Jump Man, Folklore, Hounds of Tindalos
Um, Actually・23 minutes read
Players in the game "Um, Actually" earn points by correcting false statements about franchises like Dungeons and Dragons, Game of Thrones, Star Wars, and X-Men, with Matt impressing the group by spotting and correcting 18 errors while showcasing his attention to detail. In addition to correcting errors in various games and franchises, Matt also clarifies concepts like Vancian casting, the roles of tieflings in D&D, and the protagonist in the game where you rescue the princess from Donkey Kong.
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- In "Um, Actually," players must say "Um, actually" before correcting false statements about franchises to earn points, showcasing the importance of precision and etiquette in the game.
- Matt's impressive attention to detail in correcting multiple errors during the action sequence highlights his extensive knowledge of the game mechanics, rules, and lore, establishing him as a meticulous and knowledgeable player within the group.
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What is the game "Um, Actually" about?
Correcting false statements about beloved franchises.
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Summary
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"Um, Actually" Game Corrects False Statements
- The game "Um, Actually" involves correcting false statements about beloved franchises by buzzing in and saying "Um, actually."
- Players must precede corrections with "Um, actually" to earn points and can interrupt the host at any time.
- In Dungeons and Dragons, sorcerers rely on charisma, not intelligence, for spellcasting.
- In Game of Thrones, Jon Snow is not a bastard, unlike Ramsay Snow.
- General Grievous in Star Wars is a cyborg, not a droid, capable of wielding four lightsabers.
- In X-Men, Hank McCoy was already super intelligent before gaining super strength and agility.
- In the game "Cryptogeography," players match monsters to their places of origin on a map for points.
- Tieflings in D&D can be descended from various fiends, not just demons.
- The protagonist in the game where you rescue the princess from Donkey Kong is known as Jumpman, not Mario.
- Vancian casting in games limits spellcasting based on level and spell level, not just preparation.
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Matt corrects errors in D&D gameplay.
- Una, invisible, faces a demi lich, failing a charisma save against a vile curse, but jumps 30 feet to sneak attack and destroy it.
- Matt, Amy, and Murph spot 20, 16, and 16 errors respectively in the action sequence.
- Matt corrects various mistakes: demi lich appearance, reaction rules, weapon effectiveness, initiative, deity reference, spell level, and actions in a round.
- Matt's corrections include the impossibility of a nat 30 jump skill, rogue's turn undead ability, and the lich's level.
- Matt earns 18 corrections, impressing the group with his knowledge and attention to detail.
- Lovecraft's "Hounds of Tindalos" features extra-dimensional creatures slipping through corners, not smoke beasts.
- Second edition D&D used THAC0 instead of attack bonuses, based on rolling to hit armor class zero.
- Bards arrange songs from "The Hobbit" incorrectly, with Matt eventually placing them in the correct order: blunt the knives, goblin town, birds in trees, and the road goes ever on.
