So, used to really enjoy playing Shadowrun 1st Edition when I was younger and even got most of the books for it.
Unfortunately with one thing or another I got out of playing it and ended up selling most of it off and getting into The World of Darkness. I've now however decided to take the plunge again and picked up the 4th Anniversary edition and nearly all of books.
Lots of changes have happened I see, most of which I like. I used to have an Elven Decker as my main character but have also played over the years a Mercenary (doesn't seem to be a generic one in the corebook), Former Tribal Warrior(can't see one of these either), Former Elven Hitman (not in the book now either, even as a contact). Miss my 'Burnt out Mage' Character most of all though, he got really powerful.
I do still really like the Artwork for the Archetypes from 1st edition and not so much those from 4th.
Have found my Character Sheets from 1st edition and have decided to try and update them but doesn't seem to be that easy. Here's my attempt at changing my Elven Decker to an Elven Technomancer(must admit, I like the addition of these, very interesting concept). -
Elf
Bod 2
Agi 3
Rea 3
Str 2
Cha 5
Int 3
Log 5
Will 4
Res 5
Technomancer
Aptitude (Software)
Codeslinger(Compile Spirit)
Paragon (Flow)
Analytical Mind
Allergy Silver Severe
Sensitive System
Addiction Alcohol Mild
Nuyen 20,000
Cracking SG 3
Compile 3
Register 3
Computer 3
Software (threading) 7
Perception (Visual) 1
Dodge (Ranged) 1
Pilot (Bike) 1
Pistols (Heavy) 1
Ettiquette (Street) 1
Negotiation (Barganing) 1
Complex Forms -
Smartlink
Stealth 4
Analyse 4
Armour 4
Exploit 4
Spoof 4
Contacts -
Fixer 3C 2L
Elven Hitman 3C 2L
Lifestyle: Low 2 months
Gear -
Ares Predator IV (ISS)
3 clips APDS
Concealable Holster
Lined Coat
Meta Link Vector Xim
Contact Lenses R2 (Flare Comp, Thermo)
Fake Sin R4
Driving Licence R4
Gun Licence R4
Suzuki Mirage