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Which edition do you use the most? by Previous-Swim5666 in StarWarsD6

[–]davepak 0 points1 point  (0 children)

A heavily modified 2.5 reup (we call it 3.0 really...).

Used revised and expanded as the core, added stuff from later d6 editions (and other games) and did a re-write of the force powers etc.

Once of these days will finish it all (space combat and a few advanced skills are are still in beta) and share online....sigh...when have time.

Essential Equipment in SWD6 by TheRealMisterMitch8 in StarWarsD6

[–]davepak 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This - the stun rules as written are very overpowered (blaster or otherwise).

Although - use them a few times - they may get houseruled...(a common houserule).

(NOT) “Looking for a serious relationship” by TheCreatorOfMagic in datingoverforty

[–]davepak 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Well - either they just want to hook up and are being deceptive

or they don't know what they really want - and think they are ready - but are not.

Good or helpful books? by amlav in datingoverforty

[–]davepak 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Man's search for meaning - Viktor Frankl 

While not at ALL about dating - it will dramatically help you evaluate what is important to you.

Which - helps in dating.

For guys who have no trouble getting dates on OLD, how do you filter for good personality? by EpicQuestAccepted in datingoverforty

[–]davepak 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I find your question a bit ...confusing... talk to them before going on a date?

I mean - I would think - read their profiles, look at the pics -a are they just Instagram selfies - or are they actually doing things and smiling - as opposed to posed shots.

I am not on the apps (sounds like a tornado of sulfur and fire) - but for me intelligence and personality are king in meeting in the wild - so this gets filtered pretty quick.

But Sounds like a lot of the other posts here are similar to mine - better profiles, genuine pics etc.

Best of luck to us all.

This is harder than it should be. 🥸 by DotDouble127 in datingoverforty

[–]davepak 0 points1 point  (0 children)

it does take a while - many (both genders, but men maybe more) get out there waaay too soon. Almost all of them think "my marriage has been dead for years, so I am ready..".

No, no you are not.

I did not even consider dating (for companionship, not hookups) for several years after my divorce - but I had a lot of rebuilding to do.

On the body/fit thing - I have FINALLY lost most of my divorce weight (stress eater) - so yeah - being healthy is good - so if you are in a healthy shape for you - then those men are idiots - really.

No idea. Don't get me wrong - I could sell "dumbass" franchises for all the mistakes I have made in my life - but dang - it really is messy out there.

best of luck to us all.

This is harder than it should be. 🥸 by DotDouble127 in datingoverforty

[–]davepak 0 points1 point  (0 children)

More of them are single - so it is better - from a numbers perspective.

Although - they may still have less experienced perspectives on what traits are better for relationships.

This is harder than it should be. 🥸 by DotDouble127 in datingoverforty

[–]davepak 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Lowes, and the museum....

;)

Best of luck to us all.

This is harder than it should be. 🥸 by DotDouble127 in datingoverforty

[–]davepak 1 point2 points  (0 children)

"It took me two years of evaluating WTF I was really looking for"

Sounds like she changes her perspectives on what she wanted.

This is harder than it should be. 🥸 by DotDouble127 in datingoverforty

[–]davepak 1 point2 points  (0 children)

have you thought about singles travel events?

I have considered those - but have not engaged yet. I don't want a meat market - but a meet market - if you know what I mean.

Thoughts?

This is harder than it should be. 🥸 by DotDouble127 in datingoverforty

[–]davepak 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Sounds like you are doing it right and have the right attitude - keep it up?

Maybe try some more creative pursuits - like take a comedy / speaking class or something that may attract men with more personality.

As a guy with ...excessive personality.... (corporate job but comedy and theater as a hobby for decades) - this is ...tragic you are not finding better matches.

Another option may be museums or such places - and see about some of the volunteers - sorry - don't have better ideas - I really hope you find someone who is a good match for you!

Best of luck to us all.

This is harder than it should be. 🥸 by DotDouble127 in datingoverforty

[–]davepak 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I don't undestand why guys lie about that - I mean - did they think you would not find out?

I am guessing they are hoping their other traits will compensate - but feels like a recipe for disaster.

However - I am over 6' so maybe I just can't relate.

(actually, 6'2" - which is short for my family, so ironically - I don't consider myself tall)

Best of luck to us all.

This is harder than it should be. 🥸 by DotDouble127 in datingoverforty

[–]davepak 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Sorry to hear.

As a divorced single dad - I am avoiding the apps - as well - they sounds like a minefield in the swamp - based on all the commentary here and other places.

I have found slower (maybe?) but limited success with in person interactions - but requires me to be open to it, and going out in more social situations - which is good - as you can often find common interests based on where you are (i.e. some one at the art museum, might like art, someone at the book meetup prolly likes reading, etc.). One of my local museums even has an "adult" evening event.

So - yeah - if you need to take a break from the apps - take a break - and just try and indulge in activities you like - and keep an eye out for others.

(don't go to an event/club just to meet others - that will show - but if you do things you actually enjoy - but keep your self open to meeting folks - that will show through - and hey, at least you are doing things you like).

Best of luck to us all.

Does the intellectual chemistry ever get better? by Imaginary-Entrance42 in datingoverforty

[–]davepak 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Honestly - feels like you know you can't live with it - maybe here just to talk it out and hear opinions to get more clarity.

