Trickster Mafia Sign-Up Thread

[Kurt]

I got impatient, so sign-up thread is going up...now!

This is my third Mafia game here in APW, and I've decided to go with an original theme over a specific TV show/book/etc.. Trickster Mafia essentially encompasses characters that follow the "trickster" archetype in literature/film/ and so on. Here's the definition of a trickster:

"As their name suggests, tricksters love to play tricks on other gods (and sometimes on humans and animals). But perhaps the best definition of a trickster is the one given by Lewis Hyde: 'trickster is a boundary-crosser'. By that, he means that the trickster crosses both physical and social boundaries-- the trickster is often a traveller, and he often breaks societal rules. Tricksters cross lines, breaking or blurring connections and distinctions between 'right and wrong, sacred and profane, clean and dirty, male and female, young and old, living and dead'.

Now let me warn you ahead of time: This game, while following the traditional Mafia format, is different than any game run in APW thus far. While my first game (SAW Mafia) was based on reluctant teamwork, and my second game (LA Noire Mafia) was based on confusion, this game is based on...well, trickery! You *could* consider it a bastard game (ask if you don't know what that is), but I wouldn't say it's as harsh. If you really want to see for yourself, sign-up!

Also, I'm looking for a co-mod, really just to check my set-up when it's finalized, and to time-stamp deadlines if I'm not around. That's really it, as I can handle write-ups and whatnot. PM me if you're interested.

Looking for 16 players, but 12 will suffice. Sign-ups close on August 30th, at 10 PM EST! I need the full time to finish my set-up, so think on it. So...

Are you ready to be tricked?

Sign-ups
1. TJ
2. CJ
3. ManicJ
4. L1J
5. CallahanJ
6. TmarvJ
7. JamesVJ
8. Nick WatsonJ
9. BladeJ
10. RaabJ

[The Soul Of Philly]

First

[C.J. Gates]

Might as well toss me into this one!

[Reaver]

im gonna sit this one out but plz tell me ur doing this to piss off kris? LOL :-p <3

[Kris]

Aug 23, 2012 11:33:04 GMT -4 Reaver said:

im gonna sit this one out but plz tell me ur doing this to piss off kris? LOL :-p <3

Fucking clowns.

[[ManiC]]

In.

[Level-Two]

Inzo.

[[ManiC]]

Also; bastard game?

[Michael Callahan]

God I hope there's a Captain Spaulding role and if so, I want that jazz. Sign me the F up.

[T-Marv]

I'm packed till wednesday, but I'll be in.

[Michael Callahan]

I like what you're doing here KurtJ.

[Michael Jennings]

In

[The Soul Of Philly]

Whats a bastard game exactly?

[Kurt]

Meant to answer that before. I will now.

A bastard game is essentially a game where deception plays into the set-up more than a normal game. This may be accomplished through various ways...

A. The moderator lies to you about your role (http://wiki.mafiascum.net/index.php?title=False)

B. Roles may contain deceptive information (Ex: Death Miller).

C. Inconvenient Roles are used (suicidal/voteless townies).

There's more to it, but that's the main idea. However, I set this game up with the idea without some of the more frustrating elements of a bastard game. There are more scenarios designed to test your trust level/reasoning abilities, opposed to scenarios where I straight-up lie to you.

For more info: wiki.mafiascum.net/index.php?title=Bastard_Mod

[The Soul Of Philly]

Oh, I'm so in that i'm

IN

[Level-Two]

Yeah, I am not the biggest fan of these set ups but Kurt Noble is the probably one of the best game mods around so I am sure he'll make it work. I'm excited!

[Nick Watson]

I'm in. I haven't done one in a while and after missing a few of the bigger ones, I suppose being able to come home after work, and have some fun with the rest of the group would help me relax more.

[T-Marv]

I'm hurt Kurt... I said I'd be In, and yet my name is no where on the list.

I'm crying now.... good job.

[A.C. Smith]

Gonna be sitting this one out to put the finishing touches on my game. Looking forward to watching from afar, though.

[Kurt]

Aug 25, 2012 8:39:39 GMT -4 T-Marv said:

I'm hurt Kurt... I said I'd be In, and yet my name is no where on the list.

I'm crying now.... good job.

I see my psychological intimidation was successful...

Or I'm just forgetful. Fixed now. ;D

[T-Marv]

By the way... I love JamesVJ.... that sounds like the most awesome Indian ever. Next time I dial tech support, if James VeeJay doesn't answer, I'm gonna cry.

[Metrodamus]

I'll co-mod for you Kyle.

[Kurt]

We're more than halfway through the sign-up period. Hoping to get a few more players!

[Blade]

If Metro is co modding, ill play

[Lord Raab]

Alright I try this game again and try to contribute more this time. Count me in.

[Kurt]

Well, it's passed the time I said! Been a week now.

I was hoping for more players, but it is what it is I suppose. James, I'm gonna send you my set-up soon, with what I think need to be cut for balancing. The game should hopefully start before the weekend ends. I'll be on the lookout for any last minute players.

[President Jeff]

Sign me up Kurt

[Kurt]

I apologize for the slowness for this to start. I've been absolutely swamped with work and school, to the point that I'm really not even checking APW except for brief glances once a day. I promise I will get this situated asap. Sorry for the wait. :/

[Kurt]

I am, regrettably, going to cancel this game.

I foolishly maintained the idea I would be able to keep up my summer status quo...but if my total lack of feedback, lacking board presence, and among others things are any indicator, I just can't do it. Between working, school, and keeping my relationship with my girlfriend healthy, I barely have enough time to RP...and Mafia is definitely behind that. It'll be a significant amount of time until I could find the time to officially set up the game, and I doubt I would be able to properly mod it.

I'm sorry about the wasted time. If whoever is next would like to set up their game, use this list, whatever, go right ahead. Again, sorry guys.