AtlantaPFS Weekly Update
🎲 Marietta the Gathering This Weekend & Community Updates 🌟
Greetings, Pathfinders and Starfinders! Thank you to everyone who joined us at Dice & Diversions last weekend—we had a fantastic time and appreciate all the support from our community. Now we’re gearing up for another exciting event as Marietta the Gathering arrives THIS SATURDAY, March 7th!
This update brings important staff changes, a continued call for DragonCon 2026 volunteers, news about our regional community expansion, and of course our regular gaming schedule throughout the week. Let’s dive in!
📢 Current Announcements & Updates
👥 Staff Updates – Recognition & Changes
Welcome to the Team!
We’re pleased to announce that Jamey D has joined the Venture-Officer team as a Venture-Agent! Jamey will be coordinating games at Level-Up Games in Johns Creek. Please join us in welcoming Jamey to his new role and thanking him for stepping up to help grow organized play in the community!
Leadership Changes
Will D has stepped down from his Venture-Lieutenant position to Venture-Agent. Will remains an active and valued member of our officer team and will now be coordinating games at Hobbytown USA in Kennesaw. We appreciate Will’s continued dedication to organized play and his willingness to serve the community in this capacity.
As a result of this change, Venture-Lieutenant responsibilities have been realigned:
- Alex H (VL) now oversees: Level-Up Games (Dawsonville), Level-Up Games (Johns Creek), The Crazy Book Lady (Acworth), Wally’s Retro Wonder (Cumming), and Battle & Brew (Sandy Springs)
- Will H (VL) now oversees: Manuel’s Tavern (Atlanta), Titan Games & Comics (Smyrna), Giga-Bites Cafe (Marietta), and Hobbytown USA (Kennesaw)
Additionally, Will H has taken over as the coordinator for MomoCon 2026.
These changes help us better distribute responsibilities and ensure each venue gets the attention and support it deserves. Thank you to all our Venture-Officers for their flexibility and commitment to the community!
🕊️ In Memoriam: Lee McLurkin
It is with deep sadness that we share the passing of Lee McLurkin. Lee was a valued member of our gaming community, and his loss has left many of us stunned and grieving.
Lee’s presence at our tables will be deeply missed. We are working to create a fitting tribute to honor his memory, which will be unveiled at DragonCon later this year. A memorial for Lee will be added to our Hall of Heroes once we’ve put together the tribute he deserves.
Our thoughts are with Lee’s family, friends, and all who knew him. The gaming table is a little emptier without him.
🐉 DragonCon 2026 Volunteers Needed – Form Now Open!
DragonCon 2026: September 3-7, 2026
It’s time to start planning for the biggest gaming event of the year! DragonCon 2026 is just over six months away, and we need YOUR help to make it an amazing experience for everyone. Whether you’re a veteran DragonCon GM or considering volunteering for the first time, we’d love to have you on the team.
Why Volunteer for DragonCon Organized Play?
- Be Part of Something Special: DragonCon is one of the largest conventions in the country, and organized play is a cornerstone of the gaming track
- Dedicated GM Benefits: GMs receive special recognition and appreciation throughout the convention
- Build the Community: Introduce hundreds of new players to Pathfinder and Starfinder Society
- Connect with Friends: Work alongside fellow lodge members and meet GMs from across the region and country
What We Need:
- Game Masters: Run Society scenarios throughout the five-day convention
- HQ Staff: Help manage registration, answer questions, and support convention operations
- Setup/Teardown Crew: Assist with pre-con setup and post-con breakdown
Ready to Join the Team?
The DragonCon 2026 Volunteer Form is now open! Fill it out to let us know your availability, preferences, and how you’d like to contribute. Early registration helps us plan better and ensures we can accommodate your schedule preferences.
More details about game schedules, GM assignments, and convention logistics will be shared as we get closer to the event. For now, get your name on the list!
Questions? Reach out to Joel H, our DragonCon coordinator, through the GeorgiaPFS Discord or contact loki.the.mischievous@gmail.com.
📊 Dice & Diversions Event Feedback
Help us improve future conventions!
Thank you to everyone who attended Dice & Diversions last weekend! We hope you had a great time at the tables. To help us continue improving our convention presence and better serve the community at future events, please take a few minutes to complete our Event Feedback Form.
Your feedback is invaluable—it helps us understand what worked well, what could be improved, and how we can make future convention experiences even better. Whether you played, GMed, or just stopped by to say hello, we want to hear from you!
🎉 Welcome to the GeorgiaPFS Family: Statesboro Lodge!
