CHAIN REACTION: Questions for Anna and Lars

I second this question.

Christopher Knox

How does it feel to be streaming for the world? This would be a new experience for any of us but it has to feel a bit like stepping onto the stage of a concert as a part of a band where you are just learning your instruments! Exciting!

David Greason

Matt has mentioned that The Chain was everyones second choice. What was each of your first?

Aaron Hearst

Would your character be able to forever give up the one thing they desire most for the chance at ending Ajax's Reign? Also, can you hint at what that one thing might be?

TheNerdySimulation

My question is for Lars and Anna. If licensing wasn't an issue, what song(s) would you guys use for Judge and King's theme songs?

Elijah Evans

Would you consider building a massive diorama, on a scale never streamed before, and running an entire session with minis?

Ooh..ooh...me...me! Diana Ross.

When playing do you place a higher emphasis on what your character would do or do you place a higher emphasis in what's the optimal game move in the situation?

Roosevelt Cooper

The show is fantastic. Unfortunately because I live in Bristol in the UK, I don't get to watch live. My question; Do any of the characters have any habits or querks that might get on the other characters nerves. Flaws are always fun.

Lars: What do you think the Chains End Goal should be in Capital? Anna: Do you think Judge will be looking to get support from his patron in Capital, or see if there are any other devotees there?

If this would spoil any cool plans you might have, by all means ignore this question, but I would be interested to hear about your favorite retainers, and what inspired you to create them.

Steven Cali

This might be a better video subject, but here goes: Can you explain how the treasury for the chain works again? Why are you abstracting it? Is it exponential or just subjective?

Marc Moyer

Name one type of monster you each hope to encounter in this campaign. Anna, it seems strange that a devotee of Asmodeus would run around with a fairly good group like this, what drew Judge to the Chain? King (Lars), as the chronicler of the Chain, how do you hope for the Chain to be remembered? Do you hope that they are more than just a band of mercenaries

Have you always been interested in D&D or was it something you had to warm up to? Also have you seen Legend (1985)? What is your opinion on the creatures/characters?

Since The Chain was no one's first pick as a campaign, which campaigns did each of you choose as your first pick?

Nate Finch

WHo came up with the name Chain Reaction?

Nate Finch

Do your characters have shocking secrets? If so do you hope they are revealed in the course of the game or are you happy with them staying secret and just informing the way you roleplay them?

Chris Franklin

How did you all come up with the retainers, names, backstory etc.? How much are the viewers going to see of them compared to the senior chain members? Congrats on all things MCDM, looking forward to seeing your take on 5E and other things.

Bryan Korth

Thanks for the stream so far, it rules! At one point, when Lars was being asked how he would talk to Club, he said "Nicely, I'm a cleric" - how has your perception of clerics affected how King has turned out?

Joe Mayo

Loving the stream thus far, excellent Job. Question wise was it intimidating sitting down for the first stream knowing that at least a fair few people would be watching? How did you feel when you learnt the actual viewership figures?

Appreciate you all at MCDM, especially you Matt! Question for both: "Which parts of the Strongholds and Followers books are you each most proud of?"

So far, who is your favorite NPC and why is it Apple Cart Guy?

What is your favorite thing about playing in Matt's game?

Question for Anna and Lars: "What non-combat situation are you most excited for your character to roleplay?"

Slurpee

Anna, which Tarot deck is your favorite?

Raygan Earl

While it obviously can’t be the whole of it, how does it feel that some part of your job is to play games with your friends?

Loving the stream! Anna - when are you going to start selling t-shirts that say "I don't take orders from dead men" ?

Great stream so far guys I'm loving it, I can't wait to see how it grows and improves! Question for Anna & Lars - Do you create intricate back stories for your characters or do you sketch out some basic ideas and let the character "evolve" as you play them?

Question for Anna and Lars: What are the biggest differences between the Turtle Rock campaign in the MCDM campaign as players so far?

For Anna-How comfortable would you be with a possible future of you in the DM chair on a stream for a potential one-shot? & for Lars-Have you ever/will you ever DM a game on or off stream?

