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I’m interested 

It is a small, very fixable issue in a large book of cool stuff. Not really a sticking point, more of a “hey look at that.”

3 hours ago, Blindhamster said:

isn't it just a case that battle axe is a specific skill. you should add it as it's own row, and really its the 1h axe, 2h axe, 1h spear and 2h spear skills which are incorrect on the character sheet, as those arent weapons, they're categories.

 

99% sure this is the case, in skills it clearly states each weapon is its own skill, all things that give bonuses call out specific weapons or tell you to choose from a type.

Under the weapon rules it states that the category is used so you know you use half your best skill with a weapon when using any other weapon of the same category that you dont have higher % in.

seems pretty clear and simple to me.

 

But would be nice to get the character sheet fixed to perhaps have small axe (instead of 1h axe), great axe (instead of 2h axe), short spear (instead of 1h spear) and long spear (instead of 2h spear)

I can see how this is confusing though. As a new player, and having played with some power gamers in the past, if I had sufficient strength, I’d just choose Battle Axe (the 1H option) so my base skill was 10, then I could 2H if I wanted with the higher skill or use any of the weapons of the two categories covering battle axe at half my skill. If I read that right, it seems battle axe is a good choice for a lot of options with one skill. 
 

It appears dagger got it right, if you’re skilled with a parrying dagger, it makes sense that you may not be as good at striking or throwing with a dagger, so the half penalty for in category use. 

I’ve heard that Robin Laws was commissioned to help with the Sartar book, but as far as timetables, no idea. 

I'm new to the games and worlds Greg created, but my only regret was not finding them sooner. He'll truly be missed.

Thanks

Very new to the system and I've been thinking of picking up the pair of Sartar books, but the Companion seems to be in either the pre-order PDF stage or the 'reprint some time' stage. I know these are updates to the older books, but did I miss the boat on the companion or is it on the way?

I’d playtest. Sounds like fun

On 1/16/2018 at 10:52 AM, goldenwheeldancer said:

These threads are just us lot saying "can I get it yet? Can I get it yet? Can I get it yet?" So it's a positive thing really. You guys keep your own pace and don't feel rushed by our impatience and eagerness to get our grubby hooves on the treasure.

So, can I get it yet?

Really and truly just excited to get my hands on it. This is my first foray into Runequest and if it’s anything like the great work we’ve seen on the Call of Cthulhu line, this thing is going to be great. 

Somehow, I knew as soon as I asked l, it would pop up. Thanks, already in the cart

Any idea when the pdf will go on sale? I’ve been eagerly checking the web store. I’ve tried throwing my money at it to no avail. 

On 8/3/2017 at 10:16 PM, tobarstep said:

Just yesterday I was searching for horror-western games that aren't Deadlands. How serendipitous.

I was actually prepping for a deadlands game since it's one of the only options. I wanted some investigation though.

In swings Chaosium to the rescue. 

Name: Bill

Country: United States

City: San Antonio, TX

Running weekly Cthulhu themed games, mostly Call of Cthulhu, on Friday nights at Court of Gamers in Hollywood Park, TX, 7pm. I'm a new CoC players, with only a handful of games completed, but greatly enjoying it. Also looking forward to Runequest's return so I can give it a go as well. 

Any word when us poor Yankees in the States have access to the new books?

Really looking forward to this since DnD has lost some of its luster for me and I'm on the hunt for a good fantasy system.

I'm already planning on running The Derelict on Free RPG Day, but I'd run RuneQuest later in the day if giving the opportunity.

so...having never played Runequest, this kickstarter sounds like a perfect time to jump in the deep end. Is that right?

I'm new to CoC and BRP in general. Is there a good source of online play the old pros know of? I'm in the States and watching Roll20 and reddit I don't find a lot of games that work out.

Any suggestions would be handy.

Got my pre-order copies last week and they're gorgeous. The extra packing really protected the book corners, no visible damage at all.

I have to build a community down here in San Antonio, so wish me luck. If anyone has an online game with space for a newbie, I'd live to test drive it before I inflict my game on the masses.

This will be my first campaign in Call of Cthulhu. I've played many RPGs before, but this Organized Play format works very well for those of us without a regular group and reduced free time. Really looking forward to playing and contributing to the playtest. Thanks!!