If you thought man's past was dark, wait until you see his future.Grab it for free.
Welcome to the Dark Horizons universe. This campaign setting for d20 Future expands on the universe introduced in the critically acclaimedvideo game by Max Gaming Technologies.
In this setting, the year is 2610, and the universe as you know it has changed. Mankind has conquered the the galaxy; technological breakthroughs such as the Core Implant, the quantum electrino drive, and cybergenetics have altered his way of life forever.
Anything is possible in a Dark Horizons universe campaign.
Here are just a few examples of characters you might play:
-- A Myrmidon, equipped with the latest powered armor
-- An Emergency Nano-Tech using nanotechnology
-- An Encoder accessing systems with your drone
-- A Free Trader piloting your starship
-- A Valence Enforcer with innate bio-electrical weaponry
-- A Cy-Gen Genomorph altering your physiology as you fight
-- A Nomad Huntsman striking terror into your prey
This setting introduces 8 new Advanced classes, new weapons, gadgets, vehicles, and powered armors, as well as Tech Programs (a "replacement" for traditional magic systems found in other d20 settings).
Saturday, June 19, 2010
Weekend Buybacks for June 19th
Well, I already posted some freebies from last year's Free RPG Day, and I hope most of you either got to your local gaming store or ordered from an online store that will send you some free swag, cause free swag is what today is all about. Still, for those looking for something a bit heavier, larger in page count for their free fix, we present The Dark Horizons Universe Campaign Setting for D20 Future.
Today is Free RPG Day
So why aren't you at your local store getting free swag? Or are you like me and you just hit Noble Knight Games for it (one freebie per $15 spent... so I got like 6 freebies). The only problem with ordering online is the lack of immediate gratification... but I can wait.
Some availalbe in PDF freebies from Free RPG Day 2009
Dragon Warriors: Introductory Book
Grab the Cache
This was not part of the 2009 Free RPG Day, but it is free and full of awesomeness... The One Page Dungeon Codex 2009, Deluxe
Some availalbe in PDF freebies from Free RPG Day 2009
Dragon Warriors: Introductory Book
Grab the Cache
This was not part of the 2009 Free RPG Day, but it is free and full of awesomeness... The One Page Dungeon Codex 2009, Deluxe
Friday, June 18, 2010
Now that's a Dungeon!
Holy Crap! This makes me want to get my Face to Face group back together. Like yesterday!
You can find the products here.
Alright, I feel dirty after watching that vid. I also expect I will soon be a little lighter in the wallet. Where the hell would I store all the pieces?!?
First vid I've ever posted on this blog. In over a year of blogging. Actually, how come I never came across this company and its products before?
You can find the products here.
Alright, I feel dirty after watching that vid. I also expect I will soon be a little lighter in the wallet. Where the hell would I store all the pieces?!?
First vid I've ever posted on this blog. In over a year of blogging. Actually, how come I never came across this company and its products before?
It Takes a Community...
To create a community. Much thanks to Scott S from the Old School Jump blog for the excellent sketch of the Blue Knight. Just click on the Knight to read more of the Blue Knight. Actually, there isn't much there yet, but there will be as time goes on.
I've got a few tweaks in mind for the blog. If they don't work I'm sure I'll read it in the comments ;)
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I've got a few tweaks in mind for the blog. If they don't work I'm sure I'll read it in the comments ;)
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Thursday, June 17, 2010
Behind the Knight and Other Thoughts
As many of you know, I've drawn upon my own past as inspiration for the Blue Knight snippets. I'm quite sure at some point they will take upon them a life of their own and go far afield from their source material. If they don't, the Knight will have problems, as there is only a finite amount for me to draw upon personally. Sitting at a desk as his career winds down, generating paperwork and thinking about his retirement pension will not make for an entertaining read ;)
Because of that, I'm trying to think of a rule set to stat out Tenkar and a few others, game-wise. I'd prefer to avoid anything with levels, as I find level work great in gaming, but make it nigh impossible to stat out fictional characters in a way that different experience or power levels are viable with each other. Besides, it makes for a fun mental exercise ;)
I do have my GURPS for Dummies, Barbarians of Lumeria, FATE, BRP and I'm sure a few others I can draw upon. Just need to decide on which.
That being said, any game related info will almost certainly be in a format usable by Labyrinth Lord and other OSR games, because that is what I play and how I think... heh.
Oh, and that break down of quickstarts I'm planning to do? Give me a bit to work on it... the list is far from small.