Rakbel316

What are your biggest dreams for MCDM if budget were not a concern? Also, as a live A/V nerd I’ve ALWAYS been curious about what “The Rig”™️ looks like, can we get a stream setup tour sometime?

For Anna and Lars. 1) What initial expectation did you have when starting with MCDM that has turned out completely wrong? 2) Has anything surprised you by going exactly as planned?

GM Scott

Have you thought at all about how your characters from the Chain might interact with your previous characters from the last campaign at TRS?

Brilliant Idea, first off I wanted to let you all know that you rock! My first question is for Lars. In Matt's first campaign diary for The Chain he offhandedly mentions that you're his best friend, would you consider Matt your best friend? My second question is for Anna. Would you say that you have a favorite retainer at this point or do you love all of your make believe children equally?

Question about MCDM's business! In an office photo last year, it looked like you were using the business model generation canvas in planning out MCDM's business. What do you think about using that tool to plan a creative and community centric business like yours? Where did you get the inspiration to try it out?

Kaleb C2

For both, What were your first impressions of the other players' characters?

Raygan Earl

Oh. Shit. The Chain gonna get it pressed.

Craig Robinson

I am feeling some vibes that OD will also be the king of reactions

Carlos Augusto Berlitz

How different is working at MCDM? I mean, it is a new field for all of you I believe, many TILs?

Carlos Augusto Berlitz

I'm really interested in knowing what each of you would like to see created from MCDM in the years to come. Also Lars, when did you notice that OD was the king of codies?

What has been the best comeback you've given to Matt while working for MCDM?

There is no better person for this than OD... But to the questions: How are you experiencing this new situation interacting with fans and such since you joined/helped create MCDM? Anna, have people been giving you too much to handle with the kickstarter and MCDM support? Since you last played with Matt in the previous campaign, how many D&D games or campaigns you had until the chain? Many thanks if any of the questions get asked o/

Carlos Augusto Berlitz

Okay you had a year and a half to think of your characters but I'm curious as to where you guys may have gotten inspiration for them. What would you say influenced you to give your caracters/retainers their personalities and how do you think they may change?

Question: Do you think we are going to see The Commander again? What do you think Matt will do to him?

I'm so excited for tonight's show and everyone is already making it awesome!

Matt has said The Chain was everyone's second choice. It would be fun to know their first choice though!

How "different" is the D&D experience between doing it as a hobby and now, professionally? How do you handle or deal with the entire internet critiquing (and sometimes not in a friendly way) everything you do? Also, a bit of advice: Don't forget to take days off! (Especially you Matt!!) :D

DMK (Dread Morg)

My question is what mission did the Chain complete that earned them their clout? Was it just a succession of successful quests, or did the Chain do one insane mission that earned them repute?

Is there the possibility of having guest players join? If so, who are some people you would be happy to have join y'all?

Shadowdun

My question if for both: do ether of you intend to run a campaign? Whether streamed or not it would be interesting to see Matt as a player.

For Lars and Anna, what sold you on the Chain as the campaign set-up compared to the others Matt offered to run? What was your second choice?

Trey McLemore

It's cool, very amusing!

What are your long term goals for your characters within the campaign? ex. Specific magic items you want to get, starting a business of some kind, getting married, or getting revenge?

Also don't know if this is allowed but I did some art for my Illrigger Painkiller Eques and would like to post it :)

Sorry when I posted that I only saw two responses.

MCDM Productions

Which 2 are good? Lol.

Good questions already! The system works!

MCDM Productions

Serious Question (for both): How do you feel about how well you know D&D now compared to the last campaign? Did your expectations change significantly based on your experiences?

SM Hillman

This is a great idea and the series title is spot on. My question is for Lars and Anna. What was your first thought when Matt asked you to join him on the grand adventure that is MCDM?

Peter Bess

I second this. A follow up: "What was your pitch/description to Matt about the type of class the Illrigger should be?"

Greetings all. My question is for Anna. What was the inspiration for the Illrigger class and how much input did you have in the class design?

my question is "how are you guys and MCDM so awesome"

Teddy Boragina

Oh fuck yes! Can't wait! Thanks for everything MCDM!