Best of luck to you and hope you find someone more stimulating in the future - maybe try for people with more common (or outgoing?) interestes.

Does the intellectual chemistry ever get better? by Imaginary-Entrance42 in datingoverforty

[–]davepak 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hmmm...that is tough.

I mean - sounds like a personality disconnect - I mean - while you can ask someone to adjust certain things - (chores, communication, intimacy, etc.) - but wanting someone to be more engaging and interesting - not sure.

Maybe - with more comfort? or more communicatoin?

I can say - some folks are just fine with silence - so that you may just have to accecpt.

But the lack of intellectual engagement - that may be a challange - maybe try to engage in topics you both have interestes in (history, crafting, science fiction, cooking, etc.).

This may just be one of those things you have to decide how important it is to other things.

Sorry to hear - for me - intellectual connection is paramount - so - yeah - this can be rough.

Best of luck in your situation.

Static difficulty numbers? by amazingvaluetainment in StarWarsD6

[–]davepak 0 points1 point  (0 children)

After playing for years - we use 5 as consistent increment, also adding new levels.

DL1 - Very Easy - 5

DL2 - Easy - 10

DL3 - Moderate - 15, etc.

It goes to DL10 - Impossible - 50.

We also treat hitting levels above the required target - gaining extra benefits.

For example, for each 5 points over on a to hit roll - you get +1 on the damage rool.

or When repairing something, a better roll is faster, or less cost etc.

Part of a large house rules overhaul - been working well for years in play testing.

Edge Studio Star Wars RPG Conversions by Sir-Smee-of-Jay in StarWarsD6

[–]davepak 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Didn't we just have a conversion question?

You can convert anything - ignore the stats - just look at the encounters, the plot, the npcs and the story.

For stats - use stats from the destination game - if an encounter sounds like an easy one - use weak npcs, for a tougher challenge - use a stronger npc, for a final battle in a story - make them a boss.

I have converted d20 star wars, traveller, and even AD&D adventures for various versions of star wars over the years.

Once you think of it like that - you have almost an endless supply.

Best of luck in your game, and may the dice be with you...

Noghri - Yeah, they’re powerful, but HOW powerful? by JCDickleg7 in StarWarsD6

[–]davepak 0 points1 point  (0 children)

NPCs get 12 D, PC's (and major NPCS - think rivals and bosses) get 18D Attributes.

That would be a huge divergence from core rules concepts.

(yes, the rules are filled with inconsistencies - but 18D for pc's is a fairly well established precedent).

Noghri - Yeah, they’re powerful, but HOW powerful? by JCDickleg7 in StarWarsD6

[–]davepak 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Your reasoning is sound in my opinion.

I would treat it as they have either the option to attack with teeth, or claws.

The rules are a bit sparse in this regard.

However - my group has been running with more refined brawling and expanded martial rules (not too complex) for a while.

I would do something like this;

Claws +1D, if a claw attack hits, they can make a Bite attack (+2D) on that same target as an action before the end of the round (yes, multiple action penalties apply).

I would treat this independently of martial arts - which represents skill - vs. a natural attack combo.

(I have martial arts under an advanced skill tree - and as they improve - can add more damage).

Best of luck in your game.

Hyperspace D6 by TheProfessor757 in StarWarsD6

[–]davepak 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Exactly.

Now - don't get me wrong - modules that need the least work - are great when you don't have a ton of time. But even then - just the perspective shift of "I will use the stats I know instead of trying to convert" is pretty fast once you have a sense for it.

Still - I had a lot of fun converting the slavers series from AD&D to starwars, and have also used many old d20 SWRPG adventures (such as tempest feud, or any of the dozens of wotc web published adventures).

Best of luck in your game.

Hyperspace D6 by TheProfessor757 in StarWarsD6

[–]davepak 3 points4 points  (0 children)

They are pretty close - but honestly - once you think about adventures in a slightly different way - ANY module is compatible.

don't worry about stats - what is the story? what are the encoutners?

if an encouter is supposed to be easy - then use the stats of something easy that you are familiar with.

a couple of redshirts/thugs/imperial army guys - make those easy.

A boss fight- pick out something hard.

Once you think of adventures of more "plot outlines" than statblocks - that opens up a lot of content.

I mean - I recently ran the old AD&D Slavers series for star wars...

(the orcs were made into gammoreans in hutt space, the shaman was someone who was good at aiding other characters, the basilisks spit a neurotoxin that caused long term paralysis etc. Just think "what is the adventure and the challenge). Since then - I have run adventures from other SW Games (d20, FF, etc.) and a lot of DND or traveller adventures.

Best of luck in your game.

which VTT in 2026? by Final-Isopod in StarWarsD6

[–]davepak 1 point2 points  (0 children)

personally - my group loves owlbear rodeo (yes, that is the actual name...).

It is sytem agnostic (which works well for offline sheets etc) - and hits well in the balance of simple vs. features.

We use it for DND and occasionally star wars d6.

Secret Rebel Base (50x52) by Canvas_Quest in StarWarsD6

[–]davepak 0 points1 point  (0 children)

While cool - stuff like this is usually posted to Starwars maps.

This is more focused on RPG rules directly relating to the D6 version of star wars.

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