How long to drop a backpack?

JMason · 07-23-2022, 05:47 PM

So, I've started a new Dungeon Fantasy campaign, and none of the characters got quick release backpacks. So, I went to lookup how long it takes to drop a small backpack and can't find it anywhere in Adventurers or Exploits.

I even check the GURPS DF books, and still didn't find it. Was this ever detailed out?

If there aren't any official rules I'm thinking that it only takes 1 turn to drop a small backpack with 2 free hands, 3 turns if something is held in one hand. Double these times for a frame backpack, and add an extra second to place the backpack down gently.

Christopher R. Rice · 07-23-2022, 05:54 PM

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Originally Posted by JMason

So, I've started a new Dungeon Fantasy campaign, and none of the characters got quick release backpacks. So, I went to lookup how long it takes to drop a small backpack and can't find it anywhere in Adventurers or Exploits.

I even check the GURPS DF books, and still didn't find it. Was this ever detailed out?

If there aren't any official rules I'm thinking that it only takes 1 turn to drop a small backpack with 2 free hands, 3 turns if something is held in one hand. Double these times for a frame backpack, and add an extra second to place the backpack down gently.

I use 2 seconds myself.

Rolando · 07-24-2022, 01:51 PM

I would rule it depending on what the character have in the hands at the moment.

If they are walking with a spear in one hand and a shield in the other it will take longer, as the character must take off the shield before dropping the backpack.

If the character have both hands/arms free I would say 2 seconds are good, as I imagine any dungeon delver have practiced how to drop the backpack fast.

corwyn · 08-29-2022, 10:18 PM

That's why everyone should have a quick release pack.

Balor Patch · 08-30-2022, 03:00 PM

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Originally Posted by corwyn

That's why everyone should have a quick release pack.

Except a quick release backpack is also a small backpack. Even the 100lb limit of a frame backpack can be pretty limiting for a barbarian. Maybe he needs to tie quick-release sacks to his ears...

sir_pudding · 08-31-2022, 03:26 AM

Although that Barbarian is less concerned about encumberance and may not even need to worry about ditching gear.

07-23-2022, 05:47 PM	#1
JMason Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: Cockeysville, MD	How long to drop a backpack? So, I've started a new Dungeon Fantasy campaign, and none of the characters got quick release backpacks. So, I went to lookup how long it takes to drop a small backpack and can't find it anywhere in Adventurers or Exploits. I even check the GURPS DF books, and still didn't find it. Was this ever detailed out? If there aren't any official rules I'm thinking that it only takes 1 turn to drop a small backpack with 2 free hands, 3 turns if something is held in one hand. Double these times for a frame backpack, and add an extra second to place the backpack down gently. __________________ --- My Blog: Dice and Discourse - My adventures in GURPS and thoughts on table top RPGs.

07-24-2022, 01:51 PM	#3
Rolando MIB Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Panama	Re: How long to drop a backpack? I would rule it depending on what the character have in the hands at the moment. If they are walking with a spear in one hand and a shield in the other it will take longer, as the character must take off the shield before dropping the backpack. If the character have both hands/arms free I would say 2 seconds are good, as I imagine any dungeon delver have practiced how to drop the backpack fast.

08-29-2022, 10:18 PM	#4
corwyn MIB Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: Saskatoon, SK	Re: How long to drop a backpack? That's why everyone should have a quick release pack. __________________ MiB 7704 Playing: GURPS Nordlond Dragons of Hosgarth Running Savage Worlds Slipstream (Flash Gordon style pulp)

08-31-2022, 03:26 AM	#6
sir_pudding Wielder of Smart Pants Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: Ventura CA	Re: How long to drop a backpack? Although that Barbarian is less concerned about encumberance and may not even need to worry about ditching gear. Last edited by sir_pudding; 08-31-2022 at 02:01 PM.