The NOTW Information Thread

[Autolycus]

I could have sign-ups ready by this weekend and try to start end of next week, if there isn't anyone else.

 

[Verarde]

Would that be "Only The Strong?"

 

[Autolycus]

It would be planned to be, but if I don't get enough sign-ups I'd do a slightly different one.

 

[Takhisis]

That'd be good.

 

[Dreadnought]

The Doom Project: Episode I​

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Dear Operative,

You have been selected as a possible candidate to perform as a representative of the Dresden Organization of Operative Mercenaries in the services of an anonymous customer. Due to the client's request, all information pertaining to the mission is to remain secret at the discretion of the Organization; as such, we cannot forward you specific contract information until you present your non-binding interest to serve in the aforementioned capacity. Please express your interest to serve by reporting to your corporate officer.

Because we have the utmost confidence in your ability to perform to D.O.O.M. standards, you have been pre-selected from a large pool of possible applicants for this mission. We have high hopes for this contract; due to our Organization standards and the customer's interests, we can only present the most elite of operatives to serve in this mission. You know what is expected of you.

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Corporate.
Please do not respond to this email.

The Dresden Organization of Operative Mercenaries: Ability, Efficiency, Anonymity.​

The Dresden Organization of Operative Mercenaries is the premier private military corporation in the world. Our operatives are selected from the most elite of application pools, and we only chose the best of the best to serve our clients. Due to our strict adherence to our company motto, our group as often times been selected by contractors to fulfill missions of an ... interesting .. character. Whether it be in the jungles of the Amazon, or the frigid Arctic winters of Norway, our operatives always focus on the fulfillment of the contract, no matter who -- or what -- stands in their way.

For any greenhorns in the organization, fear not! We would not have accepted your application, had we not the ultimate faith in your abilities. There are many paths you can choose to take to victory, but do not worry -- all roads lead to Rome…

…or do they?

Beware: things are not as they appear to be.

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Host: Dreadnought
Number of Players: 13. May increase or decrease pending final ruleset.
Progress: 75%

 

[choxorn]

Is that a Mafia Game, or a NOTW Game?

 

[Verarde]

I dunno. Seems to me like it's more of a Small Mafia game. We haven't had a M-NOTW in a while.

 

[Takhisis]

I believe mine was one of, if not the last.

 

[Zack]

There have only been a few.

 

[Dreadnought]

Is that a Mafia Game, or a NOTW Game?

I dunno. Seems to me like it's more of a Small Mafia game. We haven't had a M-NOTW in a while.

To be frank, it started out as a Mafia, but the roles and setting evolved to the point that a NOTW-classification is also relevant.

I don't mind classifying it as one or the other.

 

[Dreadnought]

Update:

The DOOM Project: Episode I
Host: Dreadnought
Number of Players: 17.
Progress: 90%.

 

[Seon]

Doooooom.

 

[Takhisis]

We get big fooking guns!

 

[Dreadnought]

The Mission is On.​

Link to video.
Check it out in 1080p HD!

Enlist by 2359 Hours on June 16, 2012 to have your username and avatar featured in the Launch Movie Trailer!1​

Spoiler :

-- What is the Doom Project?

A NOTW-themed game away from the FFH universe, featuring a mix of supernatural, horror, and sci-fi themed encounters. Combines the playstyle and rules of a Mafia game with an engrossing and mysterious setting.

-- What's the basic premise?

There are two distinct groups, or entities, in the game. The BLUFOR team consists of heavily armed and highly trained elite mercenaries. Hailing from the Dresden Organization of Operative Mercenaries, they are deployed to fulfill a specific mission objective. For most purposes, members of the BLUFOR team can be considered Townies.

The OPFOR team(s) usually, but not necessarily, consist of supernatural or fantastic enemies working against the mercenary team. For most purposes, members of an OPFOR team can be considered scum.

The game will consist of typical Day and Night phases, with the associated role actions and lynches that are a staple of Mafia/NOTW gameplay. The current number of expected players is nineteen (19), though that number may increase or decrease depending on player numbers.

-- What makes it special?

A wide variety of factors combine to make the game experience worthwhile. This game features an explorable world (referred to as the "Mission Zone") where the players can find items, discover meaningful plot devices, and unravel the mystery of the mission.

Team roles, items, and storyline clues combine to make every player feel worthwhile. There is no "vanilla townie" role here.

-- How do we know it'll be balanced?

Numerous playtests, as well as cooperative rule and gameplay mechanic reviews, have been used to balanced the game. The game has "evolved" in at least three significant ways since the idea was formulated.

The teams and roles for the game are guaranteed to be distributed randomly among the players.

-- The video shows a wide variety of different enemies/factions in the video. How can there be one game with so many different types of enemies?

The game focuses on one supernatural plot focus, and thus one distinct type of fantasy-based situation. The wide girth of fictional monsters used in the video are for promotional purposes only, to display the possible types of situations the players may face.

I'm being purposefully vague here. Part of the fun is the storyline.

-- When does it launch?

It depends on the ebb and flow of the forum; the expected launch date of the game is July 10, 2012.

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-- Every day being Lynch or Lose sounds too tough for the town...

That line was deliberate hyperbole to foster excitement and create a sense of suspense and intrigue for the viewer.

1: Minimum of five (5) signups required to fulfill this offer. PM signups would be preferable to posted ones. The right is reserved to extend, waive, or contract the deadline based on individual or general situations.

 

[Verarde]

Should signups begin for the next NOTW game? I see four in the OP, plus Dreadnought's game. Who's going next?

 

[Dreadnought]

Should signups begin for the next NOTW game? I see four in the OP, plus Dreadnought's game. Who's going next?

I'd certainly bow to someone else's game first!

I only listed mine because the others didn't seem to be ready yet/the thread was growing cobwebs.

 

[Dreadnought]

I am going to wait several days to make sure no one else wants to mod a NOTW game.

That being said, I'm going to open signups on June 17. Thus,

If you wish to have your username and avatar listed among the starring cast in the upcoming Launch Movie Trailer, reserve your spot in the game before 23:59 Hours on June 16, 2012!
Please reserve via PM.​

I have more early signups than I anticipated, which means I won't advertise this option very much. I don't want to leave anyone out, however.

 

[Seon]

Is it two thousand three hundred and fifty nine hours, or 23:59 hours?



Reserving.

 

[Dreadnought]

Is it two thousand three hundred and fifty nine hours, or 23:59 hours?



Reserving.

Edited just for you, my friend!

 

[JohannaK]

I want a role as well!