Because of that, I'm trying to think of a rule set to stat out Tenkar and a few others, game-wise. I'd prefer to avoid anything with levels, as I find level work great in gaming, but make it nigh impossible to stat out fictional characters in a way that different experience or power levels are viable with each other. Besides, it makes for a fun mental exercise ;)
I do have my GURPS for Dummies, Barbarians of Lumeria, FATE, BRP and I'm sure a few others I can draw upon. Just need to decide on which.
That being said, any game related info will almost certainly be in a format usable by Labyrinth Lord and other OSR games, because that is what I play and how I think... heh.
Oh, and that break down of quickstarts I'm planning to do? Give me a bit to work on it... the list is far from small.
iPad Update
So, I've had my iPad 3G for about a month and a half now and I hardly ever mention it like I did the Kindle DX. Why? Because it has become so integrated into my daily routine I forget what it was like before I had it.
Want to read the latest news? Turn on the iPad.
Check some blogs? Turn on the iPad.
Read my latest RPG purchase? Turn on the iPad.
Check mail, the weather, stock price updates. Yep, the iPad.
Whereas I previously would rate a PDF on how compatible it was with the Kindle DX, with the iPad they've all looked great. I'm sure I'll note if I come across any difficulties, but vie been pretty happy so far.
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Want to read the latest news? Turn on the iPad.
Check some blogs? Turn on the iPad.
Read my latest RPG purchase? Turn on the iPad.
Check mail, the weather, stock price updates. Yep, the iPad.
Whereas I previously would rate a PDF on how compatible it was with the Kindle DX, with the iPad they've all looked great. I'm sure I'll note if I come across any difficulties, but vie been pretty happy so far.
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Wednesday, June 16, 2010
Bits N Pieces
I've got a few things I want to work on, not the least of which is figuring out a fun and fair way to give out some prizes to my readers. I suck at contests tho, at least when it comes to being a participant, which doesn't make it any easier when you want to run one. Maybe a contest to decide on a contest ;)
Anyhow, I'm also looking at doing a fairly complete listing of available quick-start / fast-play / playable previews that are available for free download in PDF form. Although I find I rarely use them as written, they are an excellent way to get a peek at the various game systems. Much easier to break out the wallet when you have an idea you might actually enjoy the full game in question.
I need to go back to checking out the VTTs that are out there. Fantasy Grounds 2 is going strong as always, but iTabletop 2 / Pandoren is getting closer to a full release and is looking damn nice. Give the videos a peek to see what is in store (links are at the bottom of the page linked above. That sounds nice and awkward... heh). It's getting so I can almost taste it ;)
I also need to update Battlegrounds RPG and Maptools to see where they are at.
Interesting. The Opera web browser plays much nice with Blogger then Firefox. I think I need to change browsers for real now.
I'm also trying to find the time to give Legends of Steel - Barbarians of Lemuria Edition a nice read through. I have had the Barbarians of Lemuria (Legendary Edition) PDF for a bit. BoL (LE) reads real well (haven't had a chance to use the rules in action) and has a near perfect 5 star score (9 of 10 reviews are 5 star, the other is a 4 star) at RPGNow. From what I can gather, its the same rules with a setting change. Should be fun to compare the two.
Anyhow, I'm also looking at doing a fairly complete listing of available quick-start / fast-play / playable previews that are available for free download in PDF form. Although I find I rarely use them as written, they are an excellent way to get a peek at the various game systems. Much easier to break out the wallet when you have an idea you might actually enjoy the full game in question.
I need to go back to checking out the VTTs that are out there. Fantasy Grounds 2 is going strong as always, but iTabletop 2 / Pandoren is getting closer to a full release and is looking damn nice. Give the videos a peek to see what is in store (links are at the bottom of the page linked above. That sounds nice and awkward... heh). It's getting so I can almost taste it ;)
I also need to update Battlegrounds RPG and Maptools to see where they are at.
Interesting. The Opera web browser plays much nice with Blogger then Firefox. I think I need to change browsers for real now.
I'm also trying to find the time to give Legends of Steel - Barbarians of Lemuria Edition a nice read through. I have had the Barbarians of Lemuria (Legendary Edition) PDF for a bit. BoL (LE) reads real well (haven't had a chance to use the rules in action) and has a near perfect 5 star score (9 of 10 reviews are 5 star, the other is a 4 star) at RPGNow. From what I can gather, its the same rules with a setting change. Should be fun to compare the two.
Tuesday, June 15, 2010
Tales of the Blue Knight - June 15
Tenkar stood next to the recently deceased elf, a crossbow bolt still embedded into the side of its head.
