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Title: Pots' Parties: Wasteland Expeditions
Post by: Spidercat on September 14, 2012, 11:29:01 pm
Introducing Pots' Parties: Expeditions Into the Wasteland

Once or twice a week I will be launching an expedition from Shady Sands into the wasteland.  I have made a character especially for this purpose. His name is Pots.

- The goals of each expedition will be clear and quantifiable.

- All combat will be real time, not turn based.

- Expeditions will be announced ahead of time in this thread.  Afterwards I will be sure to post the results.

- Those who desire to be part of an expedition will assemble in the Shady Sands bazaar.  Pots will shout a 2 minute warning before departure.  From there the party will go to Pots' safe house for equipment and review of expedition goals and guidelines.  This will be kept as brief as possible.

- Metal armor, metal masks, and assault rifles will be supplied.  There will also be some laser rifles and miniguns available.  Each weapon will have 3 magazines worth of ammunition next to it.  You may bring your own equipment if you like, but it is in no way required.  Drugs will not be supplied, so if you need them to operate you had better be sure get high before you get there.

- All things encountered will be engaged and exterminated.  This means ants, patrols, players, mutants... everything.

- Killing or intentionally attacking others in the expedition will result in that character being disallowed on future expeditions.  An exception to this rule is if Pots yells out a character's name and TK (Team Killer).  (Example: If Spidercat is seen shooting another expedition member pots will yell "TK Spidercat TK!")   Clearly, you can waste that dude.  I am hoping this never comes up.

-  Pots will take no loot.  If extra carry space is required, then he will carry equipment on request, but not with the intention of keeping it.  Any equipment left at the safe house will be available for future expeditions.

- If Pots is killed the expedition is over.  This is not me being bitter, I just can't see wrangling 8 other strangers after a respawn.

- Pots is made for survivability, and not for damage output.  He will stay towards the rear during combat, use only single shot weapons, and try his best to stay alive for the sake of the expedition.

- After the expedition's goals have been met the survivors will be escorted back to the safe house next to Shady Sands to divvy up loot as desired by the players.  General conversation, shit talking, and any other bullshittery the survivors can think of.  They will be welcome to hang out as long as they want.

- When leaving a map after an encounter Pots will always exit to the north (up).  If there is not a north exit to the map he will exit east (right).  He will shout out a countdown starting at 5.  At zero he will enter the wasteland, and will not return for those who were too slow or were unwilling to follow.

Disclaimer:  I know this is troll heaven.  This will not keep me from starting expeditions in the future, but may bring any of them to an abrupt and early end.  Please don't show up unless you are there to have a good time and work as a team.  Also, I am under no illusion that all will make it back.  Some expeditions will almost assuredly be wiped out to the man.  Again, this will not stop me from starting expeditions in the future.  Risk is essential to adventure, and I plan on taking these expeditions directly in to the heart of danger.
 
Do you have what it takes to make your mark on the wasteland?

Come find out... if you dare!

;D

Title: Re: Pots' Parties: Wasteland Expeditions
Post by: Spidercat on September 14, 2012, 11:30:21 pm
Expedition 1:  Fuck the brotherhood.

Those ass hats at the brotherhood bunker in the southern desert need to get knocked down a peg or two.  We will be raiding their patrols to let them know that a free wasteland is a healthy wasteland. 

Goal for this expedition:  Kill a number of brotherhood combatants equal to three times the number of expedition members upon arrival to the southern tip of the desert.  At least 1 third of the prey item must be in power armor.

Departure time:  The expedition will leave from the Shady Sands bazaar Saturday, September 15 at 9pm GMT +2 (forum time).  This should be noon PST. 
Title: Re: Pots' Parties: Wasteland Expeditions
Post by: S.T.A.L.K.E.R on September 15, 2012, 01:58:03 am
lol, you need party to kill BoS patrol? They easy



Title: Re: Pots' Parties: Wasteland Expeditions
Post by: Spidercat on September 15, 2012, 03:08:52 am
Stalker, I think you may be missing the point.

