AtlantaPFS Weekly Update
🗓️ June 28 – July 4 — Thank You for an Awesome Free RPG Day!
Huge thanks to the venues, players, and GMs who came out for Free RPG Day this past Saturday at Level-Up Games in Dawsonville. Tables were full, new players rolled their first dice, and that’s exactly what organized play is all about. Thank you all for making it happen.
Now — we need to talk seriously about DragonCon and Southern-Fried Gaming Expo. Volunteer numbers for both are behind where they need to be, and for DragonCon especially, the situation is dire. See immediately below — we need you.
On the Paizo restructuring front: nothing new to report this week. Details further down.
🐉 STOP. READ THIS. DRAGONCON NEEDS YOU.
We are now in the final month of DragonCon scheduling, and there are still people who volunteer every single year who have not signed up for 2026. That has to change starting today.
The volunteer roster locks on July 31. That is all the runway we have left. Every week without new sign-ups makes it more likely that tables — including the Battle of Hellknight Hill cinematic run — simply don’t happen this year.
🐉 Sign Up Now — Five Minutes, Please 🐉🚨 Paizo Restructuring — Continued Coverage
📣 Still Nothing New to Report
Another week, another update where we genuinely have nothing new to share. We have not received any additional public information from Paizo since the June 8 statement, and as Venture-Officers we are not in a position to speculate beyond what’s already public — nor would that help anyone. The moment something new is made public, you’ll hear it from us as fast as we’re able to put it together. That’s still a promise.
We know two quiet weeks in a row doesn’t make the uncertainty any easier to sit with. Thank you for your patience, and thank you for continuing to show up at the table while we all wait this out together.
📢 Current Announcements & Updates
🖥️ Fantasy Grounds Unity: Scheduled All the Way Through November
Quick update for our VTT players: the Starfinder Society Fantasy Grounds Unity schedule now runs through Season 2, Scenario 5 — that’s a full slate of games scheduled all the way through November.
Seats are filling up quickly. If you’ve been meaning to jump in, now is the time to grab a spot before the good slots are gone. Sign-ups for FGU games specifically are on Warhorn here.
🌐 Atlanta Lodge Virtual Games – Update
Fantasy Grounds Starfinder Society games are now in full swing on a real, ongoing schedule (see above).
If you were playing in one of the Atlanta-run virtual games that wrapped up last month, the official Organized Play Online Region is a great place to keep playing: temp Discord invite here. Questions, reach out to James R.
This has no impact on the Columbus lodge’s virtual offerings, which continue as normal through the shared Warhorn event page.
🐉 We Need to Talk About DragonCon
🐉 DragonCon 2026 — Final Month. We Need Bodies, Now.
DragonCon 2026: September 3–7, 2026 — Labor Day Weekend, Atlanta, GA
We are not going to soften this: we are coming into the final month of scheduling, and there are still a number of people who normally volunteer year after year who have not signed up yet for 2026. We need that to change today, not next week.
Here’s why the timing matters, concretely: to give DragonCon leadership the lead time they need to build the schedule grid and open ticket presales a month out, our volunteer roster has to be finalized and submitted by July 31. Every week that passes without new sign-ups makes it more likely that tables — including the Battle of Hellknight Hill cinematic run — simply don’t happen this year.
This isn’t a “someday” ask. This is a “we need you to fill out a five-minute form today” ask.
- GMs — for regular scenarios, the Battle of Hellknight Hill special, and everything in between
- HQ Staff — the backbone of the operation; without you, nothing else works
- Anyone who can give even one or two slots — every single commitment moves us closer to a real schedule
Questions? Reach out through the GeorgiaPFS Discord or at rvcapparegionop@gmail.com.
🎲 Southern-Fried Gaming Expo 2026 — Steve H Still Needs Hands
July 31 – August 2, 2026 — The Renaissance Atlanta Waverly Hotel & Convention Center
We’re a little over a month out, and Steve H is still actively building the volunteer roster for AtlantaPFS’s presence at Southern-Fried. If you can give HQ or GM time July 31–August 2, now’s a great time to claim a slot before they fill up. Updates and open needs are posted in a dedicated channel on the AtlantaPFS Discord:
📍 Venue Reminder: East Atlanta Comics Dice City Entry Fee
Just a reminder that the per-person table fee at East Atlanta Comics Dice City in Atlanta is $10 per person. Plan accordingly when attending events at this venue. We appreciate their continued support of organized play in the Atlanta area.
🕊️ In Memoriam: Lee McLurkin
We continue to hold space for the memory of Lee McLurkin, whose loss touched so many in our community. A fitting tribute is being prepared for DragonCon later this year, and a memorial will be added to our Hall of Heroes once complete. Our thoughts remain with his family and all who knew him.
🏆 Hall of Heroes
Visit our Hall of Heroes page to honor those we’ve lost from our gaming community.
