Need a GM for a PF2e Campaign. Plenty of players interested!

[Nuptup]

Hey there, just making a simple post for this. Not sure if anyone else wants it, but consider this an interest check or call to arms I guess. But, I'd like to see if I can stir up some attention for a potential DnD 4e or PF2e game so I can playtest some of the homebrew options in my signature.

Campaign specifics would 100% be up to the GM, and ideally I'd like to see some of the playtest ideas in my signature getting used, so a GM and fellow players that are interested in testing them out would be awesome.

If anyone is interested at all, I'd love to hear from other Playground roamers. Maybe an ambitious GM or two will see this as an opportunity to put homebrew to the test. Who knows?Edit: Adding a list of the people who have shown interest in each system so that a potential GM can see the interest when reading. It seems like we have enough interested players for a campaign for either system or both.DnD 4e Player List: 9

Nuptup (https://forums.giantitp.com/member.php?232351-Nuptup) - Defender (Hopefully a Homebrew in my Signature (https://forums.giantitp.com/showsinglepost.php?p=25993923&postcount=331))
InAction (https://forums.giantitp.com/member.php?152996-InAction) - Striker (Hopefully with Vampire Theme (https://forums.giantitp.com/showthread.php?666493-D-amp-D-4e-Vampire-Character-Theme-(PEACH)))
Infernally Clay (https://forums.giantitp.com/member.php?67427-Infernally-Clay) - Leader (Tiefling Warlord)
Triskavanski (https://forums.giantitp.com/member.php?57249-Triskavanski) - Striker (Revenant Warlock or Changeling Assassin)
JNAProductions (https://forums.giantitp.com/member.php?95048-JNAProductions) - Controller (TBD)
RdMarquis (https://forums.giantitp.com/member.php?43735-RdMarquis) - Unknown
SCARY WIZARD (https://forums.giantitp.com/member.php?51061-SCARY-WIZARD) - Unknown
Greenflame133 (https://forums.giantitp.com/member.php?161218-Greenflame133) - Unknown
onlie2005 (https://forums.giantitp.com/member.php?70811-onlie2005) - Potential DM?

PF2e Player List: 8

Nuptup (https://forums.giantitp.com/member.php?232351-Nuptup) - Interested in the Skald Instinct (https://forums.giantitp.com/showthread.php?666476-PF2e-Barbarian-Skald-Instinct-(PEACH)) with Battle Dancer Dedication (https://forums.giantitp.com/showthread.php?666475-PF2e-Battle-Dancer-Dedication-(PEACH))
InAction (https://forums.giantitp.com/member.php?152996-InAction) - Unknown
Infernally Clay (https://forums.giantitp.com/member.php?67427-Infernally-Clay) - Unknown
Triskavanski (https://forums.giantitp.com/member.php?57249-Triskavanski) - Unknown
ArvinLarn (https://forums.giantitp.com/member.php?325613-ArvinLarn) - Unknown
Burning Spear (https://forums.giantitp.com/member.php?64336-Burning-Spear) - Unknown
Greenflame133 (https://forums.giantitp.com/member.php?161218-Greenflame133) - Unknown
onlie2005 (https://forums.giantitp.com/member.php?70811-onlie2005) - Unknown

[InAction]

Returning to the playground and I'd like to voice my interest as well. Haven't played in a 4E game for a while and I've not played any PF2E yet, but I've been meaning to cut my teeth on it, so I'd be down for either system.

[Greenflame133]

I would very much Intrasted in a pf2e, didn't even get to play it much but it looks hella intrasting.

D&D 4e is something I never play but am willing to try, but I'm worried how the system filled with reactions will do in pbp

[JNAProductions]

I'd be down for 4E. Been getting back into it for a bit.

[Infernally Clay]

A PF2E game would be fun. We don't get enough of those here.

[Triskavanski]

Always looking for a pf2e game to try more things.

[Nuptup]

So far we've got 4 people interested in a 4e game, and 5 people interested in a pf2e game. So, if we could just find a GM for either system (or both) we have enough people to be able to start a game of either one or both. *Crosses Fingers*

[onlie2005]

I would be interested in either.

