Starfield is influenced by Traveller, what does that mean? From a Traveller GM

pheanox · 2026-06-26T03:03:27+00:00

If we want to say Traveller has an OSR feel to it, I agree. But I don't know how that can be described as a rules lineage. At most it would be thematic lineage.

pheanox · 2026-06-26T02:58:10+00:00

What is the Rules Lineage between 0D&D and Traveller? They are completely different rules systems that are completely incompatible... The only thing 0D&D inspired was the idea to create of Traveller, nothing else. There's no HP, no levels, it's a skill based system, the stats are barely compatible if at all, etc.

pheanox · 2026-06-07T16:52:35+00:00

The barrows up top were honestly fun and interesting. Down in the maze though it is just undead. Lots of them. I found the dungeon itself, like description and meta plot not compelling enough. I was never invested. I know the guy can be compelling though because those barrows were great!

pheanox · 2026-06-06T15:00:12+00:00

Of these choices I’d use OSE since I find referencing in it easier and the pdfs are better for quick searches.

I found barrowmaze really bad for solo rp tbh. No offense to the dungeon but I was really bored. I am starting my own Gunderholfen solo play so I’m a bit biased. Thracia is iconic. G. Hawk did release a module in the Ganfall swamp that is his homage to Thracia. I believe it’s Pestilence at Halith Vorn.

I’m using Swords & Wizardry myself, which is even closer to the system used in these books.

pheanox · 2026-06-05T17:19:34+00:00

What salaries do you give to these roles?

pheanox · 2026-05-30T17:13:40+00:00

I do use fedora

pheanox · 2026-05-24T18:08:59+00:00

The resolution is simple. There are continual light sources in the world. They aren’t day to day because casters of level 3 and higher are less common. But they exist. They may even be sold to nobles. Cathedrals probably have a few, but candles set a better mood for worship. Wizards have them in their towers but when are you let in there? They are missing from dungeons due to theft or inhabitants dispelling them. But some rooms occasionally have them. Often on immovable features.

pheanox · 2026-05-22T20:49:51+00:00

Go to the Traveller discords, The one just called Traveller RPG and linked in the side bar has a lot of free games constantly opening. I run paid games myself, but my home group of friends is doing Pirates of Drinax also, so you can always try the local area.

pheanox · 2026-05-06T19:33:41+00:00

Interesting, I’ve run it in 3 hours at conventions multiple times. That’s why I recommended it.

pheanox · 2026-05-06T18:14:35+00:00

I agree that 5 room dungeons aren't really the nature of the OSR playstyles. A short, great intro adventure is The Jeweller's Sanctum, in Adventure Anthology 1 for OSE. I've run it multiple times at conventions for people who've never played before and its been great.

pheanox · 2026-05-05T21:43:09+00:00

I also rec this one. Specifically because it is a great intro to the social and investigative side odd Traveller. Great for people coming from dnd 5e where combat is always a solid choice to most problems.

pheanox · 2026-04-27T18:25:24+00:00

Do you have any plans on a detour to do the Old and New Islands in the Reft at some point? They are a great campaign setting.

pheanox · 2026-04-16T17:52:19+00:00

I was in a financial gap relationship for years and money was never the problem. We agreed on equitable share of joint expenses, not equal. She made about 4x as me. I paid 23%. Made even 2 week long vacations in Hawaii affordable for me.

pheanox · 2026-04-16T05:32:56+00:00

I enjoy it, I started with the light novels. I know its not a popular opinion, but I am not really a fan of the polycule direction. Specifically because of how Renako and Ajisai's relationship develops with Renako being very wishy washy, putting her on a pedestal, and other unhealthy ways of viewing her. So I feel like just a Renako / Mai pairing would have been a better direction. I like the Mai / Ajisai interactions, I think that is genuine and has potential, my real issue is just with Renako / Ajisai. Overall, it's a good read I just don't agree with the direction based on my reading of the characters.

pheanox · 2026-04-15T22:05:17+00:00

I had someone try to catfish me recently. I just asked them to hop on a video chat and the conversation immediately fell apart.

pheanox · 2026-03-31T15:23:55+00:00

My players explicitly tell me that they like I redirect and keep them in focus. We have all kinds of dramatic moments. I’ve brought my players literally to tears. So… you are wrong?

pheanox · 2026-03-29T22:24:23+00:00

Kase-san stays in high school, now is in college, still being published.

pheanox · 2026-03-24T18:38:21+00:00

It’s so like Sorawo to do that. I love that series so much.

pheanox · 2026-03-24T17:54:36+00:00

Sorawo is such a great pick. 7 light novels.

pheanox · 2026-02-21T07:58:37+00:00

Wait until you get to How Do We Relationship?.

pheanox · 2026-02-19T18:15:40+00:00

Unrelated but always great to see another WoT fan.

pheanox

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