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2017-03-20, 07:15 PM (ISO 8601)
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Low Fantasy Gaming RPG
Trying to keep posts relating to Low Fantasy Gaming rpg (d20 variant, old/new mechanics mix, focus on rules lite, gritty, low magic) in one spot, so I've started this thread.
To kick off, here's links to:
The free PDF: https://lowfantasygaming.com/freepdf/
Some free mini adventures: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=645444
Monk class: https://lowfantasygaming.com/2017/01/13/the-monk/
Weather tables: https://lowfantasygaming.com/2017/01/27/weather-tables/
Tavern tables: https://lowfantasygaming.com/2016/11/25/tavern-tables/
Renamed Spells for the Midlands setting: https://lowfantasygaming.com/2017/02...-the-midlands/
Currently there is a Free Shipping code via Lulu - FREEMAIL17 expires March 21, with which you could get the LFG softcover for about USD $7. Note I'm in Sydney, so this code may not work for a few hours yet in northern hemisphere countries. Low Fantasy Gaming RPG - Free PDF at the link: https://lowfantasygaming.com/
$1 Adventure Frameworks - RPG Mini Adventures: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=645444
Midlands Low Magic Sandbox Setting - https://lowfantasygaming.com/2017/12...x-setting-pdf/
GM Toolkits - Traps, Hirelings, Blackpowder, Mass Battle, 5e Hardmode, Olde World Loot http://www.drivethrurpg.com/browse/p...Fantasy-Gaming
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2017-03-21, 03:34 AM (ISO 8601)
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Re: Low Fantasy Gaming RPG
And this is probably the wrong forum to put this in...
If you see LFG as a D20 system then this should be in the D20 sub-forum.
If you see it as more not D20 than it is then it should be in the other RPGs sub-forum (which I think is usually where I see it mentioned).
I would suggest working out which forum this should be in and PMing a moderator to ask them to move it there.
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2017-03-21, 03:47 AM (ISO 8601)
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Re: Low Fantasy Gaming RPG
As much as OSR stuff tends to get on my nerves, I'm liking a lot of this from reading it. The generalized Exploits look like a lot of fun, the luck points mechanic seems pretty usable, and while it's still a bit too D&D for my taste I appreciate Clerics getting kicked. There's definitely some stuff here that's going to be
stolenborrowed for my own games.I would really like to see a game made by Obryn, Kurald Galain, and Knaight from these forums.
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2017-03-21, 04:34 AM (ISO 8601)
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I just wanted to say, I like this a lot. Using it for the third 1-on-1 campaign at the moment, one of them sci-fi with magic-users as psy-users and refluffed crossbows as blasters. After adding a handful of technology related skills, it worked surprisingly well. There are just two wishes / suggestions / houserules I have: a scaling bonus to armor class to keep high level warriors from hitting each other every round (I use one-third the Attack Bonus granted by character class, rounded down) and some alternatives to replace Dark & Dangerous Magic Table as a drawback for magic (it's quite specific and not equally suited for every setting I make, plus I like the idea of having different traditions of magic that carry different risks and pay different prices for power in the same setting).
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2017-03-22, 03:02 AM (ISO 8601)
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Argh you're right. LFG is kinda it's own thing, although it uses the OGL. It has low magic base, mix of old and modern mechanics, with some new stuff thrown in. Looking at the forum categories I'd call it a d20 variant. If any mods read this, by all means please relocate this thread into the d20 forum.
