The Force of Justice - OOC Thread

[QuickSmasherEXE]

QuickSmasherEXE Hey there! Well, if the Steve Patel idea didn't work out, why not try another? We're roleplayers! We're creative and we RP! That's what we do!

If you want any help trying to come up with another concept, I'll try and brainstorm with you?

Well, I did have another idea, but it wouldn't fill the mentalist role. If everyone's alright with me jumping in later I'd be down to try and work on it. I was thinking I could try to make a super speed guy, but his heroic actions are mostly motivated by a desire for clout. I thought that could be kind of interesting, because he's obviously selfish, but on the other he probably does net contribute to society.

EDIT: I should mention that, while I'm very appreciative of any help working on character sheets, I do like to feel like I understand the process and be kind of hands on with it.

 

[Purr]

What do you mean by clout? He would do it to Influence people? What kind of clout do you mean?

Epiphany Obligatory volleyball scene. Just for that, I will create a volleyball scene. Of some kind. And I'm going back on my last post - what is a volleyball scene in a superhero RPG without Powers? =)

 

[QuickSmasherEXE]

What do you mean by clout? He would do it to Influence people? What kind of clout do you mean?

Apparently my knowledge of clout's technical definition is slightly lacking. What I was thinking of was the fame that gives clout, he would want to be admired and respected by large crowds of people who want his autograph.

 

[Purr]

Ah! Fame!

So... perhaps he (the gender of the Character appears to have been determined) is ego-based? Maybe he doesn't like himself and thinks he needs outside positive reinforcement to make him feel like he belongs?

If that is true, huh! What kind of twists and turns might that create in a group setting? Does he include them as part of his comfort zone?

 

[Sherwood]

Well, I did have another idea, but it wouldn't fill the mentalist role. If everyone's alright with me jumping in later I'd be down to try and work on it. I was thinking I could try to make a super speed guy, but his heroic actions are mostly motivated by a desire for clout. I thought that could be kind of interesting, because he's obviously selfish, but on the other he probably does net contribute to society.

EDIT: I should mention that, while I'm very appreciative of any help working on character sheets, I do like to feel like I understand the process and be kind of hands on with it.

Its not like you and I had butted heads and I told you to get the heck out of my game! If you wish to work on a Speedster of some sort, you are welcome to submit a new character idea. As before, I am more than willing to be a sounding board and help out with any questions/concerns and give advice.

 

[Psychie]

Apparently my knowledge of clout's technical definition is slightly lacking. What I was thinking of was the fame that gives clout, he would want to be admired and respected by large crowds of people who want his autograph.

A part of that can be bought with the Perk of Positive Reputation. Then you can add some kind of Psychological Limitation of Flashy and Fame-chaser to your sheet.

 

[D. Rex]

I dont think we have ever been the type of group to be sticklers on who plays what rolls. We could probably make an entire party of tanks or an entire party of healers. Then we laugh about it and make Psyxhie mad with our puns.

 

[Sherwood]

True, my friend. I while I want the group to be able to survive a fight, I also want you guys to play what you like. I just don't want to see someone go through the work of making up a squishy character with little defenses compared to a party of tanks that can soak up massive hits and get killed.

 

[Purr]

I dont think we have ever been the type of group to be sticklers on who plays what rolls. We could probably make an entire party of tanks or an entire party of healers. Then we laugh about it and make Psyxhie mad with our puns.

Oh! D., did you see? Psychie rolled up into one of our pun-fests (Sherwood and mine) and she joined in! With a GOOD one too!

Question about the mansion's 6th Floor - are all of those apartments up there?

Are there any loft-style apartments that have a view of the open sky? I don't mean to act like I'm moving in yet, but hey, in this OOC chat here, I think that is where we are all heading!

 

[D. Rex]

Oh! D., did you see? Psychie rolled up into one of our pun-fests (Sherwood and mine) and she joined in! With a GOOD one too!

Question about the mansion's 6th Floor - are all of those apartments up there?

Are there any loft-style apartments that have a view of the open sky? I don't mean to act like I'm moving in yet, but hey, in this OOC chat here, I think that is where we are all heading!

Alas, I missed it. Have been swamped at work this week. Haven't been able to keep up with notifications.

 

[Purr]

Oh, I bet you will laugh when you do! It's in Sherwood's Rifts game (OOC). Good times! =)

 

[Sherwood]

Oh! D., did you see? Psychie rolled up into one of our pun-fests (Sherwood and mine) and she joined in! With a GOOD one too!

Question about the mansion's 6th Floor - are all of those apartments up there?

