Recruitment Thread - D6 Star Wars (OLD)

Hi everyone.

I'm considering trying my hand at running a Star Wars game. The intention would be to take one of the old d20 Star Wars adventures (Tempest Feud) and repurpose it for the an alternate system.

I'm new to this site, and so am still getting used to how everything works - for that reason, this is primarily just an interest check now rather than an active recruitment post (which will come after I've made a Details page and made ready everything else that would be needed).

At the moment, this is what I'm thinking:

• As mentioned above, the game would be run using the Tempest Feud d20 module as a framework/starting point. For this reason, this game would not be suitable for anyone who has played, or read through, that module before.
• I am intending to use the FFG Star Wars system. HOWEVER, if people preferred that the game be run using the R&E D6 ruleset, I can do that instead (I own the books, and love that system too). Either way, the adventure would remain the same, so it's more a question of which of the two system options generated more interest.
• I am not yet decided on whether the game will be set during the Rise of the Empire (during the Clone Wars), or during the Galactic Civil War. From an adventure stand point, the decision doesn't affect much; however, it will affect character options availability, who the characters work for, and what the galaxy would offer/look like during any side stories. This is something I'd welcome input on from people who would be interested in the game.
• I would be looking for around 4 players for the game, ideally those who could provide detailed posts and liked to engage in inter-party RP. Posting frequency is currently being determined, but I'd likely be aiming to have multiple posts a week, with the understanding that combat posts might require more frequent responses (of a potential shorter post length).

This is a very early days post, but I wanted to get my foot in the door and sound people out.

I'd love to participate! I've never played the FFG Star Wars system, but I've heard good things.

The FFG system is good. It focuses on constructing a dice pool based on ability, difficulty, and circumstances, and then interpreting results from the symbols rolled. It becomes quite intuitive after a few rolls.

D6 is very narrative focused and quite straight forward, too. I feel like there's less of a learning curve with that system, since it only uses D6s, but it's an older system and perhaps less familiar to most modern players of Star Wars (maybe?).

Definitely interested. I've played and run both D6 and FFG systems. Never played the d20 version though so I don't know anything about the adventure.

I'd be up for it either way...

I would 100% be interested in playing. Ive been wanting to play star wars. I'm good with either system.

Welcome! Gamersplane has really nice support for the FFG dice system, so that could make things smoother for you. I definitely recommend it. =)

I love Star Wars, and this sounds like a really fun idea. Unfortunately I don’t quite have the bandwidth to commit to another game right now, but depending on timing I might be interested once you’re fully ready to launch recruitment.

That said, if you end up with more interested players than seats, I’m totally happy to let others take priority. Hope the planning goes well!

Thanks for getting back to me guys! It's encouraging.

I'm still a little ways off making an official recruitment post/board, but the aim still remains to have a converted d20 module for a group who likes detailed, regular posts, inter-party roleplay (that doesn't need to be consistently encouraged solely by the GM), and is invested in the setting and characters.

I'd still be curious to hear from people what they think about time period: whether it's Rise of the Empire, or Galactic Civil War. The main thing affected here would be the Careers/Specialisations available, and the patron group that they work for (Old Republic or Rebel Alliance). It shouldn't affect the adventure module itself, but would likely impact inter-act threads that deal with what the party is up to between the main storylines.

It would also impact Force-users, and how openly the Force could be used without drawing adverse attention. Regardless of time period, though, I would put a cap on the number of Force-Sensitives (and identical Career choices), in the interest of diversity and party ability variety.

I'm always partial to the Galatic Civil War era. I think it's the period that just feels the most like Star Wars to me. That said. I'm a huge Star Wars fan and would play in any era.

would be interested, total newb to any star wars rpg. have d&d and cthulhu experience. my fav star wars movie is revenge of the sith.

It's encouraging to see a fair amount of interest. Just a reminder that those who have expressed interest should be entirely unfamiliar with the Tempest Feud module.

I'd express some interest, but unfortunately I don't own the systems you're gearing toward. I'm usually more interested in the Jedi/Sith side of Star Wars and only have the Force and Destiny book. Still, glad to see more Star Wars popping up!

Can never have too much Star Wars!

Can never have too much Star Wars!

I am definitely entirely unfamiliar with Tempest Feud. I've never even heard of it lol.

Not interested in the game myself, but thought this might be useful to those new to the system...

I'm also partial to the Galactic Civil War, especially the vibe of the show Andor. I never really got into the Clone Wars show, unfortunately.

That FFG Star Wars roller is so cool though!

I am hoping to start looking over the module more fully soon. If all goes well, I'll begin writing up a Details page afterwards.

Some time ago I was playing a SW game with D6 System on this site. It was great! Even the game was quite short. I was really surprised how well D6 System worked for the setting!

In compression: I joined probably a few FFG SW games here on GP too... none of them even came to the point that could be called "half the adventure". As much as I love the concept of FFG SW dice... I think it MAY be not the best fit for PbP + plus constant need for GM to interpret the Advantages and Threats, even in simplest situations... I think can be tiring.

