Countdown to Origins 2017

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Countdown to Origins 2017

Postby Black Jack Rackham » Tue Aug 23, 2016 11:16 pm

Yup, just like usual, Event Submission begins Sept 1. Reviewing with the other GMs now to discuss what we'll be running.
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Re: Countdown to Origins 2017

Postby salamanca » Wed Aug 24, 2016 12:25 pm

Odds are good we will be running another PA slot either earlier or later on to accommodate numbers.

You WILL NOT be allowed to participate twice at the same con. If we do this it will be to reduce table size back to reasonable numbers and let you get enough solo time with Mark. This year we had at least 32 people show up for the PA which is double capacity.

So if we do this, no double dipping, no showing up with second characters, no buying tickets for both times and deciding later when you want to play.

And before you complain about my rules on this keep in mind that I will be running these extra sessions and losing 4-8 hours of play time to do this with no extra benefits. (Because I want you to have fun).
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Re: Countdown to Origins 2017

Postby kenderleech » Wed Aug 24, 2016 2:28 pm

Dave, as long as I get my 2 sessions and a PA with team heretic, ill take the other PA.
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Re: Countdown to Origins 2017

Postby salamanca » Wed Aug 24, 2016 4:16 pm

Gotta remember to kill those guys off... Again. It really doesn't stick well to you guys.
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Re: Countdown to Origins 2017

Postby kenderleech » Wed Aug 24, 2016 4:57 pm

Nope. Some of us just refuse to let go. *dodges alexandras swat*
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Re: Countdown to Origins 2017

Postby Sister Sonya » Wed Aug 24, 2016 11:29 pm

salamanca wrote: You WILL NOT be allowed to participate twice at the same con.

But, Dave? Even if Sonya has good Disguise and Acting? I can even wear my wig.

Seriously, if it comes down to time, a lot of Sonya's invention time can be solo. But, of course, she could willingly assist most anyone with their PA, and so will try to sign up for the Saturday time slot.
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Re: Countdown to Origins 2017

Postby salamanca » Thu Aug 25, 2016 12:39 pm

We want you all at the table. But we want you there once. We are not asking folks to skip the session, only play at certain cons or schedule time with Mark outside sessions to get your stuff done.

But everybody deserves a chance to get in and there are more of you than e can accommodate in the same time slot.
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Re: Countdown to Origins 2017

Postby cpugs » Thu Aug 25, 2016 1:22 pm

Just saw on another forum that Hotel blocks are coming online....
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Re: Countdown to Origins 2017

Postby salamanca » Thu Aug 25, 2016 10:55 pm

Yeah, we book before we leave. But you all should totally book early and not have to worry about it later.
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Re: Countdown to Origins 2017

Postby daundelyon » Fri Aug 26, 2016 5:22 pm

kenderleech wrote:Nope. Some of us just refuse to let go. *dodges alexandras swat*


You know, I can still probably get a hold of that giant hammer from Bristol... :twisted:
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Re: Countdown to Origins 2017

Postby Black Jack Rackham » Tue Sep 06, 2016 11:57 pm

And baring any unforeseen circumstances, here's our schedule (complete with GM no less). Keep in mind the GM is not set in stone (well except for the PAs). So we might do some switching of that.

EDIT: GMs have been finalized and all GoSM games will be in the Champagne room this year (table numbers are in parentheses after the GM name). Megaparanoia will be in Grant.

Wed:
8425 1-5 HoA: Episode 9 – Mistaken Heresies KEN (1)
8433 1-5 HoA: Flashback - Eps 1 or 2 ME (2)
8426 7-11 HoA: Episode 11 - To Light a Candle KEN (1)
8434 7-11 HoA: Episode 13 - The Madman of Paseo Largo ME (2)

Thurs:
8427 9-1 HoA: Episode 12 - Old Friends DAVE (1)
8435 1-5 HoA: Episode 14 - A Friend in Need ME (2)
8441 1-5 HoA: Flashback - Eps 3 or 4 KEN (3)

Fri:
8428 9-1 HoA: Episode 10 – Command Performance DAVE (1)
8436 9-1 HoA: Episode 11 - To Light a Candle KEN (2)
8442 1-5 HoA: Episode 12 - Old Friends DAVE (3)
8444 1-5 HoA: Episode 13 - The Madman of Paseo Largo ME (4)
8446 1-5 HoA: Flashback - Eps 5 or 6 STEPHEN* (5)
8429 7-11 HoA: Episode 13 - The Madman of Paseo Largo DAVE (1)
8437 7-11 HoA: Episode 14 - A Friend in Need ME (2)