But neat pics, thanks for showing them.
Title: Re: Pots' Parties: Wasteland Expeditions
Post by: Eternauta on September 15, 2012, 03:11:00 am
Very interesting, even sounds quite TLL-ish :D I will try to catch up some of those expeditions.
Title: Re: Pots' Parties: Wasteland Expeditions
Post by: Gimper on September 15, 2012, 03:29:27 am
I agree with Eter. I'm willing to join a few of these expeditions, just to see the outcome. If I like it, I may join all of them (if I'm available).
Title: Re: Pots' Parties: Wasteland Expeditions
Post by: Cari on September 15, 2012, 04:22:38 am
Don't forget to bring some 5mm AP!

Too bad I will probably be working tomorrow [it's 9 PM here CST].

This kinda stuff [although it's realtime :s] I thoroughly enjoy, I'm a hunter at heart!

So what happens when you get 9 other participants for your party? I assume then it's a first come first serve?
Title: Re: Pots' Parties: Wasteland Expeditions
Post by: Eternauta on September 15, 2012, 04:36:08 am
I don't want to force you into anything, Spidercat. But if you agree, these expeditions could be The Last Light activities, and if there are more people interested in them than the number you can lead, someone from TLL could lead the rest, and use radio channel to meet your group in encounters via distress :)

As said, it's your thing so you decide. I personally wouldn't feel offended if you said no. I'd still like to join one of your expeditions someday, as just another follower.
Title: Re: Pots' Parties: Wasteland Expeditions
Post by: Gimper on September 15, 2012, 04:39:37 am
Don't forget to bring some 5mm AP!

Too bad I will probably be working tomorrow [it's 9 PM here CST].

This kinda stuff [although it's realtime :s] I thoroughly enjoy, I'm a hunter at heart!

So what happens when you get 9 other participants for your party? I assume then it's a first come first serve?
Ah, too bad. I never knew you had a forum account Cari! lol
Title: Re: Pots' Parties: Wasteland Expeditions
Post by: Xisingr Will on September 15, 2012, 05:00:07 am
Sounds very fun, i'll come along as a medic some time  ;D
Title: Re: Pots' Parties: Wasteland Expeditions
Post by: Gob on September 15, 2012, 05:25:11 pm
@Stalker

anyone can do it against VS encounters but can you do it when its 4-5 of them against you only ?
Title: Re: Pots' Parties: Wasteland Expeditions
Post by: S.T.A.L.K.E.R on September 15, 2012, 05:47:00 pm
but can you do it when its 4-5 of them against you only ?
No stupid, why do you think I find them in VS encounters?

I can try though, but mostly patrols I find are 2 AR's and 1 avenger
Title: Re: Pots' Parties: Wasteland Expeditions
Post by: Spidercat on September 15, 2012, 09:22:05 pm
Pots' Party 1: Results...

Only 3 other wastelanders were brave enough to attempt to take the fight to the man.  They refused gear and elected to endure the fight with only the clothes on their backs and the weapons they brought with them.  Despite antagonists attempting to bring the expedition to a halt before it started with dynamite and automatic fire in the bazaar, these intrepid heroes marched to what would certainly be their doom.  The goal was to kill 12 brotherhood soldiers.  Our first encounter with the BOS was a 4 man patrol, all in power armor.  We fought valiantly, and took down one of the beasts, but with 4 underpowered adventurers... our fate was sealed.  Hopefully next time we will have more of a turn out and the participants will take the equipment offered.

Thanks to Fear, Revenant, and Malice Song for their participation.  In the face of overwhelming odds, you did not run.  Your names will echo throughout the wasteland.

Title: Re: Pots' Parties: Wasteland Expeditions
Post by: Gimper on September 16, 2012, 10:43:20 pm
Pots' Party 1: Results...

Only 3 other wastelanders were brave enough to attempt to take the fight to the man.  They refused gear and elected to endure the fight with only the clothes on their backs and the weapons they brought with them.  Despite antagonists attempting to bring the expedition to a halt before it started with dynamite and automatic fire in the bazaar, these intrepid heroes marched to what would certainly be their doom.  The goal was to kill 12 brotherhood soldiers.  Our first encounter with the BOS was a 4 man patrol, all in power armor.  We fought valiantly, and took down one of the beasts, but with 4 underpowered adventurers... our fate was sealed.  Hopefully next time we will have more of a turn out and the participants will take the equipment offered.

