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by Valerian
Thu Sep 11, 2008 1:16 am
Forum: Open Discussion
Topic: Castle Zagyg: The Upper Works by Gary Gygax
Replies: 22
Views: 598

<t>I got the UW a couple of weeks ago a read a little each day. It's so filled with gaming goodness and nostalgic GH references. Two thumbs way up from a very picky DM . I immediately started a new C&C game with the intent of running CZ . My hat off to EGG and all who helped on the project.<br/>...
by Valerian
Mon Aug 18, 2008 1:51 am
Forum: Open Discussion
Topic: Happy Birthday... Julian Grimm!
Replies: 13
Views: 327

Happy B-day grimm
_________________
What is best in life-

To crush the PC's

See their character sheets piled before you

And to hear the lamentations of the players

-Conan the dungeonmaster
by Valerian
Tue Jul 22, 2008 4:22 pm
Forum: Open Discussion
Topic: Top 3 Hardest Dungeons of All Time
Replies: 36
Views: 1588

<t>Ravenloft deadly . <br/> <br/> Well when I ran it I ran it as is, for the suggested levels. Those are 5-7 , strahd is a 10th level vampire mage. By old rules that's a lvel 10 dungeon encounter. The first time I had Strahd show up was upon the top of a tower , rain , lightining the whole ambieance...
by Valerian
Mon Jul 21, 2008 9:19 pm
Forum: Open Discussion
Topic: Top 3 Hardest Dungeons of All Time
Replies: 36
Views: 1588

<t>1 Tomb of horrors <br/> <br/> 2 Return to the tomb of horrors<br/> <br/> 3 Ravenloft<br/> _________________<br/> What is best in life- <br/> <br/> To crush the PC's<br/> <br/> See their character sheets piled before you<br/> <br/> And to hear the lamentations of the players<br/> <br/> -Conan the ...
by Valerian
Sun Jul 20, 2008 5:11 am
Forum: Open Discussion
Topic: non-vancian magic system
Replies: 37
Views: 831

thats exactly the recharge rate I use .
_________________
What is best in life-

To crush the PC's

See their character sheets piled before you

And to hear the lamentations of the players

-Conan the dungeonmaster
by Valerian
Sat Jul 19, 2008 6:47 pm
Forum: Open Discussion
Topic: Favorite campaign setting
Replies: 44
Views: 1457

<t>I guess greyhawk will be my all time favorite. The Forgotten Realms are close behind(grey box) . I run greyhawk for mostly site based adventures , like a castle greyhawk campaign or agianst the giants. If i want a long campaign and character development and story I use the realms. Depends on what...
by Valerian
Sat Jul 19, 2008 3:57 am
Forum: Open Discussion
Topic: My Adventurer Card
Replies: 10
Views: 270

<t>Hey is it a misprint on the Kinira card that she only has 3 lives.<br/> _________________<br/> What is best in life- <br/> <br/> To crush the PC's<br/> <br/> See their character sheets piled before you<br/> <br/> And to hear the lamentations of the players<br/> <br/> -Conan the dungeonmaster</t>
by Valerian
Wed Jul 16, 2008 9:56 pm
Forum: Open Discussion
Topic: Which demons and devils?
Replies: 17
Views: 553

<t>I use all versions , converted to whaterver I am playing . I also make up my own or mix up abilities to keep the players guessing . My players might say I use them too much .<br/> _________________<br/> What is best in life- <br/> <br/> To crush the PC's<br/> <br/> See their character sheets pile...
by Valerian
Wed Jul 16, 2008 9:37 pm
Forum: Open Discussion
Topic: non-vancian magic system
Replies: 37
Views: 831

<t>I used a spell point system for AD&D.<br/> <br/> Spells had a cost based on the level you got them . For example a 3rd level wizard spell cost 5 spell points. <br/> <br/> I then added up each level of spells muliplying by the min caster level. So 1st is 1sp , 2nd 3sp, 3rd 5 sp , all the way t...
by Valerian
Mon Jun 23, 2008 11:24 pm
Forum: Open Discussion
Topic: George Carlin Died?!?!?!?
Replies: 14
Views: 297

He was one of my favorites , so sad.
_________________
What is best in life-

To crush the PC's

See their character sheets piled before you

And to hear the lamentations of the players

-Conan the dungeonmaster
by Valerian
Wed Jun 04, 2008 3:01 pm
Forum: Open Discussion
Topic: H1 - Keep on the Shadowfell (Our Experience)
Replies: 104
Views: 1741

