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Did you write the Tome of Blood HBMC? If so, you seem to be penning a helluva lot, awesome!

damn it, yet another book i'm going to have to buy....lol

...Not very impressed with Koronus Bestiary. While there's at long last some information on certain races, a lot of it is sort of... meh. I thought we already had enough info on Fleshhounds and orks. Eldar were nice, but this one was not a whole lot of use for how I run my games...

That cover is g.-d. outstanding.

Breaking News: BaronIveagh unhappy with a Rogue Trader book.
Also, this news just coming in: Water is wet!

More as the story develops…

Consider, Baron, for just a moment, the purpose of the Koronus Bestiary; what is a book like it meant to do? One might say ‘Give us adversaries and NPCs to fight and interact with’, and on the surface that person would be correct. Of course you’d also have to add ‘… in the context of the Koronus Expanse’ to the end of that. So in light of that the adversaries and NPC’s would likely have to fit the themes and established background of the Koronus Expanse. So, with that context in mind, what does the book have:

1. Loads of strange creatures, the things one might find on various worlds of the expanse. Given that Rogue Trader’s game-play is focused around exploration (and the profits that can be made from such activities) these sorts of creatures make sense.
2. A flora and fauna generator for exactly the same reason.
3. A few more Yu’vath Constructs/Stryxis/Rak’Gol creatures to round out what already exists.
4. Some ‘beast’ style daemons, the types of things one might expect to see aboard a star-ship. Again, these fit with the context of Rogue Trader and what you might find in a bestiary book for said game.
5. An expansion of the Eldar, one of the major races in Rogue Trader.
6. An expansion of the Orks, one of the major races in Rogue Trader.

So what’s… wrong with it exactly? I can understand if you don't like it, but what's wrong with it? These are two different things.

 Vitruvian XVII wrote:
How worthwhile would you say it is to get these just for more in depth God specific fluff? Im talking about the Tizz (and hopefully slaanesh) ones in particular, theres gak tons of khorne and nurgle fluff.

One thing to remember is that while these books do contain a lot of general information on their specific Chaos God they also act as supplements for Black Crusade’s setting, the Screaming Vortex. So there’s a wealth of Tzeentch-related information within Tome of Fate (and lots of Khorne-y goodness in Tome of Blood), there’s also a lot of detail over how that specific Chaos God influences various worlds within the Vortex.

A page or so back Alpha said a little bit about the Alpha Legion in this book and how it wasn’t really worth it for that. Well, that’s to be expected really. The book is Tome of Fate, not Tome of Alpha Legion (featuring Tzeentch!). They’re a minor part of the book, as the book is dedicated to Tzeentch. So all personal bias aside, I’d say this, this is a good book if you like Tzeentch, but just remember that some of it will be setting-specific.

As far as writing Tome of Blood, yes I wrote part of it, not all of it (that would’ve taken months!). And it seems like I’m doing a lot at the moment, but that’s just a quirk of the release schedule, I assure you. The next two books (Navis Primer & The Outer Reach) I had nothing to do with outside of play-testing Outer Reach.

Nevermind.

; )

Ah well, sterling work either way!

Yeah i hear you about the books, im fine with setting specific, i do play the rpg's as well (although mostly DH) and i tend to plunder the info anyway A lot of my admech inspiration comes from various DH books, even more so now with Lathe Worlds (which is epic btw). Im just happy the Gods are getting an FFG treatment, its always a pleasure to read all the super detailed bits.

 BrookM wrote:
Writer-chap and eternal Jervis fanboi: Do you have any idea if these free add-on PDF files will be a permanent addition? I rather like them doing these for even more extra flavour.

Also, where's the second part of the Only War free RPG?!

LOL!

Bah how long is it going to take to get this book, still cant get tome of fate, stupid "out of stock" or "problem with supplier"

Mind i'll still wait for these lovely tomes

Where are you ordering from in the UK?

I mean, I'm not in the UK, but I got mine the week of release.

 H.B.M.C. wrote:
Well, well, well. Look who stole my thunder.

Oh come on now, all is fair in posting news. And I doubt you want to be as whiny as that other guy.

So, you got a hand in this one as well, oh wordy one?

 BrookM wrote:
So, you got a hand in this one as well, oh wordy one?

Yes, and a lot of words I did write. Armouries are fun things to develop.

 H.B.M.C. wrote:

 BrookM wrote:
So, you got a hand in this one as well, oh wordy one?

Yes, and a lot of words I did write. Armouries are fun things to develop.

Excellent, now stop pandering to Chaos and get back to work on Only War armoury additions.

Also, if at all possible, when doing that, please-please-please put the Hellgun back in. I fething refuse to issue my players with hot-shot lasguns, feth nostalgia.

I can't write all the armouries (though I do kinda wish I could - as I said, they're fun! . And the Hellgun vs Hot-Shot is so beyond my pay grade (so to speak) that it's hardly worth talking about.

Bah I say, BAH. I spit on hot-shots. My players will use hellguns or they can go there. Or, they can have shotguns, I remember a time when Storm Troopers could also have those, that was a bit pointless, but a rad option nonetheless. Then again, veterans with carapace are cheaper nowadays.

Oh well, to bring back an earlier question you blatantly ignored because I stole that hot air thunder of yours regarding another awesome addition to the 40k RPG range: Those PDF's they brought out for both the Soul Reaver and Lathe's, great idea! Any inkling of an idea if we will see more of those? Also, was this stuff they couldn't fit in or post-production stuff that you guys worked on while the books were sent off to the printers?

 H.B.M.C. wrote:
I can't write all the armouries (though I do kinda wish I could - as I said, they're fun! . And the Hellgun vs Hot-Shot is so beyond my pay grade (so to speak) that it's hardly worth talking about.

