Acquisitions Incorporated - PAX Prime 2014 D&D Game
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 1 ก.ย. 2014
- Watch in awe and amusement as Jerry Holkins, Mike Krahulik, Scott Kurtz, and Morgan Webb of Acquisitions Inc. wade once more into almost certain doom, courtesy of Dungeon Master extraordinaire, Chris Perkins. When we left our heroes at PAX East 2014, they had infiltrated the ruins of Dragonspear Castle and liberated some bronze dragon eggs before coming face to face with the thieves - two green dragons. Now they face off against those foes as well as the Cult of the Dragon in the conclusion to this Tyranny of Dragons Acquisitions Inc adventure!
** Spoilers Ahead! Stop reading now if you want to be surprised! **
Cast
Omin Dran - Played by Jerry Holkins
Jim Darkmagic - Played by Mike Krahulik
Binwin Bronzebottom - Played by Scott Kurtz
Môrgæn - Played by Morgan Webb
Viari - Played By Patrick Rothfuss
The Dungeon Master - Played by Chris Perkins
Intro Voiceover and Animation- Kris Straub - เกม
If you have giant's strength for more than 4 hours, contact your druid.
I love that Chris very, very clearly only walked through the steps of working out and giving Binwin cover out of spite, purely knowing it would do nothing to help. It's glorious!
Player: *rolls a die*
Crowd: *looses their shit*
God I love D&D
Viari is actually one of my favorite characters ever.
+TCCflow He's really good at manipulating what a DM like Chris wants out of him though, too. Probably doesn't hurt he's a creative mind like an author or whatever but he gets away with all the cool shit he wants, to comic effect as well I might add. (I love Viari as well but as a player myself I really appreciate the cool shit he thinks of to do in character, but even still, Chris lets him get away with a LOT, and nobody notices that same thing more or comments on it more than Scott Kurtz, who is my absolute favorite).
+voteZDLR He gets away with it because he is so creative, plus his skills tend to back up what he can do.
JacksonDubyaC Yeah, well he's a writer. D&D has churned out lots of actors, directors and writers, and he's no exception. I think there's a reason it's so well connected to creative industries and creative people. But yeah Chris just loves seeing his players do amazing shit, which is why Viari gets away with literally just about anything he wants. It doesn't hurt he's a rogue, too, who you would expect nothing less than him swinging from chandeliers and swashbuckling etc. lol
i think he's a bard multiclassed into rogue or vice versa
You can see on his sheet it says "7th level Rogue" and "Sneak Attack 4D6" which you get as a level 7-8 Rogue, so at least at this point he is a pure rogue.
Anyone else agree with me in saying that this could make a great tv series i mean they air live Poker tournaments on tv I can easily seeing people watching a group of people go through a quest as we watch them take the risks of rolls or different actions and if they're as funny as the 5 of them, we could just as easily have plenty of fun mid game banter as well
If it had a good DM like Chris Perkins for example,it would be absolutely amazing!
... why would you want it on TV? DnD casts fit perfectly were they are now ^^ life play on a stream or at an event and afterwards uploaded on the streamingsite or youtube
imo TV would only take something away since there cant be any fan/chat/crowd interaction on TV (aka no "GREEN FLAME" and so on ^^)
drizzt7dourden7 Do it in front of a live audience. Maybe make it participatory in some way.
drizzt7dourden7 I think the hope is for more frequent content.
you may want to look for itmeJP's rollplay show, it is kind of what you described (xept on youtube instead of TV)
Binwins jab at Patric Rothfus taking his sweet time finishing the king killer chron is amazing! best joke of the session!
i dont want to put pat on blast here, but the joke still holding up, kinda hurts.
"I'm not a bard ,bards are wankers"
Written 2 books about what is in everything but name a Bard.
I can't stop re watching these videos.
Still here, enough said
On Patrick's character sheet, his bond is listed as "I will become a vested member of AI"
That is my real life bond.
The bald Cleric guy had to pray to God to climb a fucking roap, and Viari just sort of flopped his way through the most successful turn ever
I strive in my life to experience the same level of utter joy, wonder, and amazement as Jerry Holkins' at 31:27 when Chris brings the airship out for the players. As a player and writer, I've always loved creating fantastic worlds in my head and on paper, and seeing these come to life is magical. As a DM, I can also imagine how incredible Perkins felt when he incited that level of amazement and wonder in the players and audience. It's amazing to be able to explore amazing and magical worlds as a player, but it's far more rewarding to be able to give someone else that experience. Way to go, Perkins, way to go.
I hope they play as this 5 man party next year. They are all great together and IMO this was one of the best, if not the best, PAX AI session.