[RdMarquis]

So far we've got 4 people interested in a 4e game, and 5 people interested in a pf2e game. So, if we could just find a GM for either system (or both) we have enough people to be able to start a game of either one or both. *Crosses Fingers*

Make that 5 for 4e. I haven’t played it for too long.

[Nuptup]

Looks like 6 and 6 then including onlie.

Just need a DM or two and we could get one of each going.

I guess since this all started with me wanting playtests for my homebrew, does anyone that's interested in playing also want to test one of the homebrews in my signature below?

[InAction]

I guess since this all started with me wanting playtests for my homebrew, does anyone that's interested in playing also want to test one of the homebrews in my signature below?

I definitely would love to take that Vampire Theme for a test run in a 4E game.

[Nuptup]

Depending on the party comp, I'd want to try out my Runeguard or the Arcane Archer. The Arcane Archer works well with a group that is somewhat melee stacked, making it easy for your party to force the enemy into provoking your mark. However, for a more traditional party composition, I'd likely play the Runeguard as the party defender.

In a pf2e game, I've got an idea to play a Skald Barbarian with the Battle Dancer instinct for a true raging performer idea. Barring that idea, I'd likely go with a Shadow Assassin Unseelie Agent build. Or just something with the great weapon dedication. Maybe Fighter or Ranger.

[SCARY WIZARD]

One more for 4E. ;___; I like the Essentials books! I also found Arcane Power at a convention my coworker ran, last year.

[Nuptup]

One more for 4E. ;___; I like the Essentials books! I also found Arcane Power at a convention my coworker ran, last year.

If you're interested in running a homebrew version of an essentials option, you might like my striker conversion of the Bladesinger. It's down in my signature. Turns Bladesinger into a melee striker. You might like it.

[onlie2005]

Okay I am going to take a big leap here and maybe do something I fear I might regret much later. I might be willing to run a 4e game. BUT there are a few complications......

1. I am a really inexperienced DM. And personally I would rather play than be a DM. But you know it never hurts to try something different. So I am willing to give it a shot. But expect to pull your hair out half of the time, be very patient and even tempered if you want this to be a fun game, and expect me to make a billion mistakes. I will be open to criticism as long as it is polite but you really have to be patient with me.

2. On that note I will be using Keep on the Shadowfell, in the Forgotten Realms setting. It will not be homebrew. As an inexperienced DM I will be going basic. I will accept Essentials, character themes and backgrounds though. But not much beyond that. No exotic characters beyond the basic races and character classes. I need to keep things a little more simple and less complicated. No psionics. And for the moment I will not go beyond the first module. It depends on how I do and how the players feel.

3. I am terrible at maps and if anybody is willing am willing to accept help and advice on this matter.

[Nuptup]

2. It will not be homebrew. As an inexperienced DM I will be going basic. I will accept Essentials, character themes and backgrounds though. But not much beyond that.

Does this mean you will only accept characters that are essentials, not base game classes like the regular fighter, cleric, wizard, rogue, etc? Just wanting to clarify that since there's at least two of us who wanted to test the homebrew stuff (which wouldn't affect you and would mostly just be me taking notes on balance) and I'm not sure what any of the others wanted to play, but I would assume not everyone would want to be an essentials class. I might be wrong, but it'd be a first for me anyway. I will still likely play even if we can't playtest the homebrew stuff, but I'd very much prefer to playtest it if possible.

For maps, I have a full collection of all the maps and a complete pdf write-up of all the stuff to convert KotSF to forgotten realms all wrapped up in a single document so you don't have to hunt around for it all. For maps I would suggest making your own private campaign on foundry or roll20 and using that for your map and grid and tokens, and then just uploading screenshots of relevant stuff between turns. Alternatively, if you have a foundry server hosted on like, Moltenhosting for example, you could literally just provide everyone with a link to it and they could quickly sign in, move their character, target enemies, and make any needed rolls, then report what happened to the forum.