Thanks to Fear, Revenant, and Malice Song for their participation.  In the face of overwhelming odds, you did not run.  Your names will echo throughout the wasteland.
epic speech lol. sorry I couldn't make it. I can hopefully make the next one though.
Title: Re: Pots' Parties: Wasteland Expeditions
Post by: Spidercat on September 19, 2012, 06:39:48 am
Expedition 2: The Unity

As most worldly wastelanders know, for the last few years the Unity has been asserting their own brand of justice in and around Broken Hills.  Let them prowl the streets, but the wasteland belongs to the wastes.  We plan to help check this expansionism by raiding some of their patrols.

Goal for the expedition:  Eliminate three times as many Unity soldiers as there are members in the expedition upon arriving at the area around Broken Hills.

Departure time:  The expedition will leave from the Shady Sands bazaar Saturday, September 20 at 9pm GMT +2 (forum time).
Title: Re: Pots' Parties: Wasteland Expeditions
Post by: Spidercat on September 20, 2012, 09:29:52 pm
Pots' Party 2: Results...

We set off from the Shady Sands bazaar, slightly delayed by a rocket blast.  We lost one man on the way, but a friend of mine joined up at Broken Hills, so we numbered 6 in total.  Some brought their own kit, some geared up at the safe house.  Well armed and ready for action, we began the hunt.  We ran in to a small Unity patrol of 4 or 5 hunting some rad scorpions.  The hunters quickly became the prey!  Some sniped from far away, some got right up in their faces with miniguns.  We wiped them out with no casualties.

We continued down the road, on our way to meeting our goal of killing 18 Unity soldiers, and feeling pretty good about it.  But the next group we ran in to was a full combat squad, 8 or 9 strong! 

THERE WAS A  FIRE FIGHT!

We fought bravely, but to no avail.  We were pummeled with heavy weapons fire, and Pots went down quick.  Judging from the rockets flying through the air and muffled screams, I gather folks fought on valiantly, but it was only seconds later that a unity soldier in metal armor, and then a ghoul, were standing over me.  Then everything faded away...

All in all, much better than the last run.  We got a little farther towards goal, with a few more people.  I look forward to the next expedition.  Thanks to all who participated!  I hope you had a good time, I know I did.

Title: Re: Pots' Parties: Wasteland Expeditions
Post by: Spidercat on October 02, 2012, 09:23:01 pm
Expedition 3: Vault City is full of assholes.

Those prissy shits that hang out in their precious walled paradise all day grind my gears.  They have so much, I am sure they can afford to let us wastelanders share in their success.

Goal of this expedition: Eliminate twice as many Vault City patrol soldiers as there are members in the expedition when we arrive at the area around Vault City.

Departure Time: The expedition will leave from the Shady Sands bazaar Saturday Wednesday, October 3rd at 9pm GMT +2 (forum time).

Edit:  Oops... sorry about the mix up.  Thanks for pointing that out Crovax.  It is tomorrow.
BTW, Kev Walker is THE MAN.  Props.
Title: Re: Pots' Parties: Wasteland Expeditions
Post by: Crovax on October 03, 2012, 01:05:42 am
So is it saturday or is it tomorow? You got your date wrong.
Title: Re: Pots' Parties: Wasteland Expeditions
Post by: FrankenStone on October 03, 2012, 01:16:16 am
lets rape BOS Bunker that would be fun  :-*
Title: Re: Pots' Parties: Wasteland Expeditions
Post by: Spidercat on October 03, 2012, 06:23:27 am
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lets rape BOS Bunker that would be fun  :-*

That was the first expedition.  I plan on revisiting it after going a few other places first.  If you are looking for a challenge I was planning on taking on the enclave soon.  You may want to keep an eye out for that one.
Title: Re: Pots' Parties: Wasteland Expeditions
Post by: FrankenStone on October 03, 2012, 06:34:50 am
lets see if we can rape the captains room
Title: Re: Pots' Parties: Wasteland Expeditions
Post by: Spidercat on October 03, 2012, 09:28:16 pm
Pots' Party 3: Results...

