So, I’ve never played tabletop games before, but have been wanting to for a while, and after some preliminary scouting, I liked the format of Dungeon World, so decided to start here. However, in person games aren’t really possible for me, given that no one I know here at school is into tabletop RPG’s. I’m wondering if there are online games willing to welcome a novice (new to the game, but not to writing and not to fantasy, if it’s any comfort), or groups that’d like to start a new, beginner-friendly game? I have three prepared characters—Druid, Bard, and Wizard—but I am willing to prep any of the ten classes and can sketch out a character pretty quickly (working on a Ranger, at the moment).
My best days/times are Friday or Saturday after 4:00 PM EST, but I can also, in a pinch, make Sundays work from 3:00-7:00 PM EST. If starting after New Years’ works better, I am also fine with that. I’ve just been wanting to get into this for a while, and it looks like fun!
Ashley, try gauntlet-rpg.com – Gauntlet Hangouts
there’s a google community that does a bunch of online gaming. If you do this same post there, 99% somebody will offer you a spot in a game, or start a new one
Try http://roll20.com, it’s a web platform that simulates the tabletop experience in an online environment, they also have a group finder tool.
Also, I suggest you don’t start making characters before play, building the party with the rest of the group is way more fun IMO
I think there is an opening in a game this Saturday from 12-4 pm EST with Joseph F. Russo. It’s a oneshot, so it’s a great way to try the game out, and the last time I played with him we were all new players (this was a year ago). Joseph is a solid GM.
I’d also recommend posting to the Gauntlet community: I think you’ll find them supportive.
Hey, thanks for the shout out Christo Meid! I am always happy to include new players. 🙂
At the moment, I’m just doing my one shot game online, but if you can make it, I’d love to introduce you to DW.
Here’s the link to the event: plus.google.com – Google+
Thank you all so much; I’ll check out those sites you mentioned and Joseph F. Russo, I’d love to play with you guys on Saturday! Noon to Four works for me.