Low Fantasy Gaming RPG - Free PDF at the link: https://lowfantasygaming.com/
$1 Adventure Frameworks - RPG Mini Adventures: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=645444
Midlands Low Magic Sandbox Setting - https://lowfantasygaming.com/2017/12...x-setting-pdf/
GM Toolkits - Traps, Hirelings, Blackpowder, Mass Battle, 5e Hardmode, Olde World Loot http://www.drivethrurpg.com/browse/p...Fantasy-Gaming
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2017-03-22, 03:05 AM (ISO 8601)
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Re: Low Fantasy Gaming RPG
Low Fantasy Gaming RPG - Free PDF at the link: https://lowfantasygaming.com/
$1 Adventure Frameworks - RPG Mini Adventures: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=645444
Midlands Low Magic Sandbox Setting - https://lowfantasygaming.com/2017/12...x-setting-pdf/
GM Toolkits - Traps, Hirelings, Blackpowder, Mass Battle, 5e Hardmode, Olde World Loot http://www.drivethrurpg.com/browse/p...Fantasy-Gaming
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2017-03-22, 03:12 AM (ISO 8601)
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That sci-fi refluff sounds AWESOME.
And I think your two suggestions are both good ones. The boost to AC could also be accommodated via Unique Abilities for individual PCs, but I understand you're after an across the board tweak. I especially like swapping out the DDM table for say a Wild Elemental Table or Wild Nature Table for a druid like character. Or just more of a "Chaos Magic" table (more standardish "wild magic"), and so on.Low Fantasy Gaming RPG - Free PDF at the link: https://lowfantasygaming.com/
$1 Adventure Frameworks - RPG Mini Adventures: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=645444
Midlands Low Magic Sandbox Setting - https://lowfantasygaming.com/2017/12...x-setting-pdf/
GM Toolkits - Traps, Hirelings, Blackpowder, Mass Battle, 5e Hardmode, Olde World Loot http://www.drivethrurpg.com/browse/p...Fantasy-Gaming
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2017-03-22, 03:13 AM (ISO 8601)
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Re: Low Fantasy Gaming RPG
Mini adventure #18 is out: https://lowfantasygaming.com/2017/03...he-dwarf-lord/
Low Fantasy Gaming RPG - Free PDF at the link: https://lowfantasygaming.com/
$1 Adventure Frameworks - RPG Mini Adventures: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=645444
Midlands Low Magic Sandbox Setting - https://lowfantasygaming.com/2017/12...x-setting-pdf/
GM Toolkits - Traps, Hirelings, Blackpowder, Mass Battle, 5e Hardmode, Olde World Loot http://www.drivethrurpg.com/browse/p...Fantasy-Gaming
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2017-03-25, 01:10 PM (ISO 8601)
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Re: Low Fantasy Gaming RPG
Nice! Thank you for the resource.
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2017-03-27, 06:32 AM (ISO 8601)
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25% off Lulu prints at the moment (expires 28 Mar): code LULU25
Low Fantasy Gaming RPG - Free PDF at the link: https://lowfantasygaming.com/
$1 Adventure Frameworks - RPG Mini Adventures: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=645444
Midlands Low Magic Sandbox Setting - https://lowfantasygaming.com/2017/12...x-setting-pdf/
GM Toolkits - Traps, Hirelings, Blackpowder, Mass Battle, 5e Hardmode, Olde World Loot http://www.drivethrurpg.com/browse/p...Fantasy-Gaming
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2017-03-28, 07:27 PM (ISO 8601)
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Lulu Free Shipping code FREEMAIL17 expires 29 March (the LFG softcover is about USD $7 with free shipping :))
Low Fantasy Gaming RPG - Free PDF at the link: https://lowfantasygaming.com/
$1 Adventure Frameworks - RPG Mini Adventures: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=645444