Exciting Regional Growth!
We’re thrilled to announce that Statesboro is establishing its own Pathfinder and Starfinder Society lodge! The paperwork is currently being processed with Organized Play leadership, and soon our community will officially expand to include this fifth Georgia lodge under the GeorgiaPFS umbrella.
Statesboro joins Athens, Atlanta, Augusta, and Columbus as part of the Georgia organized play community, bringing Pathfinder and Starfinder Society gaming to the southeastern part of the state. This is fantastic news for players in the Statesboro area and represents the continued growth and vitality of organized play across our state.
We’ll share more details about the Statesboro lodge—including their venue locations, game schedules, and contact information—once the official paperwork is complete. In the meantime, please join us in welcoming our newest sister lodge to the community!
If you’re in the Statesboro area and interested in organized play, keep an eye on our updates for information on how to connect with the local lodge once they’re officially up and running.
🌐 Virtual Gaming Policy Updates – Local Player Priority
Important Changes to Virtual Play Sign-Ups!
To keep our communications clear and aligned with Organized Play standards, the Atlanta and Columbus lodges are making important updates to how we handle virtual gaming. Here’s what’s changing:
Terminology Update: “Virtual” vs “Online”
We will officially use the term Virtual for all our non-physical table offerings. While the Online Region handles “Online” branding for their global games, our lodge-specific virtual games will be clearly labeled as Virtual to avoid confusion.
Early Sign-Up Rights for Local Players
At the request of Organized Play leadership and local players, we are implementing Early Sign-Up Rights for Atlanta and Columbus lodge members on most virtual games, as well as access to lodge-specific local events (such as parties, specials, and other member exclusives).
How to Claim Your Local Lodge Role
To ensure you get priority access and member status for virtual games, you need to register for your Atlanta or Columbus lodge role on our Warhorn:
- Navigate to the AtlantaPFS Warhorn Page
- Select “Email the event staff”
- In your message, provide:
- Account Verification: Your Warhorn Name (and email associated with the account, if different)
- Lodge Designation: Which lodge you belong to (Atlanta or Columbus)
A Note on Processing
This is a manual process that cannot be automated at this time. While we have several staff members, all emails are routed to a single point of contact for processing. Please be patient as we manually update these roles—we’ll get you cleared as quickly as possible!
Important: These specific roles and sign-up windows currently apply to games and events managed on the AtlantaPFS Warhorn hub. Individual GMs may set their own early sign-up windows, so check each game listing for specific details.
🎮 Expanded Virtual Gaming Schedule!
More opportunities to play from home!
We’ve expanded our virtual gaming schedule to provide more flexibility and gaming opportunities throughout the week:
- Atlanta Virtual Games: Now running on Tuesday AND Wednesday evenings
- Columbus Virtual Games: Running on Thursday evenings
Whether you prefer weeknight gaming, can’t make it to physical venues, or just enjoy the convenience of playing from home, we now have multiple virtual options each week. Check our schedule below for this week’s virtual offerings!
📊 Annual Lodge Feedback Survey – Help Shape 2026!
We need your input! Now that we’ve entered 2026, we want to hear your thoughts on how 2025 went. What worked well? What could we improve? What would you like to see more of this year?
Please take a few minutes to complete our Annual Lodge Feedback Survey. Your feedback directly influences our planning for the year ahead—from venue selection to event coordination to the types of games we schedule. Every response helps us serve the community better!
📅 Upcoming Events
🎉 Marietta the Gathering – THIS SATURDAY, March 7!
Date: Saturday, March 7, 2026
Time: 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Location: Historic Marietta Square (Glover Park area)
Event Website: https://www.mariettaga.gov/1480/Marietta-the-Gathering
AtlantaPFS is returning to Marietta the Gathering THIS WEEKEND! This family-friendly festival celebrates geek community, pop culture, and the arts with a full day of activities across the Historic Marietta Square. The event features the Guild Show (artists, makers, and crafters), Tournament Alley (tabletop gaming, card gaming, and video gaming), live music on multiple stages, cosplay contests, and so much more.
Our Organized Play Presence:
- On-Demand Gaming: We’ll be running walk-up games throughout the day—no pre-registration needed! Just show up and play.
- Learn to Play Sessions: Perfect for newcomers! We’ll offer hour-long introductory sessions to Pathfinder and Starfinder (these are demonstration games, not played for Society credit).
- Full Society Scenarios: Experienced players can jump into full adventures as GMs and tables become available.
