Magic flows from the blood . . . Swashbuckling Théans have more to worry about than sharp blades. Sorcerous bloodlines, born from an unholy bargain struck centuries ago, control powers beyond belief. Fate witches twist the strands of destiny to their own devising. Lærdom rune mages call upon the forces of creation itself. Porté sorcerers tear holes in the fabric of reality, while Glamour mages possess the strength of legends brought to life. From the sinister corruption of Zerstörung to the shapeshifting abilites of Ussura's nobility, magic is all around. You simply have to know where to look. Swashbuckling Arcana is the definitive sourcebook for magical powers in an era of pirates and musketeers. It includes rules for the major sorcerous powers in the world of Théah, easily transferable to any swashbuckling campaign. Complete details on eight powerful schools of swashbuckling magic - from teleporting Porté mages to the explosive fires of El Fuego Adentro. Numerous "alternate" schools of magic, including the sinister Blood Scientists and the burgeoning power of gadgets and inventions. Fully compatible with d20 System rules. To use this companion, a Game Master also needs a copy of Swashbuckling Adventures, and a Dungeons & Dragons Core Book. A player needs only Swashbuckling Adventures and a Dungeons & Dragons Core Book.
Nancy Berman is a 4th generation Californian who has been writing since the 2nd grade. Between work-related and freelance projects, she has contributed to more than 30 computer and video games, 20 RPG sourcebooks (including the original "L.A. by Night" for White Wolf), four novellas, and several magazine and anthology articles. Although she feels perfectly comfortable writing to spec, her personal writing interests include magical realism, alternate history, and poetry. Her favorite authors are Louisa May Alcott, Jane Austen, Charles Dickens, Storm Constantine, and Jacqueline Carey.
She has a B.A. in English, with a minor in Latin, and graduate coursework in several fields including Folklore & Mythology, English Literature, Fashion Design, and Business.
Nancy is an avid MMORPG player with serious altitis, a foodie with an interest in culinary history, and a devoted fan of the Red Sox and Patriots.
