Idk. I’m assuming this is the lead up to a joke and not a genuine question
Nuh uh I wanna know
Depends on what you think Santa is, I’d say hell.
No it’s somewhere in the North Pole but I don’t know the street
Why? You trying to give him a letter, because original Saint Nick is dead.
Fun fact, a popular story about St. Nicholas is of him punching Arius. As the story goes Arius was talking about Arianism and St. Nicholas went over to punch him.
Odds are the story didn't happen like that. The story of it appeared decently later. And even if it did, would've been more likely to be a light "corrective" slap than an actual "this is gonna" slap/punch.
But it's fun to mention at Christmas time.
Interesting. But in order for that story to make any sense, the person you’re telling it to has to know who Arius is. And I don’t think most people today know that (I do though).
True.
So the quick summary for those that don't: Arius was a bishop in Alexandria Egypt that lived 256-336 AD. He was the originator of Arianism, which caused the Arian Crisis and a lot of theological debate within the early Christian church. The Council of Nicaea in 325 AD firmly rejected Arianism in favor of Trinitarianism. (Though things still remained tumultuous for a few decades after.) The key difference being Arianism holds Jesus is a creature created by God whereas Trinitarianism holds Jesus as God and part of the Trinity. (God the Father. God the Son. God the Holy Spirit.
Side fun fact: The Council of Nicaea is also where it was decided that Christmas is celebrated on December 25th. It's also why Orthodox Christmas is a different day because when the Council was held it was 12/25 on the Julian calendar. Later when Pope Gregory XIII introduced the Gregorian calendar the Catholic Church readjusted its liturgical year to use the Gregorian calendar whereas the Orthodox east stayed on the Julian calendar for its liturgical year. And that's why they're different dates now.
Idk. I’m assuming this is the lead up to a joke and not a genuine question
Nuh uh I wanna know
Depends on what you think Santa is, I’d say hell.
No it’s somewhere in the North Pole but I don’t know the street
Why? You trying to give him a letter, because original Saint Nick is dead.
Fun fact, a popular story about St. Nicholas is of him punching Arius. As the story goes Arius was talking about Arianism and St. Nicholas went over to punch him.
Odds are the story didn't happen like that. The story of it appeared decently later. And even if it did, would've been more likely to be a light "corrective" slap than an actual "this is gonna" slap/punch.
But it's fun to mention at Christmas time.
Interesting. But in order for that story to make any sense, the person you’re telling it to has to know who Arius is. And I don’t think most people today know that (I do though).
True.
So the quick summary for those that don't: Arius was a bishop in Alexandria Egypt that lived 256-336 AD. He was the originator of Arianism, which caused the Arian Crisis and a lot of theological debate within the early Christian church. The Council of Nicaea in 325 AD firmly rejected Arianism in favor of Trinitarianism. (Though things still remained tumultuous for a few decades after.) The key difference being Arianism holds Jesus is a creature created by God whereas Trinitarianism holds Jesus as God and part of the Trinity. (God the Father. God the Son. God the Holy Spirit.
Side fun fact: The Council of Nicaea is also where it was decided that Christmas is celebrated on December 25th. It's also why Orthodox Christmas is a different day because when the Council was held it was 12/25 on the Julian calendar. Later when Pope Gregory XIII introduced the Gregorian calendar the Catholic Church readjusted its liturgical year to use the Gregorian calendar whereas the Orthodox east stayed on the Julian calendar for its liturgical year. And that's why they're different dates now.
Ooh interesting.
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Yo, I'm Himy (He/him) not as active as I use to be, but I'm here from time to time. I don't got much else to say.
"From the stars of the inner sea, from the tower of insight, from the four corners of paradise, let them know; their story is filled with blessings. Only those free of sin may pass... Garden of Avalon!”
”The elements coalesce, amalgamate, and bring forth the star that interweaves all creation. Bow down with death! Enuma Elish!”
