Halfling13 Hobbies

Something about nothing – a collection of miscellaneous hobbies

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  • RPG gaming schedule

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    Halfling13

    No update this weekend for the Pathfinder game (we are about to start Chapter 3 of Rise of the Runelords), due to our efforts with the kitchen.  The next scheduled game is set for March 26 at 2 PM, where I hope to potentially be able to stream the session, but will definitely be able to capture a video of the game board and audio from the session. This coming weekend I have our alternative group, with our long-standing group, continuing the other Pathfinder campaign (WWII soldiers lost in time in a Pathfinder-setting). Sometime in between, I owe George a…

  • Less than satisfied with my camera

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    Halfling13

    So I received the video camera I had ordered a few days ago – if you recall, this was a bargain basement option, to provide the basic ability to video gaming, crafting, and other activities.  As such, I ordered the cheapest camcorder I could locate on Amazon, while still hoping to meet the various needs, the Seree HDV-515.

  • Trees!

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    Halfling13

    When you game, assuming you use a battlemat or tile system, how do you typically handle trees when the group is adventuring in a forest?  In my case, on a blank battlemat, I either draw a rough line to indicate the edge of the forest and define one side as clear, and the other as difficult, or simply declare the entire map forest.  I used to try to draw out the trees themselves, either with rough circles for the branch limits, or with large dots for the space of the trunks.  In general though, neither method really worked – it…

  • Video software

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    Halfling13

    After my post yesterday, I ended up spending a significant amount of time researching video editing software.  Certainly if I am going to start filming activities, projects, and games, I will need a means to efficiently process and edit, and post them for viewing.  Of course, since my website receives practically no traffic, I also don’t have a budget for any of the expensive but more common tools.

  • Video content to return

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    Halfling13

    Been wanting to resume streaming and YouTube videos, specific to gaming activities, wood crafting, and other miscellaneous projects.  I actually have a small number of existing videos, from the time frame of my prior website presence, but have not had the opportunity or means to create additional content.  Almost all of my gaming these days is live rather than computer based, so I need a camera to record the action.  I tried with my phone, as is fairly common these days, but unfortunately I don’t have enough storage capacity to make that a viable option. YouTube Archive

  • Recovering from the weekend

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    Halfling13

    It was a fun filled weekend, as is common with my Dad’s visit.  However, due to the compressed schedule, I need a bit of time to recover.  My dad typically arrives late on Thursday, and stays until Sunday, during which time we try to pack in as many activities and events as possible, including swimming, food, and visiting.  By the end of the weekend, everyone is tired and ready for a rest.  This weekend, we added a trip to the local arcade and a bowling birthday party for Ben, which made it that much busier, along with basketball games and…

  • Time for a visit

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    Halfling13

    Tonight marks the start of my dad’s annual visit, arranged this time specifically to be there for my youngest son’s birthday (which is this weekend).  Always a good time, never long enough, but frequently challenging what with the kids ongoing complicated schedule (and my own).  In this case, we have basketball practice, basketball games, and of course Ben’s birthday party (bowling with friends this year).  With work occupying so much of my time, and our preparations for the kitchen remodel next week, it will no doubt be a weekend of juggling.

  • Review – Lego Batman

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    Halfling13

    Had the chance to see Lego Batman with the family yesterday.  Overall, I would say it was enjoyable, but not very fulfilling.  As a long time Batman fan, and a fan of Lego, it could have been a very fun movie.  And in general, it was fun.  Unfortunately, it just felt like it didn’t really have any substance.  There were a number of references to the old versions, movies, animated series, etc, which was entertaining, and a handful of decent jobs.  However, the entire story seemed very rushed, and definitely overcrowded in characters. I know there was a desire to…