Let the Fireballs Fly

So after a couple of sessions dealing with character generation we finally started up our GURPS campaign and it felt good to be back playing again. For those that read my last post (Our first night of GURPS) you may recall that I was considering changing my character, a Battle Mage, out but after consideration…

Our first night of GURPS

So this past Friday we took the plunge and moved onto GURPS. In the comments for my last post, On to GURPS, Brian said the following: Keep in mind that playing GURPS is like eating a cow: you never want to down the whole thing at once, and there will almost certainly be bits you…

On to GURPS

Yes, you ready that right my group is going to make the move, at least in the short term, to GURPS. One of the guys in the group has been asking for the group to take the plunge for a while and since our current 3.5 D&D campaign has hit a good break point and…

Happy Everything!

I know the title seems a bit odd but with all of the holidays currently being celebrated it felt appropriate. My household is trying to finish last minute shopping (the ice and snow storms really messed things up) and prepare for the annual visit of the big guy in the red suit. There’s food to…

Happy Thanksgiving

I just wanted to take a moment out of this morning’s activities (we’re hosting the feast this year) to wish those of you that are celebrating today a Happy Thanksgiving. I would encourage all, whether you’re celebrating today or not to take a moment and reflect on what you are thankful for and there is…

Holidays in your Campaign?

As we enter into the holiday season I thought the question should be asked; do you include holidays in your campaign planning? For my part I typically plan the holidays when putting together my gaming world but rarely have the characters observe them. Why would you add a holiday or two to your campaign? For…