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Recent Update Archives

June 7, 2018

Happy Pride Month!

Router Security Update

We don't normally do this sort of thing, but MU users can be a little more technologically savvy than most! Even if not, we'd like to share this update from Ars Technica, Cisco, and a few others about the recent router security issue. Please be safe!

May 10, 2018

Spidery, Dulcet Tones

Today is a day for celebration.

SemrushBot is a data-gathering bot for the web. It also misbehaves.

Today, we awoke to the sweet, sweet and dulcet cackling of our serverwiz announcing it'd been successfully blocked.

Thank you, amazing serverwiz Lolth.

Her dulcet, spidery giggles will be forever in our nightmares.

PS SemrushBot is one of the big causes behind the recent lagspikes. If you websearch, one of the first results includes both swearweards, and "How do I block this <creative words> thing?"

May 10, 2018

That Every 8 Months or so Post

Hey, guys!

One of the things we try not to do here is say, oh hey--you know, there is only one correct way to RP. The most we do is asking folks to pay attention to basic spelling and punctuation. That said, some folks have different preferences when it comes to joining RP.

First, all of the grid, and Plot Rooms, are public areas. However, sometimes it's a good thing to page first. This is just because folks might have set up something specific they'd like to roleplay through.

This doesn't mean you can't drop by. It just means to be respectful of preferences. Some might mind, some might not. It doesn't hurt to check. Staff also, takes note of exclusivity/cliques, so if there is a pattern over time, we will notice.

When we should ALWAYS page though, is if a GM is present ongrid. The GM probably has something going on.

Anyhow, no, this is not in response to any particular thing. It's a post we put up oh, every 9 months or so. There are a small collection of those, that generally say: be awesome to one another!

Hope all of y'alls adventures are excellent, and I look forward to seeing you in RP!

- BF

May 8, 2018

POPs FAQ!

Hey, there! We did a little cleanup of the POPs FAQ based on some questions! There were some artifacts left in there from previous versions. Sorry about that! We also clarified what was meant by "intro RP." This is RP that's about meeting someone new or arriving to the city. Stuff like that is pretty cool, but isn't really...plotty? I guess? XD

Anyway, thank you all for your feedback, and see you ongrid! :D

- Your Tenebrae Staff

May 6, 2018

POPs Relaunched! (Personal Ongrid PrPs)

Hey, folks. So we are going to give this a go!

Personal_Ongrid_PrPs

Please share your ideas and feedback. ^^; The new format is because well, there was a lot of confusion and the like about their level of epic that wasn't fair to anyone. I'm hoping this is better moving forward.

May 3, 2018

Underworld Shenanigans!

For longtime players here, and new, we've all known that the Underworld in Alexandria spins in three parts:

Ebon Syndicate: A cult of Taaran and Illothan interests. Smugglers and dealers with a mercantile side. NPC only.
Guild of the Sly: The other half of the original split from The Guild, the Sly stands in opposition to the Syndicate. Though rogues, they possess a streak of homegrown heroism.
Sunset: A mafia with heroic intentions, and founded by underdogs. They "do what it takes" to ensure business and trade flows fairly. Founded by the arvek nar, and now joined by some merchants and the Dragoneri who are both tired of being overlooked, and are tired of the Syndicate's hold.

These three groups are at odds for control of the Alexandria Underworld. Each has their own motivations and outlook!

Recently, though, they've received a bit of a brush-up in theme! At the moment, this just clarifies some backstory. But, keep a look out in the next few weeks!

April 21, 2018

Categories!

...the wiki dropdown list is no longer frightening and scary. Seriously, check'em out. :D /latenightgeeking !

April 16, 2018

Clearing the Way!

As you've all seen on the bboards, there is an ongoing thread right now with things going into the Desolation and Alexandria doing maneuvers in that area, just over and around its border.

The Desolation is a place full of bandits and bandit kingdoms, sure, but it is also home to Skald, the land where the Daemon Wars started and where Asumit, the demon binder, is said to dwell with his legion of the damned and what not.

What this means, of course, is that there's plenty of room for PRPs that deal with Alexandria trying to pacify the area just on the other side of its border, where no one really rules, in an effort to prepare the way for *something*. Just what is anybody's guess, at this point, but one doesn't have to work hard to guess that it has something to do with Asumit!

And this means that I'm inviting everyone to run PRPs involved in this and those PRPs will be fully awarded as the death consent PRPs they will be allowed to be (should everyone be willing.)

Take advantage of this offer while it lasts! :D

Whirlpool

April 1, 2018

GAME CONVERSION

Hi, everyone!

I know you've all been watching for this announcement, knowing what you know about all those new games out there!

That is why I am deeply pleased to announce that as of today, we are converting to the astounding and well designed, award winning game 'PUGMIRE'.

Watch for code to be rolled out for conversion in the coming weeks.

For those not familiar with this wonderful game, here's a link!

http://theonyxpath.com/category/worlds/pugmire/

All questions must be directed to Beagle.

Whirlpool

March 28, 2018

Server Whoops!

Okay, folks -- again, httpd decided that the best possible thing it can do is to go wild with things and suicidally loot all the resources to choke everything down, and I've changed some settings for now.

The reason why I've been reluctant to change those is because they're likely affect things like posting logs and editing biiiiig wiki pages; basically, stuff that says "yes, this is a bit slow connection, so keepalive is nice, max page size and max post size oh let's crank up those too" to the web server.

If you run into a problem where the system yammers back at you about something regarding timing out or post too big or whatever, try to post in a smaller chunk, chuck in a small semi-chapter header like ---And this is where the fun begins!---, save, and continue posting by clicking on that's generated 'edit' button.

Sorry, I am right now a bit flu-jiggery to explain it in more reasonable way, but uhhh. Wikididdy peeps here can help?

Lolth

March 19, 2018

Happy AWD!

Happy Awkward Moments Day, everyone! May you share an awkward moment of silence with someone you love, today. Or just a friend. Or just...

...oh whatever.

<...awkwardly shuffles away.>

March 13, 2018

Scene Logger

Hello everyone, it's Bolide again!

I know it's a shocker, who would've thought I'd actually be here let alone saying something on behalf of staff?

We're gonna get right to the point and mic drop this. +help logger

Now, unfortunately this doesn't automagically upload it to the wiki, but it does allow you to quickly create a log file. It announces when someone drops one in a room (similar to timestops). It copies all rolls and anything sent publicly to the room. Then it allows you to spam the heck out of yourself to get a copy-pasta text that can be dropped into a wiki page. One that anyone can see in the room using the command.

We hope that this allows you all to more easily log events, RP, etc.

/mic drop

P.S. As always, if you have any questions don't be afraid to ask!

March 12, 2018

Time Offset!

Don't forget to adjust your +time/offset for Daylight Savings! See +help time for help! Here is what to expect:

March 11th, DST kicks off in the US. In Finland, it occurs March 25th!
You will need to adjust your personal +time/offset (see +help time) to reflect your local zone!
Things will be somewhat wonky between the 11th and the 25th. Just bear with us.
Time on existing +events will appear off. However, new +events should appear at the correct time.

Updating your +time/offset on one alt should trigger an update across all alts. If it doesn't, check +finger to make sure your alts are registered correctly. If not, just send us a +request and we'll be happy to help!

March 9, 2018

Bane Baldric Update for MUs

Hey! After some consideration, we've made an adjustment to the bane baldric. As the bane baldric exists on a MU, it is simply too strong in some instances. Most of these revolve around us just having a shorter adventuring day.

Going forward, the price of the baldric is lowered 30 percent, to 7,000g. However, it will now no longer grant bane if the character does not already possess that class feature.

If you currently have a baldric and would like to keep it, staff will be issuing you the difference in item value. If you would like to trade it in, we will be awarding you a stipend for its old value, which may be spent on anything you wish.

March 8, 2018

Extra Charge Cell

Hey, folks. This is just to let you know that we've added Extra Charge Cell to the game. It works exactly like http://www.d20pfsrd.com/feats/general-feats/extra-bombs/ . It will be added to the wikidocs at some point in the future!

March 3, 2018

Mail!

Hey, folks. First off, I'm sorry if I've missed an @mail you've sent me. I try to keep up with them. With so much focus on +jobs though, they can get missed. If you need to get hold of me, a +job to Beaglefinder can work pretty well, and I'll see it more quickly. If you need to send one of my PCs an @mail, please send it to BF. I just have too many buckets to check and I don't want to lose hold of something you'd send me. I want to respond; I just have a lot of buckets, so please bear with. ^^;

Beaglefinder!

March 2, 2018

Artificer Update Live!

Artificer should be good to go! If you currently have an artificer, you will need to go through regen. To regen:

1. Name yourself OLD<name>. Logout.

2. Login with <name>.

3. Go through L2. DO NOT BUY OR SWAP ANYTHING. Be sure and copy all BACKGROUND, DESCRIPTIONS, and etc. over.

4. Send a +request to let us know where you are. We'll then award XP, and give you a stipend based on your fractional XP.

As always, there may be bugs here and there. Just please bear with us. The updated artificer may be found, here: http://tenebraemush.net/index.php/Artificer_Rework Two changes are not reflected, but will be once Artificer is migrated to the main page: Aid and Haste were added as artificer spells.

March 1, 2018

Artificer Recode Update!

We are in the final hours of bug testing for artificer! Titan Armor is more dynamic than ever, so we are going through a few tweaks! In the meantime, please send Whiteout all the hugs.

Also:

If you are planning on rearranging stats, etc. to take advantage of the new mithral discoveries, then we will ask you to plan on a regen. This makes it less likely that we mess something up, and also that you are able to get all of your stats and skills arranged how you like them.

If you intend to regen, do NOT anything at this time.

If you are mostly swapping out discoveries, and maybe adjusting a stat, then go ahead and send in a +request with your changes. We can edit your existing PC at this time.

We will also, due to the nature of artificer armor, be doing a WBL reset. This is done to the exact fraction of your XP. Regardless of which method you intend, please go ahead and start putting your shopping list together.

The artificer update may be found here: http://tenebraemush.net/index.php/Artificer_Rework This page will be merged with the main Artificer document this week. The Rework page does not reflect one change: artificers may now learn Aid and Haste as part of their spell lists. This was a last-minute addition.

Artificer Recode Started!

Hey, folks! We are in the middle of updating artificer into code! Many of you have been part of this process as we've worked through drafts, bugs, and content to get where we are, today. Some good news! It looks as though no one will need to regen. We'll post with further instructions once we've run through a few bugs. In the meantime, please be sure and send Whiteout hugtoots!

February 27, 2018

Transparency Update!

Hey!

We're over fifteen years old! That means we're practically a teenager, or I guess if you looked in terms of digital years, we're a dinosaur. Go, go Stegosaurus!

Throughout that time, we have worked to ensure transparency. I mean, we're kind of a giant tabletop. That is why we're wanting to let you know that after a lot of conversation, and a lot of searching, we've instituted a trial pay program for staff.

This is not something we've done for fifteen years. We have, however, needed the help and you may've noticed jobs getting done a lot faster.

So how does it work? Well, a job is usually worth 1 pt, with CODE and LOOT being worth a little more. If a staffer accumulates 30 points, at the end of the month they may request a single PrP award for one character, or 5 RPP. Only one of these is possible, and it may be declined.

How has this changed the atmosphere in staff? It has, some. First, it's encouraged an ongoing, friendly competition. Staff can pull up their points list and see WHO IS AHEAD OF MEEEE, and so on. From that perspective, it's been kind of fun and we hope, helpful for the game as a whole. It has also begun to help us identify "invisible overhead." For example, if wiki updates get made, they are now a +job to ensure that task gets recorded. Since that work is now more visible, it should help us in reducing overhead in the longer term.

In addition to this, while they were never hidden, we've begun listing common staff alts in our +finger information.

Anyway, we wanted to let y'all know what's up. We welcome feedback, and look forward to seeing you both inscene and ongrid!

- Your Tenebrae Staff

February 24, 2018

Time Adjustment!

I've moved my geared-towards-new-players event to next Saturday, both to allow our newer players to acclimate to the game and weigh whether or not they can make it as well as to give myself a day to rest. I had serious insomnia Friday night and need to take Saturday to try to rest before I get sick. xD

ZombliePool

SNIP

Lahar Got Behind, Again!

Yeah. I got behind. XD Hey, I kept up with the IC rumors, and that's more important, right? ...right?? :D

January 13, 2018

Hey, folks! In the past, we've had a few 'Ongoing PrPs.' Sebropert, Selerik, Astaren, and others have run these and helped establish them as a medium on Tenebrae! Lately, Kisaiya picked them up and reminded this old beagle that one, HEY, THOSE ARE A THING, and HEY, THEY ARE PRETTY FRIGGIN AWESOME!

Ongoing PrPs are PrPs where PCs cause scenes to happen through roleplay and legwork. Usually, a GM opens a queue (or PCs do) and you're like: 'I do this thing.'

Based on your input, scenes happen. These plox will keep rolling via scenes, ongrid interactions, legworks, and whatever else needs to happen for the story. This makes them great for things like:

Skullduggery!
Exploration!
Problem-solving!
Investigation!

(They're pretty similar or even THE SAME THING to an arc\; it's just that the legwork thread adds this extra element of THINGS TO DO!)

SO! For the next two months, we'll be giving bonuses to these ONGOING PRPs. ...and any mini-arcs you'd like to run! Run one any time between now and the IDES OF MARCH, and at its completion, you'll receive an additional PrP bonus for an encounter at your level, with gold.

For any Ongoing PrPs, I'll also be awarding some BONUS RPPs to participating players, AND the GM, who partake actively in these Ongoing PrPs.