5 intrepid souls, clad in heavy metal plating, set off from the Shady Sands bazaar towards Vault City with murder on the mind.  Upon arriving at the VC area we happened upon a major scene.  Goul crazies fighting a large band of slavers was just then being enforced on by a squad of no less than 9 vault city patrol officers!

The shooting began all at once.  The gouls and the the slavers were all dead in moments.  Everyone from our expedition fought valiantly.  Pots scored a kill himself before being overwhelmed by 5 VC soldiers.  In the end, another party wipe.  This time on the first encounter, but it was a massive encounter, so I don't feel too bad.

Thanks for those who took part! 

Next expedition will be to San Francisco to score some sweet Hubologist loot.  Rippers to the eyes, lasers to the crotch, and plasma explosions for everyone!  ;D
Title: Re: Pots' Parties: Wasteland Expeditions
Post by: Crovax on October 03, 2012, 10:26:20 pm
Damn i slept too late :/. Oh well ill try to join next time and thanks for the props.
Title: Re: Pots' Parties: Wasteland Expeditions
Post by: tanke plasma on October 03, 2012, 11:54:59 pm
Lol good stalker kill BOS good job dude lol you can kill players¿
Title: Re: Pots' Parties: Wasteland Expeditions
Post by: greenthumb on October 04, 2012, 07:08:29 am
That was the first expedition.  I plan on revisiting it after going a few other places first.  If you are looking for a challenge I was planning on taking on the enclave soon.  You may want to keep an eye out for that one.

I would like to participate in enclave event, but iam online onlz on weekends and mondays..
Title: Re: Pots' Parties: Wasteland Expeditions
Post by: Spidercat on October 08, 2012, 07:38:50 pm
Expedition 4: Religion

As I am sure we are all aware, at the core of any religion is the desire to spread it's influence as far and wide as it can.  Hubologists based in San Francisco have been prowling farther and farther from the safety of the city to confront the mercs and press gangs that frequent the surrounding urban ruins.  This is an opportunity not only to stem civilization's creep in to the wastes, but to acquire some sweet ass loot!

Goal of this expedition:  Eliminate twice as many Hubologists as there are members in the expedition when we arrive at the San Francisco Ruins.


Departure Time: The expedition will leave from the Shady Sands bazaar Tuesday, October 9th at 9pm GMT +2 (forum time).

Title: Re: Pots' Parties: Wasteland Expeditions
Post by: Spidercat on October 09, 2012, 09:50:32 pm
Pots Party 4: Results

5 Intrepid souls set off towards San Francisco with adventure in their hearts.  The trip across the hills west of Shady Sands and the great desert was only briefly interrupted by a massive pack of geckos.  After brushing that aside the party arrived with all members and the goal of 5 Hubologists was set in stone.

(https://i.imgur.com/OO646.jpg)

Things started out slowly, I think we may have arrived at prayer time, but they started showing up soon enough.  One after another, the robed men fell, as did the scum they were there battling. 

(https://i.imgur.com/Pa6MB.jpg)

All things fell to the expedition and we were a mere 1 kill away from our goal when disaster hit!  The members of the expedition became the hunted.  Men clad in combat armor showed up and took us by surprise.  At first I thought I had been struck down by some careless friendly fire.  But it became apparent that we had been murdered when a hummer pulled up to transport all the ill gotten loot.

(https://i.imgur.com/92x0W.jpg)

Thanks to all those who participated in this expedition, and congrats to those who ended it this time.  It was spectacular.  I wish we could have met our goal, but we were only 1 away, and the end was very entertaining!
Title: Re: Pots' Parties: Wasteland Expeditions
Post by: Shoutaxeror on October 09, 2012, 10:32:54 pm
Yeah, it was great !
Too bad Predator885 and some other guy raped our asses like pigrats before we could reach our goal.
Title: Re: Pots' Parties: Wasteland Expeditions
Post by: Crovax on October 09, 2012, 10:41:12 pm
I got left behind :/. I wish i had gotten a chance to be in the fight.
Title: Re: Pots' Parties: Wasteland Expeditions
Post by: Spidercat on October 09, 2012, 11:36:19 pm
Sorry about that brother, I hate to leave folks behind.  That sucks bad, but every second we delay in the bazaar is a chance for some troll to pop in and potentially end the expedition before it starts.

