Hey everybody,
I'm looking for one person to be the fifth for our ongoing weekly Traveller 2e ("Mongoose 2e") game. We are just under 10 sessions into a long campaign. Relevant info below:
About me (the GM)
My name is Joshua. I have the GM bug bad, and I've been running games for 21 years, so unfortunately the habit is probably terminal. I'm a scientist by trade (chemist/biochemistry) that also writes books on the side (9 manuscripts so far)
My DMing style aims to produce emotion, attachment, and spectacle through collaboration, intricate detail, and setup. It's my greatest hope that you become attached to the world and the people in it through dialogue, description, themework, and compelling, open-ended narratives.
About the game
The game takes place every Saturday at 10 AM EST via voice chat (in English) on Discord using The Forge. You will need to create an account on The Forge, but it is free.
The elevator pitch is: Star Trek with more intrigue and anomalous phenomena, centered around a newly mapped sector of the galaxy. Expect periods of exploration, discovery, and problem-solving in the field, followed by intrigue, negotiation, and possibly combat back at civilization as the crew grapples with what they've found and what others would do with the discoveries made.
This is nominally a low-combat game, although there's nothing stopping you from reaching for violence as a tool. Just be prepared for the consequences!
Here's a link to the lore and the player primer:
Lore
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Player primer
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If you read this part, include your favorite fantasy or sci fi character in your application for bonus points
About the table
This is an established group. Most people in it have played with me for numerous years. We take the game fairly seriously but we still laugh and joke.
How to apply and what to expect
An ideal addition to the game will be somebody who can bring their full attention and consistently engage authentically and collaboratively with the world and other players. Player excitement and engagement fuel my efforts, and I try to give back that passion.
The truly greatest way to enjoy my games is to also come with some degree of literary analysis or appreciation, as I weave literary themes and motifs into the story. This isn't required, but if you've ever wondered if TTRPGs could have deeper meaning, this is a game for you.
Applications are via the Google form linked below. All applications get reviewed by the entire current group. As ones we think are good fits come through, I will reach out on Discord to set up interviews. The interviews are currently slated to take place on Saturday, 13 Jun, in the morning hours EST. If there are any questions not covered elsewhere, please feel free to ask in the replies or my DMs. Thanks!
Application form
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