🎬 Rocky Horror Picture Show Night – Poll Still Open!
We’re still collecting availability for our AtlantaPFS outing to The Rocky Horror Picture Show at The Plaza Theatre on Ponce de Leon Avenue. If you haven’t filled out the poll yet, please do — more responses means a better date for everyone. We’re personally leaning toward October once the dust from DragonCon has settled, but all input is welcome.
WhenIsGood: AtlantaPFS Invades the Rocky Horror Picture Show
This social event is open to the wider GeorgiaPFS and Appalachian Region community. Costumes and callbacks are strongly encouraged.
🌄 Regional Roundup – Appalachian Region News
🎉 Columbus May Be Expanding to a Second Venue
Exciting potential news out of Columbus, GA: a second local venue has reached out expressing interest in hosting Pathfinder and Starfinder Society games, and reportedly already has GMs lined up and eager to start running tables. Nothing is locked in yet, but if it comes together, Columbus could go from one venue to two. We’ll share more details as they firm up — stay tuned.
🎉 Morgantown, WV Lodge – CharCon Is Less Than Two Weeks Away!
The Morgantown, West Virginia lodge continues its regular schedule of Pathfinder and Starfinder Society sessions at Wyvern’s Wargames, and is gearing up for the lodge’s first convention appearance at CharCon — July 10–12 at the Clay Center for the Arts & Sciences in Charleston, WV. That’s less than two weeks out. If you’re in or near the Charleston area that weekend and can help support organized play, reach out to Joel H or through the GeorgiaPFS Discord.
🔥 Chattanooga Takes a Step Closer to Reopening
Good movement in Chattanooga, TN this week — someone has stepped up to help get the lodge going again, and we’re now just waiting on details from them before we can share more. Nothing official yet, but it’s real progress. If you’re in the Chattanooga area and want to be part of getting it going again — as a player, GM, or potential Venture-Officer — now’s a great time to reach out.
Urgent: Venture-Officer Opening in Charleston, WV
We are still actively recruiting to establish a brand-new lodge in the Charleston, WV area. Help build something new and be the reason a whole community of players finds organized play. Interested? Reach out through the GeorgiaPFS Discord or at rvcapparegionop@gmail.com.
📋 GalaxyCon Events — Awaiting Confirmation
We’re still awaiting word from GalaxyCon regarding Pathfinder/Starfinder Society presence at this year’s shows, including the Raleigh event. Organized Play leadership has reached out and the door remains open, but as we get closer to show dates without confirmation, the lead time needed to stand up a full organized play presence gets tighter. If you were planning around PFS/SFS at a GalaxyCon event this year, it’s worth keeping a backup plan in mind. We’ll share an update as soon as we have one.
We Need Players and GMs — Especially Here
A few lodges are in particular need of additional support right now:
- Mebane, NC – Tables are running but could use more consistent turnout and GMing support.
- Charlotte, NC – A major metro area that deserves more organized play presence.
- Memphis, TN – Western Tennessee organized play needs both players and GMs to stay visible.
- Nashville, TN – Strong potential, needs more regular GM support to grow the schedule.
Regional Resources
- Appalachian Region Hub: appaopregion.org
- Regional & National Calendar: appaopregion.org/regional-and-national-calendar/
- Call for GMs & HQ Volunteers – Spring/Summer 2026: Regional Volunteer Call
- Facebook: Appalachian Region Organized Play
- X (Twitter): @AppaRegionOP | BlueSky: @apparegionop.bsky.social
- Mastodon: @apparvc@dice.camp
📅 Upcoming Events
🎲 Southern-Fried Gaming Expo 2026
July 31 – August 2, 2026 – The Renaissance Atlanta Waverly Hotel & Convention Center
Steve H is coordinating AtlantaPFS’s presence at Southern-Fried again this year. Volunteer needs and planning updates are being posted in a dedicated channel on the AtlantaPFS Discord — join up if you can help.
🏰 CharCon 2026 – July 10–12 – Volunteer Opportunity
CharCon: July 10–12, 2026 — Clay Center for the Arts & Sciences, Charleston, WV
The Morgantown lodge will be representing the Appalachian Region at CharCon this year — their first convention appearance, and it’s less than two weeks away. If you’re in the Charleston, WV area that weekend, we’d love your help staffing organized play. Contact Joel H or reach out through the GeorgiaPFS Discord.
🌟 DragonCon 2026 – September 3–7 – Volunteers Needed Now
Five days of organized play, thousands of attendees, and our biggest regional showcase of the year. We’re in the final month of scheduling, and our internal deadline to lock the volunteer roster is July 31. Every slot that isn’t filled is a table that doesn’t happen. Sign up here. Today. Please.