"Lad, you notice the raspberry jam pooling in his hair? He ain't been dead longer then two hrs, three at the most." The observation was made by Stryker, Senior Watchman. He continued to prod at the wound with a small stick.
"Ten, wanna give this a sniff?" Stryker practically shoved the end of the stick into the young watchman's face, who responded with a quick turn of the head and violent retching.
"That's alright lad, clean out your gullet. First one is always the worst. Hey, at least he's young to death. Give him two days in this this heat and he'd be ripe as a sewer"
There was a ritual to any investigation into a violent death and the first step was always an attempt to shock the rookie Watchman assigned to secure the scene. In truth, the rookie was there for little more then to secure the scene, keep the curious at a decent distance and any other menial task that could be thought of. Although Tenkar lacked the experience to be little more then an item of amusement to the more experienced members of the Watch, He did his best to regain his composure as he wiped his mouth clean with his sleeve.
"Alright lad, I need you to go through our friend's pockets. Don't forget to remove his ring. Might be useful in identifying him later, and if we leave it on him the *Necers will just steal it".
Tenkar gingerly went through the victims pockets, putting the removed items in a pouch the older Watchmen held open for him.
"Gods lad! He ain't gonna bite you and he certainly no longer is attached to anything on him. Except maybe that ring. I think our friend put on weight in the years he owned it. You might need to break the finger to slip it off. Don't give me that look! I think the hole in his head would be a more pressing issue for him, if he weren't dead already".
*Necers work for the the Guild of the Dead. They pick up the bodies of the recently deceased and bring them back to a guild location for viewing and later burial. They frequently hold dual membership in a Thieves Guild, although this is not common knowledge (it is often suspected though). Their constant dealing with the dead gives them a twisted perspective on life. Living people are just dead people waiting to happen.
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"Lad, you notice the raspberry jam pooling in his hair? He ain't been dead longer then two hrs, three at the most." The observation was made by Stryker, Senior Watchman. He continued to prod at the wound with a small stick.
"Ten, wanna give this a sniff?" Stryker practically shoved the end of the stick into the young watchman's face, who responded with a quick turn of the head and violent retching.
"That's alright lad, clean out your gullet. First one is always the worst. Hey, at least he's young to death. Give him two days in this this heat and he'd be ripe as a sewer"
There was a ritual to any investigation into a violent death and the first step was always an attempt to shock the rookie Watchman assigned to secure the scene. In truth, the rookie was there for little more then to secure the scene, keep the curious at a decent distance and any other menial task that could be thought of. Although Tenkar lacked the experience to be little more then an item of amusement to the more experienced members of the Watch, He did his best to regain his composure as he wiped his mouth clean with his sleeve.
"Alright lad, I need you to go through our friend's pockets. Don't forget to remove his ring. Might be useful in identifying him later, and if we leave it on him the *Necers will just steal it".
Tenkar gingerly went through the victims pockets, putting the removed items in a pouch the older Watchmen held open for him.
"Gods lad! He ain't gonna bite you and he certainly no longer is attached to anything on him. Except maybe that ring. I think our friend put on weight in the years he owned it. You might need to break the finger to slip it off. Don't give me that look! I think the hole in his head would be a more pressing issue for him, if he weren't dead already".
*Necers work for the the Guild of the Dead. They pick up the bodies of the recently deceased and bring them back to a guild location for viewing and later burial. They frequently hold dual membership in a Thieves Guild, although this is not common knowledge (it is often suspected though). Their constant dealing with the dead gives them a twisted perspective on life. Living people are just dead people waiting to happen.
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Monday, June 14, 2010
It Was FATE
FATE, the best system I have never played. Heck, I'm not sure if I can get my group (reformed from my college years) to play it... or anything at this point. It would have to be via Fantasy Grounds 2 or iTabletop v.2. Kinda hard to sit face to face when your group sits on opposite coast of the U.S. and in between.
In any case, FATE has a couple of incarnations. Which is great, because not everyone wants to play Pulp Era games (this is where FATE came into its own).
Lets see what FATE shall bring us...
Legends of Anglerre from Cubicle 7 Entertainment Ltd. - Complete Fantasy game using the FATE system (20% of using the June Promo Code "JunePodBlogDriveThru2010" at RPGNow)
Starblazer Adventures also from From Cubicle 7 Entertainment Ltd. - Complete Sc-Fi game using the FATE system (20% of using the June Promo Code "JunePodBlogDriveThru2010" at RPGNow) - Based on the British comic book, NOT the Japanese animated series many American may remeber. Still way cool.