- Character Creation: Never played before? We’ll help you create your first character and get you ready for adventure!
- HQ Desk: Stop by our headquarters area for information, questions, or just to say hello!
Why You Should Attend: Marietta the Gathering is an incredible opportunity to introduce organized play to the broader geek community in a festival atmosphere. Whether you’re looking for a fun day out, want to try organized play in a low-pressure environment, or just enjoy the vibrant atmosphere of a community celebration, this event has something for everyone. Plus, it’s FREE to attend!
Volunteer Team Complete: We’re all set with our volunteer GM team for this event. If you’re interested in playing, just show up on March 7 and look for the organized play area!
Mark your calendars—we’ll see you at the Gathering!
🎬 Rocky Horror Picture Show Night
Date TBD
We’re still in discussions about organizing an AtlantaPFS social event at a screening of The Rocky Horror Picture Show! More details coming soon.
🤝 Venue Coordinators Needed!
We’re actively seeking volunteers to help organize and coordinate games at several venues across our region. We have immediate needs for Venture-Agents at the following locations:
- Titan Games & Comics (Smyrna)
- Battle & Brew (Sandy Springs)
What does a venue coordinator do?
- Work with the venue to schedule regular game days
- Help recruit GMs for games at that location
- Coordinate with players and manage Warhorn postings
- Serve as the point of contact between the venue and the lodge
- Build and nurture the local gaming community
Interested in becoming a Venture-Agent?
Key requirements:
- Active GM in the Organized Play community
- Reliable communication and follow-through
- Commitment to supporting your local venue
For full details on Venture-Agent roles, benefits, and requirements, check out the VO Handbook.
Ready to help? We welcome people with venue ideas beyond our current locations! If you’re passionate about organized play and want to help grow our community, reach out to loki.the.mischievous@gmail.com and we’ll point you in the right direction.
🏪 Wally’s Retro Wonder – Venue on Hiatus
Wally’s Retro Wonder in Cumming is currently on hiatus as they search for a new location. We’ll announce when games resume at this venue once they’ve settled into their new space. In the meantime, check out our other physical venues and expanded virtual schedule for gaming opportunities!
📋 GeorgiaPFS Forums Update
Please note that the GeorgiaPFS Shared Forums at gapfs.org have closed. We encourage everyone to join our Discord server for community discussions, game coordination, and staying connected with fellow players across Georgia and the Appalachian Region.
🗺️ Appalachian Region Hub & Calendar
The Appalachian Region Hub provides organized play resources across our six-state region! The site features a regional and national calendar showing game days throughout Virginia, West Virginia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, and Georgia, plus regional conventions.
Important Update: We’re aware of some technical issues with the current calendar tool and are working on a redesign that will make it more stable and robust. The new system will provide better reliability and an improved user experience. Thank you for your patience as we work to improve this resource!
Planning travel or looking for games in other parts of the region? Use the calendar to find organized play wherever you are in the Appalachian Region. The calendar continues to be updated with national and international events as well.
📅 Wednesday Game Scheduling Update
Our Wednesday games at Manuel’s Tavern are experiencing some coordination delays in getting posted to our regular 2-week advance schedule. Games will still be happening, but may appear on Warhorn on shorter notice. Please check back regularly for Wednesday updates as we work to improve our posting consistency.
🏆 Hall of Heroes
Visit our Hall of Heroes page to honor and remember those we’ve lost from our gaming community. This memorial page celebrates the lives and legacies of lodge members who are no longer with us. Check it out from the member area menu.
🆕 New to Pathfinder or Starfinder Society?
Welcome to organized play! Whether you’re brand new to tabletop RPGs or a veteran player exploring Pathfinder or Starfinder Society for the first time, we’re here to help you get started.
🤗 Safe, Welcoming Tables for All
Everyone is welcome at our tables. Pathfinder and Starfinder Society organized play is committed to providing a safe, fun, and inclusive gaming environment for all participants worldwide. Whether you’re a veteran player, a first-time gamer, young or old, regardless of background, identity, or experience level—there’s a seat at our table for you.
All Pathfinder and Starfinder Society games operate under the Paizo Organized Play Code of Conduct and Community Standards. We expect all participants—players and GMs alike—to treat each other with respect and work together to create positive, memorable gaming experiences.
We do not tolerate: harassment, discrimination, intimidation, unwelcome contact, or behavior that makes anyone feel excluded or threatened. Inappropriate conduct includes, but is not limited to, harassment or discrimination based on age, disability, ethnicity, gender or gender expression/identity, race, religion, sexuality, or any other reason.
