That must have been weird. I mean, your Ron, the character is Ron. I was
getting a little confused on who was what, lol.
It is justthat I would change all of it to fit what I am doing so much that
they would no longer resemble what you made them.
No apologizes required. It is cool he liks the story and map pack.
I have what might be an interesting idea for your friend, but that is up to
him on if he wanted to work with it or not.
I will send it along in a bit.
al
From: ian-reeds-games-bounce@xxxxxxxxxxxxx
[mailto:ian-reeds-games-bounce@xxxxxxxxxxxxx] On Behalf Of Ron
Sent: Tuesday, November 01, 2016 6:56 PM
To: ian-reeds-games@xxxxxxxxxxxxx
Subject: [ian-reeds-games] Re: Den of the slave lords WIP
I apologize that my friends ideas always seem to turn out this way
As for the character Ron he's not actually overpowering by himself but his
quest weapon can make him that way just through abilities alone
Ron could still use his quest weapon as a regular sword and it would act like
a regular sword without the abilities
The abilities will just enhance what he's capable of doing is what they're
intended for
Ron may be the lead character in the idea but he's not one for taking the
lead in less the storyline putting their
Ron would rather work with the lead character then against him letting the
lead character the storyline take the lead and him just working along and
where he can
The character Ron prefers adventures like this so he can gain experience in
using his quest weapon as a regular sword so he doesn't half to rely on the
abilities
Ron would normally hold back unless he was in a dire situation
For example if the entire party were to fall on conscious leaving Ron the
only one standing against a number of enemies Ron would go all out to wipe
the enemy out so he can attend to the party as quickly as he can
Ron doesn't have access to any of the quest ability healing abilities but he
could pull off a weaker form of the minor healing to get the main healers in
the party back on her feet to heal the rest of the party or quickly use the
medical care and pull out a Hypospray to quickly heal the main healer and put
it away before they notice
He could be overpowering but prefers to hold back and less he has no choice
As for Rikku pretty much the same
Except she is not able to get as powerful as Ron can
She also does not have the skill to use the medical kit but she does have
access to her own magic for healing and stuff
Rikku is from a similar D & D world just several years advanced
Jinx on the other hand her mother created her to be over powering
If it were me putting it together I would've had it far more balanced and
corrected and I am still trying to on jumble what is here already
Unless Allen can figure something out before I do then I will try to work
with what he comes up with
Over all the characters weren't meant to be overpowering in the story or ford
to take the lead from the story then I'm still trying to figure out the
jumbled mess my friend made
I hope this helps in any miss leading impressions of the story idea i'm more
of a co-author to this idea . Ron d
On Nov 1, 2016, at 12:04 PM, Sharni-Lee Ward <sharni-lee.ward@xxxxxxxxxxx>
wrote:
*sigh*
I've skimmed through all these emails and what this looks like to me is a
phenomenon I've seen in fanfiction communities, where someone makes a
superspecial character and then sends reviews to their favourite authors
saying "Hey can you put my superpowered OC into your fic? Even though she
doesn't fit into the setting? Even though she's p much a main character and
you already have the main lead? Oh, and can you ship her romantically with
Character X?"
From the sounds of it, this character does not fit into this setting. The
name is very meh, the backstory's a mess from what I see and honestly the
idea of this character coming into a freakin' D AND D based pack with elves
and halflings and paladins is ... painful...
On 1/11/2016 11:47 PM, Allan Thompson wrote:
No worries Ron, grin.
Ok, I will try to fit everything ino this email.
That your friend is digging the story is really cool to me. The real problem
is that it is hard to add things to an already developed stryline. On top of
that the balance thing is already in a state of flux and adding quest powers
and large number of powerful attacks mweans tat the characters really are
unable to interact in a combat situation.
Ontop of that, the charactersbring in a whole cosmos of things that I was not
planning on introducing. Starfleet for example, and the mysterious quest
force.
That being said, I don't mind if he wants to modify what I make to fit his
version of events.
I will explain what I mean.
I forgot the authors name, but this one guy wrote a book about Dracula. He
actually took Bram Stokers storyline, and changed the perspective to that of
the vampire. He made it so that the Dracula in the original story, came
across as something/someone completely different.
I think the author was Saberhagen but I cant remember off the top of my head.
Orson Scott Card also did this with his Ender series, telling the same story
from two different perspectives.
So I dontthink I can include it in the original story.except that I could
make a reference to one or both of them where I think someone who played his
would recognize them. A cameo in other words.
If that wont do, I would be happy to help you guys develop a storyline start
to finish for his own original content, and I wouldt mind helping were I
could. I tend to write a lot, and I think we can come up with a story he
could have that would be a nice outline. Not too rigid that he couldn't
change things, but not so open he would get frustrated and give up.