Diaspora from VSCA Publishing. Another Sci-Fi game, this one is geared more towards hard sciencish-ness and includes tools to create your own setting. abit "sandboxish" if you like. My latest FATE related purchase BTW.
Spirit of the Century from Evil Hat Productions. Stand-alone pulp role-playing game. For many (like me), this was the first time they had heard of FATE. Excellent production values and a great read.
The Dresden Files RPG also from Evil Hat Productions. This was the one I had been waiting for. The opportunity to run a game in Harry's world. I'm still trying to digest the books. ;)
Hmmm, that's all the FATE I own (plus the free SRD, which I linked above and will again here). I need to do a fuller search i think. If any know of settings / games I missed drop me a note please.
In any case, FATE has a couple of incarnations. Which is great, because not everyone wants to play Pulp Era games (this is where FATE came into its own).
Lets see what FATE shall bring us...
Legends of Anglerre from Cubicle 7 Entertainment Ltd. - Complete Fantasy game using the FATE system (20% of using the June Promo Code "JunePodBlogDriveThru2010" at RPGNow)
Starblazer Adventures also from From Cubicle 7 Entertainment Ltd. - Complete Sc-Fi game using the FATE system (20% of using the June Promo Code "JunePodBlogDriveThru2010" at RPGNow) - Based on the British comic book, NOT the Japanese animated series many American may remeber. Still way cool.
Diaspora from VSCA Publishing. Another Sci-Fi game, this one is geared more towards hard sciencish-ness and includes tools to create your own setting. abit "sandboxish" if you like. My latest FATE related purchase BTW.
Spirit of the Century from Evil Hat Productions. Stand-alone pulp role-playing game. For many (like me), this was the first time they had heard of FATE. Excellent production values and a great read.
The Dresden Files RPG also from Evil Hat Productions. This was the one I had been waiting for. The opportunity to run a game in Harry's world. I'm still trying to digest the books. ;)
Hmmm, that's all the FATE I own (plus the free SRD, which I linked above and will again here). I need to do a fuller search i think. If any know of settings / games I missed drop me a note please.
Sunday, June 13, 2010
Weekend Buybacks for June 13th
Sometimes you have a plethora* of free releases on RPGNow, sometimes you don't. This time is somewhere in between, certainly closer to "don't have" tho'. In times like this, we dig back a bit for our free gaming fodder.
ARTIFACTS: Ducks of Ultimate Doom from Le Games. 20 pages
Listen, with a title and cover art like this, how the hell could I pass this up? It might be worse then sh!t on a cracker, but who cares?
Darwin's World 2: Gazetteer from RPG Objects. 32 pages
If you run a Mutant Future game, or any other type of post apocalypse type game, there are some great ideas to borrow and rip. If you run a Darwin's World 2 game, obviously you are set ;)
Altus Adventum Core Rulebook From Sacrosanct Games. 154 pages
* A superabundance; an excess. Yes, I had to look it up. I knew what it meant... in a kinda, sorta way of it
ARTIFACTS: Ducks of Ultimate Doom from Le Games. 20 pages
Listen, with a title and cover art like this, how the hell could I pass this up? It might be worse then sh!t on a cracker, but who cares?
Darwin's World 2: Gazetteer from RPG Objects. 32 pages
If you run a Mutant Future game, or any other type of post apocalypse type game, there are some great ideas to borrow and rip. If you run a Darwin's World 2 game, obviously you are set ;)
Altus Adventum Core Rulebook From Sacrosanct Games. 154 pages
This product is the core rulebook to the Altus Adventum fantasy RPG. It contains everything you need for both the GM and players to run a full campaign, including detailed combat rules, four distinct magic systems, many arcane treasures, and over a hundred fantastic creatures in the bestiary.
The game is designed to bring back that old school feel of "kill them and take their stuff!" while not giving anything up in storyline or gameplay. The combat system is designed to move very rapidly, while at the same time offering a tremendous amount of flexibility to the player.Does it count as Old School? Probably not. Can you lift and steal from it for your own home game? Certainly.