Its actually really appropriate considering there are 5 types of Chromatics too. The '5 heads are better than one'' joke work really well to since the end boss of this campaign is Tiamat, Goddess of the Chromatics and a 5-headed Dragon.
I actually hope they play as 6 man, including the sister of Omin Dran.
***** or you know an eladrin intern could be chillin in balders gate... just sayin
Oh no doubt it was the best.
lionclaw125
I want Will back as well. Didn't like Morgan...At all.
Scott Kurtz was on fire in this episode! He was funny as hell too! :)
at the last minute, I jump up.
What color fire?
Never before have I seen a DM look more smug before a game, love you Chris, you are epic and glad that you seem to know it :D
"If I were thrown clear, would it look awesome?" Patrick Rothfuss is amazing haha
RP over System Mastery every time lol
You know how you sometimes get songs stuck in your head? Right now I've got Scott Kurtz going "Double axe to the baaack" going round and round in my head...
Re-re-rewatching in 2021 and still loving it! O-G trio.
I'm here in 2023 ?õțĥĕŕ£üçƙęř 🎉🎉🎉
46:39 Patrick gold!
These have always been kind of dodgily cut, and this one's no exception (which is fine! This is the live footage!). This year is the best, though, and whoever said "Cut to camera X, zoom on Pat's face!" was a genius.
Dice cam was a great addition too. Listening to the audience react to rolls you couldn't see must have been... emotional?... to anyone sitting at that table.
The d4s with the numbers on the bottom were standard back in the day. I used to pick them up and read the bottom on the side my thumb was on. Now, they all have the number on top - where it belongs - and I've started to think I was imagining it. This video confirmed my memory. Thanks! Lol...
Chris Perkins is like the coolest fuckin' dude I ever met.
Big fan of Morgan Webb since her days on G4. Attack of the Show and X-Play are missed greatly.
Just seeing her on tv everyday was great
1:43:20
"Oh wait...isn't... aren't they plans that don't work together?"
In this (or any) Acq Inc. recording, I don't know if there's a question that is that simultaneously sincere and hilarious.
21:20 "The dwarf jumps up" is a plan I've NEVER heard before....
46:40 definitely one of the best parts of the whole game, the expression says it all
was looking for that part, thank you very much!
1:19:50 is one of my all time favorite moments in this series. I’ve come back to it for years! Always makes me laugh. “Sure, whatever number you want!”
Please don’t send my wife those pictures
Can't believe that this was 7 years ago.
2:45
That surprise round KILLS me every time
eh?... eeehhh?....
I'll just be sitting in the corner now...
I get it!
So, last time they decided to not do too much and just sit around and RP it because they thought they were being too over-the-top or something... And THEN... this happened. And it was amazing. I love the way Chris DMs the group and they all had me laughing the whole time. As always, I can't wait for the next adventure! I hope they do it at PAX South!!
"we haven't chosen a date yet but we ARE engaged"
Genius.
2023 and STILL this podcast gives me happies :)
1:19:51 Scott cracks me up reacting to Patrick's turn. holy shit LOL
Scott was the only one with the sense to call him out
I still come back to that exact moment year after year. It never gets old.
i just stumbled across this somehow i dont even play D&D but it was the most enjoyable thing ive watched as a game and the props are insane what a great imagination the creator has, well done to all of you, you are all very entertaining, keep up the good work. GREEN FLAME :D
I charge the dragon. -Binwin Bronzebottom
Am I like the only person who actually likes Viari more then Aeofel?
Definitely not, I like Viari a lot better!
I like both as characters and even more in other shows. But Pat cannot be beaten in my opinion, and the Bard/Rouge gives much more play than an elf full of hate.
Pat may be a worse board player (always looking for unexisting bonuses, or passing an acrobatics check with a one) But he does now how to tell a story, he has the ability to talk over any circumstance. Much more fun in a live show, maybe less if playing w/ him
I love Viari, eggs deep!
Don't worry man, I do as well. Wheaton is lovely individual, but Rothfuss knows his shit. The man puts Viari's personal appearance above all else, constantly: "Will I look cool?" Honestly, he's the best D&D player I've ever witnessed.
CPTHAP I'd love to have a D&D session with Rothfuss! The man is golden with gaming! Loved his bit on TableTop with Lords of Waterdeep :D
As a side note, props and outfits, especially the one being worn by Chris Perkins, were great :D
Hands down best session I've seen from them. Gotta hand it to Morgan she was very helpful. Everybody did great. Can't wait till the next session
I really enjoyed this, they are all such legends. And i agree with what someone else said, i'm kind of on foot in the nerdy world one foot out, and the most amazing thing about D&D is that people don't posture or pretend, they are just unabashedly themselves and I love it.
"Double axe to the back!"
this one was hilarious. can't wait for the one coming soon.