[InAction]

Does this mean you will only accept characters that are essentials, not base game classes like the regular fighter, cleric, wizard, rogue, etc? Just wanting to clarify that since there's at least two of us who wanted to test the homebrew stuff (which wouldn't affect you and would mostly just be me taking notes on balance) and I'm not sure what any of the others wanted to play, but I would assume not everyone would want to be an essentials class. I might be wrong, but it'd be a first for me anyway. I will still likely play even if we can't playtest the homebrew stuff, but I'd very much prefer to playtest it if possible.
Yeah, I'm curious too. I don't mind so much if I can't try the homebrew content, but I'd rather not be stuck having to play as an Essentials class.

[Nuptup]

Yeah, I'm curious too. I don't mind so much if I can't try the homebrew content, but I'd rather not be stuck having to play as an Essentials class.

Like, I have a character that is technically strictly essentials that I would be willing to play, but I would definitely much rather playtest one of my homebrews. However, regardless of what the decision is for homebrew, essentials only, core only, etc, mark me down as a defender for the 4e group. I'll make something that works. Also, while I personally wouldn't want essentials only, I want to play advocate to it and say that it would likely make PbP more smooth since it's intended to be simplified. But, I digress.

[Infernally Clay]

I would take...


...I will accept Essentials, character themes and backgrounds though. But not much beyond that. No exotic characters beyond the basic races and character classes...

...this to mean that any Player Handbook 1 classes or races are allowed, or their Essentials versions if you'd prefer to use those instead.

If I'm right I'm up for playing a Tiefling Warlord. Could be pretty fun, that.

[Nuptup]

I guess that's one way to interpret it. I hadn't thought that way, but we'll have to wait and see. But, I guess since roles are getting claimed, here's what I'd run based on what the GM would allow.

Homebrew allowed: Runeguard Frontline Defender (or Arcane Archer "backline" defender if the rest of the party is melee heavy).
No Homebrew: Either a Hexblade that leans heavily towards Defender/Controller, or some standard Defender based on party needs.
Essentials ONLY: Hybrid Cavalier|Vampire Defender, Theme TBD, Race probably Human or Revenant.

[JNAProductions]

I might wanna be a Controller. We should make sure we get all the roles covered!

[Nuptup]

Well, if you're considering playing a Controller, and we have me on a Defender and we have a warlord as well, all we really need is a Striker for a full party.

[InAction]

I don't mind taking the Striker role. My plan, provided using Homebrew is allowed, was to make a Vampire Avenger; a Paladin in their former life before being turned and has fallen, only finding solace in their undead life by rededicating themselves to a new deity and in doing so swearing an oath of vengeance against the vampire lord that took their life.

And just 'cause I kind of like that concept still, if we must do without Homebrew I'll go for (DM permitting) a Hybrid of the Vampire class? Paladin|Vampire? Swordmage|Vampire? Blackguard|Vampire?

If not, I can fall back on something else. Probably Barbarian. I've wanted to try going Thunderborn recently. Ooh, or dust off an old idea I had for a Vestige Pact Warlock.

[RdMarquis]

I think I'd better bow out of this game. No offense to anyone, I just have a pretty good idea of how KotS goes, and I prefer to go into a storyline without knowing anything beforehand.

[Nuptup]

I don't mind taking the Striker role. My plan, provided using Homebrew is allowed, was to make a Vampire Avenger; a Paladin in their former life before being turned and has fallen, only finding solace in their undead life by rededicating themselves to a new deity and in doing so swearing an oath of vengeance against the vampire lord that took their life.

And just 'cause I kind of like that concept still, if we must do without Homebrew I'll go for (DM permitting) a Hybrid of the Vampire class? Paladin|Vampire? Swordmage|Vampire? Blackguard|Vampire?

If not, I can fall back on something else. Probably Barbarian. I've wanted to try going Thunderborn recently. Ooh, or dust off an old idea I had for a Vestige Pact Warlock.

Well, depending on what is or isn't allowed, I might end up being a vampire anyway lol. But, I'm hoping, if anything, they'd at least allow the theme since it's much less impactful than a class overhaul. So, I think the vampire avenger would be pretty dope.


I think I'd better bow out of this game. No offense to anyone, I just have a pretty good idea of how KotS goes, and I prefer to go into a storyline without knowing anything beforehand.

