Recent content by cranberry

From my perspective, smart CE, is someone who does his evil stuff without regard for other people, but recognizes that he has to cover his tracks. Otherwise his evil activities might be curtailed by others.

I didn't say it had anything to do with video games. I said the preference for point buying skills was popularized by video games.

I agree 100%. The whole bard seducing everything is so stale and overused, it's ridiculous.

I personally don't care for point buy if it allows players to mix and match skills that just don't make sense together. Point buy within a defined class with a selection of abilities, specifically for that class, is what I prefer. I know a lot of people are used to video games that allow you to...

Yea, I was a player in a campaign with 8 people. It just moved way too slow, regardless of the GM's attempts to streamline. IMO, 4 or 5 is the sweet spot.

Yea, just clickbait. I guess some Youtubers are getting desperate for views.

Why? What's wrong with AI? ...runs and hides :)

Ventured deeper into Delian Tomb.

I agree that we shouldn't have to, and most adults understand basic acceptable behavior. But just in case, a written document can't hurt for the rare exception. There are a number of people here claiming that bad behavior is rampant, and that a written document isn't enough. That's what I'm...

Sure, but it's important to define what constitutes a problem player, which will differ from GM to GM. This is why I think a session zero written document is the best way to convey your expectations for player behavior. As a number have people have said, you can't cover everything, but it should...

Well, if people are running into problem players frequently, it's possible that the players may not be the problem.

It isn't necessary to list every possible situation. Most adults understand what is and isn't acceptable behavior. And for the rare person that doesn't understand, dealing with it as I mentioned should be sufficient. And it is rare. I don't understand the people who act as if this is a rampant...

You don't have to cover every possible behavior. It can be broad general categories, that most adults will get the gist of.

What's ironic is that theses folks are playing pretend too. Except it's with deities, angels, etc. instead of elves and Orcs.

During session zero, explain what is and isn't acceptable. Hand it out in writing if you think that's necessary. If they violate one of those rules, remind them in private. If they continue, send them an email stating that they violated the rules again, and they are no longer welcome at the...