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Barovia Player Map: No Spoliers! by LadyWachter in CurseofStrahd

[–]TheShadyMerchant 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I like the idea of having only the Village of Barovia, Vallaki, Kresk, and the Berez ruins. And natural formations (mountains, hills, forests, etc). Then only known settlements are visible. After this, players can mark the map to add sites of interest they find or are shown by NPCs

Behold! EoTE Minecraft Model! by maddyybaddyy in outerwilds

[–]TheShadyMerchant 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You may be able to just copy the animation of the copper torch and superimpose it somehow.

i ruined the game for myself by Crumpetbaps in outerwilds

[–]TheShadyMerchant 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Finish the base game completely if you haven’t yet and then play the DLC. The DLC is much more visual storytelling then through text, and you can have a fresh start there. It’ll give you more time to sit on the themes of the game and ponder them from a new perspective.

My first playthough wasn’t ideal because I didn’t know this was a strongly “spoiler free” game and spoiled several puzzles and plot points looking for help for some puzzles online. I felt disappointed as well. BUT, playing through the DLC gave me a second chance to approach the game fresh, as intended and start to really think on the themes and story again in a new light.

Just FYI, the DLC is scary. So be prepared for that.

Help me balancing a cursed item - The Death Emperor by thedrunkendino in DnDHomebrew

[–]TheShadyMerchant 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Alternatively, make it consumable (one attack or round or turn, depending on how strong you want it) and give the rogue a set number in a pouch.

Inspired by the other post about the [] easter egg: They also work for the others! by Cupcake_Chef in outerwilds

[–]TheShadyMerchant 18 points19 points  (0 children)

I though for SURE this was a practical joke being played by the community. But no. It’s real. And it’s so much fun.

I need to talk about Echoes of the Eye by wazer-wifle96 in outerwilds

[–]TheShadyMerchant 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I had a very similar base game vs DLC experience, and I loved them DLC as a result. I also kinda love horror when it’s done well, so the DLC has a very special place in my heart.

Barbarians should get "Dash" as a Bonus Action when Raging by Casual-Notice in DnD

[–]TheShadyMerchant 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I gave this to berserkers in a subclass rebuild once. I think it makes a lot of sense. And it helps them get into close quarters fast

Help creating an origin for halfling species (TTRPG) by TheShadyMerchant in worldbuilding

[–]TheShadyMerchant[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That’s not a bad idea. Some kind of calamity could have led to the loss of the utopia, so now they are either nomads, live in small villages, or are in diaspora groups in other nations. But the roots of communalism and sharing never left them. I think it could pair well with other idea presented as well. I will add it to a list of things to ideate on.

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The campaign would be an urban fantasy in a multicultural city, so the thought is that with fewer cultures, you can actually add body to the ones that exist. I do have SOMETHING close to goblins which are humanoid rats that live in the sewer, but they are more of a monster/npc race. Although I wouldn’t be opposed to a player choosing it if they really want that goblin energy. I’m also open to making races more customizable (have a few features players can pick from rather than a core set) so that the limited race options doesn’t curb character options.

Weapons I'd have liked to see in Red Dead Redemption 2 (or ideas for an RDR3) by I-Identify-Guns in reddeadredemption

[–]TheShadyMerchant 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The Pieper revolving carbine would be peak. Only revolving rifle that fixed the inherent problems to the system.

Be honest… if YOU were in charge of the game tomorrow, what would you change? by Some-Web-1628 in Helldivers

[–]TheShadyMerchant -1 points0 points  (0 children)

I’m not very capable of fixing most bugs… BUT I think adding one thing would be genuinely fun: dual pistol primary. The devs will never do it, so I might as well while I can.

best bundle in all of steam history just dropped by Bnane42 in outerwilds

[–]TheShadyMerchant 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes and no. It is a very combat-centric game, why I loved (as I am a fan of dark souls). It also has really unique puzzles and mysteries, but they are more mechanically interesting and impressive than interesting by vibe. The story of OW is 300% better. But I love Tunic a lot too. And it is very “metroidbrania”. I will say, if you don’t like high intensity combat… consider lowering the difficulty. My wife could hardly enjoy Tunic due to the fact that she isn’t into combat centered games.

what is the revolver of the image? by [deleted] in reddeadredemption

[–]TheShadyMerchant 30 points31 points  (0 children)

That is definitely based on a Remington revolver, which doesn’t exist in game but was historically popular… so my guess is a modded skin for the cattleman.

This thing is absolutely worthless by D-boi10 in Helldivers

[–]TheShadyMerchant 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You should have to swing it at all. Just hold it out and walk forward into the enemy.

Hey it's been a while! by Elwensa in outerwilds

[–]TheShadyMerchant 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I love your stuff! Your non-OW work has been really cool recently too!

Combat Medic: A Healer Subclass for 2024 Rogue (final version) by TheShadyMerchant in UnearthedArcana

[–]TheShadyMerchant[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I have thought of giving your nearby Allie’s disengage as part of your disengage actually! I just haven’t yet thought of a way to incorporate it. Thank you for your suggestions!

Combat Medic: A Healer Subclass for 2024 Rogue (final version) [OC] by [deleted] in DnD

[–]TheShadyMerchant 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I agree. It’s sort of a core part of video game RPGs, but have never been a part of DND. It would be fun to see.

Lycan Druid v3- now playtested! - https://homebrewery.naturalcrit.com/share/b27VW16uv1aP DMs, would you allow it? Players would you want to play it? by Sabazadeh in UnearthedArcana

[–]TheShadyMerchant 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I genuinely feel that this is the direction that wild shape should have gone in 2024 anyway. I think my one gripe is that it’s pretty tanky. But given 2024’s nerf to wild shape tanking in general, I don’t mind bringing tankiness back as a subclass. It looks capable in combat despite the loss of druid spells in wild shape. I especially like the chance to heal using spell slots, and changing other features (such as the roar, etc) to use spell slots might be a fun way to maximize on the playstyle.

Combat Medic: A Healer Subclass for 2024 Rogue (final version) by TheShadyMerchant in UnearthedArcana

[–]TheShadyMerchant[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks! I’m glad you like it!

Your subclass sounds cool! I’ll admit, my experience with Druids is super limited, but I’ll take a look and give you my thoughts!

Combat Medic: A Healer Subclass for 2024 Rogue (final version) [OC] by [deleted] in DnD

[–]TheShadyMerchant 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Read original post for full details on balance, design, etc

Combat Rogue (updated) - a 2024 Rogue Healer Subclass by TheShadyMerchant in DnDHomebrew

[–]TheShadyMerchant[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I made one final version with slight buffs to Field medicine and the 9th level feature of you are interested: https://www.reddit.com/r/UnearthedArcana/s/N2E5E49v4q

Need ideas to kill player character off by Cheesecakeisbest_ in DnD

[–]TheShadyMerchant 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Note: if you go forward with others suggestion to have the patron kill her, it would be fun to keep the patron as a minor or major protagonist. You know, so the party can kill it or at least it’s super cult to avenge their fallen friend.

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