AtlantaPFS Weekly Update
🎲 August 2 – August 8 — Welcome Back, Pathfinders!
It’s a huge weekend for the hobby: Southern-Fried Gaming Expo is happening right now here in Atlanta, Gen Con just wrapped up its keynote in Indianapolis, and the Raleigh lodge just got back from a great showing at GalaxyCon. We’ve also got the final word on DragonCon 2026 — the volunteer roster has closed and the schedule is in — and an update from Playthrough. Lots to cover, so let’s get into it.
🎰 Southern-Fried Gaming Expo — Join Us Today or Tomorrow!
July 31 – August 2, 2026 – The Renaissance Atlanta Waverly Hotel & Convention Center
Southern-Fried is underway right now, and there’s still time to swing by today (Saturday) or tomorrow (Sunday) before it wraps up. Thank you to everyone who’s already come out to play or run a game with us this weekend — and if you haven’t made it out yet, there’s still time! Watch the AtlantaPFS Discord for last-minute updates.
🎲 Gen Con 2026 — Paizo’s Keynote Recap
🎤 What Paizo Announced This Week
Gen Con wraps up tomorrow, and Paizo used its keynote to unveil a genuinely huge slate of upcoming products. No Organized Play changes were part of the keynote itself — this is all about what’s coming to your shelf (and table):
Debuting at Gen Con
- 13 Omens — an all-new, rules-light horror storytelling game from Paizo, played with six-sided dice. Full launch is October 13. More at 13omens.com.
- Impossible Magic — a new Pathfinder sourcebook debuting at the Paizo booth, featuring four classes (Summoner, Magus, Necromancer, Runesmith), 240+ spells including new “impossible spells,” archetypes, arcane schools, and items.
- Bastion of Blasphemies — a horror-themed Pathfinder Adventure Path for levels 5–13, set in a haunted castle that’s been part of Golarion lore since the beginning, with ties to the Beginner Box.
- Absalom Station: Center of the Galaxy — a Starfinder deep dive into Absalom Station, with new districts, NPCs, rules, archetypes, ancestries, and a poster map.
- Assault at Absalom Station — a new Starfinder novel and sequel to last year’s story.
- Pathfinder Dice Gods — a dice-drafting game getting its pre-release at Gen Con ahead of an official September launch.
Coming This Fall (Sept–Nov 2026)
- The Dead God’s Hand — a Pathfinder adventure (levels 1–7) with deep Aroden lore.
- Cheliax: Infernal Inheritance — a new Lost Omens book in October, following up on the Hellfire Crisis.
- Feybound — a Pathfinder rulebook in November centered on the Yestereve Revels, with new fey ancestries, a First World gazetteer, and fey/fairytale-inspired creatures and items.
- The Vaultlines — a Darklands-themed Adventure Path (levels 11–20) also arriving in November.
- Secrets of the Swarm — a Starfinder Adventure Path (levels 6–10) in September, callback to a 1st-edition interactive special, with six new ancestries.
- Starfinder Tech Core — finally arriving in October, with all-new tactical starship combat, two refined classes (Technomancer and Mechanic), and more ancestries.
- Paizo Printables Season 2 — the next wave of 3D-printable miniature STLs, including Lovecraftian horror designs.
Looking Ahead to 2027
The keynote also previewed a packed 2027, including Lost Omens: Sagalands (May, a return to Varisia, Irrisen, and the Lands of the Linnorm Kings), Invaders from the Dark (June, a Golarion alien-invasion Adventure Path built to showcase Pathfinder/Starfinder compatibility — yes, there’s a hoverbike), a Starfinder Beginner Box (May), and Pathfinder Tome of Dungeons at Gen Con 2027, introducing two new classes (Daredevil and Slayer) and two new ancestries (Awakened Ooze and Gargoyle).
Check out Paizo’s Gen Con blog for booth details and deals, or catch the full keynote video here.
📋 Organized Play Rule Updates (Published July 16)
Separate from the keynote, Paizo published a rule-update blog ahead of Gen Con laying out “Program Alignment” changes that took effect with the July 30 launch of Pathfinder Society Year 8 and Starfinder Society Season 2 — these directly affect how we run tables:
- Pathfinder Society: scenarios (and eventually other sanctioned adventures) become repeatable for different characters. New characters can start at 1st, 3rd, 5th, or 7th level, with more flexibility for how pregen credit gets applied. Pathfinder Provisions is going away, replaced by a bespoke kit of consumables handed out at mission briefing and returned afterward. Monster stat blocks from other sourcebooks are coming back in a combined appendix.
- Starfinder Society: Slow Track advancement is being added, letting players opt into half credit on a scenario-by-scenario basis. GM ranks are also arriving, called Nebulas, mirroring Glyphs and Stars.
Read the full rundown on Paizo’s blog.
🐉 DragonCon 2026 — Roster Closed, Thank You!
🐉 The Schedule Is In
DragonCon 2026: September 3–7, 2026 — Labor Day Weekend, Atlanta, GA
The volunteer sign-up period for DragonCon 2026 has closed, and our final schedule has been submitted to DragonCon leadership for upload to the gaming subdomain ahead of ticket sales. Thanks to a huge wave of last-minute sign-ups, we ended up covering just over 60% of our planned schedule — a real improvement from where we started, and a massive thank-you to everyone who volunteered.
As in past years, both of our interactive specials will run as charity games, with all ticket sales benefiting DragonCon’s 2026 charity partner. We’ll also be running Battle for Hellknight Hill in three time slots as a charity game, plus at-the-table donations throughout the convention.
Once our games go live on gaming.dragoncon.org, we’ll be making a big push across Discord, both websites, and directly to our volunteers — so watch for that soon!
