AtlantaPFS Weekly Update
🎲 August 30 – September 5 — DRAGONCON IS HERE!
The biggest weekend of the year is upon us! DragonCon starts THIS THURSDAY and runs through Labor Day. Pathfinder and Starfinder Society gaming takes place on the 2nd floor of AmericasMart Building 3 — see the floor plan below. If you haven’t grabbed your tickets yet, get them now at gaming.dragoncon.org. This week’s local schedule is light because everyone’s gearing up for the con — so come join us there!
🐉 DRAGONCON 2026 — STARTS THURSDAY!
September 3–7, 2026 — Labor Day Weekend, Atlanta, GA
It’s finally here! DragonCon kicks off Thursday, September 3rd and runs through Monday. Here’s everything you need to know:
Where to Find Us:
AmericasMart Building 3, 2nd Floor — see the floor plan below. Look for the PFS/SFS 4-Hour Event Areas and PFS/SFS Quest Events sections.
How to Get Tickets:
Visit gaming.dragoncon.org and click Search Events. From the Select Area dropdown, choose Role-Playing Games (Campaign). Then use the Select Game System dropdown to filter for Pathfinder Society or Starfinder Society.
Our DragonCon Volunteer Team: Huge thanks to Dennis B (Venture-Captain, Columbus), Courtney (Venture-Lieutenant, Statesboro), Brad G (Venture-Captain, Online PbP), and Arion and Raymond (Venture-Officers from Alabama, Gulf Region) for stepping up to help staff our tables!
FLOOR PLAN: AmericasMart Building 3, Floor 2 — Gaming Areas
🎲 Game and Geek Expo — Raleigh, NC
September 5–6, 2026 — Raleigh, NC
Coming up right after DragonCon: the Raleigh lodge will be at Game and Geek Expo September 5–6! If you’re in the Raleigh area, come out and support them. More info at gameandgeek.com.
📋 Organized Play Rule Updates (Published July 16)
Paizo published a rule-update blog 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.
🎮 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 describe themselves as a small team working around day jobs and family life, and say 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 inviting the community to keep hanging out and discovering 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 return 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.
📍 New Venue: Level-Up Games (Buford)!
We’re excited to welcome a brand-new venue to the AtlantaPFS family: Level-Up Games in Buford. This is a genuinely new location for both AtlantaPFS and Level-Up itself — Level-Up relocated from their old Duluth location (where we used to have coverage) out to Buford, so this is new ground for everyone. Jamey D is stepping up as Venture-Agent for the new location. Welcome, Jamey, and welcome, Level-Up Buford!
With Jamey’s move to Buford, Steve H is covering Johns Creek on an interim basis in addition to his regular Dawsonville duties — and the good news is, it’s working: Johns Creek has a game on the books this week. Still, ad hoc coverage isn’t a permanent fix — see the volunteer call below if you’d like to help take that load off Steve long-term.
🏆 Hall of Heroes
Visit our Hall of Heroes page to honor those we’ve lost from our gaming community.
🎬 Rocky Horror Picture Show Night — In Memory of Tim Curry
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.
This year, we do this with heavy hearts. Tim Curry, the legendary Dr. Frank-N-Furter, passed away recently. We want to give him the raucous, celebratory sendoff he’d be proud of — costumes, callbacks, and all the chaos we can muster. Let’s make it unforgettable.
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.
📈 AtlantaPFS Growth Snapshot: Q2 vs. Q1 2026
We can’t publicly share raw table or player counts (those fall under our officer NDA with Paizo), but percentage trends are fair game — and they tell a good story about where AtlantaPFS is headed. These figures cover retail, virtual, and acquisition events only — larger conventions are reported directly to Paizo and aren’t included here. Comparing Q2 to Q1 (Q3 is still too new to include):
| Category | Q1 → Q2 Change |
|---|---|
| Retail PFS2 Sessions | ▲ +31% |
| Retail SFS2 Sessions | ▼ -80% |
| Retail SFS1 Sessions | New this quarter |
| Unique GMs | ▲ +8% |
| Unique Players | ▼ -23% |
| New Players | ▼ -100% |
PFS2 tables and our GM roster both grew this quarter. That -80% on SFS2, though — that’s a real drop, and it’s worth calling out plainly: if you’re a GM sitting on a Starfinder scenario you haven’t run in a while, this is your sign. We’d love to see that number turn around next quarter. New-player numbers also pulled back hard, which is worth keeping an eye on — if you know someone thinking about trying Society play for the first time, now’s a great time to bring them out.
🌄 Regional Roundup – Appalachian Region News
🎉 Thank You, WVPopCon!
A huge thank you to everyone who came out to WVPopCon last weekend in Morgantown! The lodge had a fantastic showing and we appreciate everyone who played, GMed, or just stopped by to say hello.
Critical: Venture-Officer Opening in Chattanooga, TN
We’re restarting our search for a Venture-Officer in the Chattanooga area — our previous lead there didn’t end up working out. To be direct about it: this lodge cannot become active again without at least one officer stepping up. Chattanooga relaunched in 2025 and just needs someone consistent to build on that momentum. If that’s you, or you know someone who’d be great at it, reach out through the GeorgiaPFS Discord or at rvcapparegionop@gmail.com.
