ALIEN RPG | Building Better Worlds - Adventure and Exploration!
Alien: The Roleplaying Game, Year Zero Engine | Campaign
About the adventure
The official campaign for ALIEN RPG: "Building Better Worlds" runs through 7 official expeditions suitable for Space Explorers! Be part of the "away team" and help "The Lost Colonies" return to humanity. These expeditions all connect to each other with an exciting metaplot and a grand finale adventure that will affect all of humanity. You'll also get to play as a Space Colonist and tame the wilds of a newfound planet. Tap into resource deposits and see if you can strike it rich, or maybe even find some alien specimens. Colonists may be planet-bound, but you'll still be dealing with local troubles, major storms, dangerous wildlife, and the occasional space virus. 🕵️‍♂️Take on the role a Space Explorer in search of new worlds! 👷‍♂️ Build a Better World through Exploration, Prospecting and Colony Management! 👾Investigate Strange Creature Sightings and contend with Space Pirates! "To Find and Forge Our Future." That's what the pamphlet said. Find a new home amongst the stars, build yourself a new life. Now you're on a massive colony ship 2 years from Earth as part of "The Great Mother Mission", a political endeavor to reunite some long lost space colonies that haven't been heard from in over 70 years. You'll be facing down deadly environments, hideous monsters, political activists, corporate snakes, and treacherous archaeologists. "The journey of a thousand light years begins with the f irst step. Take that step with us, to a new world, a new home, a new adventure! Dare to live the life you’ve always wanted!" "Come join the great United American adventure! Three meals a day, a ship to call home, fair wages for all. Make your fortune and see the open skies of the cosmos. Opportunity awaits you sir—opportunity awaits!"
Beginners are welcome. The ALIEN RPG is an easy to learn system and great for sci-fi action. Intrigued, but still want to know more? Send me a message and I'll answer any questions you have.
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(65)
4 years on StartPlaying
242 games hosted
Highly rated for: Creativity, Sets the Mood, Storytelling
Game Master Reviews (65)
Proficiencies
Players say this GM is great at:
Creativity
Sets the Mood
Storytelling
Luvac Zantor
Played 8 sessions
Luke is a fantastic GM and his preparation shows how much he cares about the stories he tells — but what makes him stand out is how seamlessly he blends that prep with improvisation. I can never tell if we’ve just stumbled into a carefully laid trap or if he’s spinning gold off the top of his head. He’s also incredibly easy to work with, adapting to the players’ ideas without missing a beat. Outside of the sessions, Luke keeps communication flowing, is always open to input, and makes sure everyone’s engaged and excited for what’s coming next. If you’re even remotely considering joining one of his Alien RPG sessions — or anything else he runs — stop thinking and jump in. My only complaint? I have to wait between sessions to get more. 11/10, would absolutely recommend. No really. Get in on this sh** yesterday.
Krodious
Played 3 sessions
Great storytelling and world building. Very good at keeping track of choices and making the game fun and interesting for all players.
Dexter
Played 12 sessions
My first time playing Aliens RP and Luke walked me through it, had a blast. We didn't even land before an enemy jet shot us out of the sky but I got a lucky shot downing the jet. Whole team hoofed it before the locals blew up our downed ship. After some convincing the locals weren't bad and even showed us to our destination, a downed enemy freighter spaceship. Fast forward, I'm nearly killed trying to play electrician (I'm a medic) and fought with a cat sized jungle centipede. 10/10 would run again.
Zoe
Played 4 sessions
My favourite DM ever! Luke creates an atmosphere that gripped me from start to finish - from his compelling delivery of the story to the immaculately detailed maps. Luke is such a professional and I would recommend his games to anyone looking for a moody mystery with plenty of WTF moments!
Ryan Davis
Played 75 sessions
Luke's a great GM, been playing with him for awhile. He has a really stable and steady table,with many players sticking around and becoming regulars. His created content is great and he runs with an even hand.
Dan
Played 14 sessions
Awesome GM. Had a great time playing an Alien RPG cinematic with Luke. Excellent grasp of the rules and the lore. Engaging roleplay and narration. Great use of Foundry and art/sound assets. I cannot recommend him highly enough.
Additional tables
1 available
Bi-weekly / Monday - 11:00 PM UTC
Jun 16 / Session 14
4 / 5 Seats Filled
Additional details
How to prepare
Discord is required for voice chat. I also use the Foundry Virtual Tabletop which runs best on Google Chrome and will have all of your character information already filled out. Foundry VTT is a browser-based VTT that is free to players and requires no download. The Foundry VTT contains a dice roller and info from the Core Rulebook for reference.
What I provide
Ambient soundscapes, custom maps, dynamic lighting, animated visual effects for weapons, sound effects, (awful) character voices, and thematic music.
Gameplay details
Lines & Veils will be discussed when at Session Zero, and also with any new player that joins.
Content warnings
Safety tools used
• Lines and Veils
• Session 0
How will character creation work
Character options will be made available to all on a private discord server. Actual character creation will be done prior to Session 0, and I'll be available to assist you with the process. Session 0 will be used to determine your setting, the type of adventures that you want, and establish some character backgrounds in the group. Plan on creating TWO characters for use, just in case one character dies or you want to change your play style. One character should be designed for life on a Colony, the other will be set to Explore the stars. Totally new to ALIEN RPG? GREAT! Let me know and I'll get you introduced to the basics.
Players can expect
Combat / Tactics
Medium
Roleplay
High
Puzzles
Low
Experience level
Open to all
Platforms used
• Foundry VTT
• Discord
$30.00
/ Session
Each player will be charged when a session starts.
Details
Bi-weekly / Monday - 11:00 PM UTC
Jun 9 / Session 14
3-3.5 Hour Duration
5 / 5 Seats Filled
Schedule
Requirements
Experience required: Open to all
Age: 18+