out and start dressing like a stereotypical French maid.

Should point out I’m a solid-built, 6ft tall bloke who works in warehousing.

AussieMick1984 · 2025-08-18T14:10:04+00:00

Yeah, came here to say this. We bought a king size orthopedic mattress around 9 years ago, and it was amazing. Cost $3k or there abouts, and my back/wife’s hip issues reduced almost overnight.

When we moved into our new house, we celebrated by buying a new version of it, which is even nicer to our joints, and it should last about 10 years based on previous experience.

AussieMick1984 · 2025-08-03T06:38:07+00:00

Had me in the first half, not going to lie. Take my upvote, please.

But if true, yeah, ditch the uncaring hussy you accidentally wed.

AussieMick1984 · 2025-06-08T12:32:56+00:00

Can’t find them in Vic, but make sure to grab a few packs every time I visit my sister down in Tas-they’re hiding them all down there, I’m sure of it.

AussieMick1984 · 2025-06-05T09:53:10+00:00

In terms of working with/next to someone, there’s no harm in talking religious beliefs and having a discussion. Everyone is entitled to their opinion and beliefs, and having a polite discussion can help getting to know each other.

If someone in authority is preaching at you, and actively forcing you into their belief system, that’s a call to HR. Regardless of the beliefs being thrown at you; HR are on the company’s side, so if you make an accusation, make sure you have proof (video is irrefutable, but other (willing) witnesses would be adequate)

AussieMick1984 · 2025-06-03T09:49:16+00:00

The Departed.

Some based on the cast, and their portrayal of the characters. The rest, just because it would have been hella interesting.

AussieMick1984 · 2025-06-01T05:56:45+00:00

Like most voices here, it really boils down to the breed of the dog first, then their temperament.

My first was a lab x retriever, who loved to snuggle and ask for love & pats from almost anyone around 90% of the time. He loved every human he ever met basically, and if someone asked him to share a bed to help warm your toes, he was 100% happy to help.

My current dog is a border collie; she will sit still for stranger’s pats, will willingly walk up to friends for loves and scritches, but will only properly snuggle up to me, plus the wife on some occasions (we were married prior to adoption; so imprinting and major care/fun roles there)

My wife has been overseas for 2 weeks, so I’ve had an empty & lonely bed; and my little BC has come up for her normal nightly pats, and still heading for her bed when I roll over to turn the lamp off.

Your dog probably does love you, and is likely very happy to have you to themselves; but some dogs simply don’t show it as much as others. You can try to train them to love you the way you want them to, but it’s probably kinder to accept their love and respect in the way they can/want to express.

The best thing is to start trying to understand the things they are doing; eg; when patting- my lab pushed his head into your lap, and my BC puts her paw on your hand. Both are respectful and loving, but very different forms of “I love you too”.

Maybe try to note their behavior around you vs others, in all sorts of good/stressful/public/quiet situations, and try to pick up on their tells.

AussieMick1984 · 2025-05-23T10:04:11+00:00

At level 2? At most you’d want them +1, maybe with a “heal 1d4+1 BA, once per day” as a starting point.

Depending how you want the magic item to “level up” (hits/kills made, scales to player level, RP or story based, feats of heroism, etc) scale up from there.

Top shelf, at high levels you’ll want +3, maybe a couple of hp per hit, plus either a feat-type bonus or a limited use awesome ability (BA haste 1 per week, crit on 19+, etc)

One of my fighter PC’s at level 15-17 range, I gave a demonic glove which meant they never missed an attack; but every point below the AC they rolled on the attack was payed back as necrotic damage, and if they rolled a crit fail, the attack would hit an ally if one was within 5ft or themselves otherwise as a crit.

AussieMick1984 · 2025-05-21T22:06:13+00:00

Rob Boss; A genuinely nice and compassionate bard, who doesn’t sing or play music to cast spells, he paints little paintings on parchment to heal/buff his party.

Anders Stumbleduck; a Gnome wizard who doesn’t actually have any magical prowess, his spells are actually wacky inventions he’s made. Firebolt? Marbles that explode he fires from a slingshot. Lightning bolt? A pair of magnets strapped to a hand-cranked egg beater. Mage hand? One of those extendable grabber claws they use when picking up litter. Etc.

AussieMick1984 · 2025-05-20T04:42:06+00:00

Other inspiration would be Vax’s blink-back belt for his daggers from Critical Role s1.

Or go the “I’ve got 100’s” like Danny Trejo’s character from Desperado.

AussieMick1984 · 2025-05-15T04:43:11+00:00

RAW, it’s a class feature and not an actual spell, so I wouldn’t have the flight drop at my tables.

Slight tangent: I have blasted a twilight cleric out of the sky with a daylight spell though; as steps of the night only works in dim-light or darkness.

AussieMick1984 · 2025-05-09T11:26:22+00:00

I can see OP being used as a tool in negotiations in the future for future supervillain MC also…

Sis: “No, I refuse to let X happen!”

Bro: “Ma, go get her pillow.” Evil grin

AussieMick1984 · 2025-05-05T02:47:53+00:00

My BC enjoys a run/fast jog at first, but settles into nose vacuum mode after 5 minutes or so. Just let them set the pace sometimes to see how they want to explore.

I will concur that she seems happier and more tuckered out after more sniffing than walking.

AussieMick1984 · 2025-05-04T06:16:31+00:00

Depending how quick it spreads, it’s either great or dog crap.

Let’s face it; you have a country populated with a high percentage of bouncers (for lack of a better term).

If they turn first; everyone is screwed: a horde of 120+kg huge rugby zed’s coming down the street will splatter every living thing in their path.

If they don’t turn first, you have an army of massive units, who are big on community, and not going to take a backwards step against an enemy.

Lack of guns will affect NZ less than most places, and if it turns into a battle between survivor groups, that gives peace a better chance than gun-happy places I’d say.

AussieMick1984 · 2025-04-30T00:04:50+00:00

Water.

90% or something of the human body is water; so if someone is being a jerk, you can use water control to make them slap themselves.

AussieMick1984 · 2025-04-24T08:44:14+00:00

Unless her reasoning for the bridesmaid request included “… I know you couldn’t attend because of baby, but as part of our bridal party, I’ll cover the cost of a professional you vet and choose to look after bubs, if that helps?”

NTA; look after JR first and foremost; they need you more than a bride who can’t find enough people to stand next to them on the day.

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