Lots of big moves in the tabletop RPG world this week! And we’re back to break them down into quick reads so you can get back to your turn in initiative.
This week: Paizo PDFs finally come to DriveThruRPG, UK TTRPG workers unionize with company support, DnD Warcraft reveals two alt covers, and a new Lancer campaign emerges.
Pathfinder And Starfinder Now Available On DriveThruRPG
You can now find a huge amount of Pathfinder/Starfinder books, even as far as Pathfinder 1e, on DriveThruRPG. There’s over 1,200 titles already available, reports EN World, which are provided in PDF form. The ability to get printed Paizo products through DTRPG is set to come later this year. DTRPG is also working with Paizo to eventually link accounts between the two providers. This feature will be called Paizo Connect and let customers sync their PDF collections between the two platforms.
Rowan, Rook And Decard Workers Score UK Tabletop's First Union Deal
Employees of Rowan, Rook, and Decard officially joined the IWGB Games Worker Union, making them the first recognized union workers of the UK tabletop industry. Rowan, Rook, and Decard voluntarily accepted the union. Similar to how Wizards of the Coast employees fought to unionize earlier this year, these workers hope to have protections when discussing the impact of AI as well as other common workplace issues. Rowan, Rook, and Decard are known for the recent TTRPG hit Eat the Reich.
DnD World Of Warcraft Alt Cover Revealed (There's Two Of Them!)
The first chapter of DnD Universes Beyond is going big with its collectors editions. November’s DnD WoW book is getting two special alternate art covers. First, as is standard for 5e releases, there’s an alternate art cover exclusive to local game stores. This one is black with neon green and prominently features Murlocs. If you order the Collector's Edition Ultimate Bundle on DnD Beyond, however, the cover sports Horde and Alliance symbols. The bundle also comes with the digital version.
Full Length Lancer Campaign Launches On Kickstarter
Those looking to play Lancer beyond the samples and starter adventures should check out Ghosts Beyond the Scar. The story promises intrigue, mystery, and branching story paths alongside the tactical combat Lancer is known for. The campaign, designed by independent designer Benjamin Palmer, takes pilots from LL0-LL5. It also comes complete with a new mech chassis and experimental weapons. It’s on Kickstarter now, already funded, and includes a print edition for collectors.
Lots of exciting stuff and good news this week! Thanks for reading, and may your dice be kind.
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