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Post by BoilerRoomBrawler on Apr 14, 2013 22:23:45 GMT -5
Sure.
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Post by Allison Reynolds on Apr 15, 2013 10:40:22 GMT -5
I haven't checked the forum, but if you haven't yet done so, you have the go ahead, Mr. B. I thank you for the patience.
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Post by BoilerRoomBrawler on Apr 23, 2013 12:10:09 GMT -5
Hm, I have a Mafia game I'm planning out. I don't plan to run it for a long time - give people time to get ready for it once it is announced. Also there's the whole "wait in line" thing.
That said, would anyone like to have a look at the setup? I promise you it will be... Ambitious.
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Post by Allison Reynolds on Apr 23, 2013 14:08:48 GMT -5
What's the theme?
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Post by BoilerRoomBrawler on Apr 23, 2013 14:14:11 GMT -5
None right now. I'm just setting up the roles first. It'll need a theme that allows for many, many characters. I'm thinking Marvel Secret Mafiaor DC Mafia Crisis.
I'll need something more than a phone to send the role setup. I'd also rather keep the desired player numbers secret.
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Post by Triple H buried SnS on Apr 23, 2013 14:21:14 GMT -5
Not sure why the number of players is a big deal, cause we'll have to know that at game time(unless you just don't know yet). A player range would suffice for now. You aren't locked in to the number you give, just gives people an idea for the games ahead.
If it is good sized Marvel/DC theme and the timeframe you are thinking about, I'll probably be interested in playing in it. Otherwise I would look it over.
I would recommend a small one before you attempt a huge one tho.
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Post by BoilerRoomBrawler on Apr 23, 2013 14:35:09 GMT -5
I have the idea of a "Regular Ass Mafia" of a dozen or so players with no power roles as my first outing.
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Post by Triple H buried SnS on Apr 23, 2013 14:53:12 GMT -5
I have the idea of a "Regular Ass Mafia" of a dozen or so players with no power roles as my first outing. No power roles? Should be interesting. Spoiler tags aren't working... Mafia > 2 = mafia wins.
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Post by Allison Reynolds on Apr 23, 2013 14:56:23 GMT -5
Lol. Listen to SnS there ^. That is so true.
And yes, for those wondering, I do have everyone's set-ups saved in my PM folder (such as especially Double H, don't worry I didn't forget you my Brazilian Buddy)
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Post by Gus Richlen Was Wrong on Apr 23, 2013 15:36:33 GMT -5
It'll be a while before I get my games going. Real life has screwed stuff up for me.
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Post by MrBRulzOK on Apr 23, 2013 15:37:51 GMT -5
I guess you should go ahead and add my Avatar Mafia to the first post since it has officially gotten underway.
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Post by BoilerRoomBrawler on Apr 23, 2013 15:47:43 GMT -5
I planned 2-3 Mafia as per the 20-25% rule of thumb. 20% of 12 is 2.4.
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Post by Brandon Walsh is Insane. on Apr 23, 2013 16:26:13 GMT -5
Double H is Brazillian?
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Post by Triple H buried SnS on Apr 24, 2013 9:20:24 GMT -5
I planned 2-3 Mafia as per the 20-25% rule of thumb. 20% of 12 is 2.4. Yes, but that percentage is based on town having roles to assist in finding scum. Having to do it all on their own means the percentage definately should be lower than the norm.
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Post by BoilerRoomBrawler on Apr 24, 2013 18:42:38 GMT -5
SNS checked my setup and seems to approve. I'll make it official: DC Comics Mafia Crisis. 36 players. I realize that might be a tall order, but I have ways to trim it down if need be. I don't plan to run it for a good while. I plan to run Regular Ass Mafia to get a taste of Modding a game first.
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Post by Classy Lady on Apr 29, 2013 19:45:24 GMT -5
Is there a list of themes that have already been done anywhere on the forum?
I've wanted to host a game forever (here and elsewhere), my only outing at trying ended up in the game being ruined when a newbie outed all of his mafia teammates when he got lynched because he thought it would be a "good story", SIGH. But I don't want to make an obligation until I've thought of a good theme. I have a couple ideas but I'm not sure what's already been done.
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Post by BoilerRoomBrawler on Apr 29, 2013 19:55:20 GMT -5
This is from a while back, CL, but here's one of two quotes from upthread. After reading more on the game, I agree that there seem to be too many Mafia in many of those games. I read that one of the original proportions was 7 Town to 2 Mafia. So basically, 20% of the total players ought to be Mafia by that logic. I'm not an expert on this game yet, but some suggestions for future games: - If you feel you want to exceed that ratio, instead of adding a goon, upgrade one into a power role. - If one follows that ratio, they also could scale back on Town in the same way: every 1 fewer Townie means you upgrade another into a power role. - Don't be afraid of a basic game. I'm sure a game with few or no power roles would be relaxing for veterans here as well as a skill sharpener as they get to basics. - Smaller games. It's harder to burn out if fewer people can get in at a time. - Idea: Mini-Mafia. 4 Town, 1 Mafia. Short and sweet? - Does every game need a theme? What's wrong with saying, "I want to run a game of Mafia. Who's in?" - Mafia goes by other names. Maybe a Werewolf game or two would be refreshing, even if it's just different words. - Last but not least, it's a game. I'll refrain from directly talking about the current game I'm in, but some need to lighten up and recognize the Streisand Effect.
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Post by BoilerRoomBrawler on Apr 29, 2013 19:56:48 GMT -5
And the other. A bunch of theme ideas off the top of my head. And now, I'll throw out a bunch of theme ideas: Breaking Bad Mafia Clue Mafia (A clear example of that "Mini Mafia" suggestion) Cthulhu Mythos (Cult Only - No Mafia) Dexter Mafia (No Mafia. More than 1 Serial Killer + Vigilante) Dinosaur Werewolf (Players are different species of Dinosaurs and like Mesozoic beasts) Mario Mafia (This could be stupid, but random, single day power ups for Townies) Monty Python Mafia Mortal Kombat Mafia Mystery Science Theater 3000 Mafia/Warwilf (Universal Post Restriction - you must snark your way through the game) Saturday Night Live Mafia (Generalissimo Francisco Franco is opening Night Kill) Street Fighter Mafia Super Smash Bros Mafia (Either everyone has a power role, or no one does) X-Men Mafia That's all off the top of my head.
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Post by Triple H buried SnS on Apr 29, 2013 21:10:27 GMT -5
Is there a list of themes that have already been done anywhere on the forum? . Op here should have most of them ... tho likely a little out if date. I keep an up to date account of the games somewhere hidden in this thread. I may request that sawyer/zack allow me to make the next thread so that I can keep the op up to date with my stuff.. and, being mods, they could still manage it as well.
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Post by Allison Reynolds on Apr 29, 2013 21:13:20 GMT -5
I was going to ask you anyway. Yes, make it now!
*Note: Also save the first couple of posts after the OP to make room/separate things for better organization. Just a recommendation.
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