A New Chapter in Fantasy Roleplaying
The battle between dragons and demons has marked the ancient civilizations with death and ruin, paving the way for humans and other kin to thrive. As history has shown, the battle for power between these mythical beings is destined to return. Today, a legend is reborn, as Free League Publishing officially unveils the highly anticipated fantasy RPG, Dragonbane. This game marks a new edition of Scandinavia’s first and largest tabletop RPG, Drakar och Demoner.
Reimagining a Classic
The reimagined version of Dragonbane comes packed with magic, mystery, and adventure. It’s no surprise that it was voted one of the most anticipated RPGs of 2023 by EN World, and made a significant impact at this year’s Gen Con, where the demo sessions and pre-release copies were quickly snapped up.
What’s Inside Dragonbane?
The Dragonbane core set, available through the official website and retailers worldwide, is filled with thrilling content:
- Rulebook: Fast and effective D20-based game rules for character creation, skills, combat, magic, and travel.
- Adventures Book: Contains eleven complete adventures that can be played separately or combined in the epic Secret of the Dragon Emperor campaign.
- Alone in Deepfall Breach Booklet: Offers solo gameplay for Dragonbane.
- Full-Color Map: Explore the Misty Vale with a detailed map.
- Playing Cards and Dice: Illustrated cards for adventures, treasure, and more, plus ten transparent polyhedral dice, including two custom D20s.
- Characters: Five pregenerated characters, blank character sheets, and cardboard standees for characters and monsters.
- Battle Mat: Double-sided battle mat for immersive gameplay.
In addition, there are extras like a printed quickstart guide, a custom dice set, and a GM screen. Gamers can also find the PDF version at DriveThruRPG, and full content modules on the virtual tabletop platform Foundry. A free Dragonbane Quickstart PDF is also accessible via the official website and DriveThruRPG.
Encouraging Creativity
Free League opens the door for creators to design and publish their supplements for Dragonbane, utilizing the game’s third-party license.
The Playstyle
Dragonbane is designed to encourage fast and furious play, termed “mirth and mayhem roleplaying.” It’s a game that offers room for laughter, while still presenting brutal challenges for adventurers.
The Swedish Heritage
Dragonbane is rooted in the “Swedish wave” of RPG, drawing from the nation’s strong tabletop roleplaying history since the early 80s. Drakar och Demoner, the very first Swedish roleplaying game, laid the foundation for today’s vibrant scene.
Now, Free League is taking Drakar och Demoner to an international audience under the title Dragonbane. Lead designer and Free League co-founder Tomas Härenstam expressed his excitement, stating, “Drakar och Demoner is part of the DNA of Swedish tabletop roleplaying, and we’re thrilled to offer our version of this legendary game to an international audience.”
The Bane of Dragons
With the release of Dragonbane, Free League Publishing revives a cherished legacy and adds a thrilling new chapter to the world of fantasy roleplaying. Gamers across the globe can now embark on a mystical journey filled with dragons, demons, and a rich Swedish heritage that has shaped the RPG world. Get ready to explore new realms and face incredible challenges in Dragonbane, now officially released.
