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Old 06-28-2018, 08:12 PM   #21
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For better or worse, I intentionally didn't do that because I wanted it to feel less like a game bestiary and more like an in-world document. Storytelling ftw, or no?
I'm all for story telling. An interesting description that the GM can play up in game can really help in suspention of disbelief.
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Old 06-28-2018, 08:18 PM   #22
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I just really want the spells to be in alphabetical order under each IQ listing! (Same for talents).

Seriously, what was the reasoning for the apparently random order of spells and talents in the original games? Both the Microgames and Advanced/ITL suffered from this.
I think it was a case of 'Spell supremicy' to match the magic item creation list. In casting some spells like remove enchantment or Remove Thorwn Spells, the first spell encountered on the list is the first spell removed. So if you cast a spell that negates a protective spell you start with the lowest IQ spell(s), working your way through the list, then move up to the higher IQ spell(s).

I can't think of the reference right now and I have a bit of a headache so it's hard for me to concentrate.
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Old 07-10-2018, 08:24 AM   #23
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The first time through, the story telling aspect is most important. By the 50th time, the reference would be most appreciated.
^^^ what tomc said.
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Old 07-10-2018, 09:32 AM   #24
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Spells and talents have beth been alphabetized within IQ levels. Could have alphabetized them as one list but that would make it a lot harder to choose talents and spells in the first place. Would a complete alpha list of talents somewhere be worth the space?

I see the arguments for stat blocking. I just may not have time to go over everything. and make sure it's right. Making a note, at least. Monster Manual, anybody?
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Old 07-10-2018, 10:03 AM   #25
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Please, please, PLEASE do a monster manual/bestiary! Pretty please?
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Old 07-10-2018, 10:05 AM   #26
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Would a complete alpha list of talents somewhere be worth the space?
Anything that helps me the GM create adventures faster is worth the space, I believe. Then again, if they are all listed in the index...

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Monster Manual, anybody?
Yes, without a doubt. Write-ups for mythological beasts as well as the outlandish would be appreciated.
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Old 07-10-2018, 11:51 AM   #27
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I agree with John about the alpha list.

Can I offer a suggestion? Maybe create a separate folder with charts and tables, to include the usual armor/weapons tables and the like, but also including an alpha listing of monsters/creatures, maybe some brief guidance on character creation, and an alpha listing (by IQ) of spells and talents, and maybe an equipment cost chart, or something similar -- things that will help the players get going at the beginning, and serve as a quick reference guide for the GM. Give the players permission to photocopy it (or include four copies in the game; or host the pdf on line so everyone can download it) so they can pass it around among themselves (or each have their own copy) when playing the game.

Over time, it will become less necessary, but when new players are first starting out, that would be an enormous benefit to them...
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Old 07-10-2018, 04:11 PM   #28
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Most important listing is by IQ level alpha. Other sorts, such as strictly alpha or by cost, spell type (thrown, etc.), fatigue cost, might be useful, as well, perhaps in an index/codex doc of some sort.

When I make a character, PC or NPC, I always start with "What is best highest IQ talent/spell I have access to?", so therefore referencing first by IQ, and then work my way down to the lower levels, often looking for the most efficient spell or talent that suits my character.
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Old 07-10-2018, 07:27 PM   #29
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Monster Manual, anybody?
Yes, an expansive The Flora and Fauna of Cidri would be welcome!
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Please, please, PLEASE do a monster manual/bestiary! Pretty please?
Yes! YES! YES!!!
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