2D6 Adventure in the Holy Roman Empire
Publisher's blurb:
Ride forward to historical adventure! 1520:HRE uses a skill-based character system derived from the popular Cepheus Engine System. Incorporate the history, laws, and culture of the 16th century Holy Roman Empire into your campaign.
Within you’ll find:
* Fourteen character professions, each with lifepath tables and three unique branches.
* A timeline of Europe to inspire adventures.
* Two maps of the Circles and States of 16th century Germany.
* Tables for Birthplace Generation, city name generation, and creating historically accurate names for the peoples of the Empire.
* A combat system that includes tactical choices and graphic critical injuries.
* Articles explaining the government, laws, religion, and history of the Empire.
* Historical factions to be used as patrons or foes.
* Comprehensive campaigning laws that include travel, weather, as well as poisons and illnesses as known to the period.
* The organization and operations of the feared Landsknechte mercenaries; if you can't beat them, join them.
* The powerful city of Luneburg, with discussions of it's history, government, city landmarks, and plenty of NPCs for adventure hooks. A historical map with locations marked for play.
* Art and Charts for use with popular universal GM screens.