The Tempest (Ars Magica)

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Cover art by Jeff Menges, 1990 Cover of Ars Magica adventure The Tempest 1990.png
Cover art by Jeff Menges, 1990

The Tempest is a series of adventures published by Lion Rampant in 1990 for the fantasy role-playing game Ars Magica .

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Description

The Tempest is an adventure divided into series of four scenarios involving a druid who survived a magical battle of great power and now seeks revenge against the players' covenant. [1] Although the separate scenarios may seem unrelated at first, gradually the overall storyline is revealed. [2]

Publication history

Ars Magica was first published by Lion Rampant in 1987. The Tempest was published three years later, a 64-page softcover book written by Stewart Wieck, with interior art by Eric Hotz and Charles Dougherty, and cover art by Jeff Menges. [1]

Reception

In the June 1991 edition of Dragon (Issue #170), Ken Rolston was impressed by this book's "fine problem-solving and moral challenges." He concluded with a strong recommendation, saying, "The story and theme are appealing, and the scenarios present many opportunities for rich role-playing and engaging GM performances." [2]

Reception

Matthew Gabbert reviewed the product in the February–March 1991 issue of White Wolf. [3] He spoke positively about its content, artwork, stated that "it was well worth the wait" and is an "easy-to-run and easy-to-adapt package." [3] He rated it overall 4 out of a possible 5 points. [3]

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References

  1. 1 2 Schick, Lawrence (1991). Heroic Worlds: A History and Guide to Role-Playing Games. Prometheus Books. p. 124. ISBN   0-87975-653-5.
  2. 1 2 Rolston, Ken (June 1991). "Role-playing reviews". Dragon . No. 170. TSR, Inc. pp. 83–84.
  3. 1 2 3 Gabbert, Matthew. "Capsule Reviews: The Tempest". White Wolf. No. 25. p. 34.