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Welcome to an Age of Heroes
In Taara's wake the earth crumbled. Gods fell, others rose, and the race of mankind looked forward and saw the destruction of nations. For five years, necrotech seared the world's landscape and forces unknown decimated the once-insurmountable Walls of Charn. Nations turned against one another with the vanishing of monarchs--brother to brother and kin to kin. During the struggles, the nation of Dragonier attempted to keep the peace before it, too, fell. Other nations threatened to follow.
Now returned from the Mists, Alexandria finds itself thrown into a world in turmoil. In this world, the Pantheon of Light stride forward in anger, the Twilight fall into debate, and the forces of Darkness are locked in a war between Maugrim and Taara. High arcana soars over the landscape with the renewed activity of the Old Races, while guilds and organizations struggle to find their footing with the fall of Rune. The sildanyar and khazad have moved forward into the world once again, driven by the perceived neglect of the world by humankind.
The world had waited for the return of Alexandria and the return of the Myrrish and Bludgun kings for five years--only to find Alexandria suddenly returned unchanged, and unknowing, from the Land of Mists. To Alexandria, the War of Sendor is just days past. To the world--
It is the time for heroes.
Current Arc
Recent Website Updates
March 28, 1018
Alts!
Hey, there. As a genreal rule, we here at Tenebrae try to foster a culture of openness and trust between players. We shoot fo 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, 1018
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, 1018
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:
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, 1018
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, 1018
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, 1018
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, 1018
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, 1018
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, 1018
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, 1018
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, 1018
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 and Damaged Objects.
February 23, 1018
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, 1018
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, 1018
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, 1018
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, 1018
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, 1018
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, 1018
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, 1018
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, 1018
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, 1018
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, 1018
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, 1018
New Aspect!
Say hello to the new, Fae-Touched Aspect!
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!
Jareth wrote about tanking and defense!
I said hey, Jareth! Let's expand that, and so we did! Here's drawing aggro:
Making paladins heroic healers and battletanks (aka, not being the bandaid)!
Sneak with a tower shield, by thinking outside the box!
And, one by Aldean on bards as counterspellers!
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, 1017
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, 1017
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, 1017
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, 1017
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, 1017
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, 1017
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, 1017
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, 1017
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, 1017
New Advanced CP Template!
New Advanced Character Page Template: Riding Dog!
View it here: Riding Dog Character Page Template.
How to adapt it, here: 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:
You can find badges on the main Character Pages page, and on relevant pages throughout the wiki.
September 14, 1017
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, 1017
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, 1017
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.
August 31, 1017
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, 1017
You Make us Happy
Seriously. Thank you.
New RPP Spend Launching
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: 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: 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: 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.
- 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.
- +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, 1017
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, 1017
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
August 22, 1017
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.
- 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
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'
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, 1017
New Playes!
We've recently had a number of new people turn up! Welcome aboard, everyone!
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.
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, 1017
Only 2 skills a level?
...so what?
Check out our Legwork Workshop #1, and our updated Legwork Guide!
August 13, 1017
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.
- 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
