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. Tongue

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. Tongue

- If you haven't figured it out from my comic already, I'm a storyteller. Tongue 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. Tongue 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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Forealms - 2008/9/20
[random] In the first eight panels, just over Aldran's shoulder it looks like the mountain is balding [/random]
Amaretto - 2008/9/20
lol. Nidhogg..... fireproof cardboard... lol


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.
Doopliss - 2008/9/19
That's just improbable.
nidhogg - 2008/9/19
but what if thy are not made of cardboard but of let's say. . . ehm . . . fireproof cardboard? Wink
Amy - 2008/9/19
I'd love to play, I don't know any gamers where I live, either. Drop me a line if you need a player!
Doopliss - 2008/9/19
Eldhin's wings obviously aren't cardboard since they didn't catch on fire for the Fireball spell, but Aldran's haven't seemed to move at all, and we have Word of God that he's a high-level Cleric.
The Zergling One - 2008/9/18
Nidhogg, fly is a cleric spell, but only for the travel domain, since they're probably just wings though, I wouldn't bet he took the travel domain.
nidhogg - 2008/9/18
yhea i thought that to
but since i don't know the rules that good i thought i'd better ask
i overland flight or fly a cleric spell?
Doopliss - 2008/9/18
Just because a DC isn't listed does not make it impossible.
Battleship789 - 2008/9/18
First post for me!! I like the web comic so far and can't wait for the next one to come out.

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)
Darkdrake - 2008/9/18
i am interested in joining your campaign. i am not the best player, and i dont have many books, but i would love to take part.
Doopliss - 2008/9/18
I'll add that Aldran's turning around after the slash and their switching positions suggests Eldhin did an invisibly-fast-running-slash, and is thus likely much higher a level of fighter than 4.
Mechafox - 2008/9/18
I would love to be a part of your game. I could use a good roleplay.
Doopliss - 2008/9/18
Cap'n Commoner: I like the Balancing on Air one. They're still not necessarily real wings. Very happy

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.
Uncle Festy - 2008/9/18
Ooh! I'd totally want to try that!
Also, new comic is awesome. Having a new comic is even more awesome.
nidhogg - 2008/9/17
ehm, i tink the next thing that is about tohappe is eigter those2 fighting or lana coming 2 the rescue
cap'n commoner - 2008/9/17
On the topic of the comic, does anybody have any wacky couldn't possibly be true ideas for what may happen next?
Monty - 2008/9/17
Judging by how good this comic is, I expect a great story for your game.

Also, First Post!
Mordae - 2008/9/17
(ack double post) DnD world for too long, and my RP fangs are starting to itch Happy As for railroading, my years as a DM tell me that the best times are to be had close to the tracks >Happy
Mordae - 2008/9/17
Given how good your story is so far, I'd be glad to participate in a play-by-post. Been out of the D
lord D - 2008/9/17
When Aldran gets slashed it looks like he was cut in half. Tongue

Just curious how would a post by post game work?
Doopliss - 2008/9/17
The epic confrontation of inefficient multiclassers! Very happy

Who said Aldran was a specialized Necromancer? Way back in the battle with Finx he casts a huge variety.
Archetype- - 2008/9/17
Well, frag it all. The epic confrontation is about to begin in earnest, with Eldhin holding a slight advantage. If Aldran is ordering the rest of the crew on ahead without snarking about the immenent battle all that much... Eldhin is going to be a very serious threat to Aldran, and I have a funny feeling that's putting it mildly. They can both pretty much cast all day, but Aldran's going to have to be on the ball every round and not make too many tactical errors if he expects to at least force Eldhin to withdraw. Being a specialist necromancer, most of Aldran's preferred spells won't do shit against Eldhin's most likely defenses, especially if the latter has Death Ward up.

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!
Forealms - 2008/9/17
I would be more than willing to do play-by-post, I haven't been in a decent DnD game for a while Very happy
Memnarch - 2008/9/17
Yay for non-paladin confirmation! Boo for writer's block! And at a cliffhanger too...
Sirek inta - 2008/9/17
I would love to play a play by post game, count me in!
cookie - 2008/9/17
actually love this! poor keriss, worrying about aldran. he gets all the coolest lines!
nidhogg - 2008/9/17
w00t, new AH
thanks for posting an making it Tongue
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
phoerix - 2008/9/17
Oww, I know what you mean by writer's block, I'm plagued by that quite a bit as an aspiring writer myself. Still, it makes me appreciate the effort that you put into these comics, and you are doing a great job.
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.
Jordan - 2008/9/17
"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."

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.
RecentlyAFish - 2008/9/17
I wish I had the time to join your game, I prefer the storytelling to hack and slash XP method D
insecure - 2008/9/17
I'd like to help playtesting as well, as I love a good story myself. Happy

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.
Jeff - 2008/9/17
yes please. I'm more than interested in playing a game. Especially if its play-by-post. Allows for some scheduling freedom to play.

btw, whats with the wings?
cap'n commoner - 2008/9/17
I'd be interrested in that game. I'm decent at roleplaying as long as the game (and, more importantly, the playstyle of the rest of the group) encourages it.

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
Dallas-Dakota - 2008/9/17
Woot awesome comic Zarah.
You said some info for aspiring-roleplayers? (I´m not one of them, just curious...) And a reason for the delay?

Woot first comment.
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