GM Name: Sea Dog
Forum Name: twidget658
Bioware Name: Rodlin Serim...mostly
Real Name: Mike
Age: 37
Location: Washington (PST)
About me:
I played paper AD&D back in the day when it was okay and before it started getting a bad name. Then the computer age started and I played games like The Bard's Tale, The Magic Candle, Might and Magic and the Ultima series. Layonara is the first and only multiplayer game that I have played. Before that, I didn't really know what RP meant. I have been here for almost four years. Over those four years, my playing style has changed... a lot.
I am currently serving on active duty in the US Navy in the Submarine Force. My forum name, twidget, is actually slang for my rate, an electronics technician. The 658 is the hull number of the first submarine that I served on.
I have a great family, which plays here as well. I'm so proud! *wipes a tear from his eye* My wife, Lynn1020 (Tiffany) and I have been married for 18 years and going strong. My two boys that play here will remain anonymous
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My plans as a GM:
Watch that next corner; you never know what will be there. I love surprises. My impromptus will be random and I do them A LOT. I prefer them over calendar quests because it is hard for me to justify why all of a sudden a herd of people show up in one area and wait around for 'something' to happen. I rather the world be 'alive' and ever changing. I never know exactly what will happen, I play as I go, mostly. Therefore,
YOU will drive the interaction.
I normally do not do CDQ's. Trust me, this is definitely for the sake of the community
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I am an Aries and my attention span is short most of the time. I do not expect to have long quests; two or three hours at a maximum. If it exceeds that, then there will be a continuation.
Quest Considerations:
- Be flexible and open minded. Use what you see and what is available to you even if it is part of the layout. If it makes sense, then I will try to incorporate it. If I don't want you to use it, then you will fail using it, it will break, etc., but you are more than welcome to give it a try.
- Party roles and your character. Know what your character can do and the skills that he/she possess. Know your character's place in the party.
- Looting. If I was on a quest and had to accomplish a mission, would I be stopping and going through the clothes of the creatures I just killed? Think logically and put yourself in your character's shoes. I'm not saying no, just be aware of the situation.
- Resting. Basically, my stance on resting is about the same as it is on looting. Just because you can do it doesn't mean that it is right. I will try to prompt the party when it is a good time.
- Participation. Participation is required by all. My definition of participation does not always mean that it has to be in line with the quest. If your character is easily distracted, then so be it. RP is a must from everyone. I really try to pay attention to everyone. If you don't get a response, send me a tell, I probably missed something.
- Accountability. You will be held accountable for your actions; even if it is someone in the back mumbling something out loud. This goes back to the participation thing.
- Party Limits. I will have party limits. This is for my sake because I know my limitations. I prefer smaller parties so I can pay attention to everyone.
If in doubt...ask.
And above all...HAVE FUN!
I think that is about it in a nutshell. I am certain it will be modified as I gain more XP in the GM arena.
See you all in the world of Layonara,
~ twidget
Sea Dog 
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