TOPIC: Token Phobia

It is wrong to tip the vessel of knowledge. Let us meditate on this.  <br /><br />I know at least 2 people should get that.  =D

It depends on the token, some may be re-used as treasure, others will probably be destroyed, somehow (obviously not burning anymore).<br /><br />That issue falls under the "we'll cross that bridge when we get there" category.

It's too bad that the chippie tokens are not in different colors for each rarity because all those unwanted return chippies can become true poker chips at that point

<br />It is wrong to tip the vessel of knowledge. Let us meditate on this.  <br /><br />I know at least 2 people should get that.  =D<br />

<br />DD are you threatening to boot some head if they pry to far?

Thanks all for replying to my question regarding consumable tokens.<br /><br />To clarify my initial post, in regards to "one-shot" items such as Potions and Scrolls, the idea being tossed around was that the token be marked in some way and then returned to the player for collecting uses only. (Shame on those who would consider trying to use them again!) <br /><br />Unfortunately, I don't see a practical way to do this [without using power tools and the resulting image of dueling DMs...]<br /><br />Poker chips? Hmm, hadn't thought to use them that way. So far, I've considered chuking them at disruptive players as a "gentle reminder". With a little practice, you can get a good arc and the token's weight leaves a "lasting impression". <br /><br /><br />

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<br />It is wrong to tip the vessel of knowledge. Let us meditate on this.  <br /><br />I know at least 2 people should get that.  =D<br />

<br />DD are you threatening to boot some head if they pry to far? <br />

<br /><br />You too shall be honored with a lesson.  =D<br /><br />

I'm not certain there is a good way, or good reason, to mark off the one-shot items to return them to the players.<br /><br />If, however, a company wanted to do such a thing, they could use a black-light marker and mark the tokens such that the marking wouldn't show up in normal room lighting.  Such tokens could then be checked in the dungeon with either a hand-held black-light, or perhaps a black light mounted near the head of a combat board or something like that.<br /><br /><br />JKW

The rule has been passed - the DM Guides and Training has been updated...<br /><br />Consumed items are to be KEPT by TD DMs.  (this includes when a Wand or item has used the last BOX on the token.)<br /><br />Like it or lump it - that is the rule and hopefully it is one easily and consistently enforced.

Personally I like that tokens are taken from the player when they are used.  I think its a good trade off of risk vs. reward.  Tokens are not grossly expensive and as it has been shown that they are not necessary to complete an adventure.  If you wish to use something that will greatly increase your ability then there has to be a penalty for such act.

As for throwing them at disagreeable players.. A vision comes to mind....<br /><br />*clouds roll in.... clouds....clou....oh forget it!!*<br /><br />Cant have a fantasy future with out those funky clouds!!<br /><br />Who has the coulds!!<br /><br />*Sigh*<br />Joe the Barbarian thug from smartA$$ville, sees the bucket in room one "Hey whats those tokens for?"<br /><br />DM "Well those are for throwing at a player's that don't listen or follow rules." <br /><br />Joe "Really?!?" :violent1:<br /><br />*Joe hits DM!*<br /><br />Joe "Can you throw that platinum at me please?"<br /><br />DM *Gets up from the floor* "No it is random I just grab one and throw at you!"<br /><br />*Joe hits DM again*<br /><br />DM "What was that for?"<br /><br />Joe "Sorry I was just improving my chances of getting the one I need to complete my set of plats!"<br /><br />_{Please don't think that I think that this would happen! I was bored and this was the perfect way to await my tokens that should arrive today or tomorrow!}

Rats - Rozwel beat me to it!<br /><br />Joyus, I have learned my lesson - not a single one of us can defeat you.  SO WE'LL HAVE TO GANG UP ON YOU - GET HER, GUYS!<br /><br /><br />RE: the actual post.  I like that players have to turn in used tokens.  Makes the decision on whether or not to use them more significant.<br />

<br />Rats - Rozwel beat me to it!<br /><br />Joyus, I have learned my lesson - not a single one of us can defeat you.  SO WE'LL HAVE TO GANG UP ON YOU - GET HER, GUYS!<br /><br />

<br />*boot to the head* <br /><br />Now let us join the body back with the mind as we gaze into the heart of the candle.<br /> =D<br /><br />Brian I love that I can quote something and that I can count on you to run with it. *smiles*