Come talk to me if you're curious or would like help. :3 As an aside, if you're wanting to involve a 'just two skill points per level' PC and are flailing, I wrote the darn RPP system. Come see me and I'll help you use it to flesh out your awesome story. Or, addcom tpk=TPK to join our GM's channel, as well! We have so many great folks here on Tenebrae, and each and every one of you are made of awesome. :3

Previous Update Archives

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 ==Recent Update Archives==
-===Jul 12, 2016===
-====PrP Policy Update====
-Howdy!
-Given local challenges in running PrPs, as well as us having added a lot of new options, SPELLS!, FEATS! and neat things lately, we are adjusting our encounter guidelines a bit. That is:
+===June 7, 2018===
-:Groups will be assumed to be APL+2 as "Average"
+====Happy Pride Month!====
-:(higher or lower numbers of PCs adjust this, ofc)
+[[image:Pride_Flag.png|thumb|center]]
-Previously, we had assumed APL+1. However, we have added a lot of options to the game since then, as well as learned more about Pathfinder! We believe this change is needed to keep things challenging. In the end, it is a pretty small change overall, and plot runners are generally free to pick whichever challenge is appropriate.
+====Router Security Update====
-We've also worked to provide better guidelines for what might, or might not be, challenging for groups on Tenebrae. Where before things were kind of a sweeping statement, we've tried to be more nuanced:
+We don't normally do this sort of thing, but MU users can be a little more technologically savvy than most! Even if not, we'd like to share this update from Ars Technica, Cisco, and a few others about the [https://arstechnica.com/information-technology/2018/06/vpnfilter-malware-infecting-50000-devices-is-worse-than-we-thought/ recent router security issue]. Please be safe!
-:'''T1:''' Up to CR+3 (up to CR+4 if 5 or more)
-:'''T2:''' Up to CR+4 (up to CR+5 if 5 or more)
-:'''T3-4:''' Up to CR+5 (up to CR+6 if 5 or more)
-Are these more helpful? Please let us know. We'll be testing things out as things run, and taking your feedback.
-Also, the numbers above should not be considered the standard, but upper limits. As normal, creatures using tactics will always be stronger than those without, groups are better than singles, so always consider the party before selecting challenges. (The reason the upper tier numbers ramp up is that power can rachet up pretty quickly in the upper levels, and we hope this opens the floor to new challenges and fun.)
+===May 10, 2018===
-We will be taking feedback as with all new things, and may adjust along the way, so please keep in contact with staff and other PrP Runners. If you've questions or want to run ideas by us, please do. Also, don't hesitate to make use of the GM's Guild (page Hurricane about the next meeting!).
+====Spidery, Dulcet Tones====
+Today is a day for celebration.
+SemrushBot is a data-gathering bot for the web. It also misbehaves.
-Finally, we are considering allowing Mythic rules for creatures at T2 plus. These could make running a "single boss monster" against groups more viable. What do YOU think? Should we test it? Would you be interested? Such tests would be nonlethal, ofc.
-:- Your Tenebrae Staff
+Today, we awoke to the sweet, sweet and dulcet cackling of our serverwiz announcing it'd been successfully blocked.
-===Jul 4, 2016===
-====Heroic Fantasy, Tequila, and a FAQ====
+Thank you, amazing serverwiz Lolth.
-OH GOD. ALIGNMENT!
+Her dulcet, spidery giggles will be forever in our nightmares.
-More seriously, we went ahead and tacked this onto the FAQ because it does come up from time to time, and here is kind of something folks can point to. It addresses the small picture, big picture, how much we dislike policing alignment, and also things like the general lack of gray morality in a heroic fantasy setting.
+PS SemrushBot is one of the big causes behind the recent lagspikes. If you websearch, one of the first results includes both swearweards, and "How do I block this <creative words> thing?"
-Because we're crazy, it touches on inquisitors and paladins, too.
-[[FAQ#How_Much_does_Alignment_Matter.3F|Someone please pass the tequila]]!
-Yours in Spirits,
-The Tenebrae Staff
-===June 25, 2016===
+===May 10, 2018===
+====That Every 8 Months or so Post====
-====Sparklepire PrC!====
+Hey, guys!
-Staff is pleased to announce that we are hard at work on an upcoming, Sparklepire PrC! While it will primarily be aimed at gnomes, we hope lucht, oruch, and more will take a bite out of the sparkle side!
+One of the things we try not to do here is say, oh hey--you know, there is only one correct way to RP. The most we do is asking folks to pay attention to basic spelling and punctuation. That said, some folks have different preferences when it comes to joining RP.
-PS We're totally serious. Totally.
+First, all of the grid, and Plot Rooms, are public areas. However, sometimes it's a good thing to page first. This is just because folks might have set up something specific they'd like to roleplay through.
-===June 19, 2016===
-====GMs Guild...?====
-Hey there! Some of you have requested a 'Tenebrae GMs Guild' and we are working on that! What this means is that once a month, or every few weeks, we'll host an open gathering. Someone can propose a topic, but the rest of the time is up to you--whether you'd like to share resources, or bring up ideas. We'll be putting Hurricane on the spot to start with, but I am sure he'd love to hear voices other than his!
+This doesn't mean you can't drop by. It just means to be respectful of preferences. Some might mind, some might not. It doesn't hurt to check. Staff also, takes note of exclusivity/cliques, so if there is a pattern over time, we will notice.
-This 'Guild' is ofc open to everyone. What I'd like to do though, is make a logo for it. Any ideas?
+When we should ALWAYS page though, is if a GM is present ongrid. The GM probably has something going on.
-: Lahar
-===May 24, 2016===
-====Did You Know These GM Commands...?====
-Did you know about these great DMing, and other scene-related commands?
+Anyhow, no, this is not in response to any particular thing. It's a post we put up oh, every 9 months or so. There are a small collection of those, that generally say: be awesome to one another!
-:'''+tdamage:''' Like +init, this handly little feature comes packed with options. Would you like to damage everyone because FIREBALL? Type: +tdamage all=<amount>! Use negative numbers to heal.
-:'''+tnote:''' Want to track rounds of Haste? +tnote lets you set notes on characters such as, "Stinky" or "Haste." You can also set a duration.
-:'''+init:''' More than just rolling initiative, the +init command takes modifiers, too. For example, you can +init+2 if you are a swashbuckler and have at least 1 panache available to you. (Situational bonuses like these are not coded in, but we try to make them as easy to use as possible!)
-:'''+tmap/reach:''' Curious about a creature's, or your, reach? This can help! This command takes into account a creature's size. Default is medium. Note, it does not take into account reach weapons.
-These are a few of the commands found in +timestops! Whenever a +timestop is present, just type +thelp for more things you can do.
+Hope all of y'alls adventures are excellent, and I look forward to seeing you in RP!
-But wait, there's more!
+- BF
-:'''+request/plots:''' Had a great adventure? Share your journals! This helps new players catch up to what's going on and is a great help. Personal journals may always be created and kept using +help journal, although this is more of a note-keeping system to help you keep track of recent stories, such as: Today we rescued the Prince Otyugh. He looked great in tightpants.
-:'''+event/leg:''' Want to do some followup to a great adventure? This +events command creates a new LEGwork queue with all confirmed players.
-I hope these are helpful, and awesome! For more possibly unknown commands and options, hit +bbread 1 and look for the "Did you know...?" titles. The last I checked, they were around entries 1/54 and 1/55.
+===May 8, 2018===
-: Lahar
+====POPs FAQ!====
+Hey, there! We did a little cleanup of the POPs FAQ based on some questions! There were some artifacts left in there from previous versions. Sorry about that! We also clarified what was meant by "intro RP." This is RP that's about meeting someone new or arriving to the city. Stuff like that is pretty cool, but isn't really...plotty? I guess? XD
+Anyway, thank you all for your feedback, and see you ongrid! :D
-====Breaking Down +breakdown!====
-The question came up: why doesn't +breakdown work on +csheet? The answer for this lies in how +csheet values are encoded. To get it really, truly broken down would require recoding +csheet. In the meantime, +breakdown does work for your rollable +sheet values. Tinker with it and see what comes up!
-Also, I am reminded that +timestop code now takes into account +polymorph. Three cheers for White, guys!
-: Lahar
-===May 21, 2016===
-====Ultimate Equipment Errata====
-Paizo released an errata on UE. We are working on incorporating this into the wiki, but ask that folks be patient in the meantime. If this errata affects you, please let us know and we will do what we can to work things out!
-===May 10, 2016===
-====One-on-ones with T2s!====
-Hey, there! We have gotten a few questions about T2 plots. We wanted to let you know, staff will be offering 1-on-1s if you would like or are curious about trying your hand at these. Please contact us if so and would like to sit down over coffee, as it were. Our door is open, and we do mean that. Otherwise, game on!
-We are still intending to get with folks over storymeets, as well. If this is you, please be patient with us. We are doing our best. :3
-====Incremental Antimagic!====
-Did you know we have rules for offering partial, and graduated antimagic? They can be used to make an area feel more challenging in a thematic, in a story-focused way. Too, removing ALL magic can have a wonky effect on CR that is hard to predict. Incremental alleviates some of these problems in a flavorful way. Whether you want it a little challenging, or a lot--or just quirky--Incremental has you covered.
-Incremental was made (indirectly) for us by the awesome Interjection Games, who has given us permission to use it on our site. [[Magitech_and_Magic#Incremental_Antimagic|Check it out!]]
-===May 8, 2016===
-====Did You Know About These RP Options...?====
-We like character options and roleplay so much that over the years we've added options, and rewards, for investing in your personal story. We do this because your character's stories are important to us. If you're new, or perhaps an older player just looking around, here are a few ideas:
-We like character options and roleplay so much that over the years we've added options, and rewards, for investing in your personal story. We do this because your character's stories are important to us. If you're new, or perhaps an older player just looking around, here are a few ideas:
-:'''Social Options Room:''' Want to list your homeland, or basic associations? Set them quickly and easily in this room!
-::''More:''Type SO from the Gaming Table!
-:'''Aspects:''' In a world filled with magic, Aspects are what happens when that magic begins to respond to a character on a personal level. Aspects are a Tiered RPP spend that grows as you level. They come in several flavors and varieties; is there one that fits your character?
-::''More:''http://tenebraemush.net/index.php/RPPs#The_Big_List
-:'''Exclusives:''' Exclusive RPP spends tend to represent a primary track or focus of your character. For example, is your character really dedicated to their organization? The Organization RPP spend offers benefits for being involved. Perhaps your character made a bad (or good) deal with an outsider, and you'd like that to develop and grow over time. If this interests you, check out Blood Pact! Check out anything with an "E" to the right, on the below link:
-::''More:''http://tenebraemush.net/index.php/RPPs#The_Big_List
-:'''Short Stories:''' Short stories let us reward you for the stories you craft ongrid. For example, your character believes him or herself to be a master chef. You'd like to explore that, and the hilarious accidents on the way. Engage others in roleplay and share your tale, and gain bonuses, too!
-::''More:''http://tenebraemush.net/index.php/Player_Run_Plots
-:'''Merchant's Vehicle:''' Looking for a seller's cart or a merchant's stall? Perhaps a hoverbike for your artificer? Check our our Small Vehicles spend. (These cannot substitute for a mount.)
-::''More:''http://tenebraemush.net/index.php/RPPs#The_Big_List
-:'''Gain Ranks in Crafts, Profession, or Perform through Roleplay:''' What does your character do during their downtime? Check our our RPP options for advancing crafts, profession, and various perform skills through your roleplay.
-::''More:''http://tenebraemush.net/index.php/Character_Spends
-:'''Meetups:''' Do you want to meet other Vardamen or the Ygdrassil Union? Arrange a Meetup, and receive rewards for meeting PCs you'd wanted to, anyway.
-:''More:'' http://tenebraemush.net/index.php/Player_Run_Plots
-:'''Character Pages:''' Character pages say a lot about you. They also: provide a way to archive +sheet/journals, are a place to add badges, and include yourself in wiki categories. For example, if you're Elunan, you could add the Elunan tag. Someone clicking on the wiki category, "Elunan," would bring up a list of the Elunans ingame--including you! However, only if you add the tag.
-::''More:''How to Make a Character Page & Character Page Extras
-:'''+sheet/journal:''' Did you know your journal updates when a plot finishes? If you'd like to add more detail (or notes), check out +help journal. You can add to and edit your own entries, too!
-::''More:''+help journal
-Whew! Thank you for reading! There are more options, such as player-made orgs, noncom PrPs, prosthetic limbs--and that we award noncombat and combat PrPs equally, but there is really too much to cover, here. A big thank you again for making this game what it is!
 :- Your Tenebrae Staff
-===May 7, 2016===
+===May 6, 2018===
-====Did You Know You Could...====
+====POPs Relaunched! (Personal Ongrid PrPs)====
+Hey, folks. So we are going to give this a go!
-Aside from chardev options, did you know you could do this as both a player and storyrunner?
+[[Personal_Ongrid_PrPs]]
-:'''Invent any "inbetween" details:''' Tenebrae's theme is crafted in broad, sweeping strokes. We deliberately left the small details open so our community could fill them in. If you need a particular farmer's village to exist, invent one. If you need an acolyte or minor priest who works at the Daeusite temple, invent one. While major NPCs and landmarks are set, local details often aren't.
-:'''Invent NPCs:''' Anyone may enact general and minor NPCs to enrich ongrid RP, outside of a scene! Of course, the usual caveats apply: no posing NPCs to talk about how awesome you are, to giggle over your PC's dimpled chin and manly gaze... don't do that.
-:'''Pose combat:''' You're welcome to pose combat in ongrid RP, too! Pose having a group of drunken gobbers rushing a bar fight. Include dice if you really want to. PCs can react and pose throwing them out, or getting trounced. For general storytelling, there's no need to involve a DM, or even make a full scene. You don't even need a timestop.
-:'''Summon timestops, anywhere!:''' Timestops may be called anywhere ongrid, by typing +timestop!
+Please share your ideas and feedback. ^^; The new format is because well, there was a lot of confusion and the like about their level of epic that wasn't fair to anyone. I'm hoping this is better moving forward.
-:'''Enjoy dramatic time:''' Also known as "skipping to the good parts!" In general, we assume travel during scenes happens when it is reasonable for it to happen, or durnig periods when your character isn't doing anything. This prevents timebubbles between or during scenes. The same applies when traveling around the grid.
+===May 3, 2018===
-:'''Use +sotd:''' Looking for an unusual place to RP, today? Try +sotd, short for Spot of the Day! It changes every 24 hours!
+====Underworld Shenanigans!====
+For longtime players here, and new, we've all known that the Underworld in Alexandria spins in three parts:
+* Ebon Syndicate: A cult of Taaran and Illothan interests. Smugglers and dealers with a mercantile side. NPC only.
+* Guild of the Sly: The other half of the original split from The Guild, the Sly stands in opposition to the Syndicate. Though rogues, they possess a streak of homegrown heroism.
+* Sunset: A mafia with heroic intentions, and founded by underdogs. They "do what it takes" to ensure business and trade flows fairly. Founded by the arvek nar, and now joined by some merchants and the Dragoneri who are both tired of being overlooked, and are tired of the Syndicate's hold.
+These three groups are at odds for control of the Alexandria Underworld. Each has their own motivations and outlook!
-:'''Use +event/leg:''' Make a LEGwork +req based on a scene you run! Usable for any type of scene, from Meetups to PrPs! It auto-adds all confirmed players, so they can rumormonger and investigate!
