The eagerly anticipated Gamemaster’s Handbook for the latest edition of the Pendragon roleplaying game is arriving this month from Chaosium Inc. The volume will expand upon Arthur’s realm with additional options and GM advice while also presenting two adventures. The 240 page hardcover (with PDF) will carry an MSRP of $49.99 when it ships April 23rd. If you pre-order, you’ll receive the PDF right now. I do expect the PDF to be available at DriveThruRPG before the ship date for around $24.99.
About the book:
Bring Arthur’s Britain to Life!
In Pendragon, the Gamemaster is the leader of the game, the source of knowledge, the organizer of society, armies, and the land itself. Without the Gamemaster there would be no game; in roleplaying there is not a more noble act than to take on this great responsibility.
The Pendragon: Gamemaster’s Handbook contains everything required for a fledgling or veteran GM to open the window to the fantastical world of King Arthur!
Pendragon: The Gamemaster’s Handbook greatly expands the setting of the game. From highlights of important characters and time periods, to courtly intrigue and a myriad of strange and wondrous beasts, spirits, fairies and fiends which lurk in the dark places of Arthur’s Britain. The book also includes in-depth discussions of religion and magic, and how to use them in your game.
In addition to guidelines for fine-tuning the game to your preferred style of play, this book contains an entire section dedicated to ‘Arthurian Acts’. These expanded rules cover events such as tournaments, seduction, and an entire system for running Feasts, where gossip, courtesy, and Honor hold sway. Inside, you’ll also find rules for running battles, from the smallest skirmish to the most legendary clash of arms!
This book contains two all-new scenarios for Pendragon, designed as either a starting point for a group of fresh Player-knights, or for use in an ongoing campaign.
The Adventure of the Crucible
This scenario, intended for starting characters, is the perfect way to kick off your Pendragon campaign. Lords, ladies, allies, and rivals are introduced as the Player-squires earn their spurs in a time of anarchy and desperation.
The Adventure of the King’s Gambit
The County of Sarum faces annihilation when the Saxons of Wessex launch an invasion. Can the Player-knights break through enemy lines and ride for aid in time?
- Castles & Crusades: Players Handbook Reforged Edition Reviewed - Apr 7, 2025
- Campaign Builder: Dungeons & Ruins Reviewed - Apr 5, 2025
- Space 1999: The Roleplaying Game Receives a Free Quickstart - Apr 4, 2025
