Book for the world of the Shadows of Esteren
Imagine a peninsula of steep hills, dense forests where daylight struggles to penetrate, misty valleys and mountainside fortresses... and beyond the tumultuous oceans, the Continent, vast and mysterious. Set against these grandiose landscapes, The Shadows of Esteren offers you a harsh, realistic world in which the impact of the supernatural is never trivial or insignificant, and where men must face a ferocious threat lurking in the shadows.
Aimed at players and game leaders alike, this is the first book in the Shadows of Esteren role-playing series. You will find :
A game world: You will discover the world of Esteren as seen through the eyes of its inhabitants, particularly those of the Tri-Kazel peninsula. Divided into three kingdoms, it is described politically, geographically and historically. The way of life, the antagonisms between the factions and the problems faced by the inhabitants on a day-to-day basis are covered in detail. All in a full-colour book with over 160 illustrations.
A complete system: With a focus on atmosphere and player interaction, the Shadows of Esteren game system lets you create your characters, manage their mental health, use magience, discover the secret of the oghamic arts, invoke the power of the Creator, and more.
Game aids: This book contains six archetypes illustrating some of the possible roles you can play, tips on creating a group of characters, a complete glossary with an index, a character sheet, and more. These game aids will enable you to start playing your first games very quickly, while fully immersing yourself in the world of the Shadows of Esteren.
