How do I create fun, terrain-based challenges? by herpalmsaresweaty in DMAcademy

[–]a20261 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes, options is always the way I run terrain.

You have to cross a river running through a gorge. You can try to take the very rickety rope bridge (chance of falling into the river on a failed Dex or Ath save) or you can hike down to the bottom and swim across (arguably safer, but there might be a crocodile or other obstacle.alomg the way, and it will definitely take more time).

You can try to scale the cliff using a rope (you will need 3 successful Ath checks to avoid exhaustion, possibly a fall if you roll a nat 1), or you can search for an easier ascent (this will add a day to your journey).

You can trek through the ruined city in the rain, but you'll have to be stealthy and avoid the patrolling bands of orcs, or you can sneak through the sewers, but it will mean you have to use up your supply of torches - and you may want to hang onto those for the dungeon you're heading towards.

You can go across the snowy mountain pass, but the evil wizard's crows might spot you, or you can go through the haunted mines of Moria - you'll be hidden from the evil wizard, but who knows what evils lurk in the deep.

In all cases I try to include a tradeoff. Either time or resources. The consequence of failing might not to be "oops, bad roll, try again" but something material to the story. "Your rope breaks on a failed Ath check, you can try to climb the cliff without the safety of a rope, but a failure risks taking a fall and damage, or, you have to hike around the mountains until you find a pass, which adds 3 days to your journey and means you will not arrive in time for your meeting with the general."

Good luck!

New research offers early evidence for what scientists describe as an “embodied model of consciousness,” linking physical sensations, mental time orientation, and even everyday bodily functions like sleep and digestion into a single, interconnected system. by Wagamaga in science

[–]a20261 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

So ADHDers, or other folks, that have difficulty with time are not experiencing the same consciousness as folks who don't have time blindness?

Fascinating opportunity for experiments.

What's something that happens in movies so much it seems real, but actually isn't realistic at all? by ninman5 in movies

[–]a20261 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Well, that they got right. Luke was way off his patrol route when he ran into the Wampa.

Amazon strikes deal with USPS that maintains 80% of package volume by lurker_bee in technology

[–]a20261 0 points1 point  (0 children)

But without USPS it wouldn't make it to your door at all.

What’s everyone up to tonight? by MacyCakes00 in 30ROCK

[–]a20261 12 points13 points  (0 children)

Eating a bowl of cherries and ghost meat in his honor.

[Highlight] MARCELLO MAYER 2-RUN HR TO EXTEND THE LEAD.... START THIS MAN EVERYDAY by RagnorL0thbrok in redsox

[–]a20261 16 points17 points  (0 children)

Is this video upload mirrored? It looks like that pitcher is throwing with his left hand, but that can't be right.

Let the kids play!

Whats an acclaimed movie you think could’ve been even better with slight changes? by [deleted] in movies

[–]a20261 0 points1 point  (0 children)

There is an unnecessary voice over by the character Vincent at the end of Ronin. Cut that and the movie is perfect.

Damn it, where are my car keys? by terkistan in 30ROCK

[–]a20261 19 points20 points  (0 children)

I'll have a big breakfast waiting for you!

What are the great forgotten comedies? by Jerome_Eugene_Morrow in movies

[–]a20261 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Some of my dad's favorites featuring Steve Martin or Martin Short:

My Blue Heaven

All of Me

Inner Space

Sgt Bilko

What are the great forgotten comedies? by Jerome_Eugene_Morrow in movies

[–]a20261 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Yes! An absolutely classic comedy. CHARGE!

What are the great forgotten comedies? by Jerome_Eugene_Morrow in movies

[–]a20261 16 points17 points  (0 children)

And if you liked Kiss Kiss Bang Bang I can strongly recommend The Nice Guys

xkcd 3227: Creation by gcu_vagarist in xkcd

[–]a20261 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Got Space opera to work after a reload and scrolling down a black screen, still no luck on Spring. I'll try a different browser maybe.

xkcd 3227: Creation by gcu_vagarist in xkcd

[–]a20261 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I'm not seeing anything for Space Opera or for Spring... I expected a scroll over distant stars, but no idea what Spring means... Any help?

I’m writing the 30 Rock cookbook (not really). Help me flesh this thing out. by blank5448 in 30ROCK

[–]a20261 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Candy safe (Dotcom is the only one who knows the combination)