+Recently, though, they've received a bit of a brush-up in theme! At the moment, this just clarifies some backstory. But, keep a look out in the next few weeks!
-:'''Social and combat scenes award the same:''' They do! Check out some of our logs or talk with DMs for details! Well, we do award social scenes a little more: an added 2 RPP to the plot runner, but that is the only difference.
+===April 21, 2018===
-:'''Ask for a staff announce:''' Running something and would like a little extra notice? Ask for a staff announce!
+====Categories!====
+...the wiki dropdown list is no longer frightening and scary. Seriously, check'em out. :D /latenightgeeking !
-:'''Ask staff for help:''' Need ideas? Wondering if something would work, or wouldn't? Trouble handling a range of levels, or trouble with an encounter? Ask staff! We are here and glad to help. For APL and CR, Whirlpool, Hurricane, and Inferno are great to go to. For story and what you can do, check with any of the above, or for story support for your scene, tackle Beaglefinder or Derecho.
-:'''Ask the community for help:''' Check out our TPK channel, too! It's the place to go for advice on scenes. In fact, we created it just for that. We love stories, too!
-:'''Find RP prefs, character details:''' Type +rpwho and see the magic! In scenes, you can also use +tscan if you are the storyrunner!
+===April 16, 2018===
-In general, we are pretty open so long as what is done falls within general behavior guidelines and spirit of the game.
+====Clearing the Way!====
+As you've all seen on the bboards, there is an ongoing thread right now with things going into the Desolation and Alexandria doing maneuvers in that area, just over and around its border.
+The Desolation is a place full of bandits and bandit kingdoms, sure, but it is also home to Skald, the land where the Daemon Wars started and where Asumit, the demon binder, is said to dwell with his legion of the damned and what not.
-- Your Tenebrae Staff
-===May 2, 2016===
-====New Org: The Alexandrian Tribume!====
-The Tribune has been added to the list of orgs! Details on this will be available soon. PCs who are members would be considered staff, reporters, and so on. You will NOT need to be a member of this group to publish articles. Article publication (as a character or as a player) is open to everyone, and you will always get at least 1 RPP for it!
-===April 26, 2016===
-====Update!====
-As of today, we're adding in the following updates of AWESOME:
-* RPP HP Rerolls are now 1 higher! Fighters may now reroll 1-3, for example.
-* If you RP and submit a +request/rpp for roleplay relating to a crafting request, the crafting time is reduced by 1 day (minimum 1 day spent crafting). This may include +requests currently in queue (though it may mean going ongrid again, but RP is also awesome)
-:- Your Tenebrae Staff
-====Looking for Someone?====
-Everything is crazy interlinked now, or getting there! Here's a little GIF illustrating it:
-[[image:Orgs_internlinked.gif|thumb|center]]
-...I am sorry the GIF is kinda bad. I am really tired. XD
-===April 25, 2016===
-====Y'all are Awesome====
-[[image:events_4-25-2016.jpg|thumb|center]]
-===April 22, 2016===
-====Welcome, New Players!====
-If you're running an adventure and can include one or more new players in it, who have been on the game for not too long, we'll give the runner of the plot a nice little bonus at the end of it. :)
+What this means, of course, is that there's plenty of room for PRPs that deal with Alexandria trying to pacify the area just on the other side of its border, where no one really rules, in an effort to prepare the way for *something*. Just what is anybody's guess, at this point, but one doesn't have to work hard to guess that it has something to do with Asumit!
-Just so you guys know! Get those newbies!
-===April 15, 2016===
-====New Command!====
-Because Whiteout is wonderful, he's made us a +sheet/hprolls command! It does exactly what you think it does. :3 Please send him a thank-you if you think this is as awesome as I do.
-Well, I think it is pretty awesome. <.<
-====Lifestyles in Alexandria====
-Alexandria exists in a contentious cradle--a geographic desired by, and once conquered many times, by other more powerful, larger nations. As a result, the area is tough, proud, and as varied as any place on Ea.
-To celebrate that spirit, I'd like to toss out a challenge. Come up with a short article or story for the local paper on food, or lifestyles in part of Alexandria, and I'll award a bonus RPP for it, in addition to the one you get for sending in an article to begin with.
-===April 11, 2016===
-====Tribune on the Grid!====
-Somehow, the scrappy crew at the Tribune has gotten together enough funds to run the presses once more! The Tribune has lately re-opened its offices in the gossip-filled Lower Trades. (The Tribune is set as the +sotd today, if you would like to visit!)
-PS If you are there, please help us add decorations to Derecho. The gnomes have brought in tinsel, but the color does not seem quite right...
-====Events of Tenebrae Past====
-Oh, hey! If you didn't know, we archive many of Tenebrae's goofy (or memorial, but you know) objects in Cuddles' Apartment. Cuddles stores them in her closet for us. If you are brave enough, drop on by. In there, you'll find previous versions of Holiday Cuddles that the community decorated, as well as certain former splash banners.
-===April 8, 2016===
-====Exclusive Boost!====
-Howdy! We're pleased to announce that all Exclusive spends got a boost at T6 for existing players, and for new players, across the board! You see, on Tenebrae, upper levels are about reaching out and uplifting others, and we wanted to reward that.
-From here on out, when someone you've helped gain their feet takes T1 in your Exclusive spend, they get it for free, and you gain 5 Bonus RPP! In addition, if the new character is in a different level bracket, you both get the value of a PrP at your respective levels. So, lots of bonuses and thank-yous, just for helping someone else.
-Thank you for making this game what it is.
-===April 4, 2016===
-====What IS a Small Story, Anyway??====
-A small story is a summary of collected roleplay around some goal, that occured with other characters outside of a scene. For example, you might roleplay with friends a plot to steal Sandy's laundry. Or, roleplay your concern as you recover from being attacked by yellow musk creepers, with others helping you along the way.
-From there, write a summary and send it in. Many folks elaborate and turn the summary into a full retelling, to make it more of a story. This is not required, though you are certainly welcome to.
-You could say that Small Stories are a means for us to reward the stories and ideas you come up with outside of DM scenes, and that is true.
-So, in summary, Small Stories
-* Are worth a lot, a lot, a lot!
-* Must involve other people
-* Occur ongrid, not in scenes, although they can be tied or or inspired by scenes
-* Should involve at least three separate roleplays
-When you send in your summary or retelling, be sure to:
-* Make sure to include your goal ('dealing with the musk creeper attack' or 'stealing Sandy's laundry!')
-* Make sure it's evident other people were involved; delving into your character's headspace is cool, but we need to know that others were there, too!
-===April 3, 2016===
-====Classified Ads!====
-To celebrate the opening of the Tribune's new +request bucket, I'd like to publish a special issue for the crafting PCs, the Classified Ads. All you have to do is craft a quick, simple ad for your magic item crafting abilities, and you'll get an RPP out of it!
+And this means that I'm inviting everyone to run PRPs involved in this and those PRPs will be fully awarded as the death consent PRPs they will be allowed to be (should everyone be willing.)
-See you in the papers!
-====Tribune!====
-The Alexandrian Tribune now has its own +request bucket, '+request/trib'! It works just like the RPP bucket, automagically awarding 1 RPP upon approval, so feel free to send in more rumors, articles, and what amusing newspaper things you can think of!
+Take advantage of this offer while it lasts! :D
-See you in the papers!
-===April 1, 2016===
-====Announcements!====
-This is just a post to let you know there will be a post about an announcement about an important announcement sometime in the future!
-Your Tenebrae Staff
-====New Year!====
-As we settle into 2016 (can you believe we're closing in 15 years already?) We began life inspired by settings like Iron Kingdoms, Final Fantasy and Warcraft, and we've added a lot of things from a lot of people over he years! Kabooms! Magics! Artifice! HOBGOBLINS. Yet, there is always room for improvement. FOR CHANGE. Starting in April, we are beginning a new phase. We are converting to SOAPS MUX.
-Theme update to follow!
-(Also, more announcements!)
-Your Tenebrae Staff
-===March 31, 2016===
-Nothing was greater than when Prince Humperdinck cried, "For the last time, surrender!"
-To him, we say: DEATH FIRST!
-Somehow, somehow we have never celebrated that greatest of movies, Princess Bride! It's inconceivable. So, this April 14th we will be hosting a Movie Night here on Tenebrae. Bring your chips, bring your drinks, pirate hats, and the glove of the six-fingered man!
-To celebrate the greatest movie ever made, we'll be awarding any PrP bonus XP and GP for not just the runners, but participants as well! This will be a slightly larger bonus than we normally do. :D This is for any PrP that gives a nod to the Princess Bride, from here until the 14th! Participants getting into the spirit of things will get a bonus, also!
-The battle of wits has begun!
-Let's drink!
-:- Tenebrae Staff
-===March 28, 2016===
-====Monsters!====
-Hey, there! Do you have a favourite creature, or one you don't think gets enough love? Please @mail Whirlpoops if so. We'll be running an open mic night for our monsters, chatting about ideas to use them in plots, and general mayhem.
-====Alts!====
-Hey, there. As a general rule, we here at Tenebrae try to foster a culture of openness and trust between players. We shoot for a feel where, at the end of things, Tenebrae is something like a giant gaming table. At that table, you know who is playing the bard, or the barbarian. This leads us to be pretty open about things like alts. We are not a political PvP game, or other game that requires alt secrecy.
-We attempt to set this standard in our own behavior. You all know who my alts are, who Whirl's are, Hurricane's, Derecho's. We keep things pretty low-key that way. That said, we understand it's not that way on other games and that might caue a bit of culture clash for folks who aren't used to it. We're all used to different environments and we try to respect that. At the end, we hope you'll feel comfortable around the table, and settle in to roll some dice.
-===March 24, 2016===
-====Sewer Fun!====
-So, recently, it was learned by some PCs that there are demonic forces lurking around in Alexandria's sewer system, threatening to burble up from underground from time to time.
-So, what'd I'd like to see is the continuance of demon-hunt PRPs. No, you don't have to use the Alexandrian sewers, but those demons are out there, threatening civilians and keeping things busy. Plots which involve in this will be noted by me as going towards clearing out this infestation and will have an impact on the overall storyline. :)
-: Whirl
-===March 23, 2016===
-====Incremental Antimagic!====
-Want more options than standard antimagic offers? Would you like to make higher level spells more challenging, while leaving the lower level ones alone? Offer elements of antimagic as a trap? Interjection Games was kind enough to step in, and craft Incremental Antimagic! Indirectly crafted for Tenebrae, we have permission to use this awesome product in our MUX.
-Incremental Antimagic is linked to on all magic pages on the wiki:
-[[Magic#Incremental_Antimagic|Characters > Magic]]
-[[Magitech_and_Magic#Incremental_Antimagic|World > Magitech and Magic]]
-These options are open for use on Tenebrae.
-====Spreading rumors, sharing tales!====
-Hey, there. Just a reminder that if you'd like to send in a rumor, story, or just some flavor--please consider sending it to the Tribune! Each article awards 1 RPP.
-As a bonus, if we all work together, we can keep Derecho too busy to plot our collective dooms--
-I mean--stories are AWESOME! :D
-===March 17, 2016===
-====Release Package 24!====
-Howdy! We're pleased to announce Release Package 24! In it, you will find:
-* New spells for: Artificer, Bard, Cleric, Druid, Inquisitor, Ranger, Wizard/Sorcerer, and Witch!
-* New options for Fighter! We are glad to include Advanced Weapon Training!
-* A new feat to support AWT!
-* Updated, streamlined spell commands! A big thank you to everyone who has provided feedback, and helped test these!
-* Updated spell +help!
-* Shinied up +help for many commands!
-* Some nice buffs to the Homelands RPP spend!
-A big thank you to our code and wiki staff for making this all possible! Also, a big shout-out to everyone who provided their thoughts and ideas for feedback! We hope the new spells commands are easier to pick up and learn. As with any new content, expect the occasional burp and burble. If you'd like to take advantage of any of the new content, just send us a +request and we will work something out.
-Our next Release Package will be Release Package 25. That is a pretty cool number. :)
-:- Your Tenebrae Staff
-===March 14, 2016===
-====What've you seen ongrid?====
-Hey there! I'd like to add some of the ideas that folks have developed to the wiki. I could use some direction from all of you, from things you have been RPing ongrid (so, ideas that have developed actively through RP)
-If there's something that you've seen develop over RP, please let staff know about it. Just send in a +pitch!
-===March 13, 2016===
-====Update Your Time Commands!====
-Hey, folks. Please don't forget to set your +time/offset! DST has struck again (which also means that existing event times will appear an hour off, but new ones will not).
-SET OFFSET:
-: +time/offset <offset>
-: +time/offset -5 (for example, for CDT)
-CHECK OFFSET:
-: +time
-Setting your offset from your alts should set it for all of them. If it does not, check that all of your alts are registered, by typing +finger.
-===March 07, 2016===
-====Bug Reporting!====
-Howdy! In response to questions about what to send in when submitting a bug, we've updated the help files! See +help requests3 for what is helpful to send in. What is really helpful to staff is to know where it happened, what you typed, and what the game output. Finally, what you'd expected to happen.
-Knowing these things help us troubleshoot quickly and effectively. Thank you!
-:- Your Tenebrae Staff
-===March 02, 2016===
-====Spell Commands!====
-Hey, there! As a heads-up, we are looking at ways to streamline our spells commands sometime in the future. At the moment, these commands possess all different looks and styles. What we're proposing to do is to streamline them along the lines of: +spells/list and +spells/prep, for example.
-This may be sooner than later, depending on how things roll out.
-===February 27, 2016===
-====PrP Bonus!====
-Hey, there! It's almost--man, it is almost March, and we'd like to go in like a lion! ...even if it means mincing out like a gnomish lamb. :D For this month, anyone who drops a scene ongrid will receive bonus XP and GP for that scene, just for making it happen and helping folks here have a good time. It's also our way of saying thank you for being awesome.
-Just toss an +event together later, an' all. There's no need to announce ongrid scenes ahead of time, unless you'd like to.
-Also, for everyone else: please remember, if there is a Timestop present (you see (TIMESTOP) in +where), you MUST page before joining. For sanity, PrP DMs have the right to refuse afer a certain number, or ask you to swap for a different PC for levels, and so forth. In general, be polite, rescue the gnomish prince, slay a few monsters, and have a good time. That is what we are here for, after all. :3
-:- Your Tenebrae Staff
-====Alexandrian Tribune, Reloaded!====
-SO BUSY.
-So! We are relaunching the Alexandrian Tribune! It is the local Alexandrian newspaper!
-What does this mean?
-It means if you'd like to, submit an article for publication! Articles can be rumor posts, editorials, etc. about anything from gnomish theatre, to rumors about a plox (just ping the DM, but they are usually very happy to see this!). If you contribute to an edition, you'll be awarded 1 RPP!
-Just send them in to the RPP queue, and send Derecho lots of hugs! He will be helping coordinate the new Tribune!
-====Sending in Goss--articles! Article====
-Update! We were asked: "Well, how do I send in that awesome article about new petticoats being found at Sandy's store, in the most fashionable sildanyari style EVER, anyway?"
-A: Just use the RPP queue, and please, please prepend with: Tribune! So: +request/rpp Tribune: Sandy's Store=<article>
-You will get RPPz, and your foo will be published in upcoming newspapers!
