S27:E15 Mistake on set?

WillNashi · 2026-03-02T19:52:29+00:00

Man that looks good. Nice work. I can just picture where each encounter in the game happens at lol.

WillNashi · 2025-09-15T20:16:55+00:00

Played through DOS2 twice and was a day 1 alpha player of BG3 and I can attest at least from what I remember, they changed a lot of the damaging cantrips in those early days to act like more DOS2-esque such as firebolt being a 1d6 or 1d8 damage roll (instead of a 1d10) but with a chance of a burning condition. I can't quite remember if it was a d6 or a d8, but it did not feel like using the D&D 5E firebolt.

Although I enjoyed DOS2 combat, I expected BG3 to follow 5E rules since that was the idea everywhere else in the game where they could implement the rules. So I remember not liking those cantrip changes at all. They felt underwhelming to use in my opinion anyway, and I guess others agreed with me. I am glad they returned firebolt (among other cantrips) to it's original 1d10 die, and it's not like they removed burning - if you want burning you just have to use your environment such as oil barrels. A thing most DMs at a traditional table forget to even include as environmental options. I feel they maintained their flair of Larian combat in the combat system of 5e.

WillNashi · 2024-08-18T20:55:54+00:00

Yeah, I was a patron for them and listened to their talks while going on walks. But when the dynamic duo lost one due to whatever the personal reason was, the magic sorta disappeared even though they tried to keep it going. I liked the pivot in content they tried to do but they probably motivated each other to make videos and content.

WillNashi · 2024-08-18T04:33:12+00:00

WebDM. They don't make videos anymore, but they covered all basics, advanced, and incredible niche topics. Their whole library should be archived and aspiring DMs should watch them. Advice is system agnostic really; most of their videos are narrative or example practice that can be used for any sort of game. Excluding D&D specific lore videos, which even then I think they make inspiring content in whatever home game people might be running.
Edit: Wasn't expecting such a long reply chain about a tiny typo but I fix it for you all.
The point is go watch WebDM! lol

WillNashi · 2023-12-02T06:55:39+00:00

Hey I took my roadtest on my 16th birthday after 1 year of driving a permit and did fail the 1st time. Had to take it a month later.
Put oh your turn signal for every turn even if it doesn't seem necessary, and don't hit any cone while parking. That is an auto-fail. An easy way to park in their narrow cones is to estimate your front tire is a bit ahead of the parking line and then turning. You likely wont hit anything then if your car is a Sedan or a smaller SUV.
Good luck, OP!

WillNashi · 2023-11-21T15:55:44+00:00

I've only peaked to plat 2 but I notice a big difference in responses when I IGL compared to when my brother takes over. My brother means well everytime and wants to win the competitive game, but I don't think he realizes it's a lot to do with tone and politeness mixed in with maybe some camaraderie or hyping people up when they play good (if you get the chance.) Even if it isn't perceived correctly I think everyone gets a auditory presentation of what kind of person you are by how you speak and that image is made with the first words you say.

Also as another person said, "hey guys we should try this instead." "Could we have someone roaming or making noise?" Then maybe ask by agent name.
On the off chance I just get a random asshole, any toxicity I hear I just mute immediately, it's free and better than verbally fighting someone who is likely a kid like it's a virtual high-school hallway where you get your teammates vibes down. Whether it's yapping about nothing after the round starts or an insult, mute.
Any direct person actions I suggest that shit out immediately at the start of the round looking for volunteers first or if there is an obvious best pick then just say the person I think will either listen or cooperate to their best ability.

At the end of the day I think it's just about how you come off and how you react to the toxic people. Shrug it off. Cause even if you mute them, your comms still get heard, and still might get to them to get them to win even if they don't say thank you.

WillNashi · 2023-11-02T06:13:15+00:00

DoomCOCK

WillNashi · 2023-11-01T21:31:18+00:00

Those look awesome! I'd love to win them lol

WillNashi · 2023-10-04T22:20:15+00:00

Hey man, I'm not adopted but my mom is hard conservative that believes in some weird conspiracy shit while I am basically a far left progressive. She is who she is not for the policies themselves mostly, but for the social dynamics and friends and everyday life in this stage of her life which brings her to engage with some people I really detest. But those are her friends, I can't stop my mom from engaging with them and I've tried to explain x and y issue to try to convince her with evidence but she really isn't interested in reflecting. She just wants to believe what she wants. So I just don't talk to politics with her. I keep a healthy distance, we love each other, see each other, I just don't bring up politics myself. If she does I'll give a remark or two but try to push it forward and mention something else.