If you experience or witness problematic behavior: Please bring it to the attention of the GM, Event Organizer, or any Venture-Officer. You can also contact your local lodge leadership, the Regional Venture-Coordinator, or report directly to Paizo at organizedplay@paizo.com. Your concerns will be taken seriously and addressed promptly.
Our commitment: These standards apply at every organized play table worldwide. We strive to resolve issues at the table level when appropriate, but we will not hesitate to remove anyone whose behavior violates our community standards. Gaming should be fun and welcoming for everyone—that’s the foundation of organized play.
Getting Started Resources:
- Read our Welcome Letter for an introduction to AtlantaPFS
- Create a free Organized Play account at paizo.com
- Browse our game schedule and sign up on Warhorn
- Join our Discord server to connect with other players
- Check out the Appalachian Region Hub to see what’s happening across our six-state region
Don’t have a character yet? No problem! You can use an iconic pregenerated character to try out the game before committing to building your own. Our GMs will have pregens available at the table. If you’d prefer to create your own character, our GMs and volunteers are happy to help—just arrive a little early and let us know you’re new.
❓ Did You Know?
🎁 Achievement Points (AcP): New to Organized Play? You get 80 AcP free on your Paizo Organized Play account to spend on cool boons and character options!
📅 Schedule Changes: Our schedules are subject to change due to GM/Player availability as well as competing events at venues. The best way to keep abreast of these changes is to follow our schedule on our Warhorn event page or our Event Calendar. We attempt to schedule 2 weeks or greater in advance of the game date and to cancel 48 hours or greater in advance when we know of an issue.
💬 Connect With Us
| Platform | Link |
|---|---|
| AtlantaPFS Website | https://atlantapfs.org/ |
| Appalachian Region Hub | https://appaopregion.org |
| AtlantaPFS on Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/groups/AtlantaPFS/ |
| @AtlantaPFS on X/Twitter | https://twitter.com/AtlantaPFS |
| AtlantaPFS on Mastodon | https://dice.camp/@atlantapfs |
| AtlantaPFS on BlueSky | https://bsky.app/profile/atlantapfs.bsky.social |
| GeorgiaPFS Discord | https://discord.gg/CvsJcMJ |
| Warhorn | https://warhorn.net/events/atlantapfs |
📝 Feedback Forms
We value your input! Please use these forms to share your feedback and requests:
📊 Looking Back at 2025: Now that we’ve entered the new year, we’d love to hear your thoughts on 2025! Please take a few minutes to complete our Annual Lodge Feedback Survey. Your feedback helps us understand what worked well and where we can improve as we plan for the year ahead.
| Form | Link |
|---|---|
| Lodge Survey | Annual Lodge Feedback Survey |
| Venue and Event Staff Feedback Form | Venue and Event Staff Feedback |
| Event Feedback Form | Event Feedback |
| Event or Venue Request Form | Event or Venue Request |
| Adventure Request Form | Adventure Request |
| Chronicle Sheet or Reporting Error Form | Chronicle Sheet or Reporting Error |
| GM Feedback Form | GM Feedback |
| Player Feedback Form | Player Feedback |
| Player Game Withdrawal Form | Player Game Withdrawal |
👥 Current Venture-Officers & Venues
Physical Venue Coordinators
Venue Coordinators are Venture-Agents who report to their area Venture-Lieutenant. This structure shows the chain of command for venue-related questions or concerns.
Atlanta – James R (VC)
Alex H (VL)
| Venue | Location | Coordinator |
|---|---|---|
| Level-Up Games | Dawsonville | Steve H |
| Level-Up Games | Johns Creek | Jamey D |
| The Crazy Book Lady | Acworth | TBD |
| Wally’s Retro Wonder | Cumming | Kaiser S (On Hiatus – Venue relocating) |
| Battle & Brew | Sandy Springs | TBD |
Will H (VL)
| Venue | Location | Coordinator |
|---|---|---|
| Manuel’s Tavern | Atlanta | Boo F, Christopher K, Josh C |
| Giga-Bites Cafe | Marietta | Brienne S |
| Titan Games & Comics | Smyrna | TBD |
| Hobbytown USA | Kennesaw | Will D |
Columbus – Dennis B (VC)
| Venue | Location | Coordinator |
|---|---|---|
| Moxie Games | Columbus | Dennis B |
VTT Coordinators
| Platform | Coordinator(s) |
|---|---|
| Foundry | James R, Josh C, Dennis B |
| Fantasy Grounds Unity | Joel H |
Lodge Officers
| Position | Officer(s) |
|---|---|
| Regional Venture-Coordinator (Appalachian Region) | Joel H |
| Venture-Captain (Atlanta) | James R |
| Venture-Captain (Columbus) | Dennis B |
| Venture-Lieutenant (Atlanta) | Alex H, Will H |
| Venture-Agent (Atlanta) | Brienne S, Christopher K, Jamey D, Kaiser S, Steve H, Boo F, Josh C, Will D |
Convention Coordinators
| Convention | Coordinator |
|---|---|
| DragonCon | Joel H |
| MomoCon | Will H |
| Southern-Fried Gaming Expo | TBD |
🤝 Volunteer Opportunities
Interested in helping AtlantaPFS grow and thrive? We’re always looking for dedicated volunteers to help coordinate games, manage venues, assist with conventions, and more. Whether you want to GM, help with logistics, or take on a leadership role, there’s a place for you in our team.
