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RPTools (PC)

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THE SETTING #USES

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elf archer 1

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HOW IT'S PLAYED #USES

multiplayer 1

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DESCRIPTION

The 5 tools available here under the umbrella label RPTools represent a suite of open-source programs designed to supplement and expand traditional pen-and-paper role playing games. They can be used either to augment the experience of face-to-face play or can be utilized in conjunction with an internet connection to allow for role-playing in real time, even if your players are on the other side of the world. Running a voice chat program in conjunction can further the experience.

These tools are not a role playing game by themselves, nor are they meant to replace everything at the RPG table. Rather, they are designed to be as flexible as we can make them, usable for a wide variety of gaming systems, from fantasy to sci-fi; from tabletop miniatures games, to more purely spoken-word games.

The tools aren't built from the ground up for any specific RPG, which is what allows for the great flexibility we have, but as a result, it can be difficult for us to indicate easily to individuals how best to make use of the tools for their specific purposes. Fortunately, the community forums are a thriving, active source of rapid responses to any questions you may have. We take pride in this as one of our greatest strengths, and we encourage you to come join the fun. If the game you want to run is a commonly-found one, there's a good chance you can find someone who's done most of the fine-tuning for you!

RPTools (PC)

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elf archer, multiplayer
DESCRIPTION:

The 5 tools available here under the umbrella label RPTools represent a suite of open-source programs designed to sup... more

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Wormy played RPTools on 06/OCT/09

“We got an old time D&D friend to join us finally online yesterday, and the dynamic of 4 NPCs is quite different than the previous 3. I may have to toughen up some parts of the game now that...”

created 07/OCT/2009

Gilhawk played RPTools on 11/AUG/09

“We are getting our butts seriously kicked by another too-high-for-our-level encounter. Thankfully Brenn is there to save the day again. I think we might actually make it through alive again.”

created 13/AUG/2009

Wormy played RPTools on 11/AUG/09

“Just thought I'd note that we're still using RPTools happily to do our D&D sessions. What I really love about it is the ability to save state between sessions. You go to play, and you simply...”

created 13/AUG/2009

arislyn was the last to comment - over 3 years ago...

“Cool! I'm going to have to point this towards one of my DMs. We have a guy in one of our groups that drives down from DC to play. I'm sure he'd much rather not have to drive a couple of hours to get his D&D fix....”

Wormy was the last to comment - over 3 years ago...

“This has revolutionized our D&D. We now meet only online, and we use skype for voice (though vent would work if you and too many people). We meet 2 in MA, 1 in VT, and 1 in SC, and its great.

Learning the tool takes some time, but its easy once you get the hang of it. And its so open eneded, that you could adapt any RPG to it, and with some effort, probably any board game too.

Its a really amazing system. (AND FREE/OPEN!)
Watch these vid tutorials to get a good idea of it:
http://rptoolstutorials.net/

And feel free to ping me if you have any issues. I've been our DM, so I'm very familiar with the tool. I even have some advanced tips on how to make tokens (their in-game character markers) with built in macros and stuff for using D&D 4th edition powers, healing, keeping track of life...etc. All very cool, and though it took me a while to learn, I could pass on that info in short order.”

Wormy was the last to comment - over 3 years ago...

“Oh.. and we also just stumbed across this:
http://www.fantasygrounds.com/ No idea if its any good, but worth checking out I guess. Non mac friendly, and not as flexible, .. but certainly pretty.”

arislyn was the last to comment - over 3 years ago...

“Sweetness! The fact that RPTools is free makes it even that much more attractive. I'll send a link to my DM and see what he thinks. If he has questions, I'll have him send you a message. :D”

Wormy was the last to comment - over 3 years ago... show previous hide previous

“sure thing!”

Death of Einar

“A sad day in D&D. Einar, the trusty elf ranger was slain by the cold warhammer of Urwol the master smith. Truly these Duregar are an evil lot. Thankfully this is not the end of our...”

Added by: Wormy
Date: 26/MAY/2009
Views: 356
Votes: 0

created 26/MAY/2009

Wormy played RPTools on 26/MAY/09

“EINAR NOOOOOO!! It was a sad night of D&D tonight, as a beloved character, Einar, master ranger and damage dealer, was slain at the hands of Urwol the master duregar smith. The night began as...”

created 26/MAY/2009

angryvillager was the last to comment - over 3 years ago... show previous hide previous

“Alas, poor Einar. I knew ye well. Do you think we might have fared better if we'd had another warrior, a mage, or a warlock there? I guess only the fates know...”

Gilhawk played RPTools on 28/APR/09

“Advanced into the Horned Hold after Jake teleported himself inside to open the door.”

created 29/APR/2009

Wormy played RPTools on 28/APR/09

“The horned hold has been breached! The portcullis and guard room proved to be not much trouble for our heroes. I especially liked the move of our new swordmage, who was able to teleport himself...”

created 29/APR/2009

angryvillager was the last to comment - over 4 years ago... show previous hide previous

“twas a mighty battle...hope I don't bleed out before we hit the next room”

RPTools: What is it, Where to get it? by: Wormy

“RPTools is a set of open source tools for playing tabletop games online. The main tool of which is called 'MapTool'. It is a system that was built initially to solve playing RPGs like Dungeons and...”

created 22/APR/2009

RPTools (PC) by: Wormy

“A fantastic tool for playing your favorite tabletop RPG (or possibly any board game) online with friends. It has singlehandedly saved our D&D sessions, and now we have a great time with skype, and RPTools all over the Internet. Critical Hit!”

created 22/APR/2009

Wormy played RPTools on 21/APR/09

“We finished our labyrinth interlude. The guys took out a kruthik nest, and then bested a mummy while dealing with a nice pendulum trap. Next up, the Horned Hold!”

created 22/APR/2009

Wormy played RPTools on 05/APR/09

“I was working hard to get our next few sessions all made in RPTools. I'm very pleased with my advancements in macro usage.. properties..etc. I know have lots of content ready to go for our next...”

created 06/APR/2009

Wormy played RPTools on 02/APR/09

“I did some work adding better states and state icons to the campaign. So now I can have things like "dazed" and "stunned" and "blinded" much eaiser. They also have...”

created 03/APR/2009

Wormy played RPTools on 31/MAR/09

“Had a great D&D session via RPTools. We started to crawl the little mini-dungeon I made. The group sprung a warding glyph trap, killed off a lone duregar, and then had a tangle with a...”

created 01/APR/2009

Wormy played RPTools on 10/MAR/09

Grinn was the last to comment - over 4 years ago... show previous hide previous

“Ahhh. cool.

And since it's Java, technically you could even run it on your cable box, your phone, or even your toaster! Roll for level of darkness.”

created 12/MAR/2009