<t>When I ran 3.5/3.0 i s used minis a lot at first . Then i saw how it slowed things down to a crawl , drawing every room ect. I got rid of attacks of opp. for movement and the feats assciated with them then all went fine.<br/> <br/> I run AD&D and C&C these days I still use a mat but mostl...
by Valerian
Sat May 03, 2008 3:04 pm
Forum: Open Discussion
Topic: Iron Man
Replies: 31
Views: 801

<t>Yes the movie ends on a Black sabbath rif. It was a great movie and a lot of fun two thumbs up.<br/> _________________<br/> What is best in life- <br/> <br/> To crush the PC's<br/> <br/> See their character sheets piled before you<br/> <br/> And to hear the lamentations of the players<br/> <br/> ...
by Valerian
Thu Apr 17, 2008 3:45 pm
Forum: Open Discussion
Topic: Movies and Rumors
Replies: 17
Views: 740

<t>I like the movies other than Moria goblins climbing down walls. I read the books a couple of times ,onece when young then just before the movies. I thought tolkiens writing pretty boring . Very descriptive yes but long winded and drole but hey thats me.<br/> _________________<br/> What is best in...
by Valerian
Thu Apr 17, 2008 1:32 am
Forum: Open Discussion
Topic: [Humor] A Letter of Protest
Replies: 21
Views: 738

<t>What a great article . I still have my d30 colored in with crayon. My recent party just spared the poor lizardmen of dunwater as well.<br/> _________________<br/> What is best in life- <br/> <br/> To crush the PC's<br/> <br/> See their character sheets piled before you<br/> <br/> And to hear the ...
by Valerian
Sat Apr 12, 2008 2:51 pm
Forum: Open Discussion
Topic: I am the best f**k dwarf there ever has been!
Replies: 120
Views: 7556

<t>Danger dwarf ,oh where is our Danger dwarf? Danger dwarf oh Danger dwarf (underdog theme plays in background).<br/> _________________<br/> What is best in life- <br/> <br/> To crush the PC's<br/> <br/> See their character sheets piled before you<br/> <br/> And to hear the lamentations of the play...
by Valerian
Fri Apr 04, 2008 3:57 pm
Forum: Open Discussion
Topic: Castle Keepers Guide has SOLD OUT
Replies: 21
Views: 962

Grab your torches and pitchforks! Off to Omotes house!
_________________
What is best in life-

To crush the PC's

See their character sheets piled before you

And to hear the lamentations of the players

-Conan the dungeonmaster
by Valerian
Tue Apr 01, 2008 8:31 pm
Forum: Open Discussion
Topic: Enworld, new 1st edition news
Replies: 0
Views: 63

Enworld, new 1st edition news

<t>Enworld finally did a site for 1st edition. It only took them till April fools... hey wait a minute . Well any way check it out at , enworld.org<br/> _________________<br/> What is best in life- <br/> <br/> To crush the PC's<br/> <br/> See their character sheets piled before you<br/> <br/> And to...
by Valerian
Fri Mar 28, 2008 5:26 pm
Forum: Open Discussion
Topic: Stupidest monster ever
Replies: 46
Views: 1675

<t>I have to say Mordrons as well .. But that Doug guy is right up there as well.<br/> _________________<br/> What is best in life- <br/> <br/> To crush the PC's<br/> <br/> See their character sheets piled before you<br/> <br/> And to hear the lamentations of the players<br/> <br/> -Conan the dungeo...
by Valerian
Fri Mar 28, 2008 5:04 pm
Forum: Open Discussion
Topic: question about 1st edition D&D
Replies: 20
Views: 1467

<t>I have found amazon has most 1st edition AD&D books for 3-5 $ + shipping and they are in great conditiion. No bidding like ebay either.<br/> _________________<br/> What is best in life- <br/> <br/> To crush the PC's<br/> <br/> See their character sheets piled before you<br/> <br/> And to hear...
by Valerian
Fri Mar 14, 2008 8:06 pm
Forum: Open Discussion
Topic: Why I Cancelled My D&D 4e Books and Ordered C&C Inst
Replies: 140
Views: 5044