I will check out what I got. I cant recall what the teleport in diablo sounds
like but I am sure I can find it, Diablo was hugely popular back in the day.
Geez, they must have a zillion sequels by now, grin.
Final fantasy! I played one on the SNES when I was much younger, but the one
I really liked was final fantasy 7. It was on the original playstation,
featured several CD discs and had a character named Cloud who had this
massive sword. That game was a lot of fun.
Man, I'm old. Sigh.
Actually, my offer extends to you as well Ron. I think it was you who was
building a mechwarrior map pack? Or was it something else..I recalled it was
some kind of mech suit or armor.
al
From: ian-reeds-games-bounce@xxxxxxxxxxxxx
[mailto:ian-reeds-games-bounce@xxxxxxxxxxxxx] On Behalf Of Ron
Sent: Tuesday, November 01, 2016 2:22 AM
To: ian-reeds-games@xxxxxxxxxxxxx
Subject: [ian-reeds-games] Re: Den of the slave lords WIP
Now that my friend will be away for a week
I'll try to explain why he's hopeful for you to put it in the map pack
He has at least 30 map packs that he started with ideas and never finished or
continued them
What happens is that he gets stumped and frustrated because he doesn't know
how to continue it
When he played your map pack he was excited to add something to it that it
would be a part of the story A actual story that's already been planned out
farther than even he knows could be
I have tried to help him with his map packs Leah started and even my help
doesn't seem to help him
Where he usually says is that doesn't sound right
I will understand if you don't put it into your map pack
I thought I'd at least try and see if I can have one of his ideas actually
get farther than just sitting for a while
I apologize if my previous emails seem to find it or trying to force you to
put it into your map pack
I was just trying to help him . Ron
On Oct 31, 2016, at 3:56 PM, Allan Thompson <allan1.thompson@xxxxxxx> wrote:
Hi Ron,
That's Ok, I finally got a hold of it.
The user guide add on helped, thanks for writing that.
I am really honored your friend put their creative mind to work on the map
pack.
I had to laugh, they had to take Skorg's old room and the cheap Inn owner
hadn't even bothered to clean the blood off the floor. That was perfect,
grin.
I got the impression that the three characters come from a Japanese anime,
they had that feel to them. Was it inspired by something like that or am I
totally off the mark?
I saw an anime called all purpose cultural catgirl nuku nuku back in the day.
Jinx kind of reminds me of that character.
So Ron is Jinx's father, but she has two fathers. Does that mean genetically
or one is a step father? I wasn't sure. So Jinx's mother is a psycho, got it,
grin.
If your friend continues, I am interested in finding out the mystery behind
the quest power. It seems like a different magic that is alien to the game
world. That seems like a real neat idea for a , well, a quest, grin.
The scifi thing threw me a little, wasn't expecting that. I wasn't really
sure why any of the characters are on the planet. Did a space ship break
down? Are they following an emergency beacon? Did they detect a source of
quest energy which made them want to check it out? I was just curious .
There were a few things that I noticed while playing.
The extra heated damage effect had a few things I want to point out.
The additional_description script flag doesn't need underscores. That is,
unless they wanted it in there for some reason. Screen readers and voices and
I suspect braille probably output differently, but when I play the
underscores are all announced.
On the other hand, the friendly_name= flag doesn't recognize spaces. I don't
know about anyone else, but I tend to make each word capitalized on the first
letter and run them together. They still sound good, at least, to me, but
again that could all be personal preference.
I think the heated blade might use the fire damage type due to the intense
heat of the blade, but that's just my opinion.
Also, Ron Hoke needed a divine point. The point being that this kept the
Smite Evil from being used a billion times a round. Although, it was nice
blowing ogres into tiny bits, grin.
I would also change the names of the two assassins. Kanjo is actually what I
named the one assassin, so it could be recognized later. Unless your friend
is making them assassin clones, which sounds like an adventure in itself.
I wouldn't mind the descriptions getting a bit of editing .as if I was any
good at editing myself, but still it is what it is. I struggled with some of
it while reading.
The huge number of attacks was also a real workout. I think each character
could act 8 or 9 times at least per round. The fight was actually super easy.
I know it is an introduction map, so that isn't a big deal. I tend to make
things too hard.
I don't think the mod would work in the map pack as I have it. The balance
and feel are too different for me.
However, as it's own storyline, or even a paralell storyline would be neat. I
would like to see your friend make more mods or build a storyline from
this intro map.
