 Runner's Companion, What would you like to see? |
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 May 29 2008, 10:12 AM
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Neophyte Runner  Group: Members Posts: 2,336 Joined: 24-February 08 From: Albuquerque, New Mexico Member No.: 15,706  |
In the interest of giving the developers an idea for what is of interest to the players, early enough that it may be incorporated into the book, I ask:
What would you like to see in Runner's Companion? Top on my list would probably be guidelines for how to create a new player species, including Racial Build Point values for Critter Powers (including Enhanced Senses), Qualities (Negative & Positive), Critter Weaknesses, & Ability Score Adjustments. |
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May 29 2008, 10:20 AM
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Grand Master of Run-Fu Group: Dumpshocked Posts: 6,840 Joined: 26-February 02 From: Tir Tairngire Member No.: 178 |
Combat Pool.
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May 29 2008, 10:37 AM
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Immoral Elf Group: Members Posts: 15,247 Joined: 29-March 02 From: Grimy Pete's Bar & Laundromat Member No.: 2,486 |
I am just making it clear in advance that I am not, in any way, shape, or form, making any sort of comment at this time about Cain's post above. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/biggrin.gif)
Outside of what I know is scheduled to be included, I want to see fluff! Lots of fluff about anything and everything runner-related. |
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May 29 2008, 10:44 AM
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Runner Group: Members Posts: 3,314 Joined: 26-February 02 From: Lisbon, Cidade do Pecado Member No.: 185 |
Runners' Companion is in fact in the final stages of writing and most of the content is set. It will include new and updated character options in the form of metavariants, a handful of Sapient non-metahuman races (incl. shifters and some surprises), the Infected (incl. ghouls), drakes and changelings - all streamlined to the core ruleset and the expanded material in Street Magic, Augmentation and Arsenal. It will also include a truck load of diverse new Qualities, SURGE traits, advanced Contact and Lifestyle rules (for fans of the SSG version), and a bunch of other stuff aimed at expanding the player's experience of the setting and easing them past the (apparent) difficulties of running the shadows in the Seventies.
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May 29 2008, 11:02 AM
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Immoral Elf Group: Members Posts: 15,247 Joined: 29-March 02 From: Grimy Pete's Bar & Laundromat Member No.: 2,486 |
QUOTE (Synner) ... and a bunch of other stuff aimed at expanding the player's experience of the setting and easing them past the (apparent) difficulties of running the shadows in the Seventies. In other words, fluff. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/smile.gif) |
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May 29 2008, 11:59 AM
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Moving Target Group: Members Posts: 932 Joined: 26-February 02 From: Orlando, Florida Member No.: 1,042 |
It sounds very promising. I'm exciting about a lot of the upcoming products, especially RC, U, FC, and RW. I've been keen to see Running Wild for a long time, but right now I'm waiting for Unwired.
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May 29 2008, 01:19 PM
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Immortal Elf Group: Dumpshocked Posts: 14,358 Joined: 2-December 07 From: Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada Member No.: 14,465 |
OK... So far, I think the only non-"Must Buy" book that Catalyst has put out for my game has been Enclaves! And the ones being planned looks like my pocketbook is crying!
That is a good thing, however! And yay! FLUFF!!! |
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May 29 2008, 01:27 PM
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Running Target Group: Members Posts: 1,266 Joined: 3-June 06 From: UK Member No.: 8,638 |
Yay for fluff!
TBH I don't regret buying any of the books, and thirst for more. |
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May 29 2008, 01:30 PM
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Immortal Elf Group: Dumpshocked Posts: 14,358 Joined: 2-December 07 From: Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada Member No.: 14,465 |
Oh, I don't regret buying Enclaves, but I haven't cracked it open much as doesn't seem as interesting to me.
Of course, I do have a run planned for LA one day, so I'll have to go into it in detail then. And, who knows, a few players in my group have been asking me which parts of Dunkie's will haven't been fulfilled yet. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/vegm.gif) |
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May 29 2008, 01:30 PM
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Neophyte Runner Group: Members Posts: 2,168 Joined: 15-April 05 From: Helsinki, Finland Member No.: 7,337 |
More +/- Qualities
An alternate chargen method More fluff and...I'll think of more. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/biggrin.gif) |
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May 29 2008, 01:33 PM
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Running Target Group: Members Posts: 1,266 Joined: 3-June 06 From: UK Member No.: 8,638 |
QUOTE (CanRay @ May 29 2008, 02:30 PM)  Oh, I don't regret buying Enclaves, but I haven't cracked it open much as doesn't seem as interesting to me. Of course, I do have a run planned for LA one day, so I'll have to go into it in detail then. And, who knows, a few players in my group have been asking me which parts of Dunkie's will haven't been fulfilled yet. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/vegm.gif) Enclaves has some really interesting bits in it. I preferred the LA section to the NeoTokyo part, but Tokyo did give some really nice insights into the workings of the Yakuza. I'm really looking forward to Vice. |
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May 29 2008, 02:06 PM
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Shooting Target Group: Dumpshocked Posts: 1,755 Joined: 5-September 06 From: UCAS Member No.: 9,313 |
It's been a topic recently and our local game which is only twice a month could really benefit from a karma and cash exchange system.
