Rise of the Runelords (Anniversary Edition) [Classic Run]

About the adventure

Welcome Adventurers! This is a Classic Rise of the Runelords Adventure! What does “Classic” mean? Well, it means we only use things that existed when the Anniversary Edition was released (specifically content the Runelords AP makes use of (see list below)), thus challenging new and veteran players to hone their skills and avoid content bloat! Think a similar idea to MMOs like Classic Everquest or Classic World of Warcraft. Rise of the Runelords is a very “classic” adventure, as it takes you across the vast region of Varisia, one of Golarion’s most prominent locations. Within you will fight familiar monsters, from Goblins to Dragons, as well as rare, unheard-of horrors, those of which I dare not mutter! Plot Hook: From the idyllically peaceful coastal town of Sandpoint to an ancient lost city at the top of the world, Rise of the Runelords takes a party of adventurers from 1st to over 18th level and delves into the mysteries of Varisia's ancient past. Millennia ago, the powerful empire of Thassilon ruled the land, dominated by despotic Runelords who maintained their power through harnessing the power of rune magic. Thought gone forever, the workings of Thassilon are not so far beneath the surface and one of the Runelords plans a return to power. Only the brave adventurers stand in their way. Hero Points will be in play =D Allowed Books: Core Rulebook Advanced Player’s Guide Ultimate Combat Ultimate Magic Inner Sea World Guide Advanced Races Guide Core Races Only - Let's get classic! Now, why the limits? Well, easy really: This adventure becomes VERY easy when you allow much of the later released material, as it was not written to challenge the power that was later created. I have run this AP from start to finish 6 times. I have also completed it as a player twice, so I know the story and encounters well. When I first played it, the game was fresh and a great challenge. Sometimes we died, more often we survived and had a hell of a time doing so! When I allow later released content, challenges quickly disappear and players almost never experience “tension”, just easy wins, which clearly hurts the overall feeling of a grand adventure. Whilst this game will bring challenge, possible player death, it will certainly bring glory, a need to THINK as your character, and a bond amongst allies that is often overlooked when one person can so often rule combat. I ask you to join me and challenge yourselves to play this game “as intended”! Let’s have a blast whilst doing so. I would prefer those who have yet to play this AP join up, but know that previous experience will not exclude you, we will simply have to talk about how you will avoid metagaming, both in character and in prep.