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List Of Shadowrun Books
A list of the English-language ''Shadowrun'' books, with their Stock Keeping Unit, SKU numbers. Sourcebooks * Four digit numbers were published by FASA Corporation, FASA; sometimes prefixed by "FAS" * Five digit numbers were published by: **Fantasy Productions, FanPro: 106××, 250××, and 2600×; sometimes prefixed with "FPR" **Catalyst Game Labs, Catalyst: 26×××, with the third digit specifying the book type; 0 for core rulebooks, 1 for core supplements, 2 for settings (locations), 3 for general sourcebooks, 4 for Adventure, 6 for Rules Supplement, 7 for premium, 8 for fiction and 9 for misc; sometimes prefixed with "CAT", "CGL" or "CYT" Core rulebooks and supplements are primarily composed of rules, and tend to be replaced quickly when a new edition of the game is released. They can be difficult to use with other editions. First, Second, and Third edition were pretty similar, while the Fourth and 20th Anniversary editions were quite different than the first three. Fifth ed ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Shadowrun
''Shadowrun'' is a science fantasy tabletop role-playing game set in an alternate future in which cybernetics, magic in fiction, magic and fantasy creatures co-exist. It combines genres of cyberpunk, urban fantasy, and crime fiction, crime, with occasional elements of conspiracy fiction, conspiracy, horror fiction, horror, and detective fiction. From its inception in 1989, it has spawned a franchise that includes a series of novels, a collectible card game, two miniature-based tabletop wargames, and multiple video games. The title is taken from the game's main premise – a near-future world damaged by a massive magical event, where industrial espionage and corporate warfare runs rampant. A ''shadowrun'' – a successful data theft or physical break-in at a rival corporation or organization – is one of the main tools employed by both corporate rivals and underworld figures. Deckers (futuristic hacker (computer security), hackers) can tap into an immersive, three-dimensional ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Threats (Shadowrun)
''Threats'' is a 1996 role-playing game supplement for ''Shadowrun'' published by FASA. Contents ''Threats'' is a sourcebook presenting conspiracy theories about 14 dangerous organizations and entities. Reception Andy Butcher reviewed ''Threats'' for ''Arcane'' magazine, rating it a 7 out of 10 overall. Butcher comments that "As well as offering alternatives to the traditional corporate bad guys, the book expands ''Shadowruns scope. Referees may not find themselves directly using a great deal of the material presented here, but they will certainly find a lot of inspiration for their games." Reviews *'' Envoyer'' #6 *'' Envoyer'' #7 *''Casus Belli A (; ) is an act or an event that either provokes or is used to justify a war. A ''casus belli'' involves direct offenses or threats against the nation declaring the war, whereas a ' involves offenses or threats against its ally—usually one bou ...'' #96 References {{reflist Role-playing game supplements introduced in 1996 Shadow ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Chicago
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Aztlan (Shadowrun)
''Aztlan'' is supplement published by FASA in 1995 for the cyberpunk role-playing game ''Shadowrun'' . Contents ''Aztlan'', written by Nigel Findley, details the nation of Aztlan for the ''Shadowrun'' setting. Aztlan features a mix of Aztec mythology, cybertech and corporate crime, with chapters on corporate security, religion, fashion, and history. Reception In the December 1995 edition of ''Dragon'' (Issue #224), Rick Swan thought the blend of Aztec and cyberpunk culture was deft. He found the chapter on religion was "especially good". Swan concluded that this book was "One of the late Nigel Findley's best." Reviews *''Australian Realms ''Australian Realms'' was an Australian magazine featuring role-playing games (RPGs). Its first issue was published in 1988 by Planar Games at Willeton, Western Australia with Corey Swallow as editor and Mark Hendley as assistant editor. Th ...'' #25 References {{reflist Role-playing game supplements introduced in 1995 Shadowrun s ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
The City Of Shadows
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Tir Na NOg (Shadowrun)
''Tir na nOg'' is a 1993 role-playing supplement for ''Shadowrun'' published by FASA. Contents ''Tir na nOg'' is a supplement in which the veil has been lifted between the world and the faerie world in Ireland. Reception Angel Leigh McCoy reviewed ''Tír na nÓg'' in '' White Wolf'' #44 (June, 1994), rating it a 4 out of 5 and stated that "Aside from detailing the culture, politics and history of Tír na nÓg, this sourcebook gives information on creating a character from the isle, and specifically offers information on creating a druid. Overall, it's a worthwhile addition to any ''Shadowrun'' collection." Reviews *''Australian Realms ''Australian Realms'' was an Australian magazine featuring role-playing games (RPGs). Its first issue was published in 1988 by Planar Games at Willeton, Western Australia with Corey Swallow as editor and Mark Hendley as assistant editor. Th ...'' #15 *''The Shadowrun Supplemental'' (Vol 1, Issue 1 - 1997) References {{reflist Role-playin ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
California Free State
