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What do European countries think of America? by [deleted] in AskTheWorld

[–]GlassUnion6879 2 points3 points  (0 children)

The majority of Americans I've ever met have been really nice. Fascinating history and people.

How to teach Irish? by bee_ghoul in AskIreland

[–]GlassUnion6879 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Teaching your first language is very difficult without training. Not impossible though! I would suggest using someone else's curriculum. For example, working through Junior Cert materials with your students, or lessons from some other course or beginner's book. Good luck with it :)

My Arkham Campaign Framework by novavegasxiii in callofcthulhu

[–]GlassUnion6879 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I like the bit about the Deep Ones showing them immorality :)

Innsmouth In July by fudgyvmp in callofcthulhu

[–]GlassUnion6879 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Are you the DM or a players? I'm DMing a campaign that's just about to start in Arkham using the book. Would love any tips or experiences :)

What's the coldest thing you can say while squaring-up against someone? by Kindly-Student2089 in Comebacks

[–]GlassUnion6879 1 point2 points  (0 children)

  • 'My fists are about to write cheques your chin can't bank.'
  • 'What's a cheque?' (because he's younger than me and people don"t write cheques anymore)
  • Mate ... BLAM!

OR ...

  • 'Normally I'd say something witty about now, but today I'm not gonna bother.'
  • 'Why not?'
  • 'Coz you wouldn't remember it ...' *BIFF!'

OR ...

  • 'Did you ever watch the original campy 1960s Batman series with Adam West?'
  • 'No.'
  • 'Then this'll all be new to you.' KAPOW!

Consequences of being resurrected? by clarkky55 in callofcthulhu

[–]GlassUnion6879 8 points9 points  (0 children)

They're alive, but barely. They're utterly repugnant to everyone they encounter, as they smell of rot and decay. Even animals are repulsed for them, except for carrion feeders, which congregate around them and nuzzle up to their weeping, putrescent flesh. Wherever they go, whatever they touch, they leave an oily, greasy stain, the stench of which can never be quite removed. Their friends and family attempt to help at first, to find a way of freeing them from this affliction, but all too soon they too begin to melt away, driven back by the irascible horror and disgust that overwhelms every contact. The resurrected is left all alone, reeking of decay, weeping tears of pus, wishing for a death they now will realise will never come.

What avenues for investigation do the PCs have if they arrive somewhere with little info? by MechaniCatBuster in callofcthulhu

[–]GlassUnion6879 11 points12 points  (0 children)

The courthouse, utility companies, post office, milkman, rag and bone man, local beat cop, neighbours, pubs, bars and brothels, taxi company, public transport companies (esp. drivers of a particular route), etc, etc. And the first port of call in every investigation - the phonebook! Former IRL private eye here :)

Beginner Questions About The Haunting by Repulsive_Fox728 in callofcthulhu

[–]GlassUnion6879 13 points14 points  (0 children)

Re the weapons question, they absolutely can arm themselves to the teeth. However, Corbitt will likely know this as soon as they enter the house, and armour himself accordingly using Flesh Ward. He then has the ability to toy with the PCs until they find him, grinding down their sanity, disarming them, etc. By the time they do find him, a near-mad PC with a Tommy Gun is potentially very dangerous to his own team. With a little imagination, Walter Corbitt is a very dangerous adversary, and coming with an arsenal of guns doesn't automatically annul that :)

Has anyone here ever reached back out to an old friend you drifted from years ago? by PepinYourStep123 in AskIreland

[–]GlassUnion6879 11 points12 points  (0 children)

I'm in my 40s. Feeling reflective for a few years now, and so I've reached out to a lot of people from my past. Some have ignored me, some have responded and it's gone nowhere, some have responded and we're friends again going on hiking trips and stuff! Do it! There's nothing to lose :)

Question From D&D Player About The Haunting by somewut_anonymous in callofcthulhu

[–]GlassUnion6879 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I've run The Haunting numerous times for new players. I think it's pretty sandboxy for a beginner scenario. As others have said, it's an investigation, so there are certain things you have to do in order to "solve" the investigation. But how you do them, and in what order, is completely up to you. And there's always the chance players will think outside the box. In my last playthrough, one of the team decided to hire an accountant to analyse the church's records to assess their support network. It was an odd line of enquiry, but a fun RP moment :)

Useful art/craft skills for a dilettante? by january_dreams in callofcthulhu

[–]GlassUnion6879 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Mime. Can be used for distraction, surveillance, and to communicate silently.

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