🎲 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.
Venture-Officer Opening: Charleston, WV — A Possible New Lodge
We’re exploring the possibility of a new lodge in Charleston, WV. The idea grew out of things like CharCon showing there’s real interest in the Charleston area, plus wanting to avoid stretching Morgantown and Vienna’s officers too thin if Charleston turns out to be too far a drive for them to cover reliably. Interested in being the person who builds it? 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.
- Morgantown, WV – Could use more regular GMs and players at Wyvern’s Wargames.
Regional Resources
- Appalachian Region Hub: appaopregion.org — check this week’s update there for the full six-state schedule, the regional growth snapshot, and upcoming convention details
- Facebook: Appalachian Region Organized Play
- X (Twitter): @AppaRegionOP | BlueSky: @apparegionop.bsky.social
- Mastodon: @apparvc@dice.camp
📅 Upcoming Events at a Glance
🌟 DragonCon 2026 — September 3–7 — STARTS THURSDAY!
The biggest gaming weekend of the year! Tickets at gaming.dragoncon.org. See floor plan above. Special thanks to our volunteer team: Dennis B (Columbus), Courtney (Statesboro), Brad G (Online PbP), and Arion and Raymond (Alabama, Gulf Region)!
🎲 Game and Geek Expo — September 5–6
Raleigh, NC. The Raleigh lodge will be there! gameandgeek.com
🎨 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 and could use your help. Watch this space for sign-up details.
🎨 Multiverse — October 16–18, 2026
Hilton Peachtree City, Peachtree City, GA. AtlantaPFS is planning to be at Multiverse again this year, and we need volunteers to make it happen. Reach out to joel@atlantapfs.org if you’d like to help staff it. Learn more at multiversecon.org.
🎨 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 and could use your help. 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 | Buford | Jamey D |
| Level-Up Games | Johns Creek | Steve H (interim) |
| 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 |
| Multiverse | TBD |
| Anime Weekend Atlanta | James R |
🤝🚨 Volunteer Opportunities — We’re Dying for Officers
Every one of these is an open, unfilled role right now.
Interested in helping AtlantaPFS grow and thrive? We’re always looking for dedicated volunteers to GM, coordinate venues, assist with conventions, and more — but right now, officer coverage is genuinely thin. Here’s where we need you most:
🔴 Highest Priority: Venue & Lodge Coverage
Without enough officers, scheduling gets erratic and sporadic as the officers we do have get overtaxed trying to cover more ground than they reasonably can — and in the worst case, we end up having to scale back our footprint. It’s not just weekly venues, either: the same shortage limits how many conventions and acquisition events we’re able to staff.
- Titan Games & Comics (Smyrna): No VA currently assigned.
- Battle & Brew (Sandy Springs): No VA currently assigned.
- Level-Up Games (Johns Creek): Steve H is covering it on top of Dawsonville for now, but that’s not sustainable long-term.
- Chattanooga, TN: This lodge cannot get active again without at least one officer stepping up — see Regional Roundup above.
- Charleston, WV: A possible new-lodge expansion we’re exploring, so Morgantown and Vienna’s officers aren’t stretched too thin — see Regional Roundup above.
🟡 Convention Volunteers
- 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.
- Multiverse (October 16–18): We’re planning to be at Multiverse again this year and need volunteers. Reach out to joel@atlantapfs.org if interested.
- Anime Weekend Atlanta (November 19–22): Planning is underway for our AWA presence. Reach out to James R if you’d like to help.
🟢 GMs and Players
Especially needed in Mebane NC, Charlotte NC, Memphis TN, and Nashville TN.
Don’t wait to be asked — reach out today. Fill out our Volunteer Form, or email joel@atlantapfs.org directly. Learn more about what Venture-Officer roles actually involve in the VO Handbook — most of it is showing up and caring, not deep expertise.
📅 AtlantaPFS Weekly Game Schedule August 30 – September 5, 2026
🐉 Light Week — DragonCon Starts Thursday!
This week’s schedule is intentionally light because DragonCon begins Thursday and most of our GMs and players will be there! If you’re not heading to DragonCon, we still have a few tables running — but seriously, come join us at the con. It’s the biggest Pathfinder/Starfinder event of the year in the region.
| Day | Date | Time (EDT) | Venue | Scenario and Sign-Up Link |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tuesday | September 1 | 6:30 PM – 10:30 PM | Battle & Brew (Sandy Springs) | PFS2 3-05: Inheritor’s Rite |
All times Eastern Daylight Time (EDT). The schedule is subject to change and new sessions can be added at any time — check Warhorn regularly for the latest.
🎲 Until Next Week, Pathfinders!
DRAGONCON IS HERE! Join us at AmericasMart Building 3 starting Thursday for the biggest Pathfinder and Starfinder Society event of the year. If you can’t make it, we’ll see you back at the regular tables next week. To everyone coming out: bring your best characters, your wildest ideas, and your love of the game. Let’s make this DragonCon unforgettable. Roll well, friends — we’ll see you there! ⚔️🎲