If you think so, that's fine. But, they did mention doing the forgotten realms version, which is a pretty neat change to the game. But, I understand either way. Currently we have a full set of 4 at least ATM.

We just need to hear from onlie to see what they'll allow.

[InAction]

If you think so, that's fine. But, they did mention doing the forgotten realms version, which is a pretty neat change to the game. But, I understand either way. Currently we have a full set of 4 at least ATM.
Oh yeah, I forgot they did mods for different campaign settings. Guess I ought to bone up on my Forgotten Realms lore and tailor my build concepts accordingly.

[Triskavanski]

Things I'd make for a 4e game would be a Revenent Warlock, or changeling assassin, but alas there isn't a good repository on stuff and assassin gets weird since there is two assassin classes.

[Buufreak]

Things I'd make for a 4e game would be a Revenent Warlock, or changeling assassin, but alas there isn't a good repository on stuff and assassin gets weird since there is two assassin classes.

Have you not seen the resources on the 4e discord?

[Triskavanski]

I've never seen a 4e discord.

[Buufreak]

I've never seen a 4e discord.

Well that is easily amended. Check the resource tab for character builders, source references, srd, all the kind of stuff you would probably want compiled into a single location.

https://discord.com/invite/hQvwDDqn

[Nuptup]

DnD 4e Player List: 7

Nuptup (https://forums.giantitp.com/member.php?232351-Nuptup) - Defender (Hopefully a Homebrew in my Signature (https://forums.giantitp.com/showsinglepost.php?p=25993923&postcount=331))
InAction (https://forums.giantitp.com/member.php?152996-InAction) - Striker (Hopefully with Vampire Theme (https://forums.giantitp.com/showthread.php?666493-D-amp-D-4e-Vampire-Character-Theme-(PEACH)))
Infernally Clay (https://forums.giantitp.com/member.php?67427-Infernally-Clay) - Leader (Tiefling Warlord)
Triskavanski (https://forums.giantitp.com/member.php?57249-Triskavanski) - Striker (Revenant Warlock or Changeling Assassin)
JNAProductions (https://forums.giantitp.com/member.php?95048-JNAProductions) - Controller (TBD)
RdMarquis (https://forums.giantitp.com/member.php?43735-RdMarquis) - Unknown
SCARY WIZARD (https://forums.giantitp.com/member.php?51061-SCARY-WIZARD) - Unknown
Greenflame133 (https://forums.giantitp.com/member.php?161218-Greenflame133) - Unknown
onlie2005 (https://forums.giantitp.com/member.php?70811-onlie2005) - Potential DM?

Looks like we have plenty for a full party and some spares assuming onlie2005 or a different DM wants to get the ball rolling on this. I can help with organizing things. Just need to formally start the group and whatnot.

PF2e Player List: 6

Nuptup (https://forums.giantitp.com/member.php?232351-Nuptup) - Interested in the Skald Instinct (https://forums.giantitp.com/showthread.php?666476-PF2e-Barbarian-Skald-Instinct-(PEACH)) with Battle Dancer Dedication (https://forums.giantitp.com/showthread.php?666475-PF2e-Battle-Dancer-Dedication-(PEACH))
InAction (https://forums.giantitp.com/member.php?152996-InAction) - Unknown
Infernally Clay (https://forums.giantitp.com/member.php?67427-Infernally-Clay) - Unknown
Triskavanski (https://forums.giantitp.com/member.php?57249-Triskavanski) - Unknown
Greenflame133 (https://forums.giantitp.com/member.php?161218-Greenflame133) - Unknown
onlie2005 (https://forums.giantitp.com/member.php?70811-onlie2005) - Unknown

For the pathfinder game, we maybe have enough interested players if the ones listed above all turn out to play, but we still need a DM for the game.
Anyone willing to step up and run either of these?

[InAction]

Bumping with a question; so PF2e recently had something of an update and I've been a little confused as to whether or not the earlier edition- er, version of 2e has been completely thrown out? Like can I still play a character of a different ancestry option outside of what it's in the Player Core book?

[Nuptup]

In general, the way I've been seeing most groups handle it is "Use the remastered rules when possible, if a remastered version of something doesn't exist, use the old version and adjust wording as needed."

