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He Believes He Can Fly
posted by Jordan on 2008/9/17 (Comics)
This comic is brought to you through a combination of four things: 1) School work taking up my time. 2) Spore and Dwarf Fortress taking up my time. 3) A number of other writing projects (one of which I will discuss later on in this post). And 4) A block the size of a house with "WRITER'S" written on it.
I've had this scene in mind for months. And I mean waaaay back before I had even hit issue #30. But when I finally get to the point that I can show it off, I come screeching to a halt. Although really, this isn't much of a surprise. Past experience has shown me that it happens with anything I write. Either way, here's today's long overdue comic.
Oh, and for all those arguing about stuff in the comments, fine, but don't start flaming each other, whether you mean it or not. Things have a tendency to be taken differently over the internet. I've said it before, and I'll say it again: Play nice.
Now, on to what I mentioned up above. I've been working on a bunch of writing projects and one of them is a homebrew D&D campaign. But I have a bit of a problem with it. I don't know a lot of D&D players in real life (in fact, I don't know ANY), and since I'd like to playtest my campaign sooner or later, I can't exactly do it by myself. I have a couple friends online who could help, but I'd like to test it with more than just two PCs. This is where you guys come in. The campaign itself isn't finished yet, and I'm not sure when it will be ready for testing, but if you're interested in helping me out nonetheless, then I'd be grateful. And you'd get a first-hand look at what I've been working on. 
We'd probably be playing on a play-by-post board (most likely Giantitp), and here's a few other things to keep in mind if you're interested:
- I don't really have a lot of experience as a DM. I can act as a fine player, but I haven't done a lot of DMing before. Not saying I don't know how, but don't expect me to be perfect.
- If you haven't figured it out from my comic already, I'm a storyteller. Thus, my campaign is very heavily story-focused, so expect a lot of role-playing. Also, if you have a tendency to shudder at the very thought of a DM railroading you, you might want to avoid me. I try not to use railroad tracks as much as I can, but I like having a coherent story as well. So in short, if you're planning on joining, make sure you can role-play.
- It's based on the 3.5 edition of D&D, since I haven't had much exposure to 4e, and I know the rules of 3.5 far better. I haven't changed many rules, but like I said, there's a lot of story to take in.
- I plan big. As in, going from very low-level characters into high-level heroes. The XP distribution might be faster than a normal DM, but I do it to prevent the game from slowing down and make sure there's a steady sense of progress.
Anyway, if you're interested, then stay posted, or shoot me an email or something. If you have any questions, go ahead and ask. Oh, and thanks in advance to anyone interested.
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Wow, Ok guys, I admit that Aldran has wings...
No use pretending he doesn't at this point... althougth the fireproof cardboard wings theory is really quite funny. XD
School has been keeping me busy from posting but I'd just like to say "GREAT COMIC ZARAH!"
And keep up the good work.
but since i don't know the rules that good i thought i'd better ask
i overland flight or fly a cleric spell?
The campaign sounds like fun, but I am more of a "hack 'n' slash" guy, although I do like to roleplay. It has been a while for me.
To Nidhogg: Technically you can't "walk on air," but you can balance on a cloud: the DC is 120, in 3.5 rules, idk about 4e. (I like playing epic-level adeventures XD)
Notice the hairstyle similarities between Eldhin and Finx? The guy's definitely a lich. It goes well with the Cardboard Wings theories, or he could be a Celestial/Fiendish lich.
Also, Kaal will save the day.
Also, new comic is awesome. Having a new comic is even more awesome.
Also, First Post!
As for railroading, my years as a DM tell me that the best times are to be had close to the tracks >Just curious how would a post by post game work?
Who said Aldran was a specialized Necromancer? Way back in the battle with Finx he casts a huge variety.
What's more, Eldhin has more up his sleeve than just spells. He has yet to reveal either of his domains and their associated powers, he'll have whatever SLAs he has from being a half-extraplanar-thingy, and I'm guessing he has about 2-4 levels of Fighter now that that's been stated.
This is a perfect place to leave it off as well, the brothers hovering in the air glaring at each other with the pale, waxing half-moon shining upon them, just waiting for the true battle to begin. That is epic.
Here's hoping that Aldran comes out the winner, for his sake and Keriss. Good luck, man. Have at it!
thanks for posting an making it
i can't wait 'till the next one
bye the way wht is he balance DC to walk on air? they are both epic lvl so they should be able to ^^
and a nice jump check for mr.cleric-fighter i gues
As longtime lurker, this is my first post and I just wanted to say to keep up the good work, and keep telling the story.
I likely will, but once it's a bit closer to being ready for play. As it stands, there's still a fair bit of work that I need to do to flesh it out.
But I think, a better idea would be to just post in the "Finding Players (Recruitment)" in the GitP forums, as more people will notice it. Just a thought.
btw, whats with the wings?
Also, Eldhin isn't actually a paladin? Who saw that coming? Although I guess it explains the non-paladin spells, and it will prevent the otherwise nearly inevitable "Eldhin should fall" arguments
You said some info for aspiring-roleplayers? (I´m not one of them, just curious...) And a reason for the delay?
Woot first comment.