From publisher blurb:
Welcome to Drones for 5e, a comprehensive guide to designing, equipping, and deploying drones in settings that range from the technologically advanced present to dystopian post-apocalyptic landscapes and neon-drenched cyberpunk futures. Within these pages, you'll find detailed information about the modular systems and components that define drones in a modern roleplaying context, offering limitless possibilities for creative customization and tactical ingenuity.
Drones in Modern Day
In the modern world, drones are at the forefront of technological innovation, serving roles as diverse as reconnaissance, delivery, security, and even personal entertainment. Corporations, governments, and individuals alike harness the power of drones for efficiency and precision. The technology featured here draws inspiration from real-world advancements, highlighting the functional and adaptable nature of these unmanned machines.
Drones in Post-Apocalyptic Settings
Amid the ruins of a fallen society, drones represent both a relic of the past and a tool for survival. Salvaged from broken battlefields or cobbled together with makeshift components, post-apocalyptic drones serve as scouts, guardians, and weapons in a world of limited resources. The scarcity of parts and energy adds a layer of urgency and creativity to their design, challenging users to make the most of what remains.
Drones in Cyberpunk Futures
In cyberpunk settings, drones transcend their mundane origins, becoming sleek, hyper-advanced tools of espionage, enforcement, and rebellion. Powered by cutting-edge AI, integrated into sprawling networks, and armed with weapons that blur the line between the digital and physical, these drones are indispensable in a world of towering megacities, endless neon, and corporate dominance. Whether used by shadowy hackers or monolithic conglomerates, drones are essential players in the cyberpunk theater.
What You’ll Find Inside
This compendium includes everything you need to bring drones to life in your game. From chassis and propulsion systems to weapons, armor, sensors, and utility modules, every component is presented with detailed attributes and special properties. Whether you’re crafting a nimble scout for reconnaissance, a heavily armed war machine for urban combat, or a cargo drone for vital supply runs, this guide ensures your creations are as unique as your adventures.
Key features include:
Chassis Options: The core structure that determines size, durability, and functionality.
Propulsion Systems: Methods for movement, from wheels to flight and beyond.
Weapons and Defense: Lethal and protective modules tailored for any setting.
Sensors and Utility Modules: Expand capabilities with advanced scanning, cargo transport, and stealth systems.
Power and Control: Ensure your drones stay operational and effective with robust energy and AI systems.
This is an equipment guide for 5e for the Modern and Cyberpunk Eras, containing rules for manufacturing and using drones