-Also, hugs for Derecho!
-===February 25, 2016===
-====Humble Pathfinder Bundle====
-https://www.humblebundle.com/books/paizo-pathfinder-bundle
-Some of you might be interested in getting this. Digital copies of the PF books for $1. :D
-===February 24, 2016===
-====Equipment Page Update====
-I've added the material for breaking and damaging objects and weapons to the Equipment page. It could use some buffing, but the material is now there: [[Equipment#Damaging_and_Damaged_Objects|Equipment and Damaged Objects]].
-===February 23, 2016===
-====Just Plottin' Around====
-The +jobs for plots are available and there to be used. If you're looking for an in on something, want to learn more about the plot, or have an idea you want to contribute to them, they are there for everyone.
-===February 21, 2016===
-====Union Meeting!====
-Tomorrow evening is a meeting of the Yggdrasil Union. All who have any reason to attend are welcome to do so, even if you aren't a druid. :)
-===February 20, 2016===
-====New Wiki Section?====
-Howdy. I've been tossing around the idea of adding a 'Player Development' section to the race and a few other pages, to record things folks have come up with and included in their RP. At the moment, I'm gauging interest and viability. If this interests you, or if there's material you've developed, please @mail me.
-:- Lah
-===February 16, 2016===
-====Timestop Help Update====
-Hey, folks. +thelp received a major update (type +thelp when a timestop is present), which included a sweep-up of its help commands! Also, +help timestop received a good sweeping.
-I've left an open timestop in the GT for y'all to poke at. It will stay there for a day or so.
-:- Lah
-===February 13, 2016===
-====New Faces!====
-Everyone say hi to Nysallia, Wilros and Cawlro! We've been seeing a number of new faces lately and make sure to give them a good, warm welcome!
-====Grid Saturday====
-No promises as it depends on my schedule and plans for the day, but if people are out on the grid and RPing, things may happen. :)
-===February 12, 2016===
-====What You Don't Know About Timestop====
-Timestops are used to help run combat in a scene or PrP! Here are some things you may not know about them:
-FOR PLAYERS
-* Timestop commands aren't usable until you +init, so always +init!
-* Timestops can now track everything from AoOs to a paladin's mercies to a druid's wildshape: see +thelp/player once a timestop is dropped!
-* Timestops can show you party hp! Type +hp!
-* Timestops show up in +where! If you see (TIMESTOP) in +where, it means there is a PrP in progress! Page the GM a thank-you for running for folks!
-* Timestops offer live, ingame maps! Not everyone uses them, but they are pretty cool!
-FOR DMS
-* Timestops come loaded with their commands! This means you can summon them ANYWHERE ongrid, not just plot rooms!
-* Timestops let you scan your party for stats! Type +tscan!
-* Timestops can track status effects, too! Check out +thelp/dm and check out the note functions! You can even set a timer.
-* Timestops let you quickly view abilities your players possess, such as wildshape! Type +abil/list <name> to check!
-* Timestops offer maps, but these are optional; there when you want them, not when you don't!
-Finally: Timestops may be dropped anywhere, anytime, not just in plot rooms! In fact, if you run a plot ongrid, there is no need to pre-scedule. Just please do so after--that is just so we can make sure everyone gets a chance at scenes, and so on.
-Have fun, and kill demons!
-- Your Tenebrae Staff
-====Lonely Hearts====
-Lonely Hearts will be an open, on-grid scene on Sunday. People will be able to come and go as they please. It is geared towards lower level PCs.
-===February 11, 2016===
-====Timestop Update====
-Do you find yourself with more stubborn enemies than you can Smite?
-Are you so good at buckling your swash that your Panache always goes UP?
-Are zombie hordes approaching faster than you can change Channels?
-For all of these ailments and more, try new +abil! With just one simple spritz of +abil <ability>=<#>, you can keep track of just how many more uses (and which!) of your stupendously awesome abilities you have remaining! Just as your DM (or DM's evil dice!) will now precisely when you have run out, so he/she/it/they can murder you. Fun for all ages!
-But wait, there's more! For the paragons of fantasticality, using a NEGATIVE <#> will refill your ability's per diem (up to maximum, of course!).
-SURGEON GENERAL'S WARNING: While +abil may be able to handle any ability known to man, sil, or gobber, not all abilities from all sources have been upgraded to make use of this wonderful discovery. Should you find yourself unintenionally lacking, please submit a +request or @mail to Whiteout.
-===February 06, 2016===
-====Name your companion!====
-Thanks to Whiteout, we have an amazing new command! Use +comp/name <name> to give your companion a name! You'll be able to see this using +sheet/comp, which brings up the companion portion of your +sheet!
-===January 31, 2016===
-====Clarification: Companions!====
-The new code means you'll be able to select options for your AC as you level! This also means companions will no longer need approved. You are good to rock and roll!
-====Animal Companions: How-To====
-Because we've gotten a few questions, here's what to do if you have an AC!
-If you are an APPROVED character:
-:1. Are you one of the following? Druid, ranger, paladin, cavalier, or an inquisitor or cleric with the animal domain?
-:2. If you're one of the above, and have an Animal Companion, send a +request to staff. Use the SHEET bucket. In the +request, include just the choices you'd personally made for your companion: their feats, their skills (include ranks, not bonus), and which attributes you'd raised. Also, let us know if you have companion-specific items. You do not need to list anything else.
-:3. If you are NOT one of the above, grab a pizza and go on with life.
-If you are NOT approved:
-:1. Are you one of the following? Druid, ranger, paladin, cavalier, or an inquisitor or cleric with the animal domain? If so, you may need to +start over. Code will take care of you from here. There is no need to contact staff.
-:2. If you're NOT one of the above, grab a pizza and go on with life.
-Aside from this one event for existing characters, the Chargen and Advance rooms should handle everything.
-===Sunday, Jan 31, 2016===
-====Release Package 23!====
-Howdy! We're glad to announce the launch of RP 23! This has been a big one, in terms of Release Packages, and so parts of it have already been rolled out in stages! In RP 23, you will find:
-* '''Unchained barbarian!''' If you have not updated your barbarian, please let us know! Most +sheets should update automagically, and the new +rage code is already in place. Staff will work with you to adjust rage powers, and so on! With Unchained, look forward to more full-length rage powers, better barbarian DR, and free 'buffer' hit points you regain every combat!
-* '''Companion code!''' A big thanks to Whiteout for this! This has been a BIG behind-the-scenes accomplishment. If you have an animal companion, please +request to staff! Include:
-::1. Your companion's feat choices
-::2. Your companion's skill choices
-::3. Your companion's attribute raise choices
-::4. List any items in your inventory belonging to your companion
-That is all you need to include! Code will handle everything else automagically. We will also modify your items so they auto-add to your companion when you equip them!
-From here on out, you will be able to make choices for, and level, your companion in chargen. You'll also be able to see your companion's stats by using +sheet/comp.
-The animal companion update applies to: druids, rangers, paladins, cavaliers, and also inquisitors or clerics with the animal domain!
-* '''More mentor rewards!''' Each Exclusive RPP spend offers a Mentor option now, as part of their T6 ability. This is just a reward for taking a newer PC "under your wing." If you act as their mentor, they often get T1 in that spend for free, and you both get bonus RPPs!
-* '''New +prepare code!''' For those corner cases like Combined Contraptions, we've implemented some updates to +prepare! To go with it, +help spells2 has also been prettified and updated, with more examples!
-* '''Update to +sotd!''' Using +sotd now lets folks know how to to get there, too!
-As always with new material, there may be bits and pieces here to work out or polish! If this happens, just let us know via +bug. Character upgrade requests go to /sheet, please. Thank you, and game on!
-:- Your Tenebrae Staff
-===Mon, Jan 18, 2016===
-====What do YOU think is missing?====
-Howdy. I've been looking over the different RPP options. One of the things that comes to mind is: what's missing? Exclusive spends? Tokens? Aspects? What would you like to see?
-Toss some ideas to +pitch!
-If you're curious, here are a few of our design guidelines:
-* Many basic spends aim for trait-level or thereabouts. This isn't universal, but it's a good rule of thumb.
-* Spends tend to avoid +x to attack (our point buy would make this insane).
-* Feats are generally a no-go (EWP was considered more trait than feat), but it doesn't mean they can't be used as inspiration.
-* Try not to take abilities outright from other classes, though inspiration is super-cool.
-===Wed, January 13, 2016===
-====New Aspect!====
-Say hello to the new, [[Aspect_Spends#Fae-Touched|Fae-Touched Aspect]]!
-==Previous Update Archives==
-* [[Update Archives 2015]]
-* [[Update Archives 2014]]
-===Sun Dec 20, 2015===
-====The Guild====
-The New Guild is now open.
-Inside, there is a common room and a trophy room.
-Things can be submitted to the trophy room! If something memorable happens in an adventure and you want to add it into the trophy room, open a job and we'll get it added to the +views!
-===Thu Dec 17, 2015===
-====Since I have been asked...====
-You do not have to be a monk to sign up for 'Kung fu in the library', but priority is given to monk PCs because, well.. c'mon. It's about Kung FU in the library. ;)
-===Wed Dec 16, 2015===
-====Holidays Reminder!====
-To celebrate the holidays, we're doing something special this year! If you haven't heard,  this December, and January, if you run any 2 of:
-* PrP
-* Meetups
-* Short Stories (this refers to completing your own)
-We'll award 1 full level and stipend to any PC of 10 or below, OR 1/2 level to any PC 11 or higher!
-'''How does this work, exactly?'''
-All you need to do really, is tell your story. Run a PrP, craft a Short Story--any of the items on the list and send it in as normal. We'll award you normally for this first one. If you run a SECOND within the time period, other participants will receive their award as normal, but you'll get the level (or half-level) benefit, instead!
-'''How long does this run?'''
-This runs until January 31st! Or, roughly the next two months.
-'''Any types of PrPs requested?'''
-We are looking for all types, but especially those that tie into the current arc, or make use of ritual magic! If you are interested in the arc, now is the time to tag Whirlpool! That said, the floor is really open for what you would like to do.
-This is awardable once per player, not character.
-====Unchained Barbarian LIVE!====
-Hey there! As of now, Unchained Barbarian is now rolled out! Special thanks to Whiteout for handling the code backend! +rage code has been updated, as well!
-If you have any character who possesses barbarian levels:
-* Review your rage powers! This is true even if you do NOT think you will be making adjustments. Many rage powers updated, some no longer exist, others may be replaced with different options.
-* Send us a +request with any Rage Power adjustments. We will be happy to readjust your 'powers or let you select different ones. Note, if you swap out a power, you must meet all pre-requesites at the level you would have taken the rage power.
-* Send us a +request (possibly the same one) to let us know which feat you'd like in place of Raging Vitality. Raging Vitality no longer exists.
-The Unchained Barbarian is part of our upcoming Release Package! We are releasing it early in light of the holidays. That is, it gives staff a few fewer +requests to process by then, and lets us concentrate on family. Also, it gets you your awesome earlier.
-Regards,
-Your Tenebrae Staff
-===Mon Dec 14, 2015===
-====Holiday Bonus!====
-Guys, please remember to mention if the item you are sending in is your second! Also, provide a link where applicable. We are bobble-headed here sometimes, and want to make sure you get your bonuses!
-===Thu Dec 10, 2015===
-====Barbarian go RAWR!====
-Howdy! As a heads-up, we will be updating to the new, Unchained Barbarian! Existing PCs will auto-convert, though you will be able to send in a +req to update and alter your rage powers or other bits of fine-tuning. Paizo has smoothed out many of the mechanics, and made some formerly weaker powers more awesome!
-Expect this update sometime around the 16th of next week. In the meantime, we've added the Unchained Barbarian to our wiki for easy perusal.
-- Your Tenebrae Staff
-===Mon Dec 07, 2015===
-====Gmabit Finale!====
-I believe I've given everyone their XP and gold for the gambit finale scenes! IfI missed something, let me know!
-====Update to PrP Policy!====
-Can you cameo in your own PrPs?
-For the longest time we have said 'no,' because well, DMPC. Who wants those, really? However, we are looking at relaxing this rule, given some guidelines. A PrP DM's PC may be a questgiver in a PrP, with the following caveats:
-:- The quest must be accomplished on behalf of their organization, a greater plot arc, or similar body and not themselves.
-:- The PrP DM's PC may appear at the beginning of a plot, but not be part of it. This means no following the PCs along, no joining in on the adventure. The spotlight must be on the participants. The purpose of the DM PC should be to explain the plot, provide additional information, or some similar function at the start of the adventure.
-:- It is always a good idea to run this by staff, first.
-As with all things, expect some adjustments as we go, based on experience and feedback!
-===Sun Dec 06, 2015===
-====Finnish Indepdendence Day!====
-It's Finnish independence day, everybody! Spam Lolth with happy wishes, seeing as how she's, y'know, a Finn.
-===Sun Dec 06, 2015===
-====Ideas for the New Guild Building====
-If you have any ideas for the new guild building you'd like to see (no spiders in the rafters, Alba, NO), please @mail them to me!
-===Fri Dec 04, 2015===
-====I am WAR!====
-''"--ARVETH! Servant of War! Arveth, Soldier of KOR!"''
-''"Answer our call to your earthen Vessel!" The priest thrust his hands skyward as the clanfolk roared. A great thunder shook the earth and one of them--a warrior in the back, stood as Arveth made his choice known. Her hair was wild and her eyes fierce. As they watched, dark smoke overtook her gaze, and when she spoke, her voice was one that had not been heard for over a hundred years.''
-''"I. AM. WAARRRR!" Black fire erupted from the oruch's mouth as she raised her blade to the sky in tribute to the godservant who honored them. Priests hurried to place the Pauldrons of Arveth on her shoulders. Shaped by their most skilled blacksmiths, the pauldrons resembled those Arveth, Herald of Kor, had traditionally worn to battle hundreds of years ago. Today, Arveth would ride to battle with them, at the flanks of their chieftains.''
-''They were invincible.''
-''Across the plains, the arvek armies gathered. Their leader watched the enemy through his spyglasses, and spat upon the earth. "Showoffs," he said flatly. He raised his arm. Around him, soldiers stood straighter. Around him, the officers called formations as their gorgets flashed in the sun.''
-''The arvek would march. Individually, they heard the Anger of Arveth, Individually they shivered, but as they formed ranks the fear splashed against Discipline and ran screaming into the gutter. Discipline made the fear as useless as a sil's beardwhiskers, and as one, the units of soldiers formed ranks and began to move more quickly than any solitary, ordinary man had a right to.''
-''Nothing would stand in their way. Nothing. Come hail or hellfire, they would march forever against their enemy. Even into Sunset, and rout the oruch before them.''
-Say hello to the magic of Ea! We've touched on ways magic responds to individuals through Aspects--now see how it responds to nations and tribes with the power of Story--a power anyone here wields in their hand! Each race section now includes special DM Rules for racial magic.
-The magic is not intended to be used to power PCs individually--but rather illustrate and provide guidelines for how different races and cultures can make their impact felt on the World.
-These special rules may be used by anyone to enhance stories and plots, to add sf-x in a meaningful way, and so on.
-Ritual Magic is now live with RP 22!
-====Release Package 22====
-Welcome to Release Package 22! In it, you will find:
-* Ritual magic for every race! (This is now live)
-* Updated class and deity pages!