<t>I've looke dand kept up on the new 4th edition . I left 3rd a while ago to go back to first editon with a dose of 2nd and C&C , a smidgin of 3rd. I feel like I'm giving out on e of my wifes potion recipes. Yes for those who don't know me I'm married to a real life witch . Awonderful sweet wom...
by Valerian
Thu Mar 13, 2008 3:32 pm
Forum: Open Discussion
Topic: Baltrons beacon Help
Replies: 8
Views: 956

<t>Well then I do not think it is to hard at all > We will see what my players think though .<br/> _________________<br/> What is best in life- <br/> <br/> To crush the PC's<br/> <br/> See their character sheets piled before you<br/> <br/> And to hear the lamentations of the players<br/> <br/> -Cona...
by Valerian
Wed Mar 12, 2008 8:26 pm
Forum: Open Discussion
Topic: Baltrons beacon Help
Replies: 8
Views: 956

Franklincense wrote: After I gave that one some punching up, the author complained bitterly that I had made it too hard. Lemme know if you find that to be the case. Frank Mentzer ExTSR@aol.com The party I am running is big and near the top of the 4-8 level range > I made the adventure quite a bit t...
by Valerian
Wed Mar 12, 2008 3:54 pm
Forum: Open Discussion
Topic: In regards to Gary Gygax, A thank you to all of you.
Replies: 7
Views: 646

thanks KB!
_________________
What is best in life-

To crush the PC's

See their character sheets piled before you

And to hear the lamentations of the players

-Conan the dungeonmaster
by Valerian
Wed Mar 12, 2008 3:46 pm
Forum: Open Discussion
Topic: Baltrons beacon Help
Replies: 8
Views: 956

<t>They started it last night. Wandering through the swamp seeking the light. They were ambushed by a gas spore whose explosion aroused some nearby Algoids . The wizard through plant growth in the Algoids area "bamf" giant Algoids . I am an evil DM. They deafeated the Algoids and a few fog giants . ...
by Valerian
Wed Mar 12, 2008 1:43 am
Forum: Open Discussion
Topic: Gary's wake/Garycon
Replies: 51
Views: 1873

<t>Well done Sir bradley once again . My wife looks forward to another LGGC Con to get more of your prints to grace our walls.<br/> _________________<br/> What is best in life- <br/> <br/> To crush the PC's<br/> <br/> See their character sheets piled before you<br/> <br/> And to hear the lamentation...
by Valerian
Mon Mar 10, 2008 10:55 pm
Forum: Open Discussion
Topic: Baltrons beacon Help
Replies: 8
Views: 956

Baltrons beacon Help

<t>I am getting ready to run Baltrons Beacon AD&D module I7 . Upon reading it over I realized I am missing pages 13-21 all the inserts . If anyone has a scanner and the mod. I would really appreciate scans of the missing pages . You can PM me for my e-mail. Thanks anyone who can help.<br/> _____...
by Valerian
Sun Mar 09, 2008 11:29 pm
Forum: Open Discussion
Topic: Gary's wake/Garycon
Replies: 51
Views: 1873

Thanks a lot for sharing wish i could have made the trip.
_________________
What is best in life-

To crush the PC's

See their character sheets piled before you

And to hear the lamentations of the players

-Conan the dungeonmaster
by Valerian
Fri Mar 07, 2008 11:50 pm
Forum: Tributes
Topic: A Note from Troll Lord Games
Replies: 22
Views: 15738

<t>Ghul you are a funny bastard! I will buy you a guiness at LGGC IV just for making me laugh . <br/> <br/> Also thanks for the audio John it was great hearing Garys voice again.<br/> _________________<br/> What is best in life- <br/> <br/> To crush the PC's<br/> <br/> See their character sheets pil...
by Valerian
Fri Mar 07, 2008 6:38 pm
Forum: Open Discussion
Topic: WorldWide GaryCon This Weekend!
Replies: 43
Views: 2131

<t>I will also leave an empty chair at my saturday game with some books and dice piled before it . I will break out a bottle of 20 year old scotch I've been saving from my honeymoon and toast to the Greastest Dungeonmaster of all time. Anyone in CT. this sat. send me a PM and feel free to stop by fo...
by Valerian
Thu Mar 06, 2008 7:39 pm
Forum: Open Discussion
Topic: Looking for connecticut gamers
Replies: 0
Views: 67

Looking for connecticut gamers

<t>I'm looking for any old school gamers in the CT. area . I am looking for a good old rules player for my sat. night game . Must have thick skin and be able to live through character loss .<br/> _________________<br/> What is best in life- <br/> <br/> To crush the PC's<br/> <br/> See their characte...