MechWarrior 2e RPG & Megamek PbP Merc Life - Inner Sphere 3049
Join the Rusted Talons BattleMech Merc Company, during the time of the Clan invasions, in this immersive play by post heavy RP narrative campaign!
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$10.00
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Weekly / Wednesday - 5:01 AM UTC
Session Duration / 1 hour
2 / 5 Seats Filled
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BattleTech MechWarrior 2e RPG PlayByPost "Merc Life - Inner Sphere 3049" | Campaign 1 NEEDED TO START $10.00 / Week (posting 3x / day to Discord) Requirements Experience required: some experience with BattleTech lore preferred but not necessary. Age: 18+ Background of the Saga: You're signed on with a hard luck mercenary unit working near the Periphery that has only been in operation for a few years. They have fallen on hard times and they're desperate to rebuild. Spare parts, cash, and morale are in short supply. Unbeknownst to our heroes, a grave threat from beyond the Inner Sphere will challenge the survival of civilization. MECHWARRIOR 2nd Edition rules for character generation. We will use Megamek for engagements larger than a small sideline skirmish. The GM also has access to all of the total warfare/operations books of the BattleTech line should we move to a larger scale upon player request. ___________________________ About the Game Master: Pro GM: Over 48 years of experience with RPGs. Playing BattleTech RPGs, board games, and PC games for 37 years off and on since 1988. GM-Generated PRE-GEN CHARACTERS AVAILABLE Age: Adult 18+ only please! PbP Post Frequency: 3x+ per day GMs Time Zone: GMT +7 Thailand ___________________________ PLAY-BY-POST: Scheduling: seeking at least 3 text posts (about 3 paragraphs each) /day. GM is in Thailand at GMT +7. GM response posts will be usually 9:00 p.m. until about 12:00 noon. Megamek battles scheduled as we can.
Game style
Roleplay Heavy
Rule of Cool (RoC)
Theater of the Mind
Sandbox / Open World
Game themes
Meet the Game Master
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4 years on StartPlaying
31 games hosted
Highly rated for: World Builder, Creativity, Storytelling
About me
Greetings! I am James, AKA DM_Shroud. With a rich experience of 48 years in nearly a hundred roleplaying games, starting from the days of Classic Traveller in 1977, I've crafted countless adventures across a myriad of genres of gaming. My gaming library boasts an extensive collection of systems, but I have a particular fondness for narrative-driven space operas like Traveller Mongoose (2e), Star Trek Adventures, and Star Wars Saga, and Fantasy Flight, as well as fantasy games like Over the Wall, Dungeons & Dragons 5th Edition, D&D 2024, Song of Ice and Fire, and One Ring. As a Professional Game Master, my mission is clear: to deliver an exciting, engaging, and memorable game experience that balances quality with affordability. This isn't just a hobby for me – it's a passion-turned-profession, fueled by my goal to better support my family and fund my children's college education. Versatile Gaming Schedule: I offer various gaming sessions, including introductory sessions. My schedule is flexible, accommodating different time zones and preferences, with prices listed with each game (Not including Stripe and SPG Fees) per player/ session (First Character Generation session, as well as 1st play session are FREE) , if it's a new game that I'm not familiar with or not set up for, $20 per player per session for a custom game setting or campaign. I'm NOT typically available on Friday evenings, or Saturdays, USA times, since I spend weekends in the Mountains with my family...but query me, maybe we can work something out. Custom World Design: Beyond guiding games, I'm also a skilled fantasy and sf cartographer. Whether you're an author needing a vivid setting or you run or have a playgroup desiring a unique world, I can craft detailed maps and worlds tailored to your specific imagination. Please contact me with your needs, I can work with you on developing a quote, and we can arrange payment through this site. We can also set up an interactive mapping session where you guide me as I work on your map in realtime, using any of a number of mapping software tools. A Bit More About Me: My journey into the fantastical began as a young sci-fi enthusiast, inspired by the likes of Joe Haldeman's "Forever War". When not orchestrating epic adventures, I'm often found designing fictional solar systems or mapping fantasy worlds at all scales, continuing to fuel my lifelong passion for science fiction and fantasy. Invitation to Adventure: I invite you to dive into the worlds I've created and join me in crafting unforgettable stories. Whether you're a seasoned player or new to the realm of RPGs, there's a place at my table for you. Welcome to my mind – let's embark on an extraordinary journey together!
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Creating your character
Mechwarrior RPG second edition will be the rule set used... but you are allowed to use MechWarrior 3rd Edition or classic BattleTech RPG rules for disadvantages. Pre generated characters will be available, or you can do your own. Characters should be ready to go before the player actually enters the game.
PLEASE READ BEFORE JOINING This is a Play-By-Post Campaign – NOT Live Voice or Video Sessions We play entirely through text posts on Discord, not through scheduled live sessions on Roll20. No set session times – Post when you’re able throughout the day. Minimum GM posts: 3+ per day (often more). Players check in as life allows, typically making a few posts each day. Ongoing narrative with tactical combat and character roleplay. If you’re looking for a flexible, fast-moving, narrative-driven MechWarrior experience without the pressure of scheduling live sessions, this is for you. Join us on Discord after approval to begin play! the GM will post at least three times per day on the Discord. The setting is a small mercenary unit in the Periphery, before and during the 3049 Clan invasion.
What to expect
Preparing for the session
Access to a PC or smartphone for accessing Discord to execute posts for play by post.
What James (DM_Shroud) brings to the table
Discord server, custom maps, pictures, and diagrams to support the narrative. MegaMek for Tactical play.
Equipment needed to play
Computer
Mobile Phone
Internet
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Safety
How James (DM_Shroud) creates a safe table
Multiple posts per day but players can think about their responses. Session zero will cover player expectations and posting guidelines. GM will have a channel for private feedback as well as a public channel for Clips and Highlights. Players can expect relatively long stretches of daily play by post narrative play of the characters within the unit or on individual or collective infantry/ espionage/ sabotage/ assault, etc. missions broken up by military style engagements with aerotech, Mecha, armored and wheeled vehicles, and infantry, set within the BattleTech universe of the inner sphere. Most of these other than small side skirmishes will be handled by megamek software.
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