-* New feats! Clinging Climber, Combat Advice, Concentrated Splash, Covering Fire, Directed Disarm, Exceptional Pull, Friendly Fire Maneuvers, Lob Shot, Ranged Disarm, Ranged Trip, Relentless Shot, Throw Back Arrows, Trick Shooter, Volley Fire, Warning Shot, Weathered Warrior
-* New magic weapons from UE!
-If you would like to update your PC with some of these new items, please contact us and we will do our best to work something out. As with all new content, expect some bumps as we go along and adjust.
-===Tue Dec 03, 2015===
-====Happy Holidays!====
-Hey there! This year, we're celebrating the holidays with something special. This December, and January, if you run any 2 of:
-* PrP
-* Meetups
-* Short Stories (this refers to completing your own)
-We'll award 1 full level and stipend to any PC of 10 or below, OR 1/2 level to any PC 11 or higher!
-'''How does this work, exactly?'''
-All you need to do really, is tell your story. Run a PrP, craft a Short Story--any of the items on the list and send it in as normal. We'll award you normally for this first one. If you run a SECOND within the time period, other participants will receive their award as normal, but you'll get the level (or half-level) benefit, instead!
-'''How long does this run?'''
-This runs from this Saturday to January 31st! Or, roughly the next two months.
-'''Any types of PrPs requested?'''
-We are looking for all types, but especially those that tie into the current arc, or make use of ritual magic! If you are interested in the arc, now is the time to tag Whirlpool! That said, the floor is really open for what you would like to do.
-Awards available once per player.
-===Tue Dec 01, 2015===
-====War Stories!====
-Howdy! We are trying something new! That is, the tomes you see in the Gaming Table will be archived after their arcs are over, and preserved ongrid for future players and characters. If there is something you'd like to share, please do so.
-As with all new things, there may be adjustments down the line dependant on interest, etc.
-===Sun Nov 29, 2015===
-====Fresh Snows====
-Alexandria is covered in a blanket of fresh snow.
-It is very cold. It makes quite a change from the furnace that is Dun Mordren!
-====Reminder of Awesome!====
-If you haven't taken advantage of it, now ANY active and approved PC who makes their charpage receives 1 RPP! This is an update from when it was just for new players. As always, please be sure to let us know you've made one by sending us the URL via +req. Otherwise, we may miss it, and we would like to make sure you get your RPPs!
-How to Make a Character Page!
-http://tenebraemush.net/index.php/How_to_Make_a_Character_Page
-Badges!
-http://tenebraemush.net/index.php/Character_Page_Modules
-Advanced Templates!
-http://tenebraemush.net/index.php/How_to_Make_an_Advanced_Character_Page
-As always, drop a line if you'd like some help, either to staff (Typhoon or myself), or to the GT! We have a great community, and are always willing to help!
-====Plans!====
-Okay, folks! For the next week (possibly two), I'm encouraging folks to get out on the grid and get to talking about current events. From a scene perspective, I'll be getting things caught up both on demon-related legwork as well as running some 'Back to Basics' adventures for folks. :)
-I encourage everyone thinking about PRPs to run one themselves as well!
-===Thu Nov 26, 2015===
-====Wiki Update: Classes and Faiths====
-Hey, there! Our class and deity pages recently got a spiff-up! The summary boxes at the top now contain quicklinks to associated groups and organizations! These aren't exhaustive lists (though if we missed some, please let us know!) but are intended to get folks started. Also, common interests with other PCs (such as a shared group) are great for background enrichment and RP!
-Check out our new Fighter page for example, here: http://tenebraemush.net/index.php/Fighter
-Or, Gilead: http://tenebraemush.net/index.php/Gilead !
-Game on!
-===Thu Nov 26, 2015===
-====Okay!====
-Dun Mordren is now done, as I've said, and you're all untimefrozen to pick up the pieces after that. people will be returning to Alexandria, so I expect to see all of you ont he grid a bit and RPin'!
-What this means is that the Asumit plotline, which I had to pause on account of Dun Mordren hitting its climax, is now back on trcak. It will take me a few days to power through related jobs as well as get loot and XP done. :)
-TIME TO PUNCH DEMONS IN THE FACE.
-===Wed Nov 25, 2015===
-====Dun Mordren Complete====
-The Dun Mordren arc is COMPLETE. This means all frozen RP is unfrozen, and everyone is welcome to get to assuming it all happened. Rumor posts and summaries will go up soon, and it will take me a few days to get through all the loot and XP, if not more.
-But the important part: get out there on grid and RP the results, folks! This was a big deal and everyone involved is a BIG DAMN HERO.
-====Happy Holidays!====
-Howdy. :3 I realize a good chunk of our players aren't in the US (our server's hosted in a terrifying land of ice and snow!) but any reason is a damn good reason to celebrate RP!
-So, this week expect to see staff popping ongrid, and dropping a few extra noms, just as a thank you for being here, and for being a part of the community!
-:- Lahar
-===Tue Nov 24, 2015===
-====New Command of Awesome!====
-Have you ever wanted to rumormonger or investigate after a PrP? Maybe you're running, and wanted to offer this to your players? Maybe you're in a scene, and thought something was really cool? Or, maybe you're a runner and would like to make it more evident to your players that there's more to do if they'd like to explore?
-Well, we've been working to make that as easy as possible, because we think it's cool, too. Now, just type +events/leg and +events will auto-create a LEGwork! It will auto-add all of your confirmed players, too!
-We hope you'll use this to plot and scheme, and otherwise harass Sandy lots!
-Well, mostly the plotting and the scheming.
-But the harassing is good, too!
-====Did You Know...?====
-Did you also know about these?
-:'''+sheet/journal:''' A journal of your recent adventures! Use the journal commands (+help journal) to add your own entries, to keep track of important events in RP, and so on. There is a limit on the overall number of entries though, so you will eventually need to archive to your charpage.
-:'''+selfboot:''' Tired of old connections sticking around? Try this!
-:'''+sotd:''' Looking for an unusual place to RP, today? Try +sotd, short for Spot of the Day! It changes every 24 hours!
-:'''+timestop:''' Sure, they can be used in the plot rooms. But did you know they can be used ongrid, too? Or, anywhere?
-:'''+event/leg:''' Make a LEGwork +req based on your scene! It auto-adds all confirmed players, so they can rumormonger and investigate!
-===Fri Nov 20, 2015===
-====Dun Morden Stories!====
-The Stories of Dun Morden! object will be locked, and placed on our grid at the Adventurer's Guild guildhouse once the arc is over. This will make it a permanent fixture of the game!
-At the moment, it is in the Gaming Table for easy access.
-===Thu Nov 19, 2015===
-====Announcements!====
-Hey, folks! As a heads-up, we will be rolling in some special rules that are only for plot runners! You can get an advance look over this-a-way: http://tenebraemush.net/index.php/Magitech_and_Magic#DM_Rules_for_Racial_Magic!!
-These will be usable for plots and short stories, and you will be able to expand on them!
-We'll be rolling these out over the upcoming holidays, and some other things, besides. :3 In the meantime, please share your ideas--send us an @mail, or a +pitch!
-Watch this space!
-===Tue Nov 17, 2015===
-====Dun Morden Tales!====
-The Panacea's plan has been a long time coming. Potentially years. Currently their assault on the kingdom of Dun Morden is coming to fruit, and the King's life is on the line--unless you're there to prevent it! In the meantime, please feel free to share your own stories about the conflict. When the war concludes, this tome will be archived at the Adventurer's Guild, ongrid, for all to read.
-- Your Tenebrae Staff
-===Mon Nov 16, 2015===
-====Gambit Finale Rules====
-A character may only go on one of those scenes. While preferences will be given to players who haven't gone on any but alts are perfectly welcome to go on these as well. :)
-Those rules do not apply to the Monday scene. That's the conclusion ad everyone is invited. :)
-Please sign up for the actual events on the day you want to go and not 'reservations' because those were just me planning schedules. <.<
-There is plenty of room for PRPs here as well! And PRPs do not count towards your alts 'finale scene' limit. GO on as many of those as get run! Run one yourself!
-===Sat Nov 14, 2015===
-====Re: That cool thing!====
-Just a reminder--if there is something cool you've done, and went wow! That was fun! please consider sharing your ideas in our web forums. For example, if you figured out how to make a hip-dancing goblin swashbuckler (thanks for the help, Stirling!) that would be something quirky to write about.
-You don't need to be an expert. This isn't CharOp (we're too varied a game for that!). It's all about fun ideas, sharing a tale, and quirky characters.
-Here are a few we've had:
-Colrick enjoys firearms, so wrote a guide about firearm options in Tene!
-:- http://forum.tenebraemush.net/index.php/topic,1441.0.html
-Jareth wrote about tanking and defense!
-:- http://forum.tenebraemush.net/index.php/topic,1620.0.html
-I said hey, Jareth! Let's expand that, and so we did! Here's drawing aggro:
-:- http://forum.tenebraemush.net/index.php/topic,1817.0.html
-Making paladins heroic healers and battletanks (aka, not being the bandaid)!
-:- http://forum.tenebraemush.net/index.php/topic,1781.0.html
-Sneak with a tower shield, by thinking outside the box!
-:- http://forum.tenebraemush.net/index.php/topic,1741.0.html
-And, one by Aldean on bards as counterspellers!
-:- http://forum.tenebraemush.net/index.php/topic,1816.0.html
-====New Forum!====
-Because CDO, I've made a separate forum for sharing ideas! Check it out, here:
-http://forum.tenebraemush.net/index.php/board,71.0.html
-Also, if you've an old how-to you'd like shared, please @mail me!
-===Tue Nov 10, 2015===
-====Steady Shot, Crossbows, and You====
-Seeing as how crossbows need some love, we have decided to allow the feat, Steady Shot, to apply to them for now. We'd like to see if this increases the viability of crossbows even a little and allows for people whose concepts lean in that direction to be played a little more easily. If you have a crossbow user alt, please don't hesitate to submit a job to trade in for this feat.
-http://tenebraemush.net/index.php/Feats_J-Z#Steady_Shot
-Thanks, folks!
-====Queen's Speech and others====
-There were several speeches played oer the broadcast system. Everyone would've heard them. When I can, I'll get the texts up on the bboards. Yes, even Rhar's.
-===Mon Nov 09, 2015===
-====PRPs====
-I am offering a PRP bonus of 10 to anyone who runs a PRP this week. They will need to be Gambit related for this bonus to be applied.
-Thanks, folks! This is primarily to encourage events while I am preparing for the finales. :)
-===Sun Nov 08, 2015===
-====Gambit Update====
-The ending of the Gambit will be starting when I wrap up the Save the Queen scene. :) We'll be moving towards that this week and the final bits should cocur next weekend!
-AFter that, all time bubbling is over and everything will be back on course, assuming I don't kill everyone. :D
-===Wed Nov 04, 2015===
-====That Cool Thing That One Time!====
-Hey, folks. If there is something cool you've done, and went wow! That was fun! please feel free to share your ideas in our web forums. For example, if you figured out how to make a hip-dancing goblin swashbuckler (thanks for the help, Stirling!) that would be something quirky to write about.
-You don't need to be an expert. This isn't CharOp (we're too varied a game for that!). It's all about fun ideas, sharing a tale, and quirky characters.
-====Rage Powers Cleanup!====
-Thanks to some help from Latenat, our Rage Powers received the fuzzy broom! Please give him some big thanks next time you see him. :3
-http://tenebraemush.net/index.php/Barbarian#Rage_Powers
-===Thu Oct 29, 2015===
-====Minor Blood Pact Update====
-T3 now grants your entity's language. Please send in a +req if this describes you. :3
-===Thu Oct 29, 2015===
-====Announcement: Half-Gnomes!====
-Hello, everyone! We are currently evaluating adding HALF-GNOMES to the game!
-You can see the stats, here: http://bit.ly/1keNrPv
-If you like this idea, please @mail Hurricane. It was all his doing.
-===October 27, 2015===
-====Class Pages Update====
-We've made a small update to all class pages for utility's sake. Classes with spellcasting, familiars, or companions now list these on their page, as well as the bonus spells per level rules. The Magic page has been updated to include the bonus spells per level also.
-:- Your Tenebrae Staff
-===October 14, 2015===
-====PLOTS and PRPs.====
-We're hoping that information in plots will help you guys also to run PRPs around these plots! Don't hesitate to make use of that information to run stuff and if you, of course, need any help or have ny questions on how you want to tie things together, just ask us!
-===October 06, 2015===
-====Timebubbling====
-Since I've gotten a couple questions about how exactly this works, we generally assume anything timebubbled like Dun Mordren 'hasn't happened' until it's done. You're all free to carry on unrelated RP around that while assuming it hasn't happened yet. I know this can be a little awkward, but timing on MUSHes can be a little hard sometimes. :)
-===October 05, 2015===
-====Related RP====
-While Dun Moredren IS timebubbled, feel free to RP about what's going on in the City Center. Just be understanding that events will be occurring over a shorter time IC than they will be playing out in OOC. :)
-===October 05, 2015===
-====The King's Gambit====
-Narvin Forgeholm wants to be King of Dun Mordren.
-To this end, he has seized the castle and named himself Regent. He has forces throughout Dun Mordren. for the next two weeks, all Dun Mordren related RP is time-bubbled as the various forces involved will duke it out and the dwarven city guard will be leading the charge to restore order to the city.
-You are ALL ENCOURAGED to run PRPs relating to this. If you want to, talk to me and I can give you all the info you need. There will be a bonus of increased experience and gold to the PRP DMs who help make this an exciting plot for everyone!
-At the moment, only the city center is in control of people not aligned with Narvin Forgeholm. This will evolve as the plot goes on. :)
-===October 02, 2015===
-====Gambit Notes====
-Okay, folks.
-The Gambit is on for Sunday still. This will be a public scene setting the next stage of the plot into motion. From that point on, the events in Dun Mordren will be moving ahead through various events and scenes. They will be happening over a smaller space of time than it will take us to resolve them. Some of you have character's in scenes related to it already frozen. Those of you in that case will not be able to bring those characters to the public scene.
-===September 28, 2015===
-====Sunday!====
-The Gambit is now Sunday. This is a big deal so I hope most of you can make it there. I will also be wrapping up a lot of the secondary plot stuff relted to it's prelude this week. It's taken a long tiem to get to this point, so I hope you'll all think it's worth it as we go onto bigger and better things. Thanks for all your patience!
-===September 27, 2015===
-====Plots Queue====
-This is a new thing we're doing to try to keep track of stuff. All of you should now have access to the plots queue. We hope this will make keeping, and tracking, plot arc info easier for all of you and help newbies get more involved.
-If you're a player DM running a mini arc, you are also welcome to do this! Just make sure you talk to us first. :)
-===September 14, 2015===
-====New Advanced CP Template!====
-New Advanced Character Page Template: Riding Dog!
-View it here: [[Riding_Dog_Advanced_Character_Template|Riding Dog Character Page Template]].
-How to adapt it, here: [[How_to_Make_an_Advanced_Character_Page|How to Make Advanced Character Pages]].
-You can find Advanced Templates as well as Character Badges! from the How to Make a Character Page link. That is: Community > Character Pages. The "How to" is right at the top, and there are all sorts of goodies there!
-====Blood Pact Badges!====
-Blood Pacts now have badges! Feel free to ping with ideas:
-[[Character_Page_Modules#RPP_Blood_Pact_PC_Badges|Blood Pact Badges]]!
-You can find badges on the main Character Pages page, and on relevant pages throughout the wiki.
-===September 14, 2015===
-====RPP Update!====
-Howdy! To streamline things a bit, we're opening the 'First Character Page' and 'Introduce Your PC' to all PCs, not just your first! This means that any approved PC may gain an RPP for making an intro post, and then another for fleshing out a charpage.
-Originally, these were only for new players, but we've decided to open things up, because that is more fun.
-We have hundreds of great PCs, and so are unable to award this retroactively. However, any PC approved after or during Sept 13th is eligable and can claim these bonuses!
