Heroica RPG General Discussion

[Pandora]

It's interesting that we'll probably have the same class at some point. It could be some more interesting role play.

I really didn't know that. Yes, that will be interesting!

[Scubacarrot]

Arthur will likely go Dragoon at some point, since its equipment requirements are nearly identical to Skirmisher.

Not a good reason. I want awesome dragon development. I hope people that can go dragoon don´t do so lightly, and have a good idea of what direction they want to take it. Dragons are supposed to be (at least fairly) rare, so to raise one should be a special thing as well.

I hope this doesn't interfere with your campaign for King. Just so you know, that conversation you, Nerwen and Boomers had over Kings, powers and the Gods has been playing through Boomingham's head all dinner . It's an important informative talk, and certainly has an effect on how he assesses the houses now.

Veteran is a good stepping stone to becoming something more.

[Brickdoctor]

Anyone ever honestly wonder which of our heroes could one day become Veterans? Not as in the classes, but in rank?

I've always thought it would be fitting if Draggy, def, and Shadows came back to play, caught up in Level, and Cynthia, D'Eficcio, Galen, Nyx, Rufindel, and Shadina became the next six Veterans.

[Scorpiox]

I've always thought it would be fitting if Draggy, def, and Shadows came back to play, caught up in Level, and Cynthia, D'Eficcio, Galen, Nyx, Rufindel, and Shadina became the next six Veterans.

I'm not sure that would be the most fitting selection. Apart from Nyx, Galen and Rufindel (obviously), the original group has done little work for Heroica, important or otherwise. Yes, they tested the pilot quest, but there are many other heroes who've left a far more significant impact on Eubric and the organisation despite not being the first. For example, Guts strikes me as more vital to Heroica history than say, Shadina, who made but one post in the hall.

Just my opinion, as always.

[Zepher]

I think one of the important things when considering Veterans would be having people of different temperaments. The current veterans seem diverse, and lead lives beyond Heroica. I think that'd be important.

Guts would certainly be a veteran. But you'd need calmer people there too. Thalion would be good (level-headed, magic user, elvish) and then you'd need Skrall (old geezer, also level-headed, part of a minority). A lady for sure, probably Nyx. Maybe even Docken so that some things could get done. Arthur for his town watch affiliation?

It's interesting that all the Veterans lead daily lives not directly tied to Heroica, while the heroes don't do anything BUT work as heroes. I wonder how the Veterans feel about never going on quests anymore. I wonder why they don't, or if they do and we just don't hear about it.

[Scubacarrot]

The Valkyrie goes on quests.

Edited May 11, 2013 by Scubacarrot

[Zepher]

Then why has she never been in any of our parties? Private trips don't count as quests.

That'd be pretty funny, if every once in a while a Veteran just surprised everyone and came on a quest.

[Scorpiox]

I think one of the important things when considering Veterans would be having people of different temperaments. The current veterans seem diverse, and lead lives beyond Heroica. I think that'd be important.

Guts would certainly be a veteran. But you'd need calmer people there too. Thalion would be good (level-headed, magic user, elvish) and then you'd need Skrall (old geezer, also level-headed, part of a minority). A lady for sure, probably Nyx. Maybe even Docken so that some things could get done. Arthur for his town watch affiliation?

Nerwen, DEFINITELY. She'd make the perfect antithesis to Guts as a veteran.

I certainly couldn't see Haldor ever becoming a veteran, it isn't in his nature. Skovgaard would always want to be the man on the front line, working hard and fighting the same fight over and over in service of the organisation. It's because of this that he'll have to die at some point, likely a heroic sacrifice or going out with a bang. A suicide mission or betrayal would work nicely also. Thoughts?

[CMP]

It's interesting that all the Veterans lead daily lives not directly tied to Heroica, while the heroes don't do anything BUT work as heroes. I wonder how the Veterans feel about never going on quests anymore. I wonder why they don't, or if they do and we just don't hear about it.

