Beyond the Wasteland: The Cosmic Leap
In an era where the Earth’s surface has succumbed to the ravages of a forgotten apocalypse, an audacious new chapter unfolds in the saga of survival and exploration. Free League Publishing heralds the arrival of Ad Astra, the latest expansion for the critically acclaimed RPG, Mutant: Year Zero. This expansion propels players from the desolate Earth to the vast expanses of space, inviting them to traverse the orbit, explore the solar system, and maybe, venture even further.
The Celestial Frontier: Ad Astra’s Odyssey
As adventurers leave the Earth’s poisoned embrace, Ad Astra reveals a cosmos riddled with remnants of a celestial civilization now in ruins. The haunting beauty of a city suspended in the cosmos, visible through the cramped portholes of a space capsule, quickly unravels into a tableau of devastation—torn wires, shattered satellite dishes, and gaping voids hint at an apocalypse that did not spare the heavens.
Designed to stand alone or weave into the Path to Eden campaign from Mutant: Year Zero’s core rulebook, Ad Astra not only extends the narrative canvas but enriches gameplay with rules tailored for cosmic adventures and a detailed overview of the solar system ripe for exploration.
The Minds Behind the Odyssey
Penned by Jens Alm with contributions from the Free League core team, Ad Astra is a testament to imaginative storytelling. The visual narrative is brought to life by Kim W. Andersson, an award-winning comic book artist known for works like Love Hurts and Astrid and Alena, with the latter being adapted into a notable Swedish film. Their collective creativity ensures that Ad Astra is not just a journey through space but an exploration of the human (and mutant) spirit.
Where to Embark on Your Space Odyssey
For those ready to chart a course through the stars, Ad Astra is now accessible through the Free League webshop, available as a PDF on DriveThruRPG, and as a Virtual Tabletop (VTT) module on Foundry. Embark on a journey that promises not just survival, but discovery in the vast silence of space.
The Legacy of Mutant: Year Zero
Mutant: Year Zero transports players to a post-apocalyptic world where humanity’s legacy lies in ruins, and the survivors, mutated and mighty, navigate the remnants of civilization. Since its international debut in 2014, the game has captivated players with its innovative mechanics and compelling storytelling, earning accolades such as Best RPG at UK Games Expo 2015 and a Silver ENNIE for Best Rules. Its influence extended into the digital realm with Funcom’s successful video game adaptation, Mutant Year Zero: Road to Eden, showcasing the enduring appeal of the Mutant universe.
Ad Astra is not just an expansion but a bold leap into the unknown, inviting the brave to discover what lies beyond the horizon of a devastated Earth. Will you take the leap?