Above your pay grade!! Why do you hate freedom... I assume that's relevant.

 Makaleth wrote:

 H.B.M.C. wrote:
I can't write all the armouries (though I do kinda wish I could - as I said, they're fun! . And the Hellgun vs Hot-Shot is so beyond my pay grade (so to speak) that it's hardly worth talking about.

Above your pay grade!! Why do you hate freedom... I assume that's relevant.

I'd be amazed if there's a company out there that can tame him.

 H.B.M.C. wrote:
Breaking News: BaronIveagh unhappy with a Rogue Trader book.
Also, this news just coming in: Water is wet!

More as the story develops…
...

So what’s… wrong with it exactly? I can understand if you don't like it, but what's wrong with it? These are two different things.

Well, as to 'What's wrong with it?' you'll have to wait for my written review to come out like everyone else. And that's not fair, as Rogue Trader and Dark Heresy books have actually gotten positive reviews in the past. Hostile Acquisitions got a favorable review, for example.

 H.B.M.C. wrote:
Where are you ordering from in the UK?

I mean, I'm not in the UK, but I got mine the week of release.

well had it pre ordered at Amazon and maelstrom, both are still out of stock, tried a few other uk sellers no luck last I saw was http://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/black-crusade-fantasy-flight-games/1111944334?ean=9781616614331

managed to get it from drivethrurpg but I'd much rather have hard copy

 Predaking wrote:

 H.B.M.C. wrote:
Where are you ordering from in the UK?

I mean, I'm not in the UK, but I got mine the week of release.

well had it pre ordered at Amazon and maelstrom, both are still out of stock, tried a few other uk sellers no luck last I saw was http://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/black-crusade-fantasy-flight-games/1111944334?ean=9781616614331

managed to get it from drivethrurpg but I'd much rather have hard copy

You might want to try http://www.bookdepository.co.uk/ next time, good site with great discounts and free shipping.

Yeah and don't try Amazon. I've had nothing but bad luck with them regarding 40K RPG books.

Bookdepository have a storefront on Amazon where the prices are lower but they charge delivery so it works out at the same price. Useful when I'm too lazy to find my card to enter in the number.

Order from the Book Depository directly then, no shipping involved, regardless of the minimum order.

I meant as in the delivery is £2.80 but the books are £2.80 cheaper on Amazon. E.g. the Dark Heresy Core Book is £30.40 on bookdepository with free shipping and £27.60 with £2.80 shipping, totalling £30.40. I find it easier to order through Amazon as they've already got all my information. It's probably works out cheaper to order direct outside the UK though.

On topic though, is there much in the Black Crusade sourcebooks that can be used in Deathwatch? Even just background material or enemies.

Not 40k RPG related as such, but this is the busiest FFG thread so here it goes...

http://www.gameinformer.com/b/features/archive/2012/09/06/discover-fantasy-flight-games.aspx

Thanks reds8n!

FFG wrote:Stars of Inequity

Announcing an Upcoming Supplement for Rogue Trader



“Ever on forward I race, to the unknown edge of reality. There, in the eternal horizon, lies our glory and our gain!”
–Rogue Trader Alexei Magn

Fantasy Flight Games is pleased to announce the upcoming release of Stars of Inequity, a supplement for Rogue Trader that presents tempting new opportunities for those brave few who make their livings in the Koronus Expanse.

Stars of Inequity is a detailed resource that focuses on the perilous worlds of the Expanse. Game Masters can create their own new realms with the World Generator, a system designed to craft unique planets filled with terrible risks and unmatched potential for profit. Players can brave the dangers of planetside missions, crossing the surface of shadowy worlds to explore deadly jungles, ancient ruins, crashed voidships, and more. And with the Colony Creation rules, your group can construct, expand, and control its own outposts on the lost and forgotten worlds of the Expanse!


A Word From the Developer



For more on Stars of Inequity, here’s a word from lead developer Max Brooke:

[i]The most miraculous part of a Rogue Trader's lot in life stems from the ability to travel freely—not just within the bounds of the Imperium of Mankind, but beyond the Emperor's Light as well. The Navis Primer will cover the journey through the spiraling delirium of the Warp, and Stars of Inequity is about the destination: the countless worlds of the Koronus Expanse.

Stars of Inequity is a guide to crafting encounters and experiences within the vast realm of the Koronus Expanse. It features the World Generator, a system that allows for the rapid generation new regions of space and the individual worlds within them, as well as rules and inspiration for challenges in unique locales on these worlds. These rules are designed to help Game Masters and players journey together off of the beaten path, and into the unknown.

Another major feature of Stars of Inequity is Colony Creation, a set of rules for Explorers who wish to establish their own colonies in the Expanse, all in the name of vast financial gain and, of course, the God-Emperor. The Colony Creation rules allow Explorers to personally manage the infrastructure of their ventures or leave them in the hands of trusted Representatives while they journey on to new stars, new worlds, and new dangers in the 41st Millennium.

Stars of Inequity is full of possibility, peril, and, of course, profit. I'm very excited to hear about the new worlds, adventures, and stories that people use it to create.

Look for Stars of Inequity later this year, and delve into the the unknown to discover the shrouded corners of the Koronus Expanse!

Intradesting.

 BrookM wrote:
Intradesting.

I see what you did there.

Also, the title of this book amuses me.

Where are the Stars of Equity?!

I think they were mentioned before in the Edge of the Abyss source book, but don't quote me on that.

I guess this means my players can soon (Haha, not that soon, silly FFG) start their very own Weyland Yutani corporation.