Midlands Low Magic Sandbox Setting - https://lowfantasygaming.com/2017/12...x-setting-pdf/
GM Toolkits - Traps, Hirelings, Blackpowder, Mass Battle, 5e Hardmode, Olde World Loot http://www.drivethrurpg.com/browse/p...Fantasy-Gaming
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2017-03-31, 05:02 AM (ISO 8601)
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The Ranger for LFG :D https://lowfantasygaming.com/2017/03/31/the-ranger/
Low Fantasy Gaming RPG - Free PDF at the link: https://lowfantasygaming.com/
$1 Adventure Frameworks - RPG Mini Adventures: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=645444
Midlands Low Magic Sandbox Setting - https://lowfantasygaming.com/2017/12...x-setting-pdf/
GM Toolkits - Traps, Hirelings, Blackpowder, Mass Battle, 5e Hardmode, Olde World Loot http://www.drivethrurpg.com/browse/p...Fantasy-Gaming
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2017-04-05, 09:56 PM (ISO 8601)
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Lulu 10% Off and Free Shipping on Print and Photo Books. Use Code SHIPSAVE17 - expires April 7. Note I'm in Sydney so the code might not work for a few hours in the northern hemisphere :)
Low Fantasy Gaming RPG - Free PDF at the link: https://lowfantasygaming.com/
$1 Adventure Frameworks - RPG Mini Adventures: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=645444
Midlands Low Magic Sandbox Setting - https://lowfantasygaming.com/2017/12...x-setting-pdf/
GM Toolkits - Traps, Hirelings, Blackpowder, Mass Battle, 5e Hardmode, Olde World Loot http://www.drivethrurpg.com/browse/p...Fantasy-Gaming
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2017-04-05, 10:28 PM (ISO 8601)
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Re: Low Fantasy Gaming RPG
I just want to say that I've been liking it for a while, though I never had any chance to play it (I would if only I have people to play games with )
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2017-04-06, 06:39 AM (ISO 8601)
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Low Fantasy Gaming RPG - Free PDF at the link: https://lowfantasygaming.com/
$1 Adventure Frameworks - RPG Mini Adventures: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=645444
Midlands Low Magic Sandbox Setting - https://lowfantasygaming.com/2017/12...x-setting-pdf/
GM Toolkits - Traps, Hirelings, Blackpowder, Mass Battle, 5e Hardmode, Olde World Loot http://www.drivethrurpg.com/browse/p...Fantasy-Gaming
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2017-04-06, 06:41 AM (ISO 8601)
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Mini adventure #19 is out: It Came from the Sewers :D
https://lowfantasygaming.com/2017/04...om-the-sewers/Low Fantasy Gaming RPG - Free PDF at the link: https://lowfantasygaming.com/
$1 Adventure Frameworks - RPG Mini Adventures: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=645444
Midlands Low Magic Sandbox Setting - https://lowfantasygaming.com/2017/12...x-setting-pdf/
GM Toolkits - Traps, Hirelings, Blackpowder, Mass Battle, 5e Hardmode, Olde World Loot http://www.drivethrurpg.com/browse/p...Fantasy-Gaming
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2017-04-21, 07:24 PM (ISO 8601)
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Mini adventure #20 is out: Spire of the Void Caller
https://lowfantasygaming.com/2017/04...e-void-caller/Low Fantasy Gaming RPG - Free PDF at the link: https://lowfantasygaming.com/
$1 Adventure Frameworks - RPG Mini Adventures: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=645444
Midlands Low Magic Sandbox Setting - https://lowfantasygaming.com/2017/12...x-setting-pdf/
GM Toolkits - Traps, Hirelings, Blackpowder, Mass Battle, 5e Hardmode, Olde World Loot http://www.drivethrurpg.com/browse/p...Fantasy-Gaming
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2017-05-08, 06:58 AM (ISO 8601)