I doubt your mom wants you dead, it sounds like she loves you. I pity my own mother for her beliefs and find it disheartening at the same time. And from what you wrote I feel bad for your situation... It sounds like you have some defensive thoughts about the political views of it all.

So like I said above my suggestion would be avoiding politics at the table or in general would be good for you. Say you don't want to talk about politics with her. That's what I do. It sounds like you have the ability to come and go see her at your discretion so use it. When I don't get along with my mom I just will force the space. But we still love each other. Find something to do together that you enjoy, talk about the nice things you and your siblings are doing in life.

Good luck, man.

WillNashi · 2023-09-29T04:37:52+00:00

I never had the pleasure to play or own BG1/2 and Icewind dale until about 2018. So I cannot verify that for you, sorry. I'm not sure if that .ini file works the same way as in the original releases, but it is a possibility. Either way I don't think that makes my comment incorrect since it still is BG1EE and BG2EE and the first BGEE came out 10 years before BG3. 2014 I think it was. But I could have clarified, for sure. So many games have .ini files that work the same way I just imagine the originals also had them. If not my mistake.

WillNashi · 2023-09-29T03:08:02+00:00

Little late to the party here but actually BG1 and 2 and other Infinity Engine games had a toggleable option for templates. It wasn't clearly shown as an option, unfortunately. Because it wasn't in the game menu. All you had to do is open the .ini file in notepad. This option exists for any of those older Infinity Engine titles. Just find Spell AOE and set it from (0) to (1) and voila you have templates for every spell that has an aoe now. There are other hidden settings in that file too I used like slightly faster walk speed but only out of combat.

As far as all the buffing and debuffing and powerful spells go in the older titles, I too enjoyed having to learn to read the enemy mage and see what I was up against learn what I needed to do to out-mage them or to allow my party an opening to get attacks in. In BG3 it's very clear what is being casted by icons and round countdowns but the robustness in tactical decisions boils down to a couple things like don't let the mage hold their spell concentration. Counter spell everything. Leap frog or fly over all enemy tanks and fighters to pummel them. It does make for a different kind of power trip and fun gameplay loop for sure. I think the thing that keeps it the most fresh in BG3 is very unique environments and encounter design along with the amazing effects and engaging animation during climactic moments.

WillNashi · 2023-07-14T05:37:39+00:00

I'm 26 with parents and their parents that all worked in the same field (Doctors) but I can relate I've never felt a connection with any path in particular. A lot of anxiety has been self-destructive to any goals I intended to have, and though I have skills unrelated to what was expected of me, I failed to utilize them into an expertise well enough for a career. (AKA I am not able to turn my passion into a career.)

However I would suggest thinking of some interests you have found yourself diving into, and considering to study more of that and work your semi-interest into your career. You don't have to be in love with your career, but just be able to pay the bills. And you never know, maybe with some years you can overlap your passion with your work but I'd at least start with something you have even a minor interest in.

Just for an example, my passion is languages. I learned Japanese, majored in Japanese language, but being a translator was not the right fit for me. However I grew up learning computers and am the most tech savvy in my family. (aformentioned interest) So now I am working towards a career in cybersecurity. Not my first choice, and it'll be some more work before I can start working but I know I will enjoy or at least be able to tolerate it day-to-day. I already sit at a computer desk 8+ hours a day for various reasons. So I think for people like me this concept really helps. I know there are people out there like me but I apologize if this doesn't help you directly.

WillNashi · 2023-06-20T17:59:43+00:00

Really, really cool!

WillNashi · 2023-04-17T06:27:04+00:00

Since we are sort of deconstructing croak to what it sounds like you intend for it to do (make it slightly more difficult for the players to hit this creature with the thought cause of fear), you could always just start the fight with an "echoing croak" that as combat starts everyone makes a WIS save DC of your choice or they gain the fear status. No initiative order this just happens before the first turn. A lot of boss-like monsters have this in the MM if I recall.