I doubt they do go on Quests, which is why Atramor probably wouldn't make a good one. Too much questionable justice to deal out and friendly NPCs to accidentally maim.

I certainly couldn't see Haldor ever becoming a veteran, it isn't in his nature. Skovgaard would always want to be the man on the front line, working hard and fighting the same fight over and over in service of the organisation. It's because of this that he'll have to die at some point, likely a heroic sacrifice or going out with a bang. A suicide mission or betrayal would work nicely also. Thoughts?

Death or nothing!

[Zepher]

In later Sandy quests, I think I will option deaths. I've said it many times, but if a QM thinks that they could kill off Boomingham or even maim him in a way that would be fitting to him, I'd happily accept it. But its gotta be a good reason.

[Scubacarrot]

In later Sandy quests, I think I will option deaths. I've said it many times, but if a QM thinks that they could kill off Boomingham or even maim him in a way that would be fitting to him, I'd happily accept it. But its gotta be a good reason.

Kicked in the nuts so hard after making inappropiate comments to Captain Patrica he never really became the same man again. Does that count?

[Scorpiox]

I doubt they do go on Quests, which is why Atramor probably wouldn't make a good one. Too much questionable justice to deal out and friendly NPCs to accidentally maim.

Death or nothing!

Hmm, maybe Haldor and Atramor could die together. That'd be pretty exciting. Two brave blokes staying behind to hold off the horde, and allowing everyone else to go and save the day. Viking burials certainly, with the heroes weeping profusely. Then they can build statues in the foyer...

[Zepher]

My only goal in this game (beyond Mumbassa's survival) is to win the approval of Sandy/Guts NPCs (and PCs), none of which like me.

[Scubacarrot]

My only goal in this game (beyond Mumbassa's survival) is to win the approval of Sandy/Guts NPCs (and PCs), none of which like me.

If it´s any consolation, I don´t hate you out of character.

[Endgame]

My only goal in this game (beyond Mumbassa's survival) is to win the approval of Sandy/Guts NPCs (and PCs), none of which like me.

I thought Ellaria and Boomingham were on decent terms.

Also: Guts and Nerwen as veterans. Yes.

[CMP]

Hmm, maybe Haldor and Atramor could die together. That'd be pretty exciting. Two brave blokes staying behind to hold off the horde, and allowing everyone else to go and save the day. Viking burials certainly, with the heroes weeping profusely. Then they can build statues in the foyer...

That's what we call a vain attempt at being remembered. Atramor wouldn't consciously go to his death unless he had a fair chance of coming out of it alive. Cast in point, Triad.

Now, something like the cemetery battle in Quest 53, that would be a fantastic death.

Edited May 11, 2013 by CallMePie

[Zepher]

If it´s any consolation, I don´t hate you out of character.

What if I hated your character while I was OoC, but liked you OoC and my character liked your character. How complicated would that be?

That's what we call a vain attempt at being remembered.

Now, something like the cemetery battle in Quest 53, that would be a fantastic death.

A vain attempt to be remembered is how Boomingham has to die. That's his literal goal.

The cemetery battle remained one of my favorite moments. Nyx went down in such a fantastic way with Atramor watching (great character moment) and then it was just Thothwick and Atramor left at the end (great character moment) and then XX showed up and got to see Nyx (great character moment).

[Scorpiox]

That's what we call a vain attempt at being remembered. Atramor wouldn't consciously go to his death unless he had a fair chance of coming out of it alive. Cast in point, Triad.

Now, something like the cemetery battle in Quest 53, that would be a fantastic death.

You've been evicted from the certain-death suicide party!

That's where our two characters differ. Haldor's not stupid or reckless, but he would recognise that something was the only option to save his friends and act accordingly. He cares about himself and is fairly vain, but being a nord he considers death in battle as the most honourable possible end for a warrior. He'll just be chilling in a pool of blood until the Vamps come to fly his soul away.

