EDIT: DH = Dark Heresy, in case that wasn't clear As a primer, I should say that I'm relatively new to the 40k universe. While I have a good handle on the basic fluff, don't expect me to know about every time the Emperor has gone to the restroom. Or maybe that's why it's called the Golden Throne... but I digress. I've been a DM now for about 5 years, mostly in 3.5/4th D&D. My style of play involves, and heavily rewards, roleplaying, but that's not to say I don't make combat happen/interesting. Granted, the first couple go arounds of DH combat I'm sure I'll mess something up, so be prepared for a fast & loose interpretation of the rules. That all being said, here's what potential players should do/know:
I do not know WHEN we'll be meeting, but it will more than likely be either Tuesday, Friday, or Sunday evenings EDT/EST (GMT-4/-5)
I will only be taking 5 players. Do not be discouraged if I've talked to more than 5 people, since I won't be making the final decision until I have everyone's backstory in hand!
The main game will be run through roll20 in a G+ hangout. The in-between fluff RP will be run through Skype and a Subreddit , the later of which will be made once the group gets going. A reddit account is not required for the later, but is preferred.
A microphone is required , as is common curtousy when using it
There are NO restrictions on backgrounds, but you MUST have a very good backstory to support it.
No Grey Knights, and I'm only allowing up to two (2) battle sisters. Be prepared to have your faith severely tested if you do go that route, as Tzeentch and Slaanesh are my favorites.
I will entertain elite advances, but you'll need to, again, have a good story behind it. Ever wanted to be the nascent psyker or maybe have a dark pact? This is your chance, but I will only allow so many "special snowflakes"
While I don't have a problem with some of the more radical characters/concepts, try not to go overboard .
Powergamers/Metagamers need not apply.
Newbies are welcome , though I can only teach you so much.
Certain things, like stats, will be rolled in roll20 once I've accepted your character, but others I'll trust your judgement on, so long as there's a story behind it (i.e., if you take Aberration as a mutation, you better have a way to hide it well)
If you've gotten this far, post a basic idea of the character you want to play in this thread , including name, class, and a quick TLDR of their backstory. If there's something you want to keep under your hat, send it my way in the form of a pm, but still post the general gist so everyone can see it. If I like it, I'll PM you the join link the the campaign. I'm doing it this way as opposed to the apply to join system just for sanity's sake (a DM with 30 insanity points is not a happy DM). Applications close on the 18th, or when the slots have filled. I know it's a bit much to say/ask up front, but I like making sure people know what they're getting into!
