Author Archives: Dave McAlister

About Dave McAlister

a dedicated geek, combining his enjoyment of roleplaying games with website design and runs Modus Operandi and UK Role Players. Dave has been roleplaying for over 25 years now, having played and/or run most mainstream systems. His current favourite though is Savage Worlds. Dave also likes talking about himself in the third person!

Hellfrost Region Guide 48: Dwarven Cities

Posted on January 9, 2012 by Dave McAlister

Beneath the mountains of the frozen north, in magnificent, sprawling cities carved out of the living rock, dwell the insular frost dwarves. Their realms and culture are a mystery to other races, for dwarves do not welcome guests into their … Continue reading →

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Dungeons & Dragons 5e?

Posted on January 9, 2012 by Dave McAlister

Thanks to Baz King for spotting this: Wizards of the Coast announced today the open playtest of the latest iteration of Dungeons & Dragons. It is supposed to be the game that unites all the D&D fans, no matter the … Continue reading →

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Design Mechanism Launches the RuneQuest Archive on DriveThruRPG

Posted on January 8, 2012 by Dave McAlister

We’re delighted to announce that Design Mechanism, Issaries and Mongoose Publishing have reached an agreement that allows us to continue making available RuneQuest and Glorantha titles (originally published by Mongoose) through DriveThruRPG and its affiliated sites. Under the RuneQuest Archives … Continue reading →

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[DriveThruRPG] New Year, New Game

Posted on January 7, 2012 by Dave McAlister

From now until January 13th DriveThruRPG has over 20 games for $12 each (roughly £7.59)! A New Year is the perfect time to try a new game, so check out these great deals now! Arcanis: the Roleplaying Game A World … Continue reading →

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[Postmortem Studios] Autopsy 4

Posted on January 6, 2012 by Dave McAlister

The New-Look Autopsy. Cleaned up and expanded blog articles, support and other material for a variety of games in a more screen/tablet friendly format. This issue: Shadow World: Cantrip Comprehensive, The Ourobowrong, ’45: Psychobilly Retropocalypse: The Pukes of Dannger 4E: … Continue reading →

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[Mongoose] Earthdawn Sale

Posted on January 3, 2012 by Dave McAlister

All Earthdawn books have had their prices greatly reduced (many are now less than half the original price), starting at just £10 or $14.99. This will only go on for as long as current stocks last, and it is first … Continue reading →

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Brutes Fantasy Microgame Now Downloadable

Posted on December 30, 2011 by Dave McAlister

The perilous age is upon us. Evolution has weeded out the meek and feeble, leaving only the strong. To survive, one must conquer their enemies and fight off invasions. War is a way of life. Precis Intermedia has released Brutes, … Continue reading →

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Merry Christmas

Posted on December 24, 2011 by Dave McAlister

It’s that time of year so, before I disappear for a few days to celebrate with my family, I’d just like to wish everyone a Merry Christmas. Thanks for supporting UK Role Players over the last year and please continue … Continue reading →

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Clockwork & Chivalry 2nd Edition Rulebook PDF Available

Posted on December 21, 2011 by Dave McAlister

The PDF version of Clockwork & Chivalry 2nd Edition is available for download from from RPGNow! A massive 400 page guide to a gritty world a 17th century clockpunk fantasy, it features the new Renaissance D100 rules, extensive character options, … Continue reading →

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Mistborn Adventure Game Releases: Journey to the Final Empire

Posted on December 20, 2011 by Dave McAlister

Crafty Games is proud to release the Mistborn Adventure Game, a new roleplaying experience based on the best-selling novel series by Brandon Sanderson… www.mistbornrpg.com Some of what people are saying about the game so far… “Man, Crafty Games just kills … Continue reading →

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The Crystal Unicorn – A Faery’s Tale Adventure

Posted on December 19, 2011 by Dave McAlister

Kevin L. Anderson, co-author of Triple Ace Games‘ Wonderland No More has been playing Firefly Games‘ Faery’s Tale roleplaying game with his 8 year old daughter, Cerys, who has loved playing a faery. As a long term roleplayer he have … Continue reading →

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Hot War “Scenarios”

Posted on December 16, 2011 by Dave McAlister

I’ve been asked a few times about creating a Hot War scenario, or the characters, or both, so I’m going to write up a half-baked demo here (done in some spare time this afternoon fag-packet style), to give people an … Continue reading →

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[Triple Ace Games] Richelieu’s Guide to Finances

