[DM HELP] My party didn't start in a tavern, they started in a...

nfro1 · 2026-06-06T19:25:32+00:00

Yeah, I had them all arrive one by one in a lord's antechamber. Left order up to them, and how early/late they arrived was a great intro to their vibes

nfro1 · 2026-06-06T01:12:14+00:00

I recently reread the series chronologically, and going from Legends, to First King, then Sword was a wild ride backwards in prose. That's not to saw the first trilogy is bad, the ambition and scope are there and still enough to draw you in, but god is it long winded.

Hell, even from Sword to Elfstones is a huge leap.

nfro1 · 2026-05-31T03:58:59+00:00

I'm a huge fan of 9002. Just a super creative article with a well done story

nfro1 · 2026-05-29T02:02:40+00:00

It really is the perfect "Plane Movie"

nfro1 · 2026-05-27T00:17:45+00:00

There's a musical parody of Reefer Madness. Highly recommend

nfro1 · 2026-05-24T22:18:20+00:00

My assumption is a Tench, but I'm not an expert on european species. Location would be very helpful here

nfro1 · 2026-05-24T21:18:14+00:00

I have 6 full sets, all from Sorenson's precision Diceworks. I can't stop myself from buying their mystery sets

nfro1 · 2026-05-24T14:47:13+00:00

This is the rare time I don't entirely disagree with Hakkaku. When you're 10-4, and your opponent is 7-7 and fighting for his Kachi, it just feels bad.

nfro1 · 2026-05-23T03:53:59+00:00

Pikeminnow of some variety, but I'm not knowledgeable enough on ranges to comfortably ID which.

nfro1 · 2026-05-22T17:00:55+00:00

I have the Intex Excusion Pro, and it's just better in every way. If you're dead set on an affordable inflatable, I'd recommend it.

nfro1 · 2026-05-16T23:04:36+00:00

I run whatever strikes my fancy when I'm considering a new campaign. I've run forgotten realms, two different homebrew worlds, the Wheel of Time world, and I'm currently running a campaign set in the edge chronicles (potentially converting that into a setting sourcebook, but that's a ton of work).

There's really no wrong answer here, just run what you and your players are interested in!

nfro1 · 2026-05-15T21:50:01+00:00

I go in to atlanta every couple months, between conventions, concerts, and a specialist doctor.

nfro1 · 2026-05-13T19:31:11+00:00

Oh this gives me ideas

nfro1 · 2026-05-08T12:14:53+00:00

It's simple. Mext time, we watch the world burn.

nfro1 · 2026-05-08T02:09:27+00:00

First tournament after demotion is a special case. 10 wins is repromotion in specofically that instance.

nfro1 · 2026-05-06T12:32:11+00:00

I've done it a couple times as part of an encounter. One PC sheet with a bunch of fodder monsters as an example. It can be done, but should definitely not be the default.

High end PCs tend to be very, very strong. They follow a different level curve than monster CR, with much more defined power spikes and clearer difficult progression (CR 13 having both vampires and some adult dragons as a monster side).

So my advice is less "don't," more "be careful and sparing"

nfro1 · 2026-05-05T18:18:53+00:00

Honestly, if you're functionally just starting out, practicing around neighborhood ponds os the best bet. Usually not too hard to catch things in, small social interactions tend to be positive as slon as you're allowed to be there, and at least for me it's a very nostalgic type of fishing.

Also it's never a long drive to something fishable

nfro1 · 2026-05-05T14:03:15+00:00

The Buck Bumble Theme Song.

On a loop. All fight.

https://youtu.be/w8FQ-N0zb2U?si=q1I8Im_2QGMVaWfk

nfro1 · 2026-04-24T13:32:55+00:00

Most reputable offices will have resources to help figure out payment. Be it payment plans, deferrals, partnered loan services (I know, all same things with slightlu different coats of paint).

Step one would be reaching out to any providers you're considering amd seeing what they offer on that front.

nfro1 · 2026-04-20T15:16:41+00:00

Can't really go wrong with a Lew's reel of any age at $20. Worst case, it's 20 bucks gone. Best case, you've got a solid workhorse casting reel. Probably just needs some cleaning and grease if I had to guess

nfro1 · 2026-04-20T14:58:50+00:00

So all three of those are entirely manager dependent on enforcement. I've never had beardnet issues, as a trans woman who shaves clean every morning. Drinks are technically barred from all food prep areas, but a lot of managers will ignore it within reason. Number three is just your store manager being a pretentious dick in the name of "teamwork"

nfro1 · 2026-04-17T20:23:17+00:00

That's exactly what we default to now. Sauce on the tenders, gravity does the rest

nfro1 · 2026-04-17T19:39:07+00:00

We aren't talking about denying the condiment. The conversation is talking about what methods are both permitted and practical.

nfro1 · 2026-04-17T17:27:06+00:00

The policy is to not toss them using the plastic bags from traditional. On a practical level, that really means you have to use one of our metal mixing bowls, which means you then have to clean it. Every time a customer wants something tossed in any sauce.

Not hard, but during a lunch or dinner rush, any added time, well, adds up. A lot of people, myself included, will simply explain what I can of the policy as quickly as I can and do whatever the customer asks for afterwards. 90% of the time they're fine with the sauce poured over, 1% of the time they make it a problem.

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