Re: [HoE] computer rpg utilities -- off topic?

["Phlome" <phlome@hotmail.com>]

>Here's a utility idea I cvame up with a few minutes ago: something to >make 
>Quickness rolls and distribute cards accordingly.  This could    > really 
>speed up combat.
>
>Nick "idea man" Zachariasen

I actually thought about this over a month ago.  And decided to use
it as a reason to learn VB.  Which I would then use to get a better
job that Perl seems to be getting me.
This actually came up for our Deadlands game, but would work for
HoE, and since the thread is already here...
I've already got an app that does Trait/Damage/Action rolls, and
deals cards for the action.  That was all pretty easy.  But soon,
I must get into the more involved portion.  My idea is to make an
app that will ease the process of online playing.  My Marshall lives
in Dallas, and I just moved to Tampa.  Other possible posse members
live in Orlando and Texas.
So my plan (give me a couple months cuz im learning the language) is
to create an app that will connect everyone together at the Marshall's
PC, and all you have to do is type in your numbers.
It will keep track of your Greatest wound, Fate chips, Cards, possibly
bullets.  Everyone should be able to see the important points from
everyone else.  That's where I'll be having the most difficulty.
And of course, the Marshall will have 'reset/clear' type rights
for all connected.
Anyway, that's what Im trying to create.  Haven't made it much past
the Die roller and Card Dealer, but i am slowly progressing.
Now if work wouldn't keep getting in the way...
eko
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