Also, I wanted to send some links for fantasy sounds. These are some new ones
that have spell castings, a bit of weapons, not a lot, and other sounds that
might be useful if he or she is willing to pursue the story they got started
on. I am always getting sounds so I am more then happy to share with other
map pack makers.
https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/68028683/fantasy%20sounds.zip
https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/68028683/fantasy%20sounds2.zip
al
From: ian-reeds-games-bounce@xxxxxxxxxxxxx
[mailto:ian-reeds-games-bounce@xxxxxxxxxxxxx] On Behalf Of Ron
Sent: Monday, October 31, 2016 11:06 AM
To: ian-reeds-games@xxxxxxxxxxxxx
Subject: [ian-reeds-games] Re: Den of the slave lords WIP
If you are still having trouble
I will check the website where I have the link with that it gave me for it
I can test it to see if it actually works like I'll bring it in the address
bar
If it still doesn't work I'll check with customer support to see what's wrong
. Ron
Sent from my iPhone
On Oct 31, 2016, at 6:21 AM, Allan Thompson <allan1.thompson@xxxxxxx> wrote:
I lied. For some reason the link isnt working.
Can you send the link again or something?
al
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From: ian-reeds-games-bounce@xxxxxxxxxxxxx
[mailto:ian-reeds-games-bounce@xxxxxxxxxxxxx] On Behalf Of Ron
Sent: Sunday, October 30, 2016 10:37 PM
To: ian-reeds-games@xxxxxxxxxxxxx
Subject: [ian-reeds-games] Re: Den of the slave lords WIP
Hi I finally finished the ad on user guide
You will find it in the map pack folder itself
You might find it incomplete
There are miss spelled words some of them are misspelled on purpose
It is my first attempt at a user guide
I tried to make sure I have everything in there that was added in and maybe
more
There is pieces of information in there that I have copyright on
Thanks to my friend but I don't mind if you use it for this map pack if you
choose to
If you have questions please ask
I will do my best to answer any question or I will drag them out of my friend
Here is the download link
http
s://www.dropbox.com/s/7iqv2jhvnrlhhhm/den%20of%20the%20slave%20lords%206.0%20
modded.zip?dl=0
We will be waiting for a response on what you think . Ron and Alex
On Oct 29, 2016, at 8:22 PM, Allan Thompson <allan1.thompson@xxxxxxx>
wrote:
Lol, ok.
al
-----Original Message-----
From: ian-reeds-games-bounce@xxxxxxxxxxxxx
[mailto:ian-reeds-games-bounce@xxxxxxxxxxxxx] On Behalf Of Ron
Sent: Saturday, October 29, 2016 7:59 PM
To: ian-reeds-games@xxxxxxxxxxxxx
Subject: [ian-reeds-games] Re: Den of the slave lords WIP
All right I will send it to you
I am working on putting together a user guide of what he added
So some of it does not confuse you . Ron
On Oct 29, 2016, at 12:56 PM, Allan Thompson <allan1.thompson@xxxxxxx>
wrote:
Sure, no problem.
I will be happy to check it out.
al
-----Original Message-----
From: ian-reeds-games-bounce@xxxxxxxxxxxxx
[mailto:ian-reeds-games-bounce@xxxxxxxxxxxxx] On Behalf Of Ron
Sent: Saturday, October 29, 2016 2:07 AM
To: ian-reeds-games@xxxxxxxxxxxxx
Subject: [ian-reeds-games] Re: Den of the slave lords WIP
Hi my friend tried your map pack here
He has decided to make add-ons to your map pack and wants me to send it to
you to take a look at it
He said he would like your opinion on what he put together even if you
don't
put it into your actual map pack
I thought I'd ask before I tried to send it to you . Ron
On Oct 23, 2016, at 11:47 AM, Allan Thompson <allan1.thompson@xxxxxxx>
wrote:
Hey all,
It is not finished, but here is the fantasy map pack.
Thanks to carlos I made some changes, which will make the maps more fun.
The map pack features a more dungeons and dragons feel. Mages hit M to
memorize their spells at the start of the encounter and clerics do the
same.
The cleric needs his holy symbol to cast, but the mage can memorize
spells
and switch out the spell book. The spell book oes provide her with very
valuable skills that allow her to push the limits.
Mages, once they cast a spel, that spell is gone for that encounter .
There
is a chance of failure in casting.
The cleric can reuse spells, even if he fails a casting. He has spell
slots
however, and so can only cast a certain amount out of each level of
spell.
There is a lot of spells. Try them all out.
The game features randomness, so be prepared for that.
The magic is the big concern. If it sucks, then I may have to shelf this
one
till I can work something else out.
So please tell me about it, I am kind of hanging till I find out if this
is
worth finishing.
One last thing. The jump skill is accessible to characters with leather
or
less armor. Those in heavier armor have to take the armor off to use
the
jump skill. The jump skill will pop up when chain or plate is taken off.
Link is below.
https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/68028683/den%20of%20the%20slave%20lords%
<https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/68028683/den%20of%20the%20slave%20lords%
25>
206.0.zip
al
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