[CMP]

That's where our two characters differ. Haldor's not stupid or reckless, but he would recognise that something was the only option to save his friends and act accordingly. He cares about himself and is fairly vain, but being a nord he considers death in battle as the most honourable possible end for a warrior. He'll just be chilling in a pool of blood until the Vamps come to fly his soul away.

Atramor is sometimes stupid and reckless. I again refer you to Triad.

The Pheles Rod is pretty much a good example of his outlook on that. There'd have to be a hell of a lot at stake for him to consider dying for it. Absorbing a bunch of damage and reflecting some of it back, though, is something he's a lot more willing to do than he once was, given what happened at the end of 53...but it's more out of guilt than anything,

So, to sum it up, he'd take a bullet for his party...but only if he knows it's not going to kill him.

[The Legonater]

Not sure exactly how Dyric would die, save for simply fighting for his friends and what he believe in. All in all, though, I'd probably prefer his death to be jarring and unexpected, much in the way Zepher would probably enjoy.

[Rumble Strike]

I know it's a bit lame to nominate your own haracter, but I genuinely think Tarn would make a good Veteran when he is older.

[CMP]

I know it's a bit lame to nominate your own haracter, but I genuinely think Tarn would make a good Veteran when he is older.

I agree, Tarn seems like he'd do a good job of it.

[Flipz]

Nerwen, DEFINITELY. She'd make the perfect antithesis to Guts as a veteran.

Agreed. I think I mentioned before that they'd make an interesting ship--perhaps not a truly serious one, but a fling, or a friends with benefits sort of scenario. (Actually, why hasn't THAT shown up as a storyline? "Friends with benefits who eventually fall in love" is like one of the top 10 most common rom-com plots ever, how the hell have we been running so long without even touching on it?? )

I know it's a bit lame to nominate your own haracter, but I genuinely think Tarn would make a good Veteran when he is older.

After some more development, yes. Incidentally, I think Tarn's finally getting to the point where Shaman would be a good choice for him--he's matured, and he's started to realize there's more to life than just hitting things. Plus, that mask SCREAMS "Witch Doctor/Shaman" so loud it's not even funny.

So, to sum it up, he'd take a bullet for his party...but only if he knows it's not going to kill him.

Arthur's the type where he'll gladly give up his life to protect something he believes in...but also to have a back up plan to cheat death, especially if his death would mean the thing he's protecting is destroyed. "If you can't win, change the rules."

I think one of the important things when considering Veterans would be having people of different temperaments. The current veterans seem diverse, and lead lives beyond Heroica. I think that'd be important.

Guts would certainly be a veteran. But you'd need calmer people there too. Thalion would be good (level-headed, magic user, elvish) and then you'd need Skrall (old geezer, also level-headed, part of a minority). A lady for sure, probably Nyx. Maybe even Docken so that some things could get done. Arthur for his town watch affiliation?

It's interesting that all the Veterans lead daily lives not directly tied to Heroica, while the heroes don't do anything BUT work as heroes. I wonder how the Veterans feel about never going on quests anymore. I wonder why they don't, or if they do and we just don't hear about it.

That'd be pretty funny, if every once in a while a Veteran just surprised everyone and came on a quest.

I agree with both of these ideas.

Edited May 11, 2013 by Flipz

[Vash the Stampede]

You've been evicted from the certain-death suicide party!

That's where our two characters differ. Haldor's not stupid or reckless, but he would recognise that something was the only option to save his friends and act accordingly. He cares about himself and is fairly vain, but being a nord he considers death in battle as the most honourable possible end for a warrior. He'll just be chilling in a pool of blood until the Vamps come to fly his soul away.

Hmmmmm, Dreyrugr is currently in Brendenton. Can the suicide wait?

[Dannylonglegs]

Hmmmmm, Dreyrugr is currently in Brendenton. Can the suicide wait?

Nope! Oh, wait, you meant other than Fleur's? (Although, to be fair, her goal is not suicide, but she really doesn't care if she dies. )

~Insectoid Aristocrat