Imperial Raider - Fantasy Flight Games announces new Corvette Class ship for Epic play

 

 The Imperial Raider has been announced!

 The Raider is the Imperial answer to the Corellian Corvette (the Tantive available to the Rebels). This ship was specifically designed for the X-Wing miniatures game as well, as indicated by the interview:

“The impetus behind the Raider-class corvette came from a desire to produce an Imperial ship for X-Wing that was comparable in size and role to the Rebel corvette.

“Before we even announced the Tantive IV™ Expansion Pack, we knew Imperial players would need a comparable ship to lead their fleets in the game’s Epic Play battles. But none of the ships within the established IP and extended universe quite fit the bill. As we looked at ships that were larger than the VT-49 Decimator, the next possibility was the Lancer-class frigate at 250m; however, that was larger than we wanted for the scope of the game. Moreover, it didn’t quite fit the desired role, so we worked with Lucasfilm Ltd. and drew upon existing materials to create a new starship that fit seamlessly into the aesthetics and background of the Star Wars universe.

“The result was a cross between a Star Destroyer and a single-pilot fighter, something fast and aggressive.

“The Raider is a starship made specifically for anti-fighter warfare. Its six dual heavy laser cannons proved more accurate against snubfighters than the turbolaser batteries of its Star Destroyer cousins, and the disruptive effects of its ion cannon emplacements, along with the efficiency of its localized command, make it a powerful addition to small strike forces.

“It’s also a ship that’s particularly well-suited to fighting alongside a number of TIE Advanced. Both the Raider-class corvette and TIE Advanced are well-suited to quick assault missions. They are both equipped with hyperdrives and enough defenses to stand up to a wide range of threats. They can jump into a sector, launch a quick assault, and then jump away. Then, they can leave after the mission is complete. This makes them ideal vessels for use in the Outer Rim, and this is an idea that you’ll be able to explore even further within the context of the expansion’s campaign.”

    –Andrew Navaro, Frank Brooks, and Steve Kimball

None of the cards are available just yet (that I can see, anyway) - what do you think will be included? Take it to the discussion forum and let us know what you think!

JOIN the discussion!
  - http://forums.koboldcompany.com/discussion/131/the-new-imperial-raider-announced-from-ffg-for-epic-play

The K-Box Kickstarter is LIVE!

https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/128840374/k-box-the-whiteboard-dice-box

UPDATE! I've added a new $50 reward option! Check out the new Mobile GM KBOX! $50 reward for up to 10 special people!

The Kickstarter campaign for the K-Box is live! Please help support this project and Kobold Company by spreading the word!

Funding this project means Kobold Company will get the tools needed to create this product professionally - the demo box (pictured here) was cut and put together by hand, but funding here would mean automating the process to a certain extent, and making a more professional, finalized product.

In addition, each K-Box is customizable by YOU to include your name, picture, art, or other feature you might come up with. With the CNC machine (funded by this project), we can add just about anything you want to the exterior of the box!

Please check out our Kickstarter campaign by clicking here:

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The Deductionist - a detective base class for the Pathfinder RPG

$2.99


There are some who take on the mantle of adventurer for the gold and the glory. Others have the dubious title thrust upon them through circumstance or fate. Then there are some who seek out the adventurous life for the sheer sake of knowledge and discovery of the unknown. Enter the Deductionist.

Want to add a little steampunk flavor to your Pathfinder campaign? The deductionist has that too! From the Aerification Tube to the Luminiferous Memory Transanimator, this book brings several very flavorful steampunk-style elements to your game play! The Deductionist is an original base class which will find a niche in almost any adventuring group. Highly skilled, and incredibly perceptive, the Deductionist overcomes his adversaries with brilliance, rather than brawn. The Deductionist is a fun class which possesses a wide array of abilities and talents. Their main attribute, "Reason" grants them a preternatural ability to defeat his foes.

Each Deductionist is a master of a chosen discipline of knowledge, with almost sage-like ability. With almost 40 deductive abilities to overcome their foes, no single Deductionist will ever be the same. Confound your opponents with your knowledge, avoid their clumsy swings with danger sense, exploit their weaknesses and even learn mystic abilities, This sourcebook also includes 17 new feats, 13 new pieces of equipment and three new archetypes.

The Operative, a stealthy infiltrator who uses charm and charisma to accomplish her objectives. The Eldritch Inspector, a magician who uses spells and tricks to solve his mysteries. Finally, the Shadowed Avenger takes to the streets as an investigator-turned-vigilante.

The Deductionist - base class was written by KC Rift of Kobold Company in 2012-13 and originally published by Total Party Kill Games.

Tactics Mats - Star Wars: X-Wing and Star Trek: Attack Wing playmat!

The KickStarter for Tactics Mats should be starting very soon!

The manufacturer sent this pic of the production piece and it looks AWESOME!

 The final product is going to be a massive 48"x 36" neoprene playmat designed specifically for Star Wars: X-Wing and Star Trek: Attack Wing miniatures games.

 Be sure to support out kickstarter and get a HUGE discount on the first mats to roll out!

Chase Rules for Pathfinder

I just came across these rules on "Geek-Related.com", a website for, well, geeks. As the author details in his commentary, if there is one thing I have never been satisfied with it's the lack of good cinematic chase scene rules. There is just no incentive to run or chase or to ever have to move once combat has engaged.

These VERY SIMPLE rules are a quick and easy read....AND easy to implement.

The gist?

Step 1. Roll Initiative (if you haven't already started)

Step 2. Roll your movement for the round and apply modifiers

Step 3. Avoid or surmount obstacles

Step 4. Determine if you are closer or further from your quarry / pursuers - the scale is from 1 to 6. If you hit 1, you are caught or you catch your quarry. If it's a 6, you have lost them or your target has lost you.

SIMPLE. The DM can get as cinematic as necessary, but the rules themselves lend themselves to a natural, fast-paced chase.

Bravo to The Geek for this super slick rule set.

http://geek-related.com/2009/12/13/life-in-the-big-city-chase-rules/

Beautiful rendition of 'The Rains of Castamere'

If you are a Song of Ice and Fire (aka Game of Thrones) fan, you are no-doubt familiar with "The Rains of Castamere" - a tragic dirge in which the Lord of House Reyne of Castamere, a bannerman to House Lannister, betrays Lord Tywin Lannister only to suffer the most severe and ultimate of punishments; the complete and ultimate destruction of his house. There are several renditions of the song only written in the books, but these are the the most impressive.

The version by Karliene Reynolds (below) is by far the most haunting

This awesome is how I imagine The Man in Black, Johnny Cash, would sing The Rains of Castamere! Awesome!

Extended Trailer - World War Z

I realize the zombie genre has been beaten to death (ahem..pun intended), but I am nevertheless WAY excited about this movie. I have not read the book (World War Z), but just judging by the preview this is no typical "zombie flick" where the undead are slow creepers who prey upon bumbling idiots throughout the film. These zombies are strong, fast, feral...and pissed off!

According to the following review (which follows the movie preview), this movie doesn't follow the book very well - but it still looks epic in scope. I'm a fan of Brad Pitt too and I'm reasonably confident he is not going to play the star role in a stinker film.

Personally, I think this is going to be bad ass...here's hoping I'm not disappointed!!