''California Free State'' is a 1996 role-playing game supplement for ''Shadowrun'' published by FASA. Contents ''California Free State'' is an area sourcebook that focuses on California. Reception Andy Butcher reviewed ''California Free State'' for ''Arcane'' magazine, rating it a 9 out of 10 overall. Butcher comments that "Regardless of what style of game you play ..''California Free State'' has a great deal to offer any Shadowrun group. Excellent stuff." Reviews *'' Shadis'' #27 (May, 1996) *''Casus Belli A (; ) is an act or an event that either provokes or is used to justify a war. A ''casus belli'' involves direct offenses or threats against the nation declaring the war, whereas a ' involves offenses or threats against its ally—usually one bou ...'' #93 References Role-playing game supplements introduced in 1996 Shadowrun supplements {{Rpg-stub ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Native American Nations Volume Two
''Native American Nations Volume Two'' is a 1991 role-playing supplement for ''Shadowrun'' published by FASA FASA Corporation was an American publisher of role-playing games, wargaming, wargames and board games between 1980 and 2001, after which they closed publishing operations for several years, becoming an IP holding company under the name FASA In .... Contents ''Native American Nations Volume Two'' is a supplement in which four of the Native American Nations countries are detailed. Reception Matthew Gabbert reviewed ''Native American Nations, Volume Two'' in '' White Wolf'' #30 (Feb., 1992), rating it a 3 out of 5 and stated that "''Native American Nations, Volume Two'' is a good supplement caught in a marketing goof. Allocating nearly half the book to an adventure, even a good one, is a mistake. Players should probably hold off on purchasing this supplement if their GM plans on running the adventure portion. Otherwise, the NAN source material makes this book essential for ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
The Neo-Anarchist's Guide To North America
''The Neo-Anarchist's Guide to North America'' is a 1990 role-playing supplement for ''Shadowrun'' published by FASA FASA Corporation was an American publisher of role-playing games, wargaming, wargames and board games between 1980 and 2001, after which they closed publishing operations for several years, becoming an IP holding company under the name FASA In .... Contents ''The Neo-Anarchist's Guide to North America'' is a supplement in which the focus is the nations and significant cities in the part of North America that is not Amerindian. Reception Matthew Gabbert reviewed ''Neo-Anarchist's Guide to North America'' in '' White Wolf'' #28 (Aug./Sept., 1991), rating it a 4 out of 5 and stated that "The Seattle Metroplex of 2050 can be a pretty exciting and profitable place for most shadowrunners, but for those who desire a change of scenery (or who just need to get out of town for a while), the ''Neo-Anarchist's Guide to North America'' could be just the ticket." Reviews *' ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Germany Sourcebook
''Germany Sourcebook'' is a 1994 role-playing supplement for ''Shadowrun'' published by FASA. Contents ''Germany Sourcebook'' is a supplement in which Germany is detailed for the game setting. Publication history ''Germany Sourcebook'' was first written by Germans and then translated to English. Reception Angel Leigh McCoy reviewed ''Germany Sourcebook'' in '' White Wolf Inphobia'' #50 (Dec., 1994), rating it a 3.5 out of 5 and stated that "If your game is set anywhere in Europe or characters are traveling to somewhere else in Europe, you will want this book. It offers a comprehensive understanding of the Awakening's effects on Germany and Europe as a whole." Reviews *''Rollespilsmagasinet Fønix'' (Issue 3 - July/August 1994) *''The Fifth Annual Neo-Anarchists Guide to Everything Else'' (1994) *''Australian Realms ''Australian Realms'' was an Australian magazine featuring role-playing games (RPGs). Its first issue was published in 1988 by Planar Games at Willeton, Western A ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
London Sourcebook
''London Sourcebook'' is a 1991 role-playing supplement for ''Shadowrun'' published by FASA. Contents ''London Sourcebook'' is a supplement in which London is detailed, from its aristocracy to its ghettos. Reception Matthew Gabbert reviewed ''London Sourcebook'' in '' White Wolf'' #30 (Feb., 1992), rating it a 5 out of 5 and stated that "As George Bernard Shaw one put it, 'England and America are two great nations separated by a common language.' While that sentiment still seems to hold true in the mid-21st Century, if the ''London Sourcebook'' is any indication, that separation can yet be spanned by people of sufficient vision and imagination." Reviews *''Saga'' (Issue 13 - Apr 1992) *''The Shadowrun Supplemental'' (Vol 1, Issue 1 - 1997) *''Casus Belli A (; ) is an act or an event that either provokes or is used to justify a war. A ''casus belli'' involves direct offenses or threats against the nation declaring the war, whereas a ' involves offenses or threats against its ally ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Native American Nations Volume One
''Native American Nations Volume One'' is a 1991 role-playing supplement for ''Shadowrun'' published by FASA FASA Corporation was an American publisher of role-playing games, wargaming, wargames and board games between 1980 and 2001, after which they closed publishing operations for several years, becoming an IP holding company under the name FASA In .... Contents ''Native American Nations Volume One'' is a supplement in which the Amerindian coalition of the Native American Nations is detailed. Reception Matthew Gabbert reviewed ''Native American Nations: Volume One'' in '' White Wolf'' #29 (Oct./Nov., 1991), rating it a 3 out of 5 and stated that "On the whole, ''Native American Nations: Volume One'' is a disappointment. Allotting over half the book to an uninspiring adventure is a mistake I hope FASA doesn't repeat. However, the source material still makes this supplement a must for ''Shadowrun'' GMs, although players who expect to try the adventure should hold on to their w ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