But hay! I'm not very experienced with either system! So may be wrong a lot! Just wanted to throw my few cents about how great D6 System worked! :)

Any and all input is welcome! Do you know if that other game used the Revised and Expanded edition, or the fan-edited REUP one?

I think it was the very first edition, so Revised would be the "highest" version. The pdf had also amazing "old school" vibe that added to the experience.

Personally I looked into 2nd edition too. The changes seam to be interesting, especially the "wild die" that SOMETIMES adds some additional resolution to dice roll. But it was only theoretical, didn't play this version yet.

From what I looked into REUP version - probably... "this is the way" ;) :) for best old school Star Wars ttrpg gaming. But again: only from reading, not playing.

If you prefer short, but flexible rulesets you can also look into Mini-Six - seams as nice evolution of D6 systems, but the above versions had a really nice "character templates" (I think it is the name for the thing) that made creating your PC very fast and thematic.

I have played Revised and Expanded (2nd edition) D6, and loved it. I've also used the playtest for the FFG system, and liked that, too. It's why I'm torn on which to use, and think it would largely depend on possible player input.

I would gladly play D6 game with you... but currently I have way too many games. So maybe in the future :) Good luck!

I'd be ok with either system. Is there one you're more comfortable running?

To be honest, I'd be happy with either. I am more familiar with D6, but I wonder how well it's combat would translate to PbP. D6 also feels like it's in the minority, which is a great shame.

At the moment, I'm leaning more toward D6 for nostalgia's sake, but not so severely that I wouldn't shift to FFG if that was what most people preferred. As I said, I am in possession of both, and it won't affect the actual module at all.

More important for me is finding players who like a heavy RP focus, and who can provide consistent, details posts. The system is in service to that story, after all, and not the primary reason I'm doing this.

The aim tonight is to get a Details page done, so I'll settle on one over the other by then.

I've had multiple ffg games last multiple years here on this site. Currently running one now and playing in one.

It's my favorite system of all ttrpgs.

Part of it is that you can't wait around for narrative symbols to get spent, if the roller doesn't immediately edit their post to declare how they want to spend them? Then they probably go unspent - sorry, but it's on the toiletroller to spend them and just like any system in pbp you can't necessarily wait around for every "normal" exchange. So, that is to say it helps to have players who know the system (for example; the GM doesn't spend all narrative symbols, only advantage that they roll, and threats that the players roll).

That said the nice thing about the WEG D6 system is it just... really gets out of the way of game play, which is nice in pbp. I like the original more than REUP, REUP just added a bunch of rules bloat that wasn't necessary unless you're a GM that needs rules for everything. But YMMV

I ofc don't have a dog in this race but do have a lot of experience with both systems.

REUP became a little too much for me personally, sacrificing sleek and slim rules for so many more fiddly bits to cover every edge case. I prefer the original 1e rules with maybe the wild die added. There is a new version of D6 called D62e that was just released earlier this year.

I prefer Revised and Expanded myself, which is likely what I'd be using for this if d6 is the way chosen (the one with the Millennium Falcon on the cover).

Good to know that REUP is bloated! Now I can cross it off from my "to analyze" list :) As "rules for everything" is against ttrpg spirit -> in my world :)

I've settled on R&E D6, and I'll get a Details page completed for it today.

Awesome!

Now if I can just find my R & E book... lol

Matt Click also developed Hyperspace D6, which is like a streamlined, slightly cleaned-up version of WEG's SW.

I have a Details page ready, but am currently without a game forum due to some sort of glitch. While that's being resolved, feel free to read over the Details page and throw any questions over to me.

Hey I know you haven't officially opened applications but I was looking over the page and testing out character creation for when the time comes. Im a little confused, in your post you mention 21d worth of skills but the Revised and Expanded book says you get 7d. I just want to clarify the correct amount. You also listed we can't have any skills but 1 at a 4d but if I have a 4d in the applicable attribute don't all those skills start at a 4d? I'm new to the system so maybe im not understanding it but just hoping to clarify so I'm ready to make a character when the time comes.

Base characters receive 7D, but the party for this game is assumed to be a little more experienced. This is because the module I'm using was intended for 9-12th level characters, and so the threats therein might be more than starting characters can necessarily handle.

Skill dice are added to the base attribute to give the final skill total. For example, if you have a Dexterity of 4D, all Dexterity skills begin at 4D (if they've not had any skill dice allocated, you just roll the base attribute). If you were to assign +3D to Dodge (a Dexterity skill), then you'd have Dodge 7D.

Ah ok that makes sense. Thanks for clarifying.

No worries.

The first Details page I made was bugged. I've made a new Details page which actually has a forum.

Please be sure to read everything in full before applying to make sure you're comfortable with the expectations and guidelines.

If you're happy to go ahead, feel free to post in the OOC Thread and we can discuss character creation further over there (and you can discuss ideas with other players as they're added).

