This weekend was overwhelmingly EXCELLENT! I was really happy to see a lot of new players (and I’m feeling pretty boss that I can start calling other people “new,” haHA!) Additionally, the NPCs freaking ROCKED, and the timing/atmosphere was really well put together. Everything just seemed to fall in place, and I know there is so much work behind the scenes to make it like that, so thanks to everyone who had a hand in it!
I apologize in advanced for the inevitable forgetting I am going to do. But be it known, I loved everyone and everything! That being said, here are my highlights:
- The fact that I literally have to open my journal to reference my notes as to where to begin. The amount of STUFF that came together this weekend was SWEET. Exhausting, yes, but AWESOME. The geeky student in me loves taking notes, and this was a satisfying weekend for that! (7 full pages, team.)
-The excellent roleplay that went along with all the difficult decisions of what to save and what had to be forsaken. Everyone reacted so differently. Immersive stressful atmosphere FTW!
-Robbs Fey! Especially rifting me into horrifying nothingness with incredible fey skillz! IG probably one of the most terrifying moments ever. It was so freaking unexpected. I love that Fey’s quirkiness! And I love that Khorwyn was right there so Alda could look at him like “OMG PROTECT ME?!?!” at the last second even though nothing could be done!
-THROWING FOUR EFFECTIVE EARTH STORMS. Book-worm scholar-ness take a step back! I was blown away that I apparently have a combatant side in me, and I was pleasantly surprised at how SATISFYING popping undead is!! Special thanks to Jesse (and your partner in crime for that hill battle), Bill, Robb, and Chris (with the “kerpop” moment <3 ) for providing me the most satisfying kills! And thanks to Ulthoc/Harrison, Ezri, and everyone else who helped make that happen for me! (Seriously, I’m very flattered that you gave such a responsibility to little Alda.)
-Speaking of Earth Storm battles- the context/set up of that “stop-the-runner” wave battle was really fun. I really really like when we have a specific, plot-related objective in battle!
-And of course! All things Ezri!! Not only are you a wonderful mentor, teacher, and supporter…but also it was so meaningful to have a friend to go through that horrifying sob-fest with. Seriously, I’m compiling a list of Children of Autumn that Alda has met who have begged for death… (Gosh darn it, Lana! So many tears!) We’re gonna figure this out for sure!!!!!!!
-Building a mutually protective relationship with Baron Harrison. I adore every aspect of that character, and Henry, you play him SO freaking well.
-Grim’s edible flower present for Alda. <3 That was so generous, dude. I’m really sorry/guilty that I OOG am such a picky eater and only tried a bite… IG, Alda was so moved by your thoughtfulness!
-Teserek bottle mod. I love any sort of puzzle where you have to figure through stuff like that. Alda loves nothing more than thinking through things! And, as always, Jesse Grabowski is the freaking man. OH, and the freaking wave of bugbears that stormed the tavern afterwards! Playing triage team with medic-Kayden was really fun!!!!
-The Reliables! New PCs FTW! Huleen, Soren, and Cantil especially- each one is so unique and interesting! Though, as one of the more veteran-ish people on that team, it got a bit awkward for me- Susie Lee is way more naturally inclined to be a leader than Alda is, and I definitely had to curb those urges and remember that Alda is meek and hesitant, lol.
-REN!!!! Alda and Ren are actually really similar in ways, I think. I truly enjoyed our roleplay!
-NPC assistant people! What’s that called, being a Benny? I love Trevor’s character and skill set, the guard captiain guy (Bill), and Collin’s amazing dude who swept in on Sunday with the good news, then was immediately sent running after a line of people who had been feared! Hahaha. I do love when we have talented people of the NPC world on our side of the battle!!
-Every single thing about Sunday. The pacing, the people, the fun, the battle. All. So. Good. Oh, especially Harrison requesting some music from Alda!
I LOVE when I get a chance to play!!!
Ok, I’m sure I’ve forgotten things, and I know I could go on forever and ever, but this list is huge! I’m such a rambler, lol! So I’ll cut it off here for now. I love you all!! <3