The Monstrous Misadventures of Rusty & Co.

[Athedia]

How often do you need slurs at your table? I mean no disrespect Athedia, but such sensitive matters (such as racism, adoption and identity issues) need to be handled carefully. My group is...not clear on how comfortable they are dealing with them, so I could use some advice.

And yes, I have talked about it with the players. I will do so again, I just want to have some more examples and ideas when doing so. I get that it is a sliding scale.

I always discuss with players and we have hard limits on certain actions. But this player asked for a crushing realization that her elven side wasn't the perfect thing she had built up. And it isn't cool or okay, but not all of the NPCs are likeable. BTW not adoption. Illicit affair and the twins were split at birth and sent with each parent.

If in doubt keep up a constant communication with the player. I was playing a game where a character was re-experiencing some trauma (no details) and it was something that was a major gray zone for me and my DM just talked about her posts with me before hand to make sure we weren't crossing to far and it turned into a huge moment for my character.

As for the first question, not often. I usually go more with the "Not you guys again". But for an upcoming story for one of the characters I needed something.

[Scarlet Knight]

How often do you need slurs at your table? I mean no disrespect Athedia, but such sensitive matters (such as racism, adoption and identity issues) need to be handled carefully. My group is...not clear on how comfortable they are dealing with them, so I could use some advice.

And yes, I have talked about it with the players. I will do so again, I just want to have some more examples and ideas when doing so. I get that it is a sliding scale.

Are you playing heroic or gritty fantasy? In gritty fantasy, it would be used more commonly especially about race. If you spoke with your players, you should be fine, but if unsure, keep to fantasy terms: Dirt-eater for dwarves, Sock foot for hobbits. If you want humor mix things from real life: Lawn ornament for gnomes.

In heroic fantasy, I think even Tolkien had some: Uruk-hai called smaller, weaker Orcs snaga, "slave".

[Athedia]

Are you playing heroic or gritty fantasy? In gritty fantasy, it would be used more commonly especially about race. If you spoke with your players, you should be fine, but if unsure, keep to fantasy terms: Dirt-eater for dwarves, Sock foot for hobbits. If you want humor mix things from real life: Lawn ornament for gnomes.

In heroic fantasy, I think even Tolkien had some: Uruk-hai called smaller, weaker Orcs snaga, "slave".

I will point out that in one game I am in the Gnoman Empire (yes, my DM based the entire campaign setting off a horrible pun) has urban druids known as Garden Gnomes. If you can't tell... that DM loves her puns.

I had things to use already, since I play dragon age. The Dalish in that game call city elves "Flat-ears" a similar insult since the city elves act like "shem" or humans.

[Scarlet Knight]

... If you can't tell... that DM loves her puns.

"Her" puns? A lady DM? I cry Balderdash!

Oh, I can suspend belief for dragons, elves, and unicorns! I'll even admit that once I saw a girl- gamer ( no, it's true).

But a Lady DM? Madame, you ask too much of me! Hum Bug!

[Vinyadan]

In heroic fantasy, I think even Tolkien had some: Uruk-hai called smaller, weaker Orcs snaga, "slave".

And don't forget Tark.

"Her" puns? A lady DM? I cry Balderdash!

Oh, I can suspend belief for dragons, elves, and unicorns! I'll even admit that once I saw a girl- gamer ( no, it's true).

But a Lady DM? Madame, you ask too much of me! Hum Bug!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RSt-3X-pK24

[Kantaki]

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Well, it seems Roxy chooses to be the greater elf.
And I think those physicals will get hilariously wrong. Wronger actually considering what Rusty and Cube are doing. Robespierre might join in after wolf-doc's questions.

[Vinyadan]

So, I won a plushie! And a Gnome Prize! Yuppie!

[hajo]

So, I won a plushie! And a Gnome Prize! Yuppie!

Congrats !

[hajo]

Update: Level 8-24

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Nope

[Kantaki]

I guess the two have to choose between Skylla and Charybdis now. Whatever option the sawblades are, they seem to prefer them to the Blackguard.

[hajo]

Update: Level 8-25

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National anthem, short and to the point

Also, nice shot of a barbarian in 'business attire'

[hajo]

Update: Level 8-26

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Cube shows his talent

[hajo]

Update: Level 8-28

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Advice from Mimic: "Be yourself"

[hajo]

Update: Level 8-29

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Holy smoke ! Dirk is on the run

[hajo]

Update: Level 8-30

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Proper use of a bridgeclub during baseball

[Kantaki]

That's how you use your intelligence in combat,

[hajo]

Update: Level 8-31

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Tasty Trophy Treat

[Kantaki]

Yes, yes, that should work quite well.
I mean getting a big, supertasty meal for not eating a smaller, less tasty one? Sign me up.

[Kantaki]

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I wonder if that gives bonus points. I mean a hit like like that must be rewarded.
Maybe after Malevolus starts his plan.

[hajo]

Update: Level 8-33

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Finger-food, and Face vs. Faces

Gnomish baseball is eclectic

[hajo]

Update: Level 8-34

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Showboating³

[hajo]

Update: Level 8-35

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Gooooooooooooal !

[Kantaki]

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I like Anti-Maddie’s reaction to Malevolus and the princess’ aide talking. I think she wants action.
Maybe she would feel better on the playing field.

And Mimic is next? That should be amusing.

[hajo]

Update: Level 8-37

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Didn't see that coming

[Kantaki]

Update: Level 8-37

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Didn't see that coming

Wow, that*really hurt.

*pun

[hajo]

Update: Level 8-38

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No organs harvested, yet

Also, the medic looks like Maddie’s half-troll half-sister

[Vinyadan]

"I take it back! It's not a game!"

[hajo]

Update: Level 8-39

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dropbox

Also, Derek finally sighted !

[Kantaki]

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Poor Maddie. I hope she will get better.
I guess that's the next job for Team Rusty after winning the tournament.

[Vinyadan]

...how many levels did she lose?