I have three spots available to people who are keen to join. Just be sure to read over the Details page and make sure you're comfortable with everything before applying.

If you're using the D6 system, I guess that I'll toss my hat into the ring. Anyone interested in playing a wookie? If so, I'll step aside, but otherwise, I'm calling it.

No character sheets have been sent my way so far, nor has any character ideas been discussed.

Okay, I'll have to get my book out tomorrow and build him.

There's more info about the game, and the creation guidelines, on the Details page, just in case you've not viewed them yet.

Overall, I'm still waiting to fill 3 more spaces before I can shift focus to character creation and game start. Recruitment will be closed after all four party members are found.

Is it possible to change the title of the post from interest check to something like accepting applications. Maybe people aren't realizing it's open?

Done!

Oh perfect hopefully that gets some more people in.

Would anyone be interested in pairing up with a wookie pilot? It would help greatly with communications.

Sure! I was thinking of making a Kyle Katarn type so that would kinda fit.

As long as you aren't a bounty hunter. Kelar HATES bounty hunters with a passion.

I'm sure you could find a middle ground. Party cohesion, and all that.

I'd love to play if there's still a spot available! I'm thinking maybe a droid character, if that works.

In the interest of party cohesion, I would be willing to tone back his hatred of bounty hunters, but he will still treat them rudely.

So long as people keep this in mind:

At the moment, I've only received one official application for the game (aRePiiGee), though WhtKnt has voiced interest. I'll be accept four players.

But before I finalise anyone's place in the game, I'd want them to confirm that they've read, and are happy with, everything listed on the Details page (game info, posting expectations, character creation guidelines).

That would be for the best. Wouldn't feel right to immediately veto an entire career path/background for other players by having your own character hate their lifestyle to the degree where they would 100% not work with them, or worse.

Well, let's make this into an official character submission for WhtKnt; Kelar, the wookie pilot. He is in the library for anyone to peruse if you want to.

I meant that you hadn't applied to the Details page for me to give you forum access, since it's a private forum.

Found the sheet. I've only managed to have a cursory check, but it looks like your Dexterity is higher than the Wookiee maximum, and you had 18D+1 in attributes rather than 18D. I also think your skill dice totals 20D rather than 21D.

Would also like to know more about his background. Most Wookiees come from Kashyyyk, so it would be good to know how Kelar differs from the others.

I'll check again later, however.

Please note though guys that this isn't first come, first serve. I'll want to check over character sheets, and confirm agreement with Posting Expectations, before I determine intake, rather than get started and find out that what I'm after and what the players are expecting don't mix.

Hmmm. I'll look into the issues. I followed the wookie template for the attributes, so I'm not sure how that happened. I will expand his background.

Wookiee minimum/maximums are as follows:

DEXTERITY 1D/3D+2
KNOWLEDGE 1D/2D+1
MECHANICAL 1D/3D+2
PERCEPTION 1D/2D+1
STRENGTH 2D+2/6D
TECHNICAL 1D/3D+1

just so we're on the same page im confirming I've read everything and it's all good with me.

Thank you for confirming. 😊

I'd like to toss Faron Dahr into the ring. I have some basic stats and a couple of skills put together, but I hope you can see where I'm taking him...

I tried clicking on that link and it says nothing's found. Are you happy with all of the notes and guidelines I've provided on the Details page?

I am also okay with the details. Got sidetracked tonight, but will fix the character tomorrow.

Thanks for confirming. My main concern was the Posting Expectations regarding post details, RP pushes, and frequency. If everyone's confident that they're happy with those, great. 😊

hmmm I’ll have to check that in the morning (almost bedtime here when have to get up early for work :( )

Yes, I am good with all the notes and guidelines. :)

No problem. Give it a look over and then prod me once it's ready to review.

Also, be sure to post in the actual forum. It's too quiet there. 😂

To everyone: it's worth remembering that you begin this game as Rebel Alliance agents - it's up to you whether you've worked together before, or whether this mission will be the first time. (This is mentioned on the Details page.)

It's also worth me restating that this game is only available to people who have never read, or run, the module. If you have, please don't apply (you won't enjoy it anywhere near as much as you should, and may spoil the experience for others).

I've also added the following to the Details page.
I am aiming to fill up the game spaces, and get characters made and approved, by Friday at the latest. That'll allow me to get us started by the weekend.

Okay, I think I have it right, now.

Send it over to me when you're ready.

I'd honestly rather play D6 than the other systems at this point.

D6 is what's being used.

I've received your PM, @WhtKnt - I'll be looking over it shortly.

Unfortunately I don't think I'll be able to post as consistently as you'd like, so in the end I'll sit this one out. Hope you all enjoy! :)

No worries, I appreciate you giving it a read.

I'll be checking things over again later when I'm back at home for those who have reached out.

I had a few unexpected late work finishes and wasn't able to get online yesterday when I anticipated going over things here. I'll be catching up and moving us onward today, however.

I currently have three players for the game. There's space for one more.