Produktbeschreibung
"At last - a sophisticated and common-sense set of rules for fantasy role playing. Finally - a rule system as good as the world of Harn.
Harnmaster is the result of years of testing, development, and campaigning on the World of Harn. This fantasy world is quite simply the most logical, detaíled, and consistent product of its kind. Harnmaster reflects this quality. Although the rules are designed for Harn, they can be used in most fantasy envíronments.
Of course many other systems have made similar claims, so you have every right to be skeptical. We also realize that adopting any new FRP system is a big commitment in your time and money. But if you are seeking rules that make sense, rules that operate on elegant and logical principies, rules that do not insult your intelligence, give Harnmaster a try. You will not be disappointed. The major features of the system are described below.
CHARACTER GENERATION
FRP characters, like real people, do not spring into the world as adults with a few basic attributes. They mature in particular environments, acquire personal histories, and have distinct personalities. The character generation system pays lavish attention to such details. Thirty two (32) character attributes are covered.
SKILLS
Harnmaster is a skill based system. More than 120 skills are used. Some skills are universal, some depend on social background, some are common, and some are rare. Skills are derived from character attributes to reflect natural ability. There are no character classes or other arbitrary limits on the skills characters may possess. The system opens up new dimensions in role playing; characters may practice occupations such as Herald, Mercantyler, Pilot, and Weaponcrafter.
COMBAT
The Harnmaster combat system is dependant on weapon skills and battle experience, and provides players with many tactical options to control their combat destiny, Best of all, after two or three uses, players will find that the system runs quickly and smoothly, without burdensome paperwork.
Harnmaster does not use "Hit Points". It generates graphic injuries such as bruises, fractures, and crushes to specific body locations. Injuries are rated to determine their effect on physical activity, and the amount of time they will take to heal. Harnmaster's recovery system is realistic and deals with bloodloss, shock and infection.
RELIGION
The religious system operates on the Harnic pantheon of ten major deities. Rules for becoming a priest are given, and the system also covers the accumulation of piety for lay adherents and divine miracles.
MAGIC
The six convocations of the Shek-Pvar are described. The rules explain how a character may apprentice in one of these brotherhoods of the "Guild of Arcane Lore" and, with talent and luck, become a powerful sorcerer. A selection of spells is given, but the system encourages sorcerers to develop their own enchantments.
BESTIARY
The bestiary deals primarily with creatures that are unique to Harn, such as the Gargun, lime and Ivashu. Statistics for bears, wolves and the like are also given.
TREASURE
A detailed treasure generation system lists a profusion of enchanted artifacts along with more mundane items such as jewelry, written works, weapons and armour, etc." |