The way I see it, if I want more attendance I have to show consistency by following expedition rules as closely as I can.  That means leaving on time and not going back for folks.  As much as I would like to go back, I have to think of the expedition as a whole.

I hope you make it next time.  I am thinking it may finally be time to tackle... the Enclave...  8)
Title: Re: Pots' Parties: Wasteland Expeditions
Post by: Boon Lived on October 10, 2012, 08:58:05 am
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That sucks bad, but every second we delay in the bazaar is a chance for some troll to pop in and potentially end the expedition before it starts.

What about the randoms that go with you?
Someone could have called those nasty guys in, but who? Maybe you, or... you!
Or even YOU!
Title: Re: Pots' Parties: Wasteland Expeditions
Post by: Spidercat on October 10, 2012, 05:16:17 pm
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Someone could have called those nasty guys in

I am not going to lie,  I have considered that.  In fact, it is likely.  No matter, it is part of the adventure!  If a pattern emerges then, clearly, adjustments will have to be made.  Until then I will consider it as just a saucy bit of wasteland drama, a good story, if you will.
Title: Re: Pots' Parties: Wasteland Expeditions
Post by: Spidercat on October 17, 2012, 08:04:36 pm
Expedition 5: The Enclave

We intend to transverse almost the entire wasteland to topple some of the mechanical giants spotted on the west coast north of San Fransisco.  With ultimately no success thus far, this should prove to be a very challenging expedition.

Goal of this expedition:  Eliminate one enclave power armored soldier for every member of the expedition upon arrival to the west coast.

Departure Time: The expedition will leave from the Shady Sands bazaar Thursday, October 18th at 9pm GMT +2 (forum time).


Title: Re: Pots' Parties: Wasteland Expeditions
Post by: greenthumb on October 17, 2012, 08:24:50 pm
no no no, please do not go there tommorow, i wana be in but i can play only on weekend, please i beg you chenge the departure time to saturday. i can prepare good times for you there if you can wait for me :{
Title: Re: Pots' Parties: Wasteland Expeditions
Post by: Spidercat on October 17, 2012, 10:59:46 pm
Your enthusiasm is appreciated.  Perhaps I will run one on Saturday as well.
Title: Re: Pots' Parties: Wasteland Expeditions
Post by: zipoo on October 18, 2012, 08:37:29 pm
And when will you go? To SF?
Title: Re: Pots' Parties: Wasteland Expeditions
Post by: Spidercat on October 18, 2012, 09:37:04 pm
Pots Party 5: Results

One of the best and worst expeditions so far.  The best because we had 8 folks.  Nearly the max!  One of the worst because the first 4 shots of the expedition was 1 from me, and 3 killing me.  We wiped really fast! 

Thanks for those who joined up.  I would still like to take down the enclave in real time combat, but I don't want to try again for a while.  That was BRUTAL.
Title: Re: Pots' Parties: Wasteland Expeditions
Post by: greenthumb on October 18, 2012, 10:13:12 pm
you will try it on saturday dont worry you will like it :P

We will revenge your fast and BRUTAL death xD
Title: Re: Pots' Parties: Wasteland Expeditions
Post by: MormonJesus on October 19, 2012, 10:52:26 am
you will try it on saturday dont worry you will like it :P

We will revenge your fast and BRUTAL death xD

Yeah, demand a rematch with those bastards. Ill join up with greenthumb if you organize another expedition on saturday. I arrived few minutes late to NCR just as the expedition had left.
Title: Re: Pots' Parties: Wasteland Expeditions
Post by: JovankaB on October 24, 2012, 11:47:48 am
I think you could make beer drinking expedition:

1. Travel to Modoc, gather barley, hunt down some brahmin, craft waterbags and fill them with water (all in/around Modoc).
2. Travel to New Reno with the supplies and try to craft the beer for all participants (this part is particularly dangerous, because the only machine is in New Reno Commercial).
3. Go to your favorite bar in New Reno and get drunk!
Title: Re: Pots' Parties: Wasteland Expeditions
Post by: Spidercat on April 18, 2013, 10:53:32 pm
So, my schedule may allow me to start up the expeditions again.  The server only had about 70 folks on, so I decided to log on and do an impromptu Pots Party Expedition to Broken Hills to see there was enough interest in the idea and if folks were up for the challenge.  Turns out the answer is "yes" on both counts.