[onlie2005]

I am still unsure if I want to DM this. Truth be told I would rather play. But know that I am considering DMing.

[Buufreak]

This appears maybe dead in the water.

If, say, a given amorphous djinn-like entity were to run this, how entirely malleable does each player wish to be with character creation? Any quality of life house rules that seem to be common fair? Would something closer to a one shot or a campaign be wanted?

[InAction]

Well, I'd still like to be able to try some of those homebrew options, so I suppose when it comes to character creation it'd be fair to say anything goes?

As for house-rules, I've seen some 4E games where feats like Improved Defenses or a choice of Weapon Expertise are given as bonus feats. Something like that I guess? Put it up to a party vote?

And my preference is for a full-on campaign still.

[JNAProductions]

Well, I'd still like to be able to try some of those homebrew options, so I suppose when it comes to character creation it'd be fair to say anything goes?

As for house-rules, I've seen some 4E games where feats like Improved Defenses or a choice of Weapon Expertise are given as bonus feats. Something like that I guess? Put it up to a party vote?

And my preference is for a full-on campaign still.

Echoing this post.

[SCARY WIZARD]

I'm cool with RAW or house rules like InAction said.

Looks like there's about every role covered... I'll put in as a Controller. Had fun with a Human Mage-Enchanter (Essentials) before.

[Nuptup]

Yeah, for the most part, I'm fine with RAW for most things, but I was also wanting to try out one of the playtest things I posted. So, as long as that's on the table, I'm down for whatever. Something longer-lasting would be ideal, but I'm down for whatever.

Definitely wouldn't say the post is dead in the water, maybe just the prospects of the other person dm'ing it.

[InAction]

Bumping interest again.

[ArvinLarn]

Bumping this Thread to express my own interest in a PF 2e game, as well.

[Burning Spear]

PF 2e game interest +1 if PF 2e isn't to different from 1e..

[Infernally Clay]

PF 2e game interest +1 if PF 2e isn't to different from 1e..

It's quite a bit different. I like it a lot as a system and I feel the classes are much better balanced because of the way actions are used. It's a shame we don't get more games of it here.

[InAction]

It's quite a bit different. I like it a lot as a system and I feel the classes are much better balanced because of the way actions are used. It's a shame we don't get more games of it here.
I imagine it comes down to how PF1 is what most folks on the Playground are used to, much in the same way that they were used to 3.5 that they kept playing about the time 4E was making waves.

[Buufreak]

For those of the 4e inclination:

https://discord.com/invite/W4gXF2RT

Edit to say it is a link to a game. Character build rules are there.

[Nuptup]

For those of the 4e inclination:

https://discord.com/invite/W4gXF2RT

Edit to say it is a link to a game. Character build rules are there.

I'll be joining there in about 2 hours when i get a chance to hop onto discord, but definitely count me in!

[Nuptup]

PF2e Player List: 8

Nuptup (https://forums.giantitp.com/member.php?232351-Nuptup) - Interested in the Skald Instinct (https://forums.giantitp.com/showthread.php?666476-PF2e-Barbarian-Skald-Instinct-(PEACH)) with Battle Dancer Dedication (https://forums.giantitp.com/showthread.php?666475-PF2e-Battle-Dancer-Dedication-(PEACH))
InAction (https://forums.giantitp.com/member.php?152996-InAction) - Unknown
Infernally Clay (https://forums.giantitp.com/member.php?67427-Infernally-Clay) - Unknown
Triskavanski (https://forums.giantitp.com/member.php?57249-Triskavanski) - Unknown
ArvinLarn (https://forums.giantitp.com/member.php?325613-ArvinLarn) - Unknown
Burning Spear (https://forums.giantitp.com/member.php?64336-Burning-Spear) - Unknown
Greenflame133 (https://forums.giantitp.com/member.php?161218-Greenflame133) - Unknown
onlie2005 (https://forums.giantitp.com/member.php?70811-onlie2005) - Unknown



Since a 4e game has been started above, I'll be monitoring this thread for a PF2e game going forward and I'll be changing the thread title accordingly.