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SotS: Skum of the Stars - Core Edition

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Greetings Earthens!

It is a time of opportunity. When the galaxy was oppressed by the Blood Empire, there was little room for anyone who operated on the “outside.” But when the Phol invaded, the imperial chains broke and every criminal worth their blaster came to pick the bones. Now the imperial tyranny is dead, but it’s the barbarian and the outlaw who rules this new age. But you aren’t the hero of this story, because there are no good guys warping in from across the system’s edge to save the day. You are a Skumbag, one of the myriad of desperados, brigands and rogues seeking fame, profit and thrills. The galaxy is waiting for the next bully ruthless enough to put their boot to its throat and all of it can be yours, so long as you are brave enough to take it.

What are you waiting for…

Go get them, Skumbag.

The Core Edition features expansive rules and background for the fallen blood empire, including multiple modes of combat, a detailed list of species-creation and character-customization options, easy to use technology varations and a wide collection of other enhancements to your roleplay experience.

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Jim W August 24, 2018 5:51 am UTC
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Couldn't work out how to place a review, so posting it here: 5/5 Rating

I've always been a fan of games and fiction that turns a trope on its head - SotG is a great addition to this sub-genre. It's Sci-Fi, but not as you know it. There are no pressed uniforms and disciplined crews, bolding going where no man has gone before, no leading missions of peace and universal cooperation. This is a story about bad people taking advantage of a power vacuum, at its core, and although you don't necessarily have to play an evil person, it sure is a hell of a lot more fun to just let your principles go for a few hours and run amok.

System-wise, the mechanics are simple, with plenty of depth. A vast array of customization options are available, as well as plenty of examples and 'standard' races. You can create your own starships and races from an easy to follow set of parameters. You can pilot giant Mecha called Magnama. Magic exists, with a very 'elder god' HP Lovecraft flair that allows you to...See more
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Gerald S September 30, 2017 6:47 am UTC
The previews don't really tell you anything about the system; any chance you can change that show some of the mechanics? Or maybe post a link to where we can learn more about the system/game? The premise sounds interesting, but the preview does nothing to sell me on the game
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Nicholas M October 02, 2017 3:10 am UTC
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Our Facebook page has a short video on the system - https://www.facebook.com/SkumoftheStarsOfficial/
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Nicholas M October 02, 2017 9:02 am UTC
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Also, our Beginners Edition of the game contains the basics of the rule-set.
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Nicholas M October 08, 2017 7:45 am UTC
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Cheers Kevin. And no, I didn't mention the character advancement system.

Experience points are awarded by the Skum Lord (Game Master) at a rate of between 1 and 5 each game session. Generally, 1 is a participation reward, whereas additional experience is awarded for role playing, working towards goals, achieving objectives and so forth. In terms of translating those points into character advancement, players purchase upgrades for their characters based on a rate of exchange rather than levels. I.e. want a better Shatter (physical) for your character, you can purchase that at a cost of new rating x2. The only limit is that players can only make one purchase between games, a character can only have a single Specialist Talent and Species Features cannot be gained after character creation.

Personally, I think Skum of the Stars works good for both. I've run a whole slew of one-shots as well as having a group that meets fortnightly and while our current campaign is only a few sessions old,...See more
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