Sat:
8430 9-1 HoA: HoA: Episode 14 - A Friend in Need ME (1)
8438 9-1 HoA: Flashback - Eps 7 or 8 DAVE (2)
8443 1-5 HoA: Personal Agendas (Afternoon Slot Table 1) DAVE (3)
8445 1-5 HoA: Personal Agendas (Afternoon Slot Table 2) ME (4)
8431 7-11 HoA: Personal Agendas (Evening Slot Table 1) KEN (1)
8439 7-11 HoA: Personal Agendas (Evening Slot Table 2) ME (2)

2139 11-Whenever MEGAPARANOIA (Grant)

Sun:
8432 10-2 HoA: DOMINGO GIGANTE! KEN (1)
8440 10-2 HoA: DOMINGO GIGANTE! ME (2)

*Note this is Stephen's first time running for us and I'd normally say, give him hell, but he has a new baby so I doubt very much any of us can make it worse. Welcome aboard Stephen!
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Re: Countdown to Origins 2017

Postby cpugs » Wed Sep 07, 2016 5:15 pm

Believe it or not but hotel rooms are going fast, with the Hyatt already sold out the day it went live (Sept. 1). We are up against other events in Columbus so call now for rooms!
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Re: Countdown to Origins 2017

Postby Rebecca Iavelli » Wed Sep 07, 2016 5:47 pm

Well, I tried calling the Crowne Plaza, and they are sold out too, so looks like I'm going to hope for a cancellation or see what else is around there. Ugh, I can't believe that they sold out so quickly, I've never seen it like that. We may be up against other things happening, but they usually block areas off for the convention, so looks like it's going to be a busy one, this coming year. Hope I can make it.
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Re: Countdown to Origins 2017

Postby Black Jack Rackham » Wed Sep 07, 2016 7:45 pm

Oh you know me, I got this all done the day it went live. Got my reservations at the Crowne Plaza like normal. So I'm all set. See you all in 39 Weeks, 6 Days, 11 Hours, and 14 Minutes.
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Re: Countdown to Origins 2017

Postby Rebecca Iavelli » Wed Sep 07, 2016 8:12 pm

Yeah, I figured you did. But some of us have to wait to see what clears with the paycheck to make sure we have the money to go on the deposit for the room that the hotels always want. :P
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Re: Countdown to Origins 2017

Postby Black Jack Rackham » Wed Nov 16, 2016 5:08 pm

EARLY REGISTRATION STARTS TODAY!!!
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Re: Countdown to Origins 2017

Postby Black Jack Rackham » Wed Nov 16, 2016 7:34 pm

Just a quick note for folks. Apparently even though it looks similar, this is a whole new system. So if you're having trouble getting the system to recognize you, it's possible that your previous records were wiped (this goes double for those of us who just get GM badges). If that happens, just input all the stuff like you're new and voila, you're all set.
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Re: Countdown to Origins 2017

Postby Lady Grace » Wed Nov 16, 2016 10:15 pm

Does it recognize the discount for GoSM members?
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Re: Countdown to Origins 2017

Postby Black Jack Rackham » Thu Nov 17, 2016 8:33 am

no, we haven't even been asked to send in our list of members yet.
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Re: Countdown to Origins 2017

Postby CaitlinCallahan » Thu Dec 15, 2016 11:52 pm

Any updates on the system recognizing the GoSM discount? (I'm currently waiting to register, but I may get too antsy...) :D
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Re: Countdown to Origins 2017

Postby Black Jack Rackham » Fri Dec 16, 2016 1:41 pm

I wouldn't expect to get the codes until about a month before the con starts. If you're desperate, you can always buy one now then get a refund.
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Re: Countdown to Origins 2017

Postby CaitlinCallahan » Fri Feb 10, 2017 11:39 pm

So, I was checking out the Origins site, and saw that the event submission deadline is March 1, 2017, but could not find any reference as to when event registration will begin. Anyone have any insight?
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Re: Countdown to Origins 2017

Postby MacShidhe » Sat Feb 11, 2017 8:42 am

It seem like they wait till just a couple days before the Con
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Re: Countdown to Origins 2017

Postby Black Jack Rackham » Sat Feb 11, 2017 9:54 am

And they won't say a thing about it until about a week (or less) before it happens. But on the (semi)bright side, there are plenty of folks who will let us all know once Origins announces when it will be.
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Re: Countdown to Origins 2017

Postby Black Jack Rackham » Fri Mar 10, 2017 8:03 am

The Event Grid is up HERE. You may now commence to making your schedules.

As for our events, everything looks good so far, right number of adventures on the right days.
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