(https://i.imgur.com/Ot3x46B.jpg)

I started in turn based, which I have developed an appreciation for, but switched to real time after that.  For large groups real time is simple, quick, allows for combat medics, and is thrilling!

So I just wanted to thank those that came along on the hunt, and I wanted to let folks know that I planned on starting up the Pots Parties Expeditions again early next week.

I am considering the BOS, San Fran, VC patrols, Enclave, Unity, remnants of the master's army, and maybe even a trip to Ares rocket silo  :o
If you have suggestions for expedition targets you should post them here in the next few days...
Title: Re: Pots' Parties: Wasteland Expeditions
Post by: Gimper on April 18, 2013, 11:16:47 pm
Enclave, F*CK yeah!
Title: Re: Pots' Parties: Wasteland Expeditions
Post by: Rain on April 18, 2013, 11:45:01 pm
Sorry for before guys,work screwed me up!But hey,my cmbt was closed,i swear!I hot pk d by my own comrades,shame on you!  :)
Title: Re: Pots' Parties: Wasteland Expeditions
Post by: Gimper on April 19, 2013, 01:31:57 am
Sorry for before guys,work screwed me up!But hey,my cmbt was closed,i swear!I hot pk d by my own comrades,shame on you!  :)
Nah i got your stuff. I killed you and the other guy cuz you were (off) Turns out, that wasn't even the problem.. heheh..
Title: Re: Pots' Parties: Wasteland Expeditions
Post by: xsarq on April 19, 2013, 12:37:26 pm
Don`t do Ares with unskilled group. You`ll die.
We tried yesterday with random wasteland party. I think 8 normal persons or 5 higher class big gunners is a minimum for this place.
Title: Re: Pots' Parties: Wasteland Expeditions
Post by: KILL N DIE on April 22, 2013, 11:46:53 pm
for ares we need lockpicker and repair guy or science or TNT...count me in as an fighter...
Title: Re: Pots' Parties: Wasteland Expeditions
Post by: xsarq on April 23, 2013, 09:16:48 am
I Can bring Lockpicker Fast shooter (yeah its sucks on rt) with 90 carry weight So Lockpicker/Mule if you guys need it.
Title: Re: Pots' Parties: Wasteland Expeditions
Post by: TMA ModMic on April 25, 2013, 04:53:00 pm
Don`t do Ares with unskilled group. You`ll die.
We tried yesterday with random wasteland party. I think 8 normal persons or 5 higher class big gunners is a minimum for this place.

Man, we do Ares with 3-4 Guys, 1Lockpick-Tank, a Gatling-Burster and 2 BG Tanks...

o.ô

Greetings ModMic :-)
Title: Re: Pots' Parties: Wasteland Expeditions
Post by: Spidercat on April 25, 2013, 09:21:10 pm
WHELP!  I guess I am glad I used the word "may" in my previous post, because I was lucky enough to get more work this week.  For those of you interested, I will give it a go again next week.  In the meantime, feel free to post your requests or suggestions.  Ares seems to have gotten some attention.  I will have to think about that.
Title: Re: Pots' Parties: Wasteland Expeditions
Post by: Gimper on April 26, 2013, 06:35:39 pm
We need to do some enclave hunts dude. Gatling lasers ftw.
Title: Re: Pots' Parties: Wasteland Expeditions
Post by: DeputyDope on April 26, 2013, 10:46:39 pm
We need to do some enclave hunts dude. Gatling lasers ftw.

defo. then you can pvp against your own characters with the gatlings you farmed.
Title: Re: Pots' Parties: Wasteland Expeditions
Post by: KILL N DIE on April 28, 2013, 10:49:25 pm
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Title: Re: Pots' Parties: Wasteland Expeditions
Post by: KILL N DIE on April 28, 2013, 10:49:53 pm
Today we finaly made Ares trip...
(http://imageshack.us/a/img809/4959/screen20130428170855.jpg)