A Sneak Peek at the Universal Soldier Cinematic Adventure™
over 2 years ago
– Fri, Jun 17, 2022 at 07:32:15 PM
Hello Evil Minions,
Welcome to the next installment of our CA sneak peeks. This time we’re going to focus on Universal Soldier. It’s a film paired Dolph Lundren and Jean Claude Van Damme - two amazing action stars in the 90s. This setting is a great one for military adventures and takes Everyday Heroes into the realm of cybernetics, combat implants, mind control, and other elements that can create amazing adventure stories.
What's a Cinematic Adventure?
Cinematic Adventures are a tool we use to introduce you to the world of this iconic movie property. Half of this 100-page printed or digital book will be focused on introducing new mechanics within this world. The second half will be an adventure introducing you to this campaign setting.
What's in Part 1?
The first part will usually introduce one or more new classes, as well as backgrounds and professions that are specific to this world. In many cases, we’ll have to also introduce new rules mechanics to make the world function. In other cases, we will flesh out the popular locations within the world so you can create your own adventures.
What’s in Part 2?
The second part will be a full-fledged adventure set within the world. You can expect serious action in this adventure but we won’t skimp on the story. Whether you decide to follow the directives of your shadowy masters or break free and set your own course is your decision. Just be ready for the consequences and bring plenty of high explosives.
5 Hints about the Total Recall Cinematic Adventure
1. You Were Dead. Universal Soldiers are created from recently fallen, elite war veterans, animated by cybernetics. For better or worse, this is your second chance. Players will have options to choose from a number of backgrounds celebrating your amazing accomplishments when you were alive. There’s a reason why the program chose you, after all.
2. You’re UniSol Property. As a UniSol enhanced being, you are officially government property - an asset of Black Tower. Should you have the willpower to break free of their command, they are going to want to get their property back. A little advice... Sleep with one eye open.
3. Play awakened or non-awakened. You had a past, but do you remember it? Either you’re on the neural serum or not. If you’re on it, your cybernetics are working at optimal performance, but you won’t remember who you are or where you come from. The choice will be yours.
4. Experimental Tech Can Be Glitchy. These powerful cybernetics provide enhanced self-healing abilities and superior strength, but they also tend to overheat and shut down. So you will need to choose wisely when you use your tech.
5. Replace Your Body Parts. Whether you were part of the UniSol program or just want a system upgrade, cybernetic implants will be made available to the players. You will be able to acquire cybernetics through feats. Through this election, you can buy a robotic leg to run faster, a new arm to break down doors, or a new eye to see in the dark... There is something for everyone.
Well, I hope you enjoyed this sneak peek. Look for more sneak peeks at each Cinematic Adventure in our upcoming posts.
A Sneak Peek at the Pacific Rim Cinematic Adventure™
over 2 years ago
– Fri, Jun 17, 2022 at 07:27:45 PM
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Live Now - The Producers of the Crow
over 2 years ago
– Fri, Jun 17, 2022 at 03:43:27 PM
New Stretch Goal Unlocked: Extra Feats
over 2 years ago
– Sun, Jun 12, 2022 at 02:01:43 AM
Evil Minions,
Congrats on unlocking a new stretch goal!
More Feats from the Feat-master
You have now unlocked 50 MORE feats from the ultimate Feat-master Sigfried Trent. For those of you who don't know, Sig was the author of the Netbook of Feats - the most definitive guide to feats in the known universe. Across the series, he has created over 1,000 feats for D&D and Pathfinder. And now he will be devoting his talents to this stretch goal.
Free Maps
And now let's turn to the newly announced stretch goal.
When we started playtesting this game, we were shocked to see that there were very few modern-day maps. Where was the modern house? The Subway Station? The Office Building? So, to ensure you're able to play our game right away, we'll provide you with heaps of maps.
Thank you BackerClub
We have partnered with BackerClub to give away a really cool prize!
One lucky member will get their pledge for an Evil Shark w/ Lasers (Ultimate Bundle) (A $500+ value) FREE!
Just head on over to BackerClub to check out the details of the giveaway and sign up for an account if you aren't already a member.
A Sneak Peek at the Kong Skull Island Cinematic Adventure™
over 2 years ago
– Sat, Jun 11, 2022 at 05:46:57 AM
Hello Evil Minions,
Welcome to the next installment of our CA sneak peeks. This time we’re going to focus on the Monsterverse franchise. This is far and away my favorite IP because after I left the movie theater, I said “Wow, that was a great D&D session.” It has everything you want in a good adventure. Monsters, a crazy party, and an unknown entity in Kong.
What's a Cinematic Adventure?
Cinematic Adventures are a tool we use to introduce you to the world of this iconic movie property. Half of this 100-page printed or digital book will be focused on introducing new mechanics within this world. The second half will be an adventure introducing you to this campaign setting. If an individual Cinematic Adventure is successful, we’ll move on to creating more sourcebooks to flesh out the world even more.
What's in Part 1?
The first part will usually introduce one or more new classes, as well as backgrounds and professions that are specific to this world. In many cases, we’ll have to also introduce new rules mechanics to make the world function. In other cases, we will flesh out the popular locations within the world so you can create your own adventures.
What’s in Part 2?
The second part will be a full-fledged adventure set on Skull Island. Journey into the most dangerous wilderness on the planet and put all your survival skills to the ultimate test. It’s going to take a resourceful team with both smarts and guts to uncover the secrets of Skull Island.
5 Hints about the Kong Skull Island Cinematic Adventure
1. The Island Wants You Dead. The most terrifying aspect of the island is that nearly everything is trying to kill you. Super-species, flesh-eating flora, insane diseases, and the treacherous landscape will all be vying to finish you off. Even the weather is hazardous to your health. No one comes to Skull Island because it’s easy.
2. So Many Beasts. Evil Genius Games has confidential access to the Monsterverse Bible. It is filled with hundreds and hundreds of skull island beasts, only a small portion you’ve seen on the big screen. We can’t wait to introduce you to these wild and beautiful creatures, then try to kill you with them.
3. Here Come the Titans. The mighty titans of the hollow earth are on a whole other level! Don’t expect to go head-on against a titan in a fair fight and win, that is, unless you have one on your side. You can bet we will have rules covering titan vs titan combat and how to handle heroes going up against these walking natural disasters.
4. Kong - Friend or Foe? Monarch classifies Kong as one of the “protectors,” titans who seem to be intent on protecting the natural world, and who are capable of working alongside mankind when it suits them. Heroes exploring Skull Island would be wise to stay on his good side and avoid incurring his wrath.
5. What About Godzilla? So many of you asked about Godzilla and the rest of the Monsterverse - Mothra, Mecha-Godzilla, and the others. Well, it's not outside the realm of possibility. The bottom line is that Godzilla and friends are on the table. Future sourcebooks have already been discussed. Mind you, these Titans know better than to invade Kong’s island!
Well, I hope you enjoyed this sneak peek. Look for more sneak peeks at each Cinematic Adventure in our upcoming posts.
How to add this adventure to your pledge
To add this Cinematic Adventure to your pledge, do the following 7 simple steps.
- Select your pledge level
- Click the green “Pledge” button
- On the Configure Reward page, scroll down to see all of the add-ons.
- Find The Escape From New York Cinematic Adventure or Roll20 version
- Click the green “Add” button and it automatically gets added to your shopping cart
- Press continue
- You should see your add-ons in the pledge summary