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Mini adventure #21 is out: Eventide Isle
https://lowfantasygaming.com/2017/05/08/eventide-isle/Low Fantasy Gaming RPG - Free PDF at the link: https://lowfantasygaming.com/
$1 Adventure Frameworks - RPG Mini Adventures: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=645444
Midlands Low Magic Sandbox Setting - https://lowfantasygaming.com/2017/12...x-setting-pdf/
GM Toolkits - Traps, Hirelings, Blackpowder, Mass Battle, 5e Hardmode, Olde World Loot http://www.drivethrurpg.com/browse/p...Fantasy-Gaming
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2017-05-20, 06:38 PM (ISO 8601)
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Low Fantasy Gaming RPG - Free PDF at the link: https://lowfantasygaming.com/
$1 Adventure Frameworks - RPG Mini Adventures: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=645444
Midlands Low Magic Sandbox Setting - https://lowfantasygaming.com/2017/12...x-setting-pdf/
GM Toolkits - Traps, Hirelings, Blackpowder, Mass Battle, 5e Hardmode, Olde World Loot http://www.drivethrurpg.com/browse/p...Fantasy-Gaming
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2017-05-24, 03:03 AM (ISO 8601)
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Mini adventure #22 is out: Varn Karagoss
https://lowfantasygaming.com/2017/05/23/varn-karagoss/Low Fantasy Gaming RPG - Free PDF at the link: https://lowfantasygaming.com/
$1 Adventure Frameworks - RPG Mini Adventures: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=645444
Midlands Low Magic Sandbox Setting - https://lowfantasygaming.com/2017/12...x-setting-pdf/
GM Toolkits - Traps, Hirelings, Blackpowder, Mass Battle, 5e Hardmode, Olde World Loot http://www.drivethrurpg.com/browse/p...Fantasy-Gaming
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2017-05-25, 02:03 PM (ISO 8601)
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Re: Low Fantasy Gaming RPG
I like the map, but it is a bit diffucult to judge distances in the back where the perspective makes the small bar scale unusable.
Is there such a thing as a "recommended party level" for the adventures?
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2017-05-25, 04:58 PM (ISO 8601)
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Yes true the map is just for rough distances and relative locations. I was half tempted to remove the scale bar altogether, but some guide is probably better than none (or perhaps I can modify that, make it larger).
There are no recommended levels for the mini adventures. Low Fantasy Gaming rpg uses a formal Party Retreat rule as its "balancing" mechanic (along with improvisational chase rules). For PF, 5e etc it's pretty easy to swap out monsters/traps to suit your system/party level.Low Fantasy Gaming RPG - Free PDF at the link: https://lowfantasygaming.com/
$1 Adventure Frameworks - RPG Mini Adventures: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=645444
Midlands Low Magic Sandbox Setting - https://lowfantasygaming.com/2017/12...x-setting-pdf/
GM Toolkits - Traps, Hirelings, Blackpowder, Mass Battle, 5e Hardmode, Olde World Loot http://www.drivethrurpg.com/browse/p...Fantasy-Gaming
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2017-05-26, 02:46 PM (ISO 8601)
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It's definitely better to have a map. If I use it, I'll probably sell the sketchy scale bar and the distortion as features and tell the players that the in-game maps they bought are just not accurate enough to provide entirely reliable distances. I took a look at some medieval maps and some of them really were nothing more than a string of the relative location of cities and settlements. And that's without places that are hidden from detection by magic and surveyors that tend to fall prey to owlbears in the line of duty.
