Lazlo Plots for May

[Cybermancer]

First day of May, time for a new Lazlo Plots thread.

There's going to be a few birthday's this month amongst some of the active posters. So definitely a party month.

Hoping to see more activity with regards to death cults and the darklings.

There are some things that will be starting in May but will take months to come to fruition.

Trying to come up with a specific May related plot or adventure for people to jump in on.

Conversely, if someone is looking for a little help getting something off the ground, maybe some help can be found.

[Hibik]

Can't say I have a lot planned. Sparks is always about if someone needs a trouble maker to contribute.

Same with GW obviously if someone needs a mage's expertise on something.

[Lord Z]

I am revising the Raven-Hafoot story this evening. I might post it or just some of it tonight.

[Cybermancer]

I've read what you posted so far. I'm digging it.

[Hibik]

Sparks can be a bit... combustible on matters of faith sometimes.

Also, Wie's back! Wie's back!

[Cybermancer]

Also, Wie's back! Wie's back!

She is indeed.

[Cybermancer]

Given that much material, Petite Elfgirl, I would have to say that Wie's return is probably the big story on Lazlo for May.

Not a bad thing at all.

Also, if we can get a post in the Conspiracy Theory sub forum, we'll have a post in each sub forum today.

It's nice to see Lazlo having regular traffic again.

[Hibik]

I could also have Mel continue her diatribe of militant agnosticism too. But yes, no hurry. I do enjoy fictional debates.

[Cybermancer]

It should be interesting, Shang Li. Looking forward to seeing where it goes.

I've also found that Palladium's mechanics can be challenging and even awkward when telling a story. Though in the case of Lazlo, I encourage the attempt whole heartedly. Even if some of the stuff has to come from games outside of BtS or even the Rifter. I know for example that I would only use the rules from the Rifter #49 for any vampire I might create to use on the boards (and did in fact). Though I would also respect vampire creations using Palladium's canon rules.

Of course there are times when the rules need to be bent slightly for a fun story and an interesting character. It can be a slipperly slope though. That's why I respect attempts to keep it as close to what Palladium has published as possible.

*Edit*

I thought we might see Mel foaming at the mouth on the Religious Discussion thread.

[Hibik]

I thought we might see Mel foaming at the mouth on the Religious Discussion thread.

Unlike Cyber, Mel carries a grudge towards the whole thing. It's like frothing and more cold, calculated intellectual contempt. Silly arcanists from western liberal spellcasting traditions.

PS: Mel still wants to figure out the story behind this Darken 'impersonator' one of these days. She will settle with seeing Wie again for the moment, however.

[Cybermancer]

Perhaps Mel should wait up with Ron on Monday nights?

But I agree, it should be interesting to see how the whole thing plays out.

[Hibik]

If she wasn't worried about being sensed 'downwind', she probably would. That said, one of these Mondays I suppose she might just camp out with Ron if he wants.

[Hibik]

That'd be nice, PE. Mel has basically been kept in the loop by Darcy anyway, as she tries to figure out what she can without hopefully drawing 'Darken's' notice.

[Cybermancer]

Darcy may be up with Ron or not, depending on his preference. If she is up, don't expect her to be right beside him. More like 500-1000 meters away with a clear line of sight and loaded with silver. And possibly Cynthia there with her acting as spotter/close protection.

It's true that Darcy had been keeping Mel in the loop. It's very likely that Darcy will include Mel anyway so you may as well include her on the distribution list.

And you really should get that Rifter. I don't often rave about stuff in the Rifter but that's definitely something I've adopted. I've also adopted the body armor and trauma rules that came out in Rifter 51.

[Cybermancer]

I don't remember if it was a two parter or not. I'll have to check when I get home tonight.

For the most part, I also enjoyed the Tarot stuff as well.

[Cybermancer]

I thought we might see Mel foaming at the mouth on the Religious Discussion thread.

Unlike Cyber, Mel carries a grudge towards the whole thing. It's like frothing and more cold, calculated intellectual contempt. Silly arcanists from western liberal spellcasting traditions.

Almost forgot. Don't be too sure Cyber doesn't harbor a grudge against god like entities. Or at least one of them. And he practically invented calculated intellectual contempt.

[Hibik]

Matt may have been the teacher, but now Mel is the master. *cue lightsaber noises*

[Cybermancer]

If she strikes him down, he will only become more powerful than she could ever imagine!

[Hibik]

Fire burns wood, if that would help <.<

I've been digging the Chalice stuff, personally. Glad to see Wie back though.

[Hibik]

You probably should, yes.

[Hibik]

PE - I remember last year Mel and Wie were supposed to meet up at a psychic fair. Maybe they can try that again - maybe with something eventful happening, of course?

[Hibik]

I had a few ideas in mind. Possibly a bit of intrigue between some of those present come to mind - I imagine the psychic scene can get pretty competitive. Or perhaps some monster looks for a way to get rid of a bunch of enemies in one fell swoop.

Separately, or related, I was going to have one of the disgruntled friends of a dabbler turned caterpillar seek out some revenge on Mel

[Hibik]

Ooh, I like that one. Syd could definitely help with that, or a few other of Mel's contacts.

I'm mostly planning out a few one shots and then maybe one or two longer term things that might involve others a bit more in depth.

[Cybermancer]

So, I want to apologize for taking so long. I finally finished Wie's asylum writeup (although I realized I forgot to finish her "New York" trip; but what the heck. I figure she, of all people, has a legitimate excuse). And the trial is complete; half of her captors were nailed on many charges, though the others got a smack on the wrist and a third was set free with a "naughty, naughty!" plus a stern finger waggle at his nose.

Gotta love the corrupted portion of the American judicial system.

Be that as it may, the perpetrators have all been exposed now. They'd best be careful because now they're going to be watched carefully.

[Hibik]

Some stuff I was going to post in the next few days:

1: Something Dr. Boggs passed along to GW.

2: Finishing Sparks' thing in the halfway house.

3: Another investigation from GW possibly.

Due to a lovely landfill fire a few miles away and the risk of breathing particulates if I go outside, I might be inside doing a lot of writing.

[tmikesecrist3]

on thing you might want to play around with is something I throw at my group. I am using Odessa and Nazi plots. I made a post about it. and there Mail order/ Recouting, But it is much bigger then that, and not there the only Iron they have in the fire. but any one whom has any ideas that may help. or hinder my players lay it on me....

[Cybermancer]

One can always rely on family to embarress one.

Also, it's probably not worth mentioning but Daichan and Sparks had this totally boring adventure. It involved Bikers and Demon Bears and Dark Secrets, Oh My!