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May 29 2008, 02:18 PM
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Snakehandler Group: Dumpshocked Posts: 7,454 Joined: 28-April 06 From: London, England Member No.: 8,508 |
QUOTE (Synner @ May 29 2008, 06:44 AM) Runners' Companion is in fact in the final stages of writing and most of the content is set. It will include new and updated character options in the form of metavariants, a handful of Sapient non-metahuman races (incl. shifters and some surprises), the Infected (incl. ghouls), drakes and changelings - all streamlined to the core ruleset and the expanded material in Street Magic, Augmentation and Arsenal. It will also include a truck load of diverse new Qualities, SURGE traits, advanced Contact and Lifestyle rules (for fans of the SSG version), and a bunch of other stuff aimed at expanding the player's experience of the setting and easing them past the (apparent) difficulties of running the shadows in the Seventies. Wow - I was making up my wish list in my head as I opened this thread, and there it is already in print - as a promise of reality. Made my SR day, Synner. |
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May 29 2008, 02:37 PM
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Mr. Johnson Group: Dumpshocked Posts: 3,148 Joined: 27-February 06 From: UCAS Member No.: 8,314 |
QUOTE (Fortune @ May 29 2008, 05:02 AM) In other words, fluff. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/smile.gif) I'm not so sure about that. Look at the forum here: there are a lot of people who just don't quite grok SR4, even folks that have been playing since 1990. Seems to me that some help on that point might not go amiss. |
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May 29 2008, 02:56 PM
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Shooting Target Group: Members Posts: 1,512 Joined: 26-February 02 Member No.: 392 |
QUOTE (Synner @ May 29 2008, 11:44 AM) Runners' Companion is in fact in the final stages of writing and most of the content is set. It will include new and updated character options in the form of metavariants, a handful of Sapient non-metahuman races (incl. shifters and some surprises), the Infected (incl. ghouls), drakes and changelings - all streamlined to the core ruleset and the expanded material in Street Magic, Augmentation and Arsenal. It will also include a truck load of diverse new Qualities, SURGE traits, advanced Contact and Lifestyle rules (for fans of the SSG version), and a bunch of other stuff aimed at expanding the player's experience of the setting and easing them past the (apparent) difficulties of running the shadows in the Seventies. So does this mean that none of these rules will be compatible with Unwired? Or does it just mean that Unwired is never going to come out? (IMG:style_emoticons/default/grinbig.gif) I'd be more interested in this if all the core rulebooks were out already. |
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May 29 2008, 03:52 PM
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Target Group: Members Posts: 63 Joined: 8-April 08 From: Twin Cities, MN Member No.: 15,865 |
Sounds like good stuff. And since the System-that-gives-you-cancer (lol) is no longer publishing anything I want to buy, more money for Shadow Run and Catalyst. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/smile.gif)
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May 29 2008, 04:27 PM
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Moving Target Group: Members Posts: 132 Joined: 9-February 08 Member No.: 15,667 |
I'm looking forward to expanded lifestyle choices. Our team peculiarities and requirements made knowing the price of things like rigging building security systems and warehouse space important.
On running wild however I'm looking for rules so that my PCs can beatt he Horrors. |
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May 29 2008, 04:43 PM
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Shooting Target Group: Members Posts: 1,851 Joined: 15-February 08 From: Indianapolis Member No.: 15,686 |
That description of Runner's Companion makes it sound like a must-buy for me. I can't wait for it to come out. I'm especially anxious for the metavariant options and the new Qualities.
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May 29 2008, 04:49 PM
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Moving Target Group: Members Posts: 536 Joined: 25-January 08 From: Can I crash on your couch? Member No.: 15,483 |
What is the estimated time for the release of the RC anyway? And for Unwired while we're at it?
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May 29 2008, 04:57 PM
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Neophyte Runner Group: Members Posts: 2,086 Joined: 26-February 02 Member No.: 364 |
QUOTE (ArkonC @ May 29 2008, 12:49 PM) What is the estimated time for the release of the RC anyway? And for Unwired while we're at it? When it's done. Catalyst doesn't do estimates. They only tell you the release date when they're sure. |
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May 29 2008, 06:29 PM
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Prime Runner Group: Retired Admins Posts: 3,929 Joined: 26-February 02 From: .ca Member No.: 51 |
QUOTE (Cheops @ May 29 2008, 10:56 AM) I'd be more interested in this if all the core rulebooks were out already. Unwired will be available before Runner's Companion. |
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May 29 2008, 06:45 PM
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Moving Target Group: Members Posts: 573 Joined: 6-March 08 Member No.: 15,746 |
I can't help myself...
PWND!!!! (IMG:style_emoticons/default/biggrin.gif) :lol: (IMG:style_emoticons/default/biggrin.gif) |
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May 29 2008, 07:50 PM
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Neophyte Runner Group: Members Posts: 2,336 Joined: 24-February 08 From: Albuquerque, New Mexico Member No.: 15,706 |
QUOTE (Drogos @ May 29 2008, 12:45 PM) PWND!!!! Not really. QUOTE (Synner @ May 29 2008, 04:44 AM) Runners' Companion is in fact in the final stages of writing and most of the content is set. The original reason for this thread still has some purpose... Still, looks like it is going to be a good book. |
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May 30 2008, 01:00 AM
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Shooting Target Group: Members Posts: 1,512 Joined: 26-February 02 Member No.: 392 |
QUOTE (Adam @ May 29 2008, 06:29 PM) Unwired will be available before Runner's Companion. AWESOME!!!! That makes my day so much better! Thank you! (IMG:style_emoticons/default/love.gif) |
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May 30 2008, 01:45 AM
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Running Target Group: Members Posts: 1,359 Joined: 25-June 02 From: Vancouver, B.C., Canada (go Canucks!) Member No.: 2,904 |
I would like to see free chocolate given with every purchase! Lindt makes some good stuff. Failing that...NERPS™! (Seriously, you gotta have Nerps™ in there somewhere!)
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