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2017-05-26, 04:30 PM (ISO 8601)
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That sounds cool. Just FYI I will be releasing the high res crystal clear version for free download (personal use) on the site once the setting book is out (not too far away now, some art pending). Two versions actually: one with the names and one without names, so the GM can use Paint or Gimp 2.8 or whatever to put their own names on/other location icons/whatever they want :)
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Low Fantasy Gaming RPG - Free PDF at the link: https://lowfantasygaming.com/
$1 Adventure Frameworks - RPG Mini Adventures: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=645444
Midlands Low Magic Sandbox Setting - https://lowfantasygaming.com/2017/12...x-setting-pdf/
GM Toolkits - Traps, Hirelings, Blackpowder, Mass Battle, 5e Hardmode, Olde World Loot http://www.drivethrurpg.com/browse/p...Fantasy-Gaming
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2017-06-08, 07:24 PM (ISO 8601)
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With 10% off and Free Shipping, you can get the Low Fantasy Gaming RPG softcover for about USD $6 via Lulu - code BOOKSHIP17 Expires June 12
Low Fantasy Gaming RPG - Free PDF at the link: https://lowfantasygaming.com/
$1 Adventure Frameworks - RPG Mini Adventures: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=645444
Midlands Low Magic Sandbox Setting - https://lowfantasygaming.com/2017/12...x-setting-pdf/
GM Toolkits - Traps, Hirelings, Blackpowder, Mass Battle, 5e Hardmode, Olde World Loot http://www.drivethrurpg.com/browse/p...Fantasy-Gaming
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2017-06-10, 06:04 PM (ISO 8601)
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Adventure Framework #23 is out: Red Moon Harvest https://lowfantasygaming.com/2017/06...-moon-harvest/
Low Fantasy Gaming RPG - Free PDF at the link: https://lowfantasygaming.com/
$1 Adventure Frameworks - RPG Mini Adventures: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=645444
Midlands Low Magic Sandbox Setting - https://lowfantasygaming.com/2017/12...x-setting-pdf/
GM Toolkits - Traps, Hirelings, Blackpowder, Mass Battle, 5e Hardmode, Olde World Loot http://www.drivethrurpg.com/browse/p...Fantasy-Gaming
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2017-06-23, 03:46 PM (ISO 8601)
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Mini adventure #24 is out: Battle for Rivertop https://www.patreon.com/posts/24-battle-for-11972273
Low Fantasy Gaming RPG - Free PDF at the link: https://lowfantasygaming.com/
$1 Adventure Frameworks - RPG Mini Adventures: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=645444
Midlands Low Magic Sandbox Setting - https://lowfantasygaming.com/2017/12...x-setting-pdf/
GM Toolkits - Traps, Hirelings, Blackpowder, Mass Battle, 5e Hardmode, Olde World Loot http://www.drivethrurpg.com/browse/p...Fantasy-Gaming
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2017-08-01, 07:28 AM (ISO 8601)
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Re: Low Fantasy Gaming RPG
Well done Psikerlord, I really like the look of this system and I'm hoping my regular group will like it too so I can run something for them.
I am curious as to why it uses a roll-under mechanic for skills but the more modern roll-plus-modifier method for attacks. For a game that's intended to be fast-paced and rules-light, is there something wrong with just using die-plus-modifier for everything as 5E does?
Also, when you use this system do you tend to use a grid for combat or theatre of the mind style? Do you recommend one over the other? I like the idea of theatre of the mind for the sake of gameplay speed and flow, but in a game like D&D with very tactical combat rules I find the grid is necessary. Is LFG different in this respect?Last edited by HidesHisEyes; 2017-08-01 at 07:30 AM.
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2017-08-01, 07:38 AM (ISO 8601)
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Thanks HHE. Well the intention was to make attributes more relevant, instead of just a number that generates a modifier. Eg making an Int 15 roll under check is very different to a roll under Int 8 check, but if you convert those to modifiers and a DC, it is only a +2 bonus vs a -1 bonus on a d20 roll. Also, I personally like the idea that the player can gauge his chance of success before even rolling (eg if I have a PC with Dex 15, I know he's going to succeed in most Dex checks - subject to modifiers). On the other hand, it is pretty easy to convert to a 5e like DC regime for greater consistency :)
Low Fantasy Gaming RPG - Free PDF at the link: https://lowfantasygaming.com/
$1 Adventure Frameworks - RPG Mini Adventures: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=645444
Midlands Low Magic Sandbox Setting - https://lowfantasygaming.com/2017/12...x-setting-pdf/
GM Toolkits - Traps, Hirelings, Blackpowder, Mass Battle, 5e Hardmode, Olde World Loot http://www.drivethrurpg.com/browse/p...Fantasy-Gaming
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2017-08-01, 08:42 AM (ISO 8601)
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