Everyone single one of these either scott or mike make a joke that isn't really funny but they will always share a look like an old married couple that have a really exclusive sense of humour. i love it.
I love them the most!!
I'm really enjoying the adventures of Acquisitions Inc. and the special guests! Each year it appears that they raise the stakes and quality even more so. Just watching these sessions and listening to the various podcasts has reignited my passion for the game.
On the subject of Wil Wheaton: he was a bit distracting at times, however he added some great role-playing moments to the games. I take offense to the clearly butthurt Trek fans who hurl personal attacks against him in the comments. Grow the hell up and be a productive member of society. The show ended twenty years ago (if you don't count the movies), yet people still hold a grudge against Mr. Wheaton for allegedly defiling their precious television program with his presence.
Not a trekky
Just think wheaton is a pill
Wow~! This one was the best one in a WHILE. 2013 game was up there with the sheer amount of awesome stuff but this one felt like an actual table top game. Sad that it took the previous session to set up such an amazing session but this one was off the chain.
Also, amazing reveal there in the middle top tier for sure. 110% amazing.
ahh.. i've been watching all the AI's from pax over and over... it's like a nugget of humanity free from politics, greed, hostility, and anger... love being a nerd... the very best people.
Kinda feel like you read my mind just then! I couldn't agree more!
100% agree
you should listen to the podcast! Even more content!
Double axe to the back!
Love these things. Its awesome to see something I used to play being enjoyed like this--I remember getting picked on so hard just because on the weekends I enjoyed gaming. This bring back some awesome memories. :)
Dice camera is an amazing idea
he can never reference the time he killed two dragons without bringing up axing the sister in the back now
I cannot even begin to express how happy these live games have made me. Every year I am delighted to hear about the new PAX D&D game. It's like a holiday to me. I'm sure this will get buried, but thank you so much for continuing these games.
This is the first time I have commented on TH-cam. I have watched all of the D&D videos for the past 6 years. I was absolutely amazed by Chris and all of the Characters. Games like this are why I love D&D!
I already watched it on twitch but I came here to like it and Comment!
Chris Perkins the best DM ever has to have his own TV show wow wow wow
+TheOuterLimits Omg, that would be amazing!!
He kinda will, they are making an acq inc series on the penny arcade tv channel. It's supposed to come out in June!!!
I always look forward to these, they just keep getting better and better, well done guys!
"When is it's the ship's turn?" Lmao, so many great moments in this session! I wish they'd do like a every other month thing for this xD I wanna know what happens next!
Chris *was* being weirdly nice to Pat
Man has that ship stayed in the harbor! :D
This is probably one of the best D&D games I've seen so far... and I've seen alot of these Acquisitions here on youtube,
and this one, is by far! the best one.. I mean waow.. honestly.. waoow.. I'm lost for words here..
That moment Patrick walked out and the crowed went nuts, awesome :D
I love the DM's throne!!!
Episode 1 of the Acquisitions Incorporated Series just came out. Go check it out in the PennyArcadeTV channel
Never played D&D in my life but I still love watching this every year
I was waiting for this! Thank you!
Let the marathon begin!
Inspiration grants you an advantage when acting in character.
I wonder who that could have helped before.
Maybe, SOMEONE NAMED AEOFEL!
I know it's a new feature.
+Robert Paulson Some games were nice. Nobody can be great every time. He is not so like that on his channel.
+Robert Paulson too much attention is for certain, aofell was supposed to be with acquisition incorporated all the time. the only real problem with wil wheaton, is that when it comes to gaming, hes a fucking sore loser. i mean come on, he died and he took it personnally for like 3 years in a row. nah wil is a cool guy, but a fucking sore loser. hes too competitive for his own good at that point.
Best Acq Inc so far!
Critical hit rules have changed? Starter set / PHB says toll the damage dice twice, then add modifiers, Chris is using Max damage plus an additional die roll.
Mistake or did I miss an update post release?
GREEN FLAME!!
It was just a house rule, no one was caught up on current rules. Basically, they were using older playtest rules for crits, which personally, I think are better.
Fifth Edition. Yes it changed. To be fair Normal damage was up-scaled a bit.
Mitchell Schofield Actually as of fifth Edition its an official change. Max+Roll.
XDependent
I am speaking directly about 5th editioni XDependent. If you check out the "5th" edition starter set and PHB, both state roll damage dice twice then add modifiers.
Scott Manwell Who cares he DMs his way and does a great job. Lets not be rule sharks.
Love how you took your time to number theese episodes
Took me this long to start watching these shows, and now it's absorbing all my free time. Lol. Excellent game!
When they said a familiar face...
I was hoping against hope for an Aeofel appearance.