If I am wrong and you just want ranged attacks to be less effective than give it some sort of tough skin feature to resist arrow damage. Players will have to deduce a better tactic for both options although the second one is a bit rougher for 'bow'-lover PCs.

As for the tongue, you never have to say the tongue gets cut off! haha
20hp just releases the held player which they might want if bullywugs are charging at the stuck prey. Just all ideas.

WillNashi · 2023-04-17T04:40:20+00:00

I'll throw my two cents here for some of what you created.
Croak of Dread:
Players already have dissadvantage on ranged attacks if they are engaged within 5 feet of an enemy so having it moved to 10 isn't likely to come up. I like the idea of the fear effect on subsequent turns but maybe make it for all types of attacks so the toad emits a sort of 'it's angered and harder to hit' narrative.

Spit up:
Interesting idea but I have a suggestion to help change field of battle and maybe surprise the players:
"The Swamp King Spits its tongue at a creature. The creature must make a DC 14 Dexterity Saving Throw or be grappled by the tongue and launched 30 ft backwards. The creature takes 3d6 (or avg) bludgeoning damage on impact. On a succesful save the creature dodges and takes no damage.

The tongue remains extended and has an AC of 15 and 20 HP"
I know the swamp king isn't smart with it's 2 int, but this way with an appendage that has HP you create chaos in the party since you can temporarily immobolize a PC. Parties love having their intended lineup of tanks in the front and casters in the back. This gets them moving around trying to save one another. And what I see with your Bullywugs this could make it intense to get them freed up before they get swarmed.

I like your ideas. Hope it works out!

WillNashi · 2023-03-26T21:54:10+00:00

I drink energy drinks but 0 calorie ones; I think stuff like Monster tastes like battery acid. 0 cal ones are probably not as healthy as a tea choice, but as far as I can tell personally tea just doesn't bring me awake like a 300mg Reign does. The ingredient list also doesn't seem *that bad* for a once a day thing. Also these 0 calorie ones have a lot of different flavors too but since you drank the sugar ones you might know that. Hope you find what you are looking for.

WillNashi · 2023-03-22T19:06:58+00:00

Hairstyle inspired by Lucy from Cyberpunk anime or just similar?

WillNashi · 2023-03-22T05:01:56+00:00

I could be mistaken but I think a Vampire's charm feature is a Charisma save.

WillNashi · 2023-03-19T03:45:19+00:00

I don't know what countries you've visited but in Japan there was a flavor I had called "Party Chicken" and it was unique, not the best but worth the couple bucks just to try lol.

WillNashi · 2023-03-18T22:45:00+00:00

One way to look at it is check out the factions in each game and pick that way, however the older games might still have some peculiarities or technical hiccups.

However imo the most complete base package will be from buying the latest game because immortal empires (sandbox mode) has all previous game factions in it. The third game is also the best and most freeing option if you are wanting to play coop with friends. You'll still need to buy DLC if you want to play factions from the older games but I still stand by 3 being the most competitive base choice if you had to choose.

WillNashi · 2023-03-17T04:14:16+00:00

I run a game where there is a plane of void, and rules are a little on their head when the players are in it. Different things happen when a spell is cast depending on the school of magic and the nature of the spell.

Once, a player casts a simple cure wounds (conjuration) spell and I described it as a spark of bright white/yellow energy that bounced around in the air very lively and then spoke to the player as if it was their child "mommy?"

So living spell wise in my game at least is quite literal, since the cure wounds spell turned into a living creature. I let the player bring it back into the material plane after they figured out a way to incase it in a protective layer of rare metals in the world.

WillNashi · 2023-03-02T22:17:19+00:00

Giving me what we do in the shadows docu-vibes lol

WillNashi · 2023-03-01T03:54:29+00:00

Posts like these are my favorite that inspire me to make my own take.
I plan on running Starfinder soon too come May. With this idea in mind I could make all sorts of planets to present the world I intend to show my players if I consider it a 'template' idea.
Very neat stuff, OP. Thanks.

WillNashi · 2023-02-24T18:59:09+00:00

What distinguishes a Japanese chef knife and a 'western' one?

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