🎮 An Update on Playthrough 2026
Passed along from the Raleigh lodge: Playthrough, the developer-focused gaming showcase some of our members have attended, won’t be running in 2026. The organizers say it’s a small team working around day jobs and family life, and one of their own families just welcomed a new baby — so rather than rush out another show before they’re ready, they’re taking the year to make the next one better. They’re not going anywhere: they’re inviting the community to keep hanging out and discovering new games together on their Discord in the meantime, and they’re asking for feedback on what makes the show worth attending. They’re aiming to be back in 2027.
📢 Current Announcements & Updates
🙏 A Quick Apology, Still in Effect
We’re still working to get our Warhorn postings back to a full two-week lead time for sign-ups. We know short notice makes it harder to plan around work and family, and we appreciate your patience while we tighten up our internal process. Thank you for continuing to jump in when you’re able.
🖥️ Fantasy Grounds Unity: Scheduled All the Way Through November
Quick reminder for our VTT players: the Starfinder Society Fantasy Grounds Unity schedule keeps rolling 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.
🏆 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
🎉 GalaxyCon Raleigh — Thank You!
After months of back-and-forth between GalaxyCon’s gaming lead and the Raleigh lodge, organized play made it onto the show floor at GalaxyCon Raleigh, July 23–26. Thank you to everyone from the Raleigh lodge who came out to run or play a game — exactly the kind of event that puts Pathfinder and Starfinder in front of a whole new audience.
🎲 Columbus Lodge Still Gearing Up
Columbus continues preparing to get games back on the calendar at Moxie Games. Keep an eye on their Warhorn page over the coming weeks, and if you’d like to help build momentum, reach out to Dennis B or through the GeorgiaPFS Discord.
🎉 Morgantown Gearing Up for WVPopCon
Fresh off CharCon, the Morgantown, WV lodge is preparing for its next convention appearance at WVPopCon, August 22–23 at Mylan Park in Morgantown. The lodge could still use more regular GMs and players at its home venue, Wyvern’s Wargames. Reach out to Joel H or through the GeorgiaPFS Discord if you can help.
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.
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 — Today & Tomorrow!
July 31 – August 2, 2026 – The Renaissance Atlanta Waverly Hotel & Convention Center
Last chance to join us this weekend — watch the AtlantaPFS Discord for any last-minute updates as the convention wraps up.
🌟 DragonCon 2026 – September 3–7
Our volunteer roster is closed and the schedule has been submitted. Once our games are listed on gaming.dragoncon.org and ticket sales open, we’ll share the news everywhere — Discord, both websites, and directly to volunteers.
🎨 LUGCon — October 1–4, 2026
Gas South Convention Center, Duluth, GA. We’re gearing up to support LUGCon again this fall — Steve H is coordinating our volunteer presence. Watch this space for sign-up details.
🎨 Anime Weekend Atlanta — November 19–22, 2026
Georgia World Congress Center, Atlanta, GA. AWA is back this fall, and we’re planning to be there — James R is coordinating our volunteer presence. Watch this space for sign-up details.
🆕 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!
💬 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 |
| LUGCon | Steve H |
| Anime Weekend Atlanta | James R |
🤝 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:
- LUGCon (October 1–4): We’re gearing up to support LUGCon again this fall. Reach out to Steve H if you’d like to help.
- Anime Weekend Atlanta (November 19–22): Planning is underway for our AWA presence. Reach out to James R if you’d like to 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 August 2 – August 8, 2026
As always, the schedule below is subject to change and new games can be added at any time — your best resource is the Upcoming Games page on Warhorn. Want a specific adventure? Use our Adventure Request Form!
| Day | Date | Time (EDT) | Venue | Scenario and Sign-Up Link |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Monday | August 3 | 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM | Virtual (Fantasy Grounds Unity) | SFS2 1-09: Abduction — Full |
| Tuesday | August 4 | 6:30 PM – 11:00 PM | Battle & Brew (Sandy Springs) | PFS2 3-12: Fury’s Toll |
| Wednesday | August 5 | 7:15 PM – 11:00 PM | Manuel’s Tavern | PFS2 AP 190: The Choosing (Stolen Fate 1 of 3) |
| Thursday | August 6 | 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM | Manuel’s Tavern | PFS2 8-01: Intro: Year of Clockwork Mystery |
| Thursday | August 6 | 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM | Virtual (Fantasy Grounds Unity) | SFS2 1-10: Rites of Rekindling |
| Saturday | August 8 | 10:30 AM – 11:00 PM | The Crazy Book Lady (Acworth) | PFS2 AP 193: Mantle of Gold (Sky King’s Tomb 1 of 3) |
| Saturday | August 8 | 11:00 AM – 1:30 PM | Level-Up Games (Dawsonville) | SFS2 1-03: Disaster at Dreamlink Labs |
| Saturday | August 8 | 1:30 PM – 4:00 PM | Level-Up Games (Dawsonville) | SFS2 1-04: The Great Absalom Relay |
Our Monday and Thursday evening Fantasy Grounds Unity slots are our regular AtlantaPFS virtual games — check Warhorn for those sign-ups directly. No physical game is currently posted for Sunday, August 2 — check Warhorn for any last-minute additions.
🎲 Until Next Week, Pathfinders!
What a week — Southern-Fried is in full swing, Gen Con delivered a big slate of Organized Play changes and 2027 previews, Raleigh had a great turnout at GalaxyCon, and DragonCon’s volunteer roster is officially closed with just over 60% of our schedule covered. Thank you to everyone who made that happen. Watch for the big DragonCon announcement once tickets go live, and keep an eye out for LUGCon and Anime Weekend Atlanta volunteer sign-ups coming soon.
Watch the GeorgiaPFS Discord and the Warhorn agenda for additions and changes throughout the week. Roll well, friends — we’ll see you out there. ⚔️🎲
