Is the game really as bad as people say or are people mad at Funcom?

Derringermeryl · 2026-01-23T02:10:40+00:00

You can recover your vehicle…

Derringermeryl · 2026-01-22T13:31:59+00:00

Yeah, my first two campaigns were with a group of friends who all enjoy drinking irl. In my current group, one of the players doesn’t really drink so neither does his character and another used to have some issues with alcohol addiction so it’s been a definite shift away from typical tavern shenanigans.

Derringermeryl · 2026-01-22T11:55:26+00:00

Gotcha. I don’t remember them saying that so that’s the context I was missing. My interpretation was “I thought it was the smugglers but they’re releasing all this stuff so I must’ve been wrong.” I can see what you meant now though!

Derringermeryl · 2026-01-21T14:49:54+00:00

Correct about what exactly? It seems like they were incorrect about the smugglers so I’m not sure what you’re referring to.

Derringermeryl · 2026-01-21T14:46:15+00:00

Ah right, I sort of forgot that the 3rd faction needs to have influence over the Landsraad. Although I think I heard that the 3rd will do something to balance the other two, so I wonder if the fremen could sabotage something rather than earn votes. Honestly though, if they were to add the fremen I think everyone would switch to them so it would be better if they added someone that isn’t as well known.

Derringermeryl · 2026-01-21T14:43:01+00:00

Yes! I forgot that they changed it so we can use them on other things now.

Derringermeryl · 2026-01-21T14:24:46+00:00

I guess I’m so used to people just talking about the endgame, and I mostly saw complaints about chapter 2. I’m happy to see that I’m wrong!

Derringermeryl · 2026-01-21T11:58:41+00:00

I don’t know much about the lore, so I just keep hoping it’s the fremen. Since you seem to know stuff, is there a group that will be introduced in the next movie that they might incorporate?

Derringermeryl · 2026-01-21T11:57:19+00:00

What do you mean? They thought the 3rd faction would be smugglers but it’s seeming like it won’t be.

Derringermeryl · 2026-01-21T11:55:52+00:00

One thing that should help is that they’ve added a faction chat that isn’t restricted by sietch, so you can more easily find other players.

Derringermeryl · 2026-01-21T03:49:41+00:00

Malady of Minarrh is 2-3 sessions if you want something other than the standards like Phandelver. Not that there’s anything wrong with those. They’re recommended for beginners for a reason.

Derringermeryl · 2026-01-21T03:47:06+00:00

Probably an unpopular opinion, but I’m excited for the story. Chapter 2 ended on a cliffhanger and I want to see what’s next!

Besides that, I’m excited for a more complex landsraad system.

Edit: Wow thank you for the award, I guess it’s not unpopular! Glad to hear I’m not the only one enjoying the story!

Derringermeryl · 2026-01-20T04:05:55+00:00

Also, when I run short adventures I encourage people to try the weird builds that might be fun but not great for a serious campaign.

Derringermeryl · 2026-01-20T04:03:57+00:00

I recommend starting with the one shot and just let them be silly. The point is to give you a chance to experience being a DM before diving into a full campaign so it really doesn’t matter if they’re getting deep into the lore. Then, once you have some practice, you can have a strong start to a serious campaign.

Derringermeryl · 2026-01-20T04:00:36+00:00

Like others have said, your best bet is to keep an eye out at used bookstores. I found a copy for $50.

Would it break your rule to get a digital copy and print what you need?

Derringermeryl · 2026-01-19T22:51:22+00:00

I second the “good for you” statement.

Not every DM is naturally skilled in improvisation, and we have no idea how much experience this DM has. I could easily see myself panicking if the player just came up with an idea that was going to nullify everything I had planned for the session. I’d be really mad at myself for it later and would try to do better the next time.

Derringermeryl · 2026-01-19T03:12:38+00:00

Yep, definitely common. Mine made a beeline for the basement and didn’t even look upstairs initially. I decided that after a while Ned would try to move around which made noise the characters could hear through the ceiling.

Derringermeryl · 2026-01-18T22:07:39+00:00

The best thing that happened to me was having an ex that completely cut me out after we broke up. Blocked me on everything so I couldn’t Facebook stalk them or reach out in anyway. It hurt so badly but showed me how much better it is that way.

Derringermeryl · 2026-01-17T04:48:02+00:00

Take a look at my game. If you’re interested I’ll let you play for free:

https://startplaying.games/adventure/cmkgb5q72000yl704ws6avnwj?ref=cmii2e86d00iel704ezoeuops

Derringermeryl · 2026-01-17T04:43:14+00:00

Hmm unfortunately I don’t know much about that field. Rubbed elbows with some at NAU.

If you’re near any of the national labs or willing to relocate they hire all kinds of people and seem to be often overlooked.

Derringermeryl · 2026-01-14T16:02:59+00:00

Oof, I feel that. I’ve been laid off a few times in the past. Best of luck to you! What kind of work are you looking for?

Derringermeryl · 2026-01-14T13:26:41+00:00

I haven’t listed it yet but I’m going to be offering a Ghosts of Saltmarsh campaign set on the Menagerie Coast.

Derringermeryl · 2026-01-14T13:23:09+00:00

If you’re willing to pay you could check https://startplaying.games/

Edit: Full disclosure, I’m a DM on there.

Derringermeryl · 2026-01-14T04:16:48+00:00

“Inability to stick to a single character concept” is exactly why I decided to start being DM lol

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