🎲 Gen Con 2026 — Not Local, But Worth the Trip
Gen Con: July 30 – August 2, 2026 — Indiana Convention Center, 100 S. Capitol Ave, Indianapolis, IN 46225
Gen Con isn’t an Appalachian Region event, but it’s worth flagging for anyone making the trip: this is where Paizo traditionally makes its biggest announcements of the year and kicks off the new Pathfinder and Starfinder Society seasons. If Indianapolis is in your summer plans, this is the place to be for all things Organized Play.
🆕 New to Pathfinder or Starfinder Society?
Welcome to organized play! Whether you’re brand new to tabletop RPGs or a veteran player exploring Society play 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, regardless of background, identity, or experience level.
All games operate under the Paizo Organized Play Code of Conduct and Community Standards. We do not tolerate harassment, discrimination, or behavior that makes anyone feel excluded or threatened. If you experience or witness problematic behavior, please bring it to the GM, Event Organizer, any Venture-Officer, or contact Paizo directly at organizedplay@paizo.com.
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 for what’s happening across our six-state region
Don’t have a character yet? No problem! Pregenerated iconic characters are available at every table. If you’d like to build your own, 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!
📅 A Note on Scheduling: We want to be transparent with you — we are still not consistently meeting our stated goal of posting games two weeks or more before game day, and we apologize for that. We’re actively working to do better for our community. The schedule is always subject to change, and new sessions can be added at any time. Your best resource for the latest additions and changes is the Upcoming Games page on Warhorn — check it regularly. We aim to cancel with 48 hours notice when possible.
💬 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:
| Form | Link |
|---|---|
| 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 |
| Battle & Brew | Sandy Springs | TBD |
Will H (VL)
| Venue | Location | Coordinator |
|---|---|---|
| Manuel’s Tavern | Atlanta | Boo F |
| Giga-Bites Cafe | Marietta | Brienne S |
| Titan Games & Comics | Smyrna | TBD |
| Hobbytown USA | Kennesaw | Will D |
| East Atlanta Comics Dice City | Atlanta | Josh C |
Columbus – Dennis B (VC)
| Venue | Location | Coordinator |
|---|---|---|
| Moxie Games | Columbus | Dennis B |
VTT Coordinators
| Platform | Coordinator(s) |
|---|---|
| Foundry | James R, Josh C, Dennis B, Alex H |
| 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, Boo F, Christopher K, Jamey D, Josh C, Kaiser S, Steve H, Will D |
Convention Coordinators
| Convention | Coordinator |
|---|---|
| DragonCon | Joel H |
| MomoCon | Will H |
| Southern-Fried Gaming Expo | Steve H |
🤝 Volunteer Opportunities
Interested in helping AtlantaPFS grow and thrive? We’re always looking for dedicated volunteers to GM, coordinate venues, assist with conventions, and more.
Current Opportunities:
- DragonCon 2026 (September 3–7): We’re in the final month of scheduling and still short-handed — volunteer form is open now. Roster needs to be finalized by July 31.
- Southern-Fried Gaming Expo 2026 (July 31 – August 2): Steve H needs GMs and HQ — join the SFGE channel on Discord.
- CharCon 2026 (July 10–12, Charleston, WV): Support the Morgantown lodge at their first convention appearance — less than two weeks away. Reach out to Joel H if you can help.
- Venue Coordinators (Venture-Agents): Immediate needs at Titan Games & Comics (Smyrna) and Battle & Brew (Sandy Springs).
- Regional VO Opening: Charleston, WV (new lodge) — see Regional Roundup above for details.
- General GMs and Players: Especially needed in Mebane NC, Charlotte NC, Memphis TN, and Nashville TN.
Fill out our Volunteer Form to get started, or reach out to joel@atlantapfs.org. Learn more about Venture-Officer roles in the VO Handbook.
📅 Weekly Game Schedule June 28–July 4, 2026
Note: We’re aware that we are still not consistently meeting our two-weeks-or-more posting goal, and we apologize for that — we’re working to improve. The schedule is always subject to change and new games can be added at any time. Your best resource is the Upcoming Games page on Warhorn — check it regularly. Want a specific adventure? Use our Adventure Request Form!
| Day | Date | Time (EDT) | Venue | Scenario and Sign-Up Link |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saturday | July 4 | 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM | Fantasy Grounds Unity (VTT) | SFS2 1-00: Collision’s Wake |
🎲 Until Next Week, Pathfinders!
Thank you again to everyone who came out for Free RPG Day this past Saturday — Level-Up Games in Dawsonville was buzzing, and that’s exactly what we love to see.
Now let’s keep that energy moving: DragonCon needs volunteers, today, and Southern-Fried Gaming Expo needs hands for Steve H’s team. Both forms and Discord links are above — please don’t wait on these. And if Indianapolis is in your summer plans, Gen Con (July 30–August 2) is where Paizo will be making this year’s big announcements and kicking off the new Society season.
Watch the GeorgiaPFS Discord and the Warhorn agenda for additions and changes throughout the week. Roll well, friends — we’ll see you out there. ⚔️🌟
