A foul omen looms in the sky over the scoundrel city of Riddleport, an ominous shadow that defies the light. Is it a curse laid millennia ago by forgotten mages? Does it forewarn against the return of some terrible foe? Or does it portend a terrible new era, a second Age of Darkness? We are currently looking for another member to join our long-term Pathfinder group as we begin the Second Darkness Adventure Path using the Roll20 Virtual Tabletop. We seek experienced, mature players that are able to function in a group environment. We plan on completing Second Darkness in its entirety, so by joining you would be making a commitment to finish the campaign. To give you an idea of what that means, we have found that it usually takes 8 months to a year of weekly gaming to finish an Adventure Path of this length. If you are unwilling, unable, or hesitant to make such a commitment, then we ask that you do not apply to join. If all goes well, we would ideally like to welcome this new member to become a permanent fixture in our group for future campaigns. Most of us have been playing together for years, so being able to contribute to a long-term positive group dynamic is essential. About Us: We are a serious group of experienced gamers that have just started the Second Darkness Adventure Path. Right now we consist of three players and a GM, and are seeking a permanent fourth player. Our core group members have been gaming together through various campaigns for years, and plan on continuing to other Pathfinder Adventure Paths after this one. Our games consist of a good balance between roleplaying and combat, as we think that both are essential to gameplay. We value style, flavor, and depth just as much as we do system mechanics. We are a group of high-quality players with a very experienced GM, and we hold our games to a greater standard than most. We have found that this results in a much more refined and enjoyable experience for those involved. Therefore, we have very high expectations for players that wish to join us. About You: Must be available to play Friday nights starting at 7pm CST / 8pm EST. Games usually run for at least 6 hours, ending around 1am CST / 2am EST. Applicants should be punctual and reliable. Players are expected to be attentive and participate during this entire time. Please note that we do NOT use any kind of voice chat, so applicants should be able to communicate and play via Roll20 text chat (typing for long periods of time, etc). Must have a regular schedule with minimal chance for time conflicts. Absences should be rare, and only under emergency circumstances. Must be an experienced, stable, adult player that is familiar with the Pathfinder system. Children and teenagers should not apply. We expect you to understand the nuances of the player-GM relationship, and to get along with the other players of the group without conflict. Players that use racist, bigoted, sexist, or homophobic language should not apply; we don't have time for that nonsense. Must be willing to commit and be dedicated to the game and to the group. Please be sure that you do not have other priorities that might come up. This game is not for people only looking for a quick-fix. Applicants should not have any reservations about dedicating every Friday night to the game for the next year. Must be willing to participate and roleplay in-game. Players should be able to effectively roleplay interesting and flavorful characters. “Strong Silent Types” need not apply. In addition, players must be well-versed in Pathfinder rules and mechanics. You are expected to contribute to the strategic implementation of the rules to overcome obstacles. Prospective applicants should be competent with both of these areas (roleplaying or mechanics). Must participate in out-of-game preparation and bookkeeping. Players are expected to devote time outside the game every week to prepare for our weekly sessions. You will be responsible for managing an up-to-date character sheet that will be hosted on a shared Google Docs folder. Character management, leveling up, and inventory management will be completed OUTSIDE of normal game time. Players must take an active role in loot assignment discussions and purchase decisions. Please be sure that you are willing to spend time outside the game to prepare. Must not have any prior knowledge about the Second Darkness Adventure Path. Our group values story and plot development, so please do not apply if you have already played any of this scenario. Possessing or obtaining any meta-knowledge of the campaign is grounds for dismissal. Must be flexible, able to handle a variety of challenging situations while maintaining a good-natured attitude. As our GM has stated previously, you should be willing to die heroically without complaint. You must maintain your enthusiasm throughout all ups or downs. If you are prone to ragequits or get pissy when dice rolls go badly, then you should look elsewhere. How to Apply: Contact us via Roll20 to express your interest in joining. You will need to include some information about yourself and your experience level. Please address some of the specific requirements listed above, and mention why you think you would be a good choice. Think of this as a brief gaming CV and cover letter. Read and comprehend the Second Darkness Player's Guide in its entirety. We will send this to you after you have expressed your interest and introduced yourself. Submit a completed character sheet. (see below) Submit a fleshed-out backstory and character description. This should give us an idea of your character's personality, background, and current goals. Players that use the information from the Player's Guide in an effective and flavorful manner will be given preference. Submit a character token that can be used on the Roll20 Virtual Tabletop. Character Requirements: 15 point buy Core classes only (no APG classes) Core races, plus any races listed in Second Darkness Player's Guide Good alignments only Average starting gold as given in the Core Rulebook Two traits, one of which must be a Second Darkness campaign trait chosen from the Player's Guide Rogues, bards, and wizards are given priority consideration We will prioritize applicants that meet all of our required criteria and present compelling, coherent character dossiers. Your application materials should accurately and descriptively portray the character that you wish to inhabit for the next 8-12 months. We will not select any character that shows signs of obvious over-optimization or min-maxing, as this is not copacetic with our gameplay philosophy. For party balance purposes, we are looking for a rogue, bard, or wizard. This is not mandatory, but it is highly recommended. We will continue accepting new applications until we have found a player that is satisfactory. Once chosen, this player will join our group for a few games in a probationary capacity. If all goes well, we will welcome them into our group as a full-fledged member. Good luck! Please feel free to contact us if you feel that you are qualified. We look forward to hearing from you!