I was not, and thank the gawds Wil didn't make an appearance. Why? Because to be a successful actor, one is expected to be the main focus... This is contrary to the "party" concept. If Wil Wheaton was there, I am afraid he would feel that he had to be the star. Then I'm not sure the contributions of the rest of AI would be recognized.
Tazz EightSixFour I can sense Scott's annoyance with Will in some of the early games. Will had to stand up every five minutes and toy fight with Chris. He was only fun when there wasn't a crowd to show off too.
Yes, I enjoyed Will in the podcasts, but not live....
Dom Mazza
People read too much into it. They did those podcasts for quite a while but these PAX shows aren't really their main thing but more of a fun project. I would think Wil started on several other projects and couldn't go on with the podcasts so they started inviting other people.
I kind of like all the people. They are average, they are different, they just have a good fun time. The last bit is what actually makes it enjoyable.
***** How can you believe that Wil does well as a team player? He was taking every chance he could get to play (unnecessarily...) to the crowd in the PAX games....
46:39 made my night
Great intro, love the nostalgic feel and lots of humor in it! A+!!
I love every single one of these, look forward to them ever year.
Thank you ProJared, this is awesome
For what? Banging Holly Conrad?
Patrick's face at 46:40 is priceless!
you can see his thoughts were on drinking cocktails on a breezy summer day aboard the airship being waited on by beer robots, sylphs & dryads
That was great. I hang out for this game every year and this one was by far the best one yet. Well done.
Yet again the story was told. A magnificent and legendary story with heroes and a dwarf. It was a glorious ride and I'm glad it is shared.
Lmao the only reason acquisitions inc keeps coming back is because Chris takes every chance he can get to cosplay something hilarious
He fucking loves it
So I haven't been paying attention to the years on each video but I just realized this is the last one till next year I'm a little heartbroken I've enjoyed the series for the past 4 days now
Wow holy cow, you completely scored awesomeness with the flash animation recap and the custom gear :D
By far the best one of these yet and that is saying something.
I would kill for whole campaigns animated like that.
Jim Darkmagic - Binwin BronzeBottom #bromance
Finally got through the whole thing and I loved it! So much fun! :)
i love you guys and the fact that its 2014 and people are loving d&d
I was hoping aofel would make a comeback. But viari is awesome too lol
Fuck yeah baby, costumes are back!
Damn I missed it for 16 Days that a new one came out. Time to get my popcorn and cola out. I love this!
Oh my God, when Viari and the Acq. Inc. ship came out, I was so happy.
I also like how they did the "top-down" view for the die rolls.
Gregg Majikas
that camera work was genius. i hope they continue with that
Alright headset warning around 14:36 so watch out.
I thought I needed to see a doctor
Came to the comments JUST to see if I needed a doctor. lol
Saint Ronan What happens?
GuitarTheGuitar an evil feedback
Saint Ronan You mean that wasnt my occasional tinnitus?
Double Axe to the Back!
This is so awesome. I would love to play a game with Chris Perkins.
Awesome as always, can't wait until next year :D!!!
guess they dont get that corp policy around illusions set up.....2015...poor jeff
I was hoping that familiar face was wil...
I was thinking that, too
i had hoped that as well but Patrick Rothfuss is almost as awesome :D
don't laugh but i though it was mister stinky
I think everyone was
ouroborosi
That would almost have been acceptable.
This will always be my favorite episode.
For those wondering about Wil Wheaton and Aeofel:
Chris Perkins has said he wants Wil back at the table, and hopes they can bring him back in the future when schedules allow.
Perkins said that on Twitter. Yes, he's finally on Twitter now.
awwww yiissss
Considering how morgæn left, I really want to see the two of them working together (maybe for the other sister), and they convince Viari to join them, and then it's 3v3 with the interns vs the originals.
Morgaen didn't leave. Perkins confirmed she was around, but Webb herself wasn't available to attend the game.
Obviously Patrick knows what's in the poop folder...
lmfao, if you watch closely after Morgan calls her crit roll there is a flash of the Illuminati symbol... hilarious
+Richard Jones Lol, holy shit I never noticed that.
+Richard Jones Time?
+Jeff 51:38
+taylorac2 TY!
Jeff NP
Good job Acquisitions Inc. I loved every second of it. And as always nice work Chris and WOTC staff getting everything together.
I wanna play d&d with this group . . they have so much fun! also Morgan is beautiful!
"Would it look awesome?"
I miss the early days of Acq Inc. Play this crew but bring back Aoefel as well! Come on, Wil! One more time!
That Was EPIC!!!
Definitely the best thus far.
I was so happy to see Viari come back.
how does Jim not have permanent Inspiration?
Because it all goes to Vari