Earthdawn Players Guide (Fourth Edition)

The Therans have been driven from Barsaive, but we must remain vigilant. There are other enemies, and I have no doubt the Therans are waiting for an opportunity to return. ~Commander Sigrun Dalben, Addressing his troops after the Battle of Skypoint

Earthdawn Fourth Edition Player's Guide, © Fasa Games Inc.

The Earthdawn Fourth Edition Player's Guide was published by the reformed design team of FASA Games Inc. The series was rebooted with a 2015 Kickstarter drive, which raised nearly $110,000 on a $10,000 goal and amassing 1,019 backers. This page provides an overview of the books contents.

Purchase your own copy here.

Introduction

This segment of the Player's Guide provides a high level overview of the Earthdawn setting, roleplaying games, and how to use the book.

To the Saddle Born

A short story.

Game Concepts

This segment provides a nice introduction, or reintroduction, to many Earthdawn game systems, setting elements, and themes. Including:

• Steps and Action Dice - An overview of the Step System and other game mechanics, including:
  • Bonus Dice
  • Bonuses and Penalties
  • Test Results
  • Success levels
  • Effect Tests
  • The Rule of One
• Time
• Distances and Weights
• Adepts and Disciplines
• The Character Sheet
• Karma
• Magic
• Names
• Patterns
• Blood Magic
• Legends
• The Planes
• The Horrors
• Traces of Corruption
• Passions and Questors

References

• The Earthdawn Fourth Edition Kickster Page.