Posted on December 12, 2011 by Dave McAlister

Money may be the root of all evil, but it is an essential part of life for aristocrats and peasants alike. This supplement takes a look at financial matters in the early 17th century. As a game supplement, it is … Continue reading →

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[Raging Swan Press] Behold the Bugbears of the Frozen Tears

Posted on December 8, 2011 by Dave McAlister

This week, Raging Swan Press is proud to announce the release of Bugbears of the Frozen Tears a Pathfinder Roleplaying Game compatible TRIBES by John Bennett. The mangled cliff tops of the White Cliffs shelter a terrible menace for when … Continue reading →

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Renaissance – d100 Black Powder SRD

Posted on December 6, 2011 by Dave McAlister

The Renaissance RPG system, a D100 rules set for the age of black powder weapons, is now available for FREE from RPGNow! It’s a role-playing game! It’s free! What are you waiting for? “Renaissance is a free D100 roleplaying system … Continue reading →

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5 December 2011

Posted on December 6, 2011 by Dave McAlister

The following products should be hitting UK stores this week. For further information please contact your usual supplier. *********** ROLEPLAYING *********** Warhammer Fantasy RPG: Lure of Power Fantasy Flight Games Ars Magica: The Cradle and the Crescent Atlas Games Woodland … Continue reading →

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UK Games Expo 2012

Posted on December 6, 2011 by Dave McAlister

UK Games Expo aims to be the premier event in the UK where all aspects of the gaming hobby are represented under one roof: Miniature Games Card Games Boardgames Role-playing Games Online & LAN Games The goal is to raise … Continue reading →

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Competition Time!

Posted on December 5, 2011 by Dave McAlister

mr toad, designer of Witch: The Road to Lindisfarne is running a quick competition. Basically use your favourite system to stat up the characters from Witch then post them in the forums here All entries will go in to a … Continue reading →

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[Triple Ace Games] Resource Miracles

Posted on December 5, 2011 by Dave McAlister

Clerics are well-known for invoking miracles, channeling the power of the gods into the mortal realm. For the most part, these are short-lived effects and of little consequence in the grand scheme of things. While a bolt may strike down … Continue reading →

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[Crafty Games] Catching up with the Mistborn Adventure Game

Posted on December 5, 2011 by Dave McAlister

Based on the bestselling novels by Brandon Sanderson and powered by an all new story-driven rules system, the Mistborn Adventure Game lets you explore, command, or liberate the oppressed world of Scadrial, battle the Lord Ruler’s Inquisitors, and master the … Continue reading →

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[Mongoose Publishing] Free Epic Campaign – The Pirates of Drinax

Posted on December 5, 2011 by Dave McAlister

Mongoose Publishing have just posted the introduction and first adventure of a brand new epic campaign for Traveller – The Pirates of Drinax! Written by Gareth Hanrahan (he of Secrets of the Ancients), this will be a rip-roaring tale of … Continue reading →

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[Mongoose Publishing] Free Spirit Magic for Legend

Posted on December 2, 2011 by Dave McAlister

Mongoose Publishing have posted a 16 page free add-on module for Legend, covering Spirit Magic. As with the core rulebook, it is Open Content! You can grab it at mongoosepublishing.com/pdf/legspiritmagic.pdf.

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[Raging Swan Press] Behold the Orcs of the Eternal Zenith

Posted on December 2, 2011 by Dave McAlister

This week, Raging Swan Press is proud to announce the release of Orcs of the Eternal Zenith a Pathfinder Roleplaying Game compatible TRIBES by David Posener. The golden hush of midday bakes the rocky slopes of Marred Peak, scorching the … Continue reading →

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[Cakebread & Walton] Renaissance RPG System and Clockwork & Chivalry 2nd Edition

Posted on December 1, 2011 by Dave McAlister

Cakebread & Walton are pleased to announce the launch of the Renaissance System Reference Document, available for free download from cakebreadandwalton.com. The Renaissance system is a new D100 system based on Newt Newport’s OpenQuest, and is designed for historical and … Continue reading →

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[Mongoose Publishing] Legend RPG for just $1!

Posted on December 1, 2011 by Dave McAlister

Mongoose Publishing have just posted Legend and Monsters of Legend on DrivethruRPG – and they are letting the 100% Open Content core rulebook go for just $1! (63p at the time of posting.) Using the core rules from RuneQuest II, … Continue reading →

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