I like reading pen-and-paper RPG rulebooks. Can you recommend some of your favorites? Extra points for: non-Tolkein universes, a cool new spin on classes or magic, and anything that has interesting non-combat systems.
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posted by subject_verb_remainder
on Jun 8, 2013 -
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For a friend: I’m writing about a fictional, Polynesian-inspired trickster god for a game. What are some resources I can consult so my storylines are respectful and grounded in authentic myth? Ideally, these sources will be fun to read as well.
posted by cthuljew
on Feb 11, 2013 -
3 answers
Game masters, dungeon masters, et. al. - lend me your wisdom and experience in constructing a cohesive and dynamic campaign storyline.
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posted by griphus
on Sep 24, 2012 -
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I feel like I'm missing something about rpgs like Dungeons & Dragons. Can the hive mind explain it to me? In short: I don't see what the massive rulebooks are doing, since the core mechanic of the game seems so simple.
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posted by philosophygeek
on Oct 5, 2011 -
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I recently bought the Laundry series by Charles Stross and thanks to that and Artw's constant efforts to encourage the stars to come right I'm really jonesing for some Call of Cthulhu/Delta Green action. It's been a
loooong time since I've had any chance or time for roleplaying and I'm so far out of the loop I'm in non-euclidean space...
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posted by longbaugh
on Aug 24, 2010 -
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Looking for a pen and paper RPG, science fiction, certain other specifications required.
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posted by selfnoise
on Nov 23, 2009 -
26 answers
I came across my old
Space: 1889 books in my parents' basement over the holidays and took them back with me to the US. I'm considering starting a campaign in that universe, but set during the War of 1914-18. Considering the different history and technology how do progress the setting into a Great War like scenario that's both true to the Space: 1889 universe as well as the real First World War?
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posted by Kattullus
on Jan 25, 2009 -
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My friend mentioned a free table-top RPG that was available as a pdf on the web. All the players were gods, and with a point system, would create a fantasy world together. There would be a series of turns, symbolizing epochs or ages of the world. I don't know the name or the authors. Anyone hear of it?
posted by Snyder
on Oct 29, 2007 -
10 answers
I am interested in setting up a D&D game with old friends using the magic of the internet, what tools do I need?
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posted by absalom
on Aug 26, 2007 -
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Roleplayer seeking a old school pen and paper Group with which to quest for adventure on a semi regular basis. I am looking for some resources to meet fellow roleplayers in my area.
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posted by JonnyRotten
on Oct 24, 2005 -
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