Re: GM Questions and Requests
Posted: Fri Nov 28, 2025 6:28 am
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Related to #2, I'm looking at mid-morning...in what location should I start the thread? I was thinking the Estate, but I don't know if The Honorable Umiko has a preferred place of business.Boogiepop wrote: Thu Nov 27, 2025 12:22 pm1) Done!Miya Kisha wrote: Thu Nov 27, 2025 10:26 am Two--no, three--things, please:
- For the D9 starlog, viewtopic.php?t=207&start=13
- When would be a good time D9 to meet with the governor and/or the karo regarding an idea for Bon Festival? There's some stuff as will need permissions, etc.
- Are y'all still having a good time? What can we do to make it a better one for y'all? It's been one hell of a game so far!
2) Hm, I'd say anytime in the morning
3) Yes! Just continue to be awesome and show patience! I am happy that I've been able to GM a game while juggling work (when I shoudn't be posting, TBH...) with routine errands, RL and etc. This is all thanks to my co-GM Hatoful GM, but also because of the players! Thank you all for being understanding and wonderful!
Umiko is open to meeting anywhere, really, if it's to talk about the Bon Festival. The Estate is also open, if you wish to drop by!Miya Kisha wrote: Sat Nov 29, 2025 10:50 amRelated to #2, I'm looking at mid-morning...in what location should I start the thread? I was thinking the Estate, but I don't know if The Honorable Umiko has a preferred place of business.Boogiepop wrote: Thu Nov 27, 2025 12:22 pm1) Done!Miya Kisha wrote: Thu Nov 27, 2025 10:26 am Two--no, three--things, please:
- For the D9 starlog, viewtopic.php?t=207&start=13
- When would be a good time D9 to meet with the governor and/or the karo regarding an idea for Bon Festival? There's some stuff as will need permissions, etc.
- Are y'all still having a good time? What can we do to make it a better one for y'all? It's been one hell of a game so far!
2) Hm, I'd say anytime in the morning
3) Yes! Just continue to be awesome and show patience! I am happy that I've been able to GM a game while juggling work (when I shoudn't be posting, TBH...) with routine errands, RL and etc. This is all thanks to my co-GM Hatoful GM, but also because of the players! Thank you all for being understanding and wonderful!
Sure. Depending on the matter, it could be accepted off-screen.Kitsune Kiyoshi wrote: Sat Nov 29, 2025 2:42 pm I'd also like to speak with Umiko, about the possibility of a charity concert.
Let's do it Day 9. Point it out to me, and I can Point it out to you.Utaku Itsuka wrote: Sat Nov 29, 2025 7:48 pm Hey dear GMs!
For that 'point and click' investigation - should I just set up a thread and ask for your attention? Or would you rather I push that to D10?
If you don't have time for it, that's fine. After his visit to the temple, Kiyoshi legitimately wants to organize some sort of benefit concert for farmers and businesses impacted by the flooding. However, he doesn't really want to do it in cooperation with the temple. Instead, he'd like to see if the Crab leadership would be interested. However, after the rumors of Umiko visiting the temple and their conversation at the convention, Kiyoshi is curious about her connection to the Temple.Boogiepop wrote: Sat Nov 29, 2025 9:56 pmSure. Depending on the matter, it could be accepted off-screen.Kitsune Kiyoshi wrote: Sat Nov 29, 2025 2:42 pm I'd also like to speak with Umiko, about the possibility of a charity concert.
It might be a sensitive topic for her, but she could meet briefly about that.Kitsune Kiyoshi wrote: Sat Nov 29, 2025 11:06 pm If you don't have time for it, that's fine. After his visit to the temple, Kiyoshi legitimately wants to organize some sort of benefit concert for farmers and businesses impacted by the flooding. However, he doesn't really want to do it in cooperation with the temple. Instead, he'd like to see if the Crab leadership would be interested. However, after the rumors of Umiko visiting the temple and their conversation at the convention, Kiyoshi is curious about her connection to the Temple.
There is!Bayushi Senshuken wrote: Sat Nov 29, 2025 11:29 pm Are there any social media in this setting in which people can be texted just by knowing their name and no other contact info? Like idk Facescroll and Instaframe?
Just know that the connection is local Crab-based. Social networks outside of Clan, potentially some faint connection to ally Clan, are practically not very available. Imperials might have that sway.Boogiepop wrote: Fri Nov 07, 2025 10:12 amYes. With the way the net works in the setting, there isn't quite an 'Empire Wide Net', it's mostly contained to the Clan (so they can better control information and content). Imperial and allied affiliates' exceptions apply, of course.Yoritomo Yakura wrote: Fri Nov 07, 2025 8:33 am Is there a city/planet-wide social media platform that everyone can use to some extent? Something like instagram, twitter or something like that?
But you're asking about the city and planet-wide, so yes. Fishbook, Instaguppy, and (Fish)Line (not super official names, don't @ me).
Since factions may well hit 60 bid points but not really be in the competition for first or second place, is the intention that a faction can get a maximum of 1 Gentry from accumulated bid points total, or 1 per full 30 points spent? It seems like the latter gives more players something to play for while avoiding politicking for "otherwise wasted points."Boogiepop wrote: Mon Nov 10, 2025 10:11 amThis can be awarded during the game, yes. However, it's not like the store or the brand immediately goes international overnight. The effects will be finalized post-game, but if you wish to spend the points now, you can have a contract in hand.Yoritomo Yakura wrote: Mon Nov 10, 2025 9:23 am So one question on this:
Can this be done during game, or is it more of a post-game thing? I assume the latter, but not fully clear.Finally, any Clan or party may use 30 Bid Points for one lease on Shiawase Island. This will allow either an existing Gentry business/unique holding to open up a branch on the island and expand their operations as a chain or open a new business opportunity in hopes of taking part in the Tango Province's future economic prosperity. For reference, this will be equivalent to 12-point Gentry Unique Holding, if the Clan member or party in question does not own a Gentry themselves. If they already own a Gentry Unique Holding, they will be upgraded to an 18-point Gentry Unique Holding instead.
1 per full 30 points.Kitsune Soratoshi wrote: Sun Nov 30, 2025 8:27 pmSince factions may well hit 60 bid points but not really be in the competition for first or second place, is the intention that a faction can get a maximum of 1 Gentry from accumulated bid points total, or 1 per full 30 points spent? It seems like the latter gives more players something to play for while avoiding politicking for "otherwise wasted points."Boogiepop wrote: Mon Nov 10, 2025 10:11 amThis can be awarded during the game, yes. However, it's not like the store or the brand immediately goes international overnight. The effects will be finalized post-game, but if you wish to spend the points now, you can have a contract in hand.Yoritomo Yakura wrote: Mon Nov 10, 2025 9:23 am So one question on this:
Can this be done during game, or is it more of a post-game thing? I assume the latter, but not fully clear.