Current Opportunities:
- DragonCon 2026 (September 3-7): We need GMs, HQ staff, and setup/teardown volunteers for our biggest convention of the year! The volunteer form is now open—sign up early to help us plan better and secure your preferred schedule.
- Venue Coordinators (Venture-Agents): We have immediate needs for Venture-Agents at Titan Games & Comics (Smyrna) and Battle & Brew (Sandy Springs). See the announcement above for requirements and how to apply.
- General Volunteers: From GMing to event planning to social media, there are always ways to contribute.
Fill out our Volunteer Form to get started, or reach out directly to loki.the.mischievous@gmail.com with questions. If you’re interested in learning more about Venture-Officer roles, check out the VO Handbook.
📅 Weekly Game Schedule March 1-7, 2026
Note: Keep an eye on Warhorn for games that may be scheduled throughout the week! Atlanta and Columbus lodge members now have early sign-up access to most virtual games—see the Virtual Gaming Policy Update above for details. Want to see a specific adventure on the schedule? Use our Adventure Request Form to let us know!
| Day | Date | Time | Venue | Scenario and Sign-Up Link |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tuesday | March 3 | 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM | Foundry VTT (Virtual) | SFS2 1-16: The Beasts of Bo: Part Two |
| Wednesday | March 4 | 6:00 PM – 10:30 PM | Foundry VTT (Virtual) | PFS2 4-05: The Arclord Who Never Was |
| Wednesday | March 4 | 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM | Manuel’s Tavern (Atlanta) | PF2 AP 190: The Choosing (Stolen Fate 1 of 3) |
| Wednesday | March 4 | 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM | Manuel’s Tavern (Atlanta) | PFS2 Intro 1: The Second Confirmation |
| Thursday | March 5 | 6:00 PM – 11:00 PM | Foundry VTT (Virtual) | PFS2 1-16: The Perennial Crown, Part 1: Opal of Bhopan |
| Saturday | March 7 | 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM | Level-Up Games (Dawsonville) | PFS2 1-01: The Absalom Initiation |
| Saturday | March 7 | 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM | The Crazy Book Lady (Acworth) | PFS2 2-21: In Pursuit of Water |
🎲 Until Next Week, Pathfinders!
This week brings exciting opportunities for our community! First and foremost, Marietta the Gathering is THIS SATURDAY, March 7—don’t miss this incredible festival opportunity to introduce new players to organized play or just enjoy a fantastic day of gaming in a vibrant community atmosphere. It’s free to attend and we’ll have games running all day!
Thank you again to everyone who attended Dice & Diversions last weekend. Your participation and enthusiasm made it a great event, and we appreciate the continued support of our community at conventions throughout the year. Please don’t forget to fill out the Event Feedback Form to help us improve future convention experiences.
We’re also excited to welcome Jamey D to the Venture-Officer team and appreciate Will D‘s continued service as he transitions to his new role. These staff changes help strengthen our organizational structure and ensure every venue gets the attention it deserves. Thank you to all our officers for their flexibility and dedication!
The Statesboro lodge paperwork continues to progress, and we look forward to officially welcoming our fifth Georgia lodge to the community soon. The continued growth of organized play across our state is a testament to the passion and dedication of players and GMs throughout the region.
And don’t forget—the DragonCon 2026 volunteer form is still open! September will be here before you know it, and early sign-ups help us plan better and ensure you get your preferred schedule. Whether you’re a veteran DragonCon GM or considering volunteering for the first time, we’d love to have you on the team.
See you at the tables—and especially at Marietta the Gathering this Saturday!
Game on, Pathfinders!