-===September 03, 2015===
-====Events====
-Hey, folks. Please remember to use *events/confirmed after a PrP. This helps us know if someone could use a few more scenes, as well as thank those who take the time to run!
-If you're unsure how to use this command, see +help events3, or check with staff. We are always glad to help.
-Thank y'all for making this game what it is!
-===September 01, 2015===
-====Release Package 21====
-Say hello to Release Package 21! In it, you will find:
-* New magic rings from Ultimate Equipment! Special call-out to Latenat for some last-minute assists on the data!
-* A new format for the rings page!
-* New feats, including: Aquatic Combatant, Aquatic Spell, Armored Athlete, Artful Dodge, Cudgeler Style, Cudgeler Sweep, Cudgeler Takedown, Deadly Grappler, Explosive Escape, Got Your Back, Grappled Caster, Harrying Partners, Heroic Leader, Juke, Just Out of Reach, Kraken Style, Kraken Throttle, Kraken Wrack, Leaping Evasion, Open Up, Phalanx Formation, Press to the Wall, Reactive Arcane Shield, Redirect Attack, Shrug On, Stick Together from Melee Tactics!
-* New spells from Ultimate Magic! New spells are in place for most 1-4 and 1-6 level casters! 1-9 casters and bard will be included in the next RP, because wizard schools make even Alba cry, and there are horrors on this earth that we were never meant to know.
-* A new RPP spend, Homelands! (http://tenebraemush.net/index.php/Homelands_Spends) Homelands now also possess its first Tokens, to kickstart its life here on Ea!
-* A new banner for our website and FB! Special thanks to http://sandara.deviantart.com/ for letting us use her awesome art!
-* New +armor code for Titan Armor! Check it out the next time a +timestop drops. A big thank-you to Whiteout for making this for us!
-As with all new content, there may be adjustments down the line as feedback and play comes in! In the meantime, game on, and thank you all for making Tenebrae what it is today.
-If there is new content that interests you, please just send us a +req and we'll be glad to work with you.
-:- Your Tenebrae Staff
-====Community Arts!====
-As a thank-you to folks who've stepped forward and through gift or commission, offered sketches, doodles, or more finished works for characters here, let us know and we're offering a small gift of RPPs. This is just our way of saying thanks.
-Likewise, if you're someone who considers themselves a community artist and would like to offer the occasional gift or commission, please let us know! We'd love to feature you, as well as provide a link to your gallery or site.
-'''[[Tenebrae_Artists|Community Artists]]'''
-===August 31, 2015===
-====New Player Bouses!====
-Once again, we seem to be having an influx of new peoples!
-Because of this, we will be extending a couple of bonuses into the first two weeks of September.
-Bonus number one: If you run a plot that has a new player in it, you will receive a bonus to your XP for running the plot.
-The second bonus is for engaging in grid RP with the new players. If you RP with someone you haven't RP'd with before, we will award one extra RPP to any RPPs submitted for the scene! (Please be sure and let us know in the RPP!)
-Carry on!
-===August 27, 2015===
-====You Make us Happy====
-[[image:8-26-15.png|center|thumb]]
-Seriously. Thank you.
-====New RPP Spend Launching====
-[[Homelands Spends|Homelands]] is a flavorful spend we are looking at including soon. In the meantime, please send in your feedback via @mail or +req! Homelands should be launched with RP 21.
-====Did You Know About These CharDev Options?====
-We like character options and roleplay so much that over the years we've added options, and rewards, for investing in your personal story. We do this because your character's stories are important to us. If you're new, or perhaps an older player just looking around, here are a few ideas:
-:'''Social Options Room:''' Want to list your homeland, or basic associations? Set them quickly and easily in this room!
-::More: Type SO from the Gaming Table!
-:'''Aspects:''' In a world filled with magic, Aspects are what happens when that magic begins to respond to a character on a personal level. Aspects are a Tiered RPP spend that grows as you level. They come in several flavors and varieties; is there one that fits your character?
-::More: [[Aspect Spends|Aspects]]
-:'''Exclusives:''' Exclusive RPP spends tend to represent a primary track or focus of your character. For example, is your character really dedicated to their organization? The Organization RPP spend offers benefits for being involved. Perhaps your character made a bad (or good) deal with an outsider, and you'd like that to develop and grow over time. If this interests you, check out Blood Pact!
-::More: [[RPPs#The_Big_List|The Big List]]
-:'''Short Stories:''' Short stories let us reward you for the stories you craft ongrid. For example, your character believes him or herself to be a master chef. You'd like to explore that, and the hilarious accidents on the way. Engage others in roleplay and share your tale, and gain bonuses, too!
-::More: [[Small Stories]]
-:'''Merchant's Vehicle:''' Looking for a seller's cart or a merchant's stall? Perhaps a hoverbike for your artificer? Check our our Small Vehicles spend. (These cannot substitute for a mount.)
-::More: [[Buy_a_Small_Vehicle|Vehicles]]
-:'''Gain Ranks in Crafts, Profession, or Perform through Roleplay:''' What does your character do during their downtime? Check our our RPP options for advancing crafts, profession, and various perform skills through your roleplay.
-::More: [[Character_Spends|Get Craft, Profession, and Perform Skills]]
-:'''Meetups:''' Do you want to meet other Vardamen or the Ygdrassil Union? Arrange a Meetup, and receive rewards for meeting PCs you'd wanted to, anyway.
-::More: [[Meetups]]
-:'''Character Pages:''' Character pages say a lot about you. They also: provide a way to archive +sheet/journals, are a place to add badges, and include yourself in wiki categories. For example, if you're Elunan, you could add the Elunan tag. Someone clicking on the wiki category, "Elunan," would bring up a list of the Elunans ingame--including you! However, only if you add the tag.
-::More: [[How_to_Make_a_Character_Page|How to Make a Character Page]] & [[Character_Page_Modules|Character Page Extras]]
-:'''+sheet/journal:''' Did you know your journal updates when a plot finishes? If you'd like to add more detail (or notes), check out +help journal. You can add to and edit your own entries, too!
-::More: +help journal
-Whew! Thank you for reading! There are more options, such as '''player-made orgs''', '''noncom PrPs''', and '''prosthetic limbs'''--but the list has gotten a little long. Also, for those interested--there's just 5 more days to claim the Rose Treaty celebration! These celebrations are a thank-you for getting involved, sharing your stories, and being a part of the Tenebrae community. Game on!
-:- Your Tenebrae Staff
-===Ceriday, August 22, 2015===
-====Release Package 20!====
-Alexandria's always been the little guy surrounded by behemoths. No matter how hard they've tried, Alexandria's survived it all. The Rose  Treaty celebrates these battles--a week filled with reenactments, celebrations, and parades, it's a Big Deal.
-...but in a battle against behemoths, you need some armor, so to celebrate, we're pleased to announce Release Package 20! In it, you will find:
-* New armor and shields!
-* A new format for the armor and shields page!
-* New token spends for Blood Pact, Ancestral Weapon, and Org!
-* New materials!
-* The Extra Panache Feat!
-* New Ki powers!
-* New page for org-specific items!
-* Updates to Sun-Touched and Stone-Born Aspects!
-As with all new content, there may be adjustments down the line as feedback and play comes in! In the meantime, game on, and thank you all for making Tenebrae what it is today.
-PS The MUX went down when adding ki powers! THIS WAS NOT MY FAULT.
-: - Lah
-====Wiki Formatting Note====
-A note about wiki formatting: Some of the spacing may be a little off, and the armor/shield tables may not be perfectly sorted by price, then alphabet. Please bear with me. I am not sure how to get around some of these errors at this time, but it is being worked on.
-On the other hand, if you find a pricing or other error, please @mail me. Thank you!
-:- Lah
-====Ultimate Combat Errata====
-Most of the recent UC errata should now be reflected on the wiki. The areas that applied to us were primarily tweaks to a few feats here and there. Most notably, the Dragon Style, Crane Wing, and Moonlight Stalker feat lines.
-:- Lah
-===August 22, 2015===
-====Summit Update====
-Yes, I know this is taking a lot longer than I thought it would. This is not surprising.
-Right now, the Summit at Dun Mordren is still 'ongoing'. As we know, travel between it and Alexandria is accessible. Until I can finish moving things along and into position. Thanks for your patience, everyone! We're in the home stretch now.
 :Whirlpool
+===April 1, 2018===
-===August 22, 2015===
+====GAME CONVERSION====
+Hi, everyone!
-====Time is Running Out!====
-Hey, guys. Just a heads-up that there's only 10 days left for:
-* All of August, anyone who makes a: witch, inquisitor, swashbuckler, cavalier, or druid will receive our cleric bonus for that PC! This are stackable with other bonuses, up to a starting level of 4--so check out Roleplay > Bonuses! Remember, PCs must be primarily of one of these classes to qualify.
+I know you've all been watching for this announcement, knowing what you know about all those new games out there!
-* We have a lot of new players. A lot of old players! If you've been actively getting out there and helping our players, new and old, get involved in the metaplot ongrid, please send me a +req! This is true if you have, or if someone was helpful to you! Just let us know what you (or they) did, so we can get to giving out some rewards. :3
+That is why I am deeply pleased to announce that as of today, we are converting to the astounding and well designed, award winning game 'PUGMIRE'.
-Also! There are 13 days left for:
-*  If you run a low level plot that has at least *one player* new to teh game in it, I will increase your reward for it for the next two weeks! Don't be afraid to use the Dun Mordren setting for any of the scenes! The Summit is still ongoing as I sort out all these adventures relating to it! - WhirlPoopin'
+Watch for code to be rolled out for conversion in the coming weeks.
-Happy Rose Treaty, everyone, and a big thank you to everyone who has stepped forward, and made our new players, and older ones, as welcome as you have. You really do make this game what it is.
-:- Your Tenebrae Staff
-===August 20, 2015===
-====New Playes!====
-We've recently had a number of new people turn up! Welcome aboard, everyone!
+For those not familiar with this wonderful game, here's a link!
-I am hereby issuing a challenge to all our PRP runners. Our new players need low level plots. As you can see, I am a bit booked solid, and my other DMs are doing the best they can.
+http://theonyxpath.com/category/worlds/pugmire/
-If you run a low level plot that has at least *one player* new to teh game in it, I will increase your reward for it for the next two weeks! Don't be afraid to use the Dun Mordren setting for any of the scenes! The Summit is still ongoing as I sort out all these adventures relating to it!
-:Whirlpool
-===August 15, 2015===
-====Only 2 skills a level?====
-...so what?
-Check out our Legwork Workshop #1, and our updated Legwork Guide!
-* [[Legwork_Guide|Legwork Guide]]
-* [[Legwork_Workshop_1|Legwork Workshop 1]]
-===August 13, 2015===
-====Underdogs Reminder!====
-Hey, guys. Just a quick reminder that there's about two weeks left to claim the Underdog!
-* All of August, anyone who makes a: witch, inquisitor, swashbuckler, cavalier, or druid will receive our cleric bonus for that PC! This are stackable with other bonuses, up to a starting level of 4--so check out Roleplay > Bonuses! Remember, PCs must be primarily of one of these classes to qualify.
+All questions must be directed to Beagle.
-* We have a lot of new players. A lot of old players! If you've been actively getting out there and helping our players, new and old, get involved in the metaplot ongrid, please send me a +req! This is true if you have, or if someone was helpful to you! Just let us know what you (or they) did, so we can get to giving out some rewards. :3
-Happy Rose Treaty, everyone!
-- Your Tenebrae Staff
-===August 12, 1017===
-====The Underdog! Pt 2!====
-We have a lot of new players. A lot of old players! If you've been actively getting out there and helping our players, new and old, get involved in the metaplot ongrid, please send me a +req! This is true if you have, or if someone was helpful to you! Just let me know what you (or they) did, so I can get to giving out some rewards. :3
-This is intended as a thank you for involving others and reaching out a hand. Reaching out and being a hero is part of the Alexandrian spirit, after all!
-Note, this is specifically for reaching out to a variety of people, ongrid. Community guidelines apply, so variety is important, here!
-Thank you. :D
-(PS If you'd send an @mail, this is fine!)
-===August 03, 1017===
-====+Aoo====
-Whiteout has graciously coded a new command. When you want to take or use an AOO, you can now +aoo. The code will track your AOO useage and refresh appropriately! This is good news for you folks with tons of AOOs to use. :)
-===August 03, 1017===
-====Legwork!====
-Legwork is a mechanic that becomes increasingly important the higher level you are. Enemies become more clever. Going toe to toe with the master vampire may be the final 5 percent of the plot. So, how do you get in on that?
-If you're a martial PC, how do you do that without sacrificing combat potential?
-We discussed that and more: [[Legwork_Workshop_1|Legwork Workshop #1]]!
-I've added an addendum since the last post, about making up the difference between class and non-class skills for certain PCs.
-: Lah
-===August 02, 1017===
-====Celebrate the Underdog in August!====
-Celebrate the Underdog!
-This month, we celebrate the ROSE TREATY! As part of these celebrations, we'll also be shining the spotlight on five classes ingame who are new or who have been overlooked!
-All of August, anyone who makes a: witch, inquisitor, swashbuckler, cavalier, or druid will receive our cleric bonus for that PC! This are stackable with other bonuses, up to a starting level of 4--so check out Roleplay > [[Bonuses]]!
-''What is the ROSE TREATY? ''
-Alexandros has always been the scrappy underdog--an island in the midst of behemoths. Independence is a big deal. An important deal. A stroll through its history shows just how hard Alexandrians have fought for it. You'll be hearing about some of these events as the celebration draws closer. The TLDR version is that Alexandria is in a strategic area, geographically and politically, and everyone has wanted a piece...for a very long time.
-===July 31, 1017===
-====Harrison has Nothing on You====
-Hello, adventurers, look at your hat, now back to me, now back at your hat, now back to me. Sadly, your hat is not a rugged fedora, but if you joined the Acquisitioners and roamed the world hunting dangerous artifacts, it could be.
-Look down, back up, where are you? You’re on a pit with an idol the khazad sealed away centuries ago. We have 72 hours to reseal it before the world is destroyed! What's in your hand? Back at me, I have it. It's a trusty whip to carry you on daring escapes! But I've dropped it at the edge, and the door is closing, hurry! Can whips let you swing like that? Anything is possible when you're a member of the Acquisitioners! I'm on a horse.
-[[Player-Made_Orgs#The_Acquisitioners|The Acquisitioners!]]
-===July 29, 1017===
-====Meet the Shining Chalice!====
-Fayde just crafted our latest organization, the Shining Chalice! You can read about it here: Community > Player-Made Orgs on our website. The Chalice are a largely sorcerer-based group who believes that seeks to understand the Ways of the Stars and Moon. They believe their blood and blessings afford them special insight--and who knows? They could be right!
-The Shining Chalice will be soon added to our Social Options room. In the meantime, you can +request entry, and meet Fayde and other Elunites ongrid! Use OrgChat (addcom oc=OrgChat) to find them!
-:Local Organizations: Core Setting > [[Local Organizations]]
-:World Organizations: World > [[Organizations|World Organizations]]
-:Player-Made Organizations: Community > [[Player-Made Orgs|Player-Made Organizations]]
-If you'd like to make one yourself, come talk with us! General guidelines may be found on any organizations page.
-===July 27, 1017===
-====Alts====
-Hey, there. Please check your +fingers and verify your alt lists are correct. If not, please let me know! We have had some shifting-about of late due to some updates.
-====Tenebrae Artists!====
-Just a reminder: if you're an artist and would like to offer your work, commissions or otherwise, to folks here--just shoot a +req that includes your gallery URL, and we'll feature you on our artists page!
