Kevin's Battleblog: Diary of a New Captain

Hi all! This is my Battleblog, a place where I will record my matches, readings, and revelations on the path to unwinding the intricacies of Sails of Glory.

I am a computer engineer by trade, but I fancy myself a student of game design. So when I start playing a new game, I like to keep a diary of my experiences, including notes and design commentary. I find that it helps to organize what I've learned and it motivates me to play more.

Since I have the opportunity to post my notes on these forums, I flatter myself into thinking that other game design students (or at least other Sails of Glory players) may also find my journey useful. Consider this a humble contribution to the Sails of Glory game community.

On the way, you and I may find opportunities to stress the design, to crunch some numbers, and to develop tools and houserules to benefit the game. If that sounds exciting to you, congratulations! You're a game designer too!