I was thinking (as always) of a busy market street, filled with spirits and monsters of all kinds. Neon lights, hanging lanterns, hawkers, everything. I would want it to be story-based thread with a softer magic system than dnd (think like you have spell points, and you can spend 0-3 to create an effect within an area of expertise).
It wouldn't be a high-conflict story, so I'd have to really wow people with my characters and descriptions.
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Let him who is without sin cast the first stone.
May each word that I speak be backed by each of my teeth.
I was thinking (as always) of a busy market street, filled with spirits and monsters of all kinds. Neon lights, hanging lanterns, hawkers, everything. I would want it to be story-based thread with a softer magic system than dnd (think like you have spell points, and you can spend 0-3 to create an effect within an area of expertise).
It wouldn't be a high-conflict story, so I'd have to really wow people with my characters and descriptions.
That sounds pretty neat. A story-based thread like that would need clear thematic atmosphere to inspire character creation. I know you want dark whimsy which is great but it would help to have some examples or a clearer description of the place to better define the vibe. I know that was just a simple description though, not the full tavern.
I was thinking (as always) of a busy market street, filled with spirits and monsters of all kinds. Neon lights, hanging lanterns, hawkers, everything. I would want it to be story-based thread with a softer magic system than dnd (think like you have spell points, and you can spend 0-3 to create an effect within an area of expertise).
It wouldn't be a high-conflict story, so I'd have to really wow people with my characters and descriptions.
That sounds pretty neat. A story-based thread like that would need clear thematic atmosphere to inspire character creation. I know you want dark whimsy which is great but it would help to have some examples or a clearer description of the place to better define the vibe. I know that was just a simple description though, not the full tavern.
I've got two music videos and Spirited Away for player inspiration already. I will look for more.
I was thinking (as always) of a busy market street, filled with spirits and monsters of all kinds. Neon lights, hanging lanterns, hawkers, everything. I would want it to be story-based thread with a softer magic system than dnd (think like you have spell points, and you can spend 0-3 to create an effect within an area of expertise).
It wouldn't be a high-conflict story, so I'd have to really wow people with my characters and descriptions.
That sounds pretty neat. A story-based thread like that would need clear thematic atmosphere to inspire character creation. I know you want dark whimsy which is great but it would help to have some examples or a clearer description of the place to better define the vibe. I know that was just a simple description though, not the full tavern.
I've got two music videos and Spirited Away for player inspiration already. I will look for more.
I was thinking (as always) of a busy market street, filled with spirits and monsters of all kinds. Neon lights, hanging lanterns, hawkers, everything. I would want it to be story-based thread with a softer magic system than dnd (think like you have spell points, and you can spend 0-3 to create an effect within an area of expertise).
It wouldn't be a high-conflict story, so I'd have to really wow people with my characters and descriptions.
That sounds pretty neat. A story-based thread like that would need clear thematic atmosphere to inspire character creation. I know you want dark whimsy which is great but it would help to have some examples or a clearer description of the place to better define the vibe. I know that was just a simple description though, not the full tavern.
I've got two music videos and Spirited Away for player inspiration already. I will look for more.
Studio Ghibli is always good.
Saw they're doing a new show called The Boy and the Heron.
yooo MoonWatcher sick pfp. I never finished that game. I started it, but then I switched accounts and lost it.
I heard life is what passes when you're too busy living.
i've been meaning to finish it
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I am failure and perfection
Without grace, but I am tired
Of walking life like it's a wire
What's the game called?
Monster Fact of the Day: Tarrasque
Tarrasque's have a magical regeneration and are able to reflect spells back at its enemies
Praise Jeff with Your Hole Heart and Soul with the Sign of
DoomJOY to Come!!!!!Dredge
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I am failure and perfection
Without grace, but I am tired
Of walking life like it's a wire
Thats what I thought.
Monster Fact of the Day: Tarrasque
Tarrasque's have a magical regeneration and are able to reflect spells back at its enemies
Praise Jeff with Your Hole Heart and Soul with the Sign of
DoomJOY to Come!!!!!it's a fun game
they/her Always open to chat. Just send me a PM
I am failure and perfection
Without grace, but I am tired
Of walking life like it's a wire
True.