Are there any loft-style apartments that have a view of the open sky? I don't mean to act like I'm moving in yet, but hey, in this OOC chat here, I think that is where we are all heading!

Yes, those are all apartments that are the equal of a luxury suite in a hotel. While the rooms do have a window to them, there is still another floor above them that keeps them from having a skylight.

 

[Psychie]

Yeah, we can be quite hilarious at times.

 

[QuickSmasherEXE]

So... perhaps he (the gender of the Character appears to have been determined) is ego-based? Maybe he doesn't like himself and thinks he needs outside positive reinforcement to make him feel like he belongs?

I was thinking more a self-motivated egoist, but there's really no reason there couldn't be elements of both.

If that is true, huh! What kind of twists and turns might that create in a group setting? Does he include them as part of his comfort zone?

It would depend on how much they affirm his value.

Its not like you and I had butted heads and I told you to get the heck out of my game! If you wish to work on a Speedster of some sort, you are welcome to submit a new character idea. As before, I am more than willing to be a sounding board and help out with any questions/concerns and give advice.

Well, I think it would be good to help allies dodge attacks by pushing them out of the way or something. I think there's a mechanic for carrying objects at higher speed but I don't know if I'd need an DCV aid power as well. Based on the book, the general way to use super speed is flight with a limitation requiring contacting a surface, correct?

A part of that can be bought with the Perk of Positive Reputation. Then you can add some kind of Psychological Limitation of Flashy and Fame-chaser to your sheet.

I was thinking he might have a negative reputation complication. It would sort of depend on who he was dealing with, but it might be interesting to have someone seen as a sort of nuisance or wannabe in the broader superhero community.

 

[Sherwood]

Well, I think it would be good to help allies dodge attacks by pushing them out of the way or something. I think there's a mechanic for carrying objects at higher speed but I don't know if I'd need an DCV aid power as well. Based on the book, the general way to use super speed is flight with a limitation requiring contacting a surface, correct?

Yes, buying your movement power as Flight along Surfaces gives your character the ability to 'run' across water or up walls with no penalties.

 

[Sherwood]

I was thinking he might have a negative reputation complication. It would sort of depend on who he was dealing with, but it might be interesting to have someone seen as a sort of nuisance or wannabe in the broader superhero community.

A person can have both a positive and a negative reputation on the same character. It just depends on the rep, and how the other person views you.

 

[Purr]

Yes, those are all apartments that are the equal of a luxury suite in a hotel. While the rooms do have a window to them, there is still another floor above them that keeps them from having a skylight.

What?! That's it! I'm making a second Character! A matter-rearranger wearing a construction outfit who has a 100-point Limitation of passing gas whenever he uses his building-changing Powers! I'm calling him The Homewrecker! And he's gonna make a luxury suite with a skylight and astronomer's lab, baby!

On second thought... one Character in this game is enough. Ha ha ha! =)

 

[Sherwood]

Ouch. That made my brain hurt.

 

[Purr]

It would depend on how much they affirm his value.

Oh no. Is this going to be one of those guys who won't get off the couch to help unless (forgive this description - I don't know how to make this sound nicer) he is coddled or otherwise fed compliments? In my opinion, those aren't really good guys or gals but people in it for their own self-gratification. Now, having said that, I don't know anything about this new Character and I could have it all wrong! Maybe the guy understands and values the power of friendship and enjoys the two-way street that makes friendships happen!

I'm just happy that you're back in here creating something new!

 

[Purr]

I was thinking he might have a negative reputation complication. It would sort of depend on who he was dealing with, but it might be interesting to have someone seen as a sort of nuisance or wannabe in the broader superhero community.

So a good guy, but with a bad rep? Or just maybe someone who hasn't really been around long enough for the superhero community to fully get a real grasp on him? I can't imagine the Force of Justice would want anyone but good guys, proven or otherwise (like some of our Characters including mine).

 

[Psychie]

What?! That's it! I'm making a second Character! A matter-rearranger wearing a construction outfit who has a 100-point Limitation of passing gas whenever he uses his building-changing Powers! I'm calling him The Homewrecker! And he's gonna make a luxury suite with a skylight and astronomer's lab, baby!

On second thought... one Character in this game is enough. Ha ha ha! =)

Here's your new character: Bob the Builder!

 

[Sherwood]

No. Just . . . No.

 

[Psychie]

Ha ha ha!

 

[Purr]

Ha ha ha! I do hope you realize I was in no way being serious about that?

A game without humor is... (insert pun here). =)

 

[Sherwood]

Of course I knew that. Silly Dannigan.