7th Sea Players' Guide ~ 1668 (7th Sea) [Hardcover]

John Wick (Author), Jennifer Wick (Author), Kevin Wilson (Author), Marcelo Figueroa (Author), Patrick Kapera (Author), Jim Pinto (Author), Ree Soesbee (Author), Rob Vaux (Author, Editor), Dave Williams (Author), D. J. Trindle (Editor), Janice Sellers (Editor), William O'Connor (Illustrator), Terese Nielson (Illustrator), Cris Dornaus (Illustrator), Steve Hough (Illustrator), Jim Callahan (Illustrator), Paul ("Prof") Herbert (Illustrator), Thomas Gianni (Illustrator), Scott James (Illustrator), Patrick Kochakji (Illustrator), Raven Mimura (Illustrator)

Book Description

Publication Date: 1999

Swashbuckling and Sorcery Piracy and Exploration Espionage and Intrigue Welcome to the New World 7th Sea is a game of action and high adventure in a world of musketeers, pirates, secret societies and political intrigue. Players take the roles of heroes bent o­n thwarting the plots of knaves and villains, exploring ancient ruins and plundering the treasure fleets of tyrants. Everything a player needs is included in the pages of this book. Easy to get started: The book opens with a Quick Start Guide so you can start playing within minutes. A Complete New World: Players will find almost o­ne hundred pages devoted to Theah, the world of 7th Sea. Flexible rules: 7th Sea uses a unique bidding system, giving players and Game Masters control over the mechanics of the game. Advice for Novice and Experienced Players: If you've never played a roleplaying game before, or if you're an "old school" veteran, you'll find tons of hints and advice to help you act and interact within the world of 7th Sea.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 256 pages
• Publisher: Alderac Entertainment Group, Inc. (1999)
• Language: English
• ASIN: B000NQH3CE
• Product Dimensions: 10.9 x 8.5 x 0.9 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.1 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,711,524 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars Great Game Series, October 5, 2010

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Cory Pershing - See all my reviews

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This review is from: 7th Sea Players' Guide ~ 1668 (7th Sea) (Hardcover)

I've played Dungeons and Dragons, and other pen and paper games, but this game in particular I find great. You aren't just limited to fighting, in fact sometimes the best stratagy is to run, but run with flair. The system is based on a d10 (10 sided dice) system and nothing is ever impossible, it might be very very difficult, but never impossible. The game is based off 1600s europe and instead of races, you have countrys, each with their own specific magic, and rules. You create the character you want, give him/her a background and play as your character. Depending on how well you play, the GM (Game Master) may reward you, and may not. Many things are possible and I would suggest this game to anyone who has played any other pen and paper games or wants to try one.

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Book, but the author listing is wrong, July 8, 2009

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Benjamin D. Woerner (Phoenix, AZ) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: 7th Sea (Seventh Sea) Player's Guide 1668 (Roleplaying Game) (Hardcover)

One of the best role playing games out there. The roll and keep system is superb, and the setting is on par with the best settings ever in a game. A whole new world to explore, but still recognizable for fans of European history. Play as pirates, corsairs, musketeers, or even Isaac Newton - Man of Action! The intrigue and social system is unseen in almost any other game and this really makes this game open up a whole new area for players t explore and enjoy.

I've owned four copies of this book, and have worn out two and gave away the third, it's that good.

Quick Note: John Wick, Jennifer Wick, and Kevin Wilson are the actual authors of this book, not the gobbledygook listed by Amazon.