So the quick summary for those that don't: Arius was a bishop in Alexandria Egypt that lived 256-336 AD. He was the originator of Arianism, which caused the Arian Crisis and a lot of theological debate within the early Christian church. The Council of Nicaea in 325 AD firmly rejected Arianism in favor of Trinitarianism. (Though things still remained tumultuous for a few decades after.) The key difference being Arianism holds Jesus is a creature created by God whereas Trinitarianism holds Jesus as God and part of the Trinity. (God the Father. God the Son. God the Holy Spirit.
Side fun fact: The Council of Nicaea is also where it was decided that Christmas is celebrated on December 25th. It's also why Orthodox Christmas is a different day because when the Council was held it was 12/25 on the Julian calendar. Later when Pope Gregory XIII introduced the Gregorian calendar the Catholic Church readjusted its liturgical year to use the Gregorian calendar whereas the Orthodox east stayed on the Julian calendar for its liturgical year. And that's why they're different dates now.
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Interesting and obscure as always, Vitus. Good job.
Have a cookie.
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May each word that I speak be backed by each of my teeth.
*nom nom*
How's it going, Baalz?
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I want to make something anime-inspired and darkly whimsical.
I don't know how to make that, however.
Let him who is without sin cast the first stone.
May each word that I speak be backed by each of my teeth.
Ooh interesting.
Yo, I'm Himy (He/him) not as active as I use to be, but I'm here from time to time. I don't got much else to say.
"From the stars of the inner sea, from the tower of insight, from the four corners of paradise, let them know; their story is filled with blessings. Only those free of sin may pass... Garden of Avalon!”
”The elements coalesce, amalgamate, and bring forth the star that interweaves all creation. Bow down with death! Enuma Elish!”
Maybe look for anime drawings and let that inspire you?
I was looking at goblin images the other day when I found one that inspired me to make a monster.
[[ Debating whether to add DEX mod to acid or alchemist's since found that's RAW, but it also feels wrong. ]]
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I can't see the image, but I'm sure it's very cool.
See, I already have some ideas in mind, but I don't know how to properly execute them.
Let him who is without sin cast the first stone.
May each word that I speak be backed by each of my teeth.
It was a goblin alchemist with the inspiring image.
What are the ideas you have in mind? Perhaps we can help get the ball rolling?
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I was thinking (as always) of a busy market street, filled with spirits and monsters of all kinds. Neon lights, hanging lanterns, hawkers, everything. I would want it to be story-based thread with a softer magic system than dnd (think like you have spell points, and you can spend 0-3 to create an effect within an area of expertise).
It wouldn't be a high-conflict story, so I'd have to really wow people with my characters and descriptions.
Let him who is without sin cast the first stone.
May each word that I speak be backed by each of my teeth.
That sounds pretty neat. A story-based thread like that would need clear thematic atmosphere to inspire character creation. I know you want dark whimsy which is great but it would help to have some examples or a clearer description of the place to better define the vibe. I know that was just a simple description though, not the full tavern.
I've got two music videos and Spirited Away for player inspiration already. I will look for more.
Let him who is without sin cast the first stone.
May each word that I speak be backed by each of my teeth.
Studio Ghibli is always good.
Saw they're doing a new show called The Boy and the Heron.
This is a signature. It was a simple signature. But it has been upgraded.
Belolonandalogalo, Sunny | Draíocht, Kholias | Eggo Lass, 100 Dungeons
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We Are Modron
Get rickrolled here. Awesome music here. Track 48, 5/23/25, Immaculate Mary
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This is a signature. It was a simple signature. But it has been upgraded.
Belolonandalogalo, Sunny | Draíocht, Kholias | Eggo Lass, 100 Dungeons
Talorin Tebedi, Vecna: Eve | Cherry, Stormwreck | Chipper, Strahd
We Are Modron
Get rickrolled here. Awesome music here. Track 48, 5/23/25, Immaculate Mary