* A superabundance; an excess. Yes, I had to look it up. I knew what it meant... in a kinda, sorta way of it
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Helvéczia: Journal de Campagne, 3 - We resumed play this past week, joining the company still within the farmstead where those that remain of the seven knaves are restrained or incapacitate...1 year ago
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This is an Important Game Mechanic - *"That's the GM's Regional Map from my AOWG. And it's a damned good regional map. It's not a good map for a Simple Homebrew Campaign. It does some s$&...1 year ago
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Clean Your Room - Looking back at my little blog here. That last post… wow, I was having fun playing WOW Classic! That was August of 1999 and I was having a blast… it was ...2 years ago
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My RPG Zine Trilogy is on Kickstarter! - I can't believe I didn't post about it here! The Dead are Coming, Screams Amongst the Stars and Running Out of Time are on *Kickstarter right now!* Thes...3 years ago
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Maximum HP 004, one week to go - Just one week to go for Maximum HP issue #004, the undead. We are pushing through stretch goals and wracking up contributions for the best issue yet. We...3 years ago
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Steve Jackson Interview - James Maliszewski recently did an interview with Steve Jackson over on his Grognardia blog. Steve chats about the beginnings of The Fantasy Trip and upcomi...3 years ago
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The Hero’s Journey 2nd Edition, Campbellian roleplaying at its best! - (this review done using the reviewers own purchased copy) I have been a James Michael Spahn fan since he wrote his Swords & Wizardry Companion. His writing...3 years ago
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Undermountain Map Origins - As documented on the Ruins of Undermountain sales page, "TSR didn't actually use Ed Greenwood's original maps," at least not in their entirety. This post d...3 years ago
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WB:FMAG Total Print Sales - Hello Folks, The last time I did a quick sales report was in September 2018. I pulled reports from Amazon, Lulu and DrivethruRPG from October to current fo...4 years ago
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The Minotaur for Old-School Essentials - *Minotaur* *Requirements:* Minimum STR 9, Minimum CON 9 *Prime Requisite:* STR and CON *Hit Dice:* 1d10 *Maximum Level:* 8 *Armor:* Leather, including shield...4 years ago
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WIZARDS OF POHJOLA - Init +0 Melee Atk • sword or dagger +1 (1d5 or 1d3) Ranged Atk • hot iron sparks +3 (1d4+2 to two targets within 20' but not closer than 5') AC 14 HD 12d...4 years ago
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The Withered Crag custom print version for sale again - Just re-enabled the direct sales button for the custom print (classic style detached cover) version of F4 The Withered Crag, and also for F3 Many Gates of...4 years ago
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Dungeons & Dragonmead Fall Schedule - *As you know, I run public classic Dungeons & Dragons games at **The Loaded Die**/Metro Detroit Game Night's Board Game Nigh at **Dragonmead**, in Warren...4 years ago
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D&D Sling Damage vs. Large Targets - In many early editions of D&D, weapons were assigned two damage values: one for small/medium targets (i.e. man-sized) and one for large targets (giants and...4 years ago
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James A. Smith, Jr. Memorial Video - A beloved father, devoted friend, and D&D Dungeon Master extraordinaire. We miss you! To view video, click here Memorial Video Note - The original video...5 years ago
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Let's Talk About Pacing! - The idea, I think, is that the RPG is ultimately about the long game. Even rolling back to the early days of Basic & Expert, the goal of the player was...5 years ago
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Profane and Profound Prep Part 2 - This is part 2 of my work to edit my magic items for a DMsGuild release, along with adding cursed items along the way. Here is part 1. Bone of a Saint 8000...5 years ago
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SHORT BREAK. - I'm going to take a break for a week or so and will start up again in the New Year. Thanks for reading and we'll start with Level 6 when I get back.5 years ago
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Iain Lovecraft, 3D Sculptor - Nope, it's got nothing to do with Cthulhu. I just did a video conversation with Iain Lovecraft, who designs 3D miniatures and terrain. If you're not doi...5 years ago
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New website! - Slowly but surely, all the content here will make its way — in updated form! — to my new website: timbannock.com. For fairly obvious reasons, that site wil...5 years ago
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Please Update Your Link! - If you're seeing this, it means your link to the Greyhawk Grognard blog is out of date. Please update your link to www.greyhawkgrognard.com (RSS feed is h...5 years ago
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Mord Mar - Session 6 - We weren't able to play Mord Mar last week, due to a family funeral. This week we played on Monday for the first time, due to kids returning to school and ...5 years ago
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A Small, Quiet Plea - There has been a great deal of discussing political agendas, social grievances, and personal attacks within the little corner of gaming that is my hobby....5 years ago
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Don’t Sleep It’s Broken - Expanding/editing my comments from What Makes Something Broken G+ thread: “Broken”, for me, is anything that makes normal character choices, tactics, or ro...6 years ago
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Swords & Wizardry Light-Themed Birthday Party - Last month, my wife and I helped our oldest to celebrate his birthday in style. Ever since 2013, we have hosted a themed birthday party for our now-15-ye...6 years ago