-===July 24, 1017===
-====Upcoming for August!====
-Howdy. Next month we'll be swapping gears to focus on the underdogs! What this means is, we'll be shining the spotlight on the five classes ingame who are either new, or who've been overlooked!
-All of August, anyone who makes a: witch, inquisitor, swashbuckler, cavalier, or druid will receive our cleric bonus for that PC!
-We're announcing this ahead of time to give you the opportunity to plan ahead. This is just one of the things we'll be doing to celebrate Alexandria's biggest holiday--the Rose Treaty!
-In the meantime, please check out +bbread 1. July is ending soon, as is the opportunity for 5 bonus RPPs for PrPs, DC-level awards on Short Stories, and more.
-===July 23, 1017===
-====Status Reports====
-I will be doing some war reports on the status of various plots and so on to bring folks up to speed on some aspects of waht's been going on.
-If there's anything specific you want to see covered in them, please let me know. :)
 :Whirlpool
+===March 28, 2018===
+====Server Whoops!====
+Okay, folks -- again, httpd decided that the best possible thing it can do is to go wild with things and suicidally loot all the resources to choke everything down, and I've changed some settings for now.
+The reason why I've been reluctant to change those is because they're likely affect things like posting logs and editing biiiiig wiki pages; basically, stuff that says "yes, this is a bit slow connection, so keepalive is nice, max page size and max post size oh let's crank up those too" to the web server.
-===July 23, 1017===
-====Legworks: Getting Answers! Log====
-RAWR! http://tenebraemush.net/index.php/Legwork_Workshop_1
+If you run into a problem where the system yammers back at you about something regarding timing out or post too big or whatever, try to post in a smaller chunk, chuck in a small semi-chapter header like ---And this is where the fun begins!---, save, and continue posting by clicking on that's generated 'edit' button.
-Log be there. :D We covered legworks in general, as well as a focus section on martial PCs. Finally, how to abuse RPPs and make connections. Lots of good stuff.
+Sorry, I am right now a bit flu-jiggery to explain it in more reasonable way, but uhhh. Wikididdy peeps here can help?
-===July 20, 1017===
-====Celebrating the Underdog!====
-In a few days, we'll be announcing an Underdog Special in honor of Alexandros' independence!! Just as it starts, the following will be CLOSED FOREVER:
+:Lolth
-* RPP Token purchases open call!
-* Short Stories will award at Death-Consent levels! ...and their usual bonus 3 RPP!
-* PrPs will award a bonus 5 RPP in addition to their general awesomeness (up to 2).
-* If you have an alt of 4th or higher you don't care for any longer, you may decide to toss them into Mt. Doom. ...and gain a half level on any 1 other alt of your choice! (Earnable once)
-These expire at the end of this month! That is, July 31st is the last day you can claim them, unless you make arrangements ahead of time.
+===March 19, 2018===
-Just as it starts, we'll be switching a few gears behind the scenes for the upcoming Rose Treaty! "Korero! Alexandria!"
+====Happy AWD!====
+Happy Awkward Moments Day, everyone! May you share an awkward moment of silence with someone you love, today. Or just a friend. Or just...
+...oh whatever.
-===Thu Jul 23, 2015===
-====Y'all Make Us Happy====
-[[image:events.jpg|thumb|center]]
+<pauses>
-===Mon Jul 20, 2015===
-====Race Art by Pendleton!====
-Pendleton made some great arvek nar renders! Check out his other contributions [[Player-Made_Contributions|here]].
+<...awkwardly shuffles away.>
-[[image:Arvek_nar_close_up_by_pendleton.png|thumb|center]]
+===March 13, 2018===
-====Upcoming Rose Treaty Celebrations!====
+====Scene Logger====
-The month of August celebrates the ROSE TREATY! Alexandros has always been the scrappy underdog--an island in the midst of behemoths. Independence is a big deal. An important deal. A stroll through its history shows just how hard Alexandrians have fought for it. You'll be hearing about some of these events as the celebration draws closer. The TLDR version is that Alexandria is a tiny nation in a very, very strategic spot.
+Hello everyone, it's Bolide again!
+I know it's a shocker, who would've thought I'd actually be here let alone saying something on behalf of staff?
-Everyone wants a slice. Politically and militarily speaking.
+We're gonna get right to the point and mic drop this. +help logger
-Coincidentally, OOCly, August is also the month of Woodstock, the 19th Amendment, and the first transatlantic balloon trip. There is lots to celebrate!
+Now, unfortunately this doesn't automagically upload it to the wiki, but it does allow you to quickly create a log file. It announces when someone drops one in a room (similar to timestops). It copies all rolls and anything sent publicly to the room. Then it allows you to spam the heck out of yourself to get a copy-pasta text that can be dropped into a wiki page. One that anyone can see in the room using the command.
-In the meantime, we look forward to sharing one of our setting's most important holidays with you! Live, Alexandria! City of wonders, city of impossibilities. Soon is the month of your independence!
+We hope that this allows you all to more easily log events, RP, etc.
-:"Siniath! Alexandrie!"
-:"Nuacht an tAlexandreann!"
-:"Korero! Alexandria!"
-:"Mrezne! Alexandria!"
-: "Alexandria-zagad Berud!"
-OOC: In order: sildanyar, lucht, oruch, gobber, khadzul.
+/mic drop
-====Celebrating the Underdog====
-In a few days, we'll be announcing an Underdog Special in honor of Alexandros' independence!! Just as it starts, the following will be CLOSED FOREVER:
+P.S. As always, if you have any questions don't be afraid to ask!
-* RPP Token purchases open call!
-* Short Stories will award at Death-Consent levels! ...and their usual bonus 3 RPP!
-* PrPs will award a bonus 5 RPP in addition to their general awesomeness (up to 2).
-* If you have an alt of 4th or higher you don't care for any longer, you may decide to toss them into Mt. Doom. ...and gain a half level on any 1 other alt of your choice! (Earnable once)
-These expire at the end of this month! That is, July 31st is the last day you can claim them, unless you make arrangements ahead of time.
-Just as it starts, we'll be switching a few gears behind the scenes for the upcoming Rose Treaty! "Korero! Alexandria!"
-====Lewt Spreadsheet====
+===March 12, 2018===
+====Time Offset!====
-A Google doc to make lives easier. We recently updated it with added user-friendliness: http://bit.ly/1JbN41M
+Don't forget to adjust your +time/offset for Daylight Savings! See +help time for help! Here is what to expect:
+* March 11th, DST kicks off in the US. In Finland, it occurs March 25th!
-===Sat Jul 18, 2015===
+* You will need to adjust your personal +time/offset (see +help time) to reflect your local zone!
-====Combat Manager!====
+* Things will be somewhat wonky between the 11th and the 25th. Just bear with us.
-Everyone who wants to run PRPs would do well to download Combat Manager. It automatically figures things like CRs for the creatures and entire encounters FOR you so you can balance your fights more easily! It also lets you do things like track HPs per creature.
+* Time on existing +events will appear off. However, new +events should appear at the correct time.
-It is a great program every Pathfinder DM should use. :)
+Updating your +time/offset on one alt should trigger an update across all alts. If it doesn't, check +finger to make sure your alts are registered correctly. If not, just send us a +request and we'll be happy to help!
-:- Whirlpool
-===Tue Jul 14, 2015===
+===March 9, 2018===
-====New Underworld Org: The Sunset====
+====Bane Baldric Update for MUs====
+Hey! After some consideration, we've made an adjustment to the bane baldric. As the bane baldric exists on a MU, it is simply too strong in some instances. Most of these revolve around us just having a shorter adventuring day.
-Tired of a glass ceiling, a group of arvek decided to step around local business circles, and make their own.
-Read more about them on our Local Organizations page, here: http://tenebraemush.net/index.php/Local_Organizations#The_Sunset
-Expect to see more of these guys in plots ahead. In the meantime, if you'd like to update your sheet, let us know!
-===Sat Jul 11, 2015===
-====Possible Downtime====
-Hey, folks. We may experience some downtime this Sunday as Lolth runs some updates. It's temporary, and we should be up again after about an hour. Please let folks know!
-:- Your Tenebrae Staff
-=== Fri Jul 10, 2015===
-====Alt Sweepage====
-Over time, many of us collect a lot of PCs! This is generally a GOOD thing. However, sometimes an idea or two does not work out. From now until the 16th, we'll be offering some "alt forgiveness." That is, if you have an alt of 4th or higher you don't care for any longer, you may decide to toss them into Mt. Doom. ...and gain a half level on any 1 other alt of your choice.
-Some things to know:
-# This is irreversible. They will be tossed into Mr. Doom on the spot. :(
-# Be sure and transfer your RPPs ahead of time.
-# You can do this once.
-# Offer expires at the end of this month.
-:- Tenebrae Staff
-===Sun Jul 5, 2015===
-====New Faces!====
-Seeing a lot of new faces around! Welcome aboard, everyone!
-: - Whirlpool
-===Thurs Jul 2, 2015===
-====Cool Glass of Lemonade====
-Hot damn, it is getting hot out there! Because of the heat, we're setting up the offer of a second, cool glass of lemonade.
-* Short Stories will award at the full level of a Death-Consent PrP this month. That is, two full encounters' of XP, plus gold...and then a bonus 3 RPP.
-* PrPs will award a bonus 5 RPP in addition to their general awesomeness (up to two).
-* ...aaaand, we are taking suggestions for new Token spends! Send in two, gain bonus xp and treasure!
-So, there is some all around awesome this July.
-Have another glass of lemonade.
-Drink it after you slay the half-insectoid troll garillion, though. With one foot on the corpse.
-With one pinky raised.
-In style.
-:- Your Tenebrae Staff
-===Wed Jul 1, 2015===
-====Swim and Climb Items====
-As part of RP19, the following items were updated:
-* Gloves of Swimming and Climbing
-* Ring of Swimming
-* Ring of Climbing
-If you own any of these items, please send in a +request for an adjustment! Thanks!
-===Mon Jun 29, 2015===
-====New Inventory Command====
-Hey, folks. Be sure and send White a thank-you for his awesome work. :3 He just coded a new +inv/slots command for us all!
-We've added this command to +help inventory.
-:- Your Tenebrae Staff
-====Our L12s and Higher!====
-If you're a L12+ PC who took on a Flaw after we'd introduced them, we went ahead and awarded you the L4 bonus on the spot. We'll now be handing out the L12 bonus, which is 10 RPP! If you're interested, please +req in and in a few lines, let us know how it's shaped your story.
-Normally, you'd just do this as you hit L12, but as we'd introduced Flaws really only this year (or late last), this is a new thing. Think of it as playing catch-up; we'd still like to give y'all your points!
-:- Your Tenebrae Staff
-===Sun Jun 28, 2015===
-====Release Package 19!====
-Need new spells? We've got you covered! Release Package 19 has additional spells from the APG for many of our classes--druids and bards should take a look, especially! We've also added:
-* New spells for many classes!
-* Our new Organization and Influence Limiteds are now live! Please +request if you need to convert a previous Face About Town or Card-Carrying!
-* New Token spends for Influence and Orgs...
-* New social options available through Chargen, including the ability to list your Nationality! To set these options for existing PCs, use the temporary exit in the Gaming Table. Later on, you'll be able to access them anytime through the last room in Chargen.
+Going forward, the price of the baldric is lowered 30 percent, to 7,000g. However, it will now no longer grant bane if the character does not already possess that class feature.
-Release Package tightens up some loose ends and expands your options. Please let us know if you've any questions or would like some assistance with the new material.
-A big thank you to Whiteout for helping get in our spells, and for everyone who's offered their thoughts and reviews along the way.
-:- Your Tenebrae Staff
-===Thu Jun 25, 2015===
-====New Social Options Room====
-Some of you may have noticed some tinkering going on in the +where. We are getting ready to launch the new Social Options room, which will let you select and list a nationality, among other things, for your character, right on your sheet that you'll be able to set.
-We're also taking feedback and finalizing the new Limited spends for Organizations and Influence, as well as adding a few new abilities here and there.
-These will go live, soon! In addition, down the line we'll be adding more exclusive magic items and materials to organizations--things you'd have easier access to, just as a "thank you" for being part.
-:- Your Tenebrae Staff
-===Fri Jun 12, 2015===
-====Mobile Devices====
-If you connect to Teneberae from a mobile device, or visit our webpage with it, we'd like to hear from you. We're planning to adjust the webpage to be more mobile friendly in the future and we need to know who to ask to make sure everything is functioning properly from it.
+If you currently have a baldric and would like to keep it, staff will be issuing you the difference in item value. If you would like to trade it in, we will be awarding you a stipend for its old value, which may be spent on anything you wish.
-If you can @mail myself and Lahar, I'd appreciate it!
+===March 8, 2018===
-:- Whirlpool
+====Extra Charge Cell====
+Hey, folks. This is just to let you know that we've added Extra Charge Cell to the game. It works exactly like http://www.d20pfsrd.com/feats/general-feats/extra-bombs/ . It will be added to the wikidocs at some point in the future!
-===Thu Jun 11, 2015===
+===March 3, 2018===
+====Mail!====
-====Org and Influence Brushups Preview====
+Hey, folks. First off, I'm sorry if I've missed an @mail you've sent me. I try to keep up with them. With so much focus on +jobs though, they can get missed. If you need to get hold of me, a +job to Beaglefinder can work pretty well, and I'll see it more quickly. If you need to send one of my PCs an @mail, please send it to BF. I just have too many buckets to check and I don't want to lose hold of something you'd send me. I want to respond; I just have a lot of buckets, so please bear with. ^^;
-As part of cleaning house, A Face About Town and Card-Carrying will be turned into Limited spends. These will just be two-tiered spends, but should allow for more expansion and flavor.
+:Beaglefinder!
-You can check out the current drafts on each page.
+===March 2, 2018===
+====Artificer Update Live!====
+Artificer should be good to go! If you currently have an artificer, you will need to go through regen. To regen:
+:1. Name yourself OLD<name>. Logout.
-====RPPs for Pages!====
+:2. Login with <name>.
-While normally only for new players, until the end of next week, we'll be offering an RPP to anyone who makes a new character page! This page must have some content, and must be for a PC you have not made one for, before.
+:3. Go through L2. DO NOT BUY OR SWAP ANYTHING. Be sure and copy all BACKGROUND, DESCRIPTIONS, and etc. over.
+:4. Send a +request to let us know where you are. We'll then award XP, and give you a stipend based on your fractional XP.
-===Wed Jun 10, 2015===
-====+where Upgrade!====
-We've gone ahead and replaced the standard +where with the +lwhere output. It's snazzier!
-====Release Package 18!====
-Hey, there! We're pleased to announce the release of Release Package 18! In it, you will find:
-* New slotless items
-* Athletics!!
-* The feat Fencing Grace!
-* Some snazzy new code updates! First, all negative levels are all listed on +sheets! Second, +lwhere has been merged with +where, for extra sparkles.
-* A new Token spend for Blood Pact.
-Thank you Whiteout and Ty for helping make this possible.
-Those of you who possessed Climb and Swim, will note some changes to your +sheet. Your ranks in Climb were converted to Athletics automagically. Swim was converted to 'Extra.' Please +req for reallocating these skills, or for just general goofiness, sparkly hats, and asking about the latest designer plumed hats for arvek.
-:- Lah
-====Old Climb and Swim Items====
-Some items we will be making adjustments to in the future. Others are more situational, and so their bonuses will end up being added separately, when that version of the skill is used.
-For example, we'll be adjusting Rings of Climbing to Rings of Athletics, but a Climbing Kit will probably need applied by the user when performing that function (it may not make sense to have a combo Swim/Climb kit)
-We'll be handling these as they come up (and when I finish coughing, augh).
-:- Lah
-===Tue Jun 9, 2015===
-====Dun Morden!====
-Dun Mordren is now available to RP in. Transport back and forth is provided, either through magic or airship.
