RE: [DL] Possible way to keep the ABs at a reasonable level

["Yuri" <yuriz@twcny.rr.com>]

I find that the best way to limit the number of AB is just to tell the group
"in order to keep the game balance, and some degree of normalcy, I am going
to limit the number of Arcane Backgrounds to X." I tell my players that, and
usually tell the group that there will be only 2 Arcane Backgrounds in the
posse.

Deadlands isn't Dungeons and Dragons where you need to have a Priest, and a
Wizard in the group for it to be a viable party. Sure, having a Blessed and
Huckster is useful, but they are hardly necessary. Now, if the players start
to evolve into the Arcane Backgrounds. For example, if one of the players is
enamoured with the Hexes, and wants to become a Huckster, than let him...
but that is purely a roleplaying moment, and should be encouraged... but it
should seem realistic...


Your pseudo-Shadowrun idea seems interesting, although it does take away
from the unique character generation that I love in Deadlands.

Yuri




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From: owner-deadlands@gamerz.net [mailto:owner-deadlands@gamerz.net]On
Behalf Of Sitting Duck
Sent: Monday, December 03, 2001 4:48 PM
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Subject: [DL] Possible way to keep the ABs at a reasonable level


However, this requires the use of the non-random trait
system described on PEG's web page. This is basically
a variation of the Shadowrun character creation
system. You assign each of the priorities to Traits,
Aptitudes, Cash, and Arcane. Here's the chart (hope it
comes out straight):

Priority  Traits   Aptitudes  Cash  Arcane
   A     Grizzled     30      $300    Yes
   B     Veteran      24      $250    No
   C     Seasoned     18      $200    No
   D     Greenhorn    12      $150    No

Of course, unless you're a complete moron, you'll
assign D to Arcane if you want a non-arcane character.
Hindrances and Edges are done as normal, except that
the Arcane Background edge is only available if you
selected A for Arcane and want a multi-arcane like a
metal mage. What do you think, sirs?

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