+As always, there may be bugs here and there. Just please bear with us. The updated artificer may be found, here: http://tenebraemush.net/index.php/Artificer_Rework  Two changes are not reflected, but will be once Artificer is migrated to the main page: Aid and Haste were added as artificer spells.
-The Summit will run for most of June and possibly July.
-===Thu Jun 4, 2015====
+===March 1, 2018===
-====Are You a Survivor?====
+====Artificer Recode Update!====
+We are in the final hours of bug testing for artificer! Titan Armor is more dynamic than ever, so we are going through a few tweaks! In the meantime, please send Whiteout all the hugs.
-Getting into Tier 3 is a pretty big deal! As a thank you for surviving (and because it's such a great song) we're offering a new bonus. You can read about it on the Bonuses page!
+Also:
-If you are already eligible for this bonus, you may go ahead and claim it on your next PC. Or, if you recently created an alt (in the last two months, say), come talk with us.
+* If you are planning on rearranging stats, etc. to take advantage of the new mithral discoveries, then we will ask you to plan on a regen. This makes it less likely that we mess something up, and also that you are able to get all of your stats and skills arranged how you like them.
-===Sat May 30, 2015===
-====The Guild and More====
-As you all know, the Guild of Explorers recently was asploded.
-There's a lot of legwork and plot threads coming together over this and other things. I will be trying to sort through them over the weekend and contacting a lot of you.
-The Summit might be slightly delayed OOCly just due to timing issues. :)
+If you intend to regen, do NOT anything at this time.
-===Fri May 29, 2015===
-====RPP Pages Restyled====
-Fuzzy broom applied!
+* If you are mostly swapping out discoveries, and maybe adjusting a stat, then go ahead and send in a +request with your changes. We can edit your existing PC at this time.
-===Tue May 26, 2015===
-====LFG, part 2: Mentors and Guides!====
-Organizations allow you to meet others, and can provide a strong framework that lends depth to RP...as well as greatly expanding your social resources.
-What about getting involved in the first place, though?
+We will also, due to the nature of artificer armor, be doing a WBL reset. This is done to the exact fraction of your XP. Regardless of which method you intend, please go ahead and start putting your shopping list together.
-Are you interested in mentoring? By mentoring, we mean both ooc guidance and ic support--more a guide or helpful friendship instead of master-apprentice (which we don't really do).
+The artificer update may be found here: http://tenebraemush.net/index.php/Artificer_Rework This page will be merged with the main Artificer document this week. The Rework page does not reflect one change: artificers may now learn Aid and Haste as part of their spell lists. This was a last-minute addition.
-Mentoring (ooc and ic) is a great way to make friends, and help others become involved--as well as be there to answer questions such as, "So now that I'm part of the Vardamen Temple, just what's been going on?" to "I heard your PC was pretty good at undead research. Could we meet and RP?"
+====Artificer Recode Started!====
-Please let me know if your PC is available to mentor, and in what. Also, if you are looking to meet others, keep in mind what you're interested in as an opportunity for that may just come up!
+Hey, folks! We are in the middle of updating artificer into code! Many of you have been part of this process as we've worked through drafts, bugs, and content to get where we are, today. Some good news! It looks as though no one will need to regen. We'll post with further instructions once we've run through a few bugs. In the meantime, please be sure and send Whiteout hugtoots!
+===February 27, 2018===
-In the meantime, you can advertise by +rpwho (+help who) and by tagging your character page. (See me if you're unsure how.)
+====Transparency Update!====
+Hey!
+We're over fifteen years old! That means we're practically a teenager, or I guess if you looked in terms of digital years, we're a dinosaur. Go, go Stegosaurus!
-Keep watching this space! More ahead, including the varied benefits to taking part, how to expect them to play out over time, gathering others and receiving rewards, and more!
+Throughout that time, we have worked to ensure transparency. I mean, we're kind of a giant tabletop. That is why we're wanting to let you know that after a lot of conversation, and a lot of searching, we've instituted a trial pay program for staff.
-See you May 31st!
+This is not something we've done for fifteen years. We have, however, needed the help and you may've noticed jobs getting done a lot faster.
-===Mon May 25, 2015===
-====An Arena by Any Other Name====
-Hey there! We're tired of 'Arena' being just...Arena! It's one of the oldest, and more dramatic structures in the Alexandrosian landscape.
+So how does it work? Well, a job is usually worth 1 pt, with CODE and LOOT being worth a little more. If a staffer accumulates 30 points, at the end of the month they may request a single PrP award for one character, or 5 RPP. Only one of these is possible, and it may be declined.
-We'd like to give it a great name to reflect that!
+How has this changed the atmosphere in staff? It has, some. First, it's encouraged an ongoing, friendly competition. Staff can pull up their points list and see WHO IS AHEAD OF MEEEE, and so on. From that perspective, it's been kind of fun and we hope, helpful for the game as a whole. It has also begun to help us identify "invisible overhead." For example, if wiki updates get made, they are now a +job to ensure that task gets recorded. Since that work is now more visible, it should help us in reducing overhead in the longer term.
-Can you help?
+In addition to this, while they were never hidden, we've begun listing common staff alts in our +finger information.
-Please @mail Lahar with your ideas and suggestions!
-===Sun May 24, 1015===
-====LFG, part 1====
-In just a week or two, we'll be celebrating the Expo! Here are a few of the groups that will be there:
+Anyway, we wanted to let y'all know what's up. We welcome feedback, and look forward to seeing you both inscene and ongrid!
-'''Order Paramount!''' A longtime favorite, the Order is active in the Arena district and elsewhere. It is also a favorite of more physical types...or those who just enjoy a good competition.
-'''Progressive Arcanists:''' The Arcanists have seen a resurgence in recent years. Many outside the Arcanists understimated their new director...much to their chargrin. Not only have the Arcanists cornered the market in usnusual wear, they've also forged ahead in new research, and worked to establish their identity as "Alexandrians" rather than "transplanted Runites."
-...to some who could use a little love:
-'''Pastoral Shapers:''' Diplomats, druids, rangers and more. The Pastorals work to unify the differences between the wild and farm, or wild and city. They also work to tend crops and ensure a good harvest.
-'''Hunters of the Dead:''' The Hunters have received a surge in recent years, though they too are recovering from the decimation of the Vardaman Temple so many years past. They've seen a surge of Serrielites among their ranks, as well as other faiths, and the whisper, "Against Heth!" grows.
-...and some who embody knighthood of all stripes:
-'''The Knights of the Seal:''' The Void is Ea's greatest, perhaps unknown threat. The Knights of the Seal guard against its influence in a thankless and eternal vigil.
-...and those who despite the name, do not, such as the Order of the Cockatrice, who war only in glory's name!
-More ahead, including the varied benefits to taking part, how to expect them to play out over time, gathering others and receiving rewards, and more!
-===Thu May 14, 2015===
-====Have a PrP Question?====
-Howdy! In just a week or two, we'll be kidnapping our DMs again, and doing a "back to basics" PrP Workshop! We'll be covering topics such as finding players, how to use +events, and finding the perfect monster!
-In the meantime, please @mail Whirlpool any questions or additional ideas you'd like to see covered!
 :- Your Tenebrae Staff
-===Mon May 4, 2015===
-====We Like Rewarding Character Development====
-Tenebrae offers several avenues, and rewards, for investing in character development. We do this because your stories are important to us. If you're new, or perhaps an older player just looking around, here are a few options and means to gather rewards for investing in a character's story:
+===February 24, 2018===
-:'''Aspects:''' A world filled with magic, Aspects are what happen when that magic begins to respond to a character on a personal level. Aspects are a tiered spend that gain more oomph as you level, and as you invest in them. They come in several flavors and varieties; is there one that fits your character?
+====Time Adjustment!====
-::More: http://tenebraemush.net/index.php/Character_Spends#Aspect_Descriptions
+I've moved my geared-towards-new-players event to next Saturday, both to allow our newer players to acclimate to the game and weigh whether or not they can make it as well as to give myself a day to rest. I had serious insomnia Friday night and need to take Saturday to try to rest before I get sick. xD
+:ZombliePool
+===SNIP===
-:''' Exclusives:''' Exclusive RPP spends tend to represent a primary track or focus of your character. For example, is your character really dedicated to their organization? The Organization RPP spend offers benefits for being involved. Perhaps your character made a bad (or good) deal with an outsider, and you'd like that to develop and grow over time. Look at Blood Pact.
+====Lahar Got Behind, Again!====
-::More: http://tenebraemush.net/index.php/RPPs#The_Big_List
+Yeah. I got behind. XD Hey, I kept up with the IC rumors, and that's more important, right? ...right?? :D
+===January 13, 2018===
-:'''Short Stories:''' Short stories let us reward you for the stories you craft ongrid. For example, your character believes him or herself to be a master chef. You'd like to explore that, and the hilarious accidents on the way. Engage others in roleplay and share your tale. We'll reward you for it.
+Hey, folks! In the past, we've had a few 'Ongoing PrPs.' Sebropert, Selerik, Astaren, and others have run these and helped establish them as a medium on Tenebrae! Lately, Kisaiya picked them up and reminded this old beagle that one, HEY, THOSE ARE A THING, and HEY, THEY ARE PRETTY FRIGGIN AWESOME!
-::More: http://tenebraemush.net/index.php/Small_Stories
-:'''Ongrid Accessories:''' Looking for a seller's cart or a merchant's stall? Perhaps a hoverbike for your artificer? Check our our Small Vehicles spend.
-:More: http://tenebraemush.net/index.php/Buy_a_Small_Vehicle
-:'''Gain Ranks in Crafts or Profession through Roleplay:''' What does your character do during their downtime? Check our our RPP options for advancing crafts, profession, and various perform skills through your roleplay.
-:More: http://tenebraemush.net/index.php/Character_Spends
-:'''Meetups:''' Do you have an interest, such as the Vardamen or the Ygdrassil Union? Arrange a Meetup, and receive rewards for organizing roleplay among these groups. Note: larger groups work better for Meetups, though combining several smaller groups works great!
-:More: http://tenebraemush.net/index.php/Meetups
-:'''Character Pages:''' Character pages say a lot about you. They also: provide a way to archive +sheet/journals, are a place to add badges, and include yourself in interest categories. For example, if you're Elunan, you could add the Elunan tag. Or, add the faith badge as an easy means to identify yourself and share with others.
-::More: http://tenebraemush.net/index.php/How_to_Make_a_Character_Page & http://tenebraemush.net/index.php/Character_Page_Modules
-:'''+sheet/journal:''' A new command, your journal updates when a plot finishes. Or, add to and edit entries on your own. It only keeps the most recent 20, however. Please archive important entries on your character page.
-:More: +help journal
-Whew! Thank you for reading!
+Ongoing PrPs are PrPs where PCs cause scenes to happen through roleplay and legwork. Usually, a GM opens a queue (or PCs do) and you're like: 'I do this thing.'
-:- Lah
+Based on your input, scenes happen. These plox will keep rolling via scenes, ongrid interactions, legworks, and whatever else needs to happen for the story. This makes them great for things like:
-===Tue Apr 28, 2015===
-====Release Package 14====
-Welcome to Release Package 17! A big thanks goes to Whiteout, who just finished coding two new classes. Two. Seriously.
+* Skullduggery!
-What's new?
+* Exploration!
-* Monk, Unchained! We have added the unchained monk!
+* Problem-solving!
-*All for one, and one for all! We've added swashbuckler!
+* Investigation!
-*New exclusive spend: Blood Pact!
-*New feat: Slashing Grace!
-* We are removing brass knuckles from the game.
-* Prosthetics have been revamped!
-* New +journal system! (type: +help journal !)
-Whew! That is a lot of content! If you are interested in any of these classes, please keep reading. Details will be in the next post.
+(They're pretty similar or even THE SAME THING to an arc\; it's just that the legwork thread adds this extra element of THINGS TO DO!)
-As always, there may be adjustments going forward as we settle into new content.
-:- Lah
+SO! For the next two months, we'll be giving bonuses to these ONGOING PRPs. ...and any mini-arcs you'd like to run! Run one any time between now and the IDES OF MARCH, and at its completion, you'll receive an additional PrP bonus for an encounter at your level, with gold.
-===Sun Apr 26, 2015===
-====Monk====
-Howdy! This is a heads-up that, sometime next week, we will have some big announcements! One of those will be our transition towards the Unchained monk.
+For any Ongoing PrPs, I'll also be awarding some BONUS RPPs to participating players, AND the GM, who partake actively in these Ongoing PrPs.
-We have talked about this transition for some time. This is just to let folks know that it is official. This post is just so you can begin planning, and become familiar with the new content. The old monk page has been swapped out to let you do this.
+Come talk to me if you're curious or would like help. :3 As an aside, if you're wanting to involve a 'just two skill points per level' PC and are flailing, I wrote the darn RPP system. Come see me and I'll help you use it to flesh out your awesome story. Or, addcom tpk=TPK to join our GM's channel, as well! We have so many great folks here on Tenebrae, and each and every one of you are made of awesome. :3
-In the meantime, there is no reason to discontinue playing your PCs. We hae always had a friendly adjustment policy, and until everything is officially in play, things work just like they did before.
+[[Category:Admin|Update Archives]]
-Also in the meantime, please send Whiteout flowers, cookies, hugs, and big thanks for his hard work behind the scenes!
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-===Fri Feb 27, 2015===
-====Goodbye, Spock====
-[[image:Spock.jpeg|center]]
+==Previous Update Archives==
-You will be missed.
+* [[Update Archives 2017]]
+* [[Update Archives 2016]]
-===Mon Feb 2, 2015===
+* [[Update Archives 2015]]
-====+SOTD====
+* [[Update Archives 2014]] (and earlier)
-Curious for a place to RP? Want to try something new? Try our new and exciting Spot of the Day! Typing +sotd will send you to a random locale,possibly secretly set by gremlins! This location will update every 24 hours.
-A big thanks to Whiteout for this great new tool. :3
-:Your Tenebrae Staff
-====Small Stories Rewards!====
-We have really been listening to your feedback on this one. Short story examples, such as Aspect stories, Mentoring stories, and so on are now included, and the breakdown is shorter and sweeter than before.
-We have also sorted out rewards: a level 10 PC for example, could earn 2400 xp and 3 RPP for completing one, once a month, in addition to the RPP they'd earned on the way. Oh, and treasure, too.
-Rewards are limited to once a month per player, not character.
-====Calendar Reminder====
-As you all know, we keep all our IC Holidays on the +events. Sometimes, people feel a little leery of tackling doing things with these themselves. Please don't hesitate. If you have a fun idea for Kegger Fest (come on, it's Kegger Fest), do it. Same for Deathwatch. If you have any concerns, approach a member of staff directly. We'll help you out!
-===Wed Jan 28, 2015===
-====Backgrounds!====
-Batman began somewhere. Though that moment in the alleyway is not the sum of who he is, it is a part of it--a reason that he's who he is, today. Backgrounds in a sense, are like that--not the definition of a character, but a beginning.
-We're inviting you to share yours. Bring it up in discussion, share it at the Gaming Table, ask questions of others.
-As a MU, staff will be implementing a 10% bonus to PrPs which make use of another character's background tale. The goal behind this is to encourage sharing stories, and providing greater opportunities for your character's development.
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