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Planetbound® Book I

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A complete 430-page HARDCORE, science-fantasy role-playing game featuring the all-new Die-Strength System where players take on the role of characters from the far reaches of space that have been inexplicably trapped on a single planet after a cataclysmic stellar event. Prepare to be bound to a planet, but unbound in your adventures!


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Die-Strength System highlights include:


The Rule Master (RM): Elevate your game with a dedicated player managing mechanics, ensuring the Game Master and players can dive deep into narrative without interruption.

Crunch up front: Experience the thrill of a single, pivotal die roll after the RM calculates all the mechanics, keeping suspense at its peak!

Fully attribute-based: Complexity meets simplicity as character specifications and actions taken in the game are directly governed by one or more attributes.

d20: Players aquire d20s that can be used gain the advantage and, with the magic of a natural 20, allow players to influence the narrative directly, offering a taste of power and control in critical moments.

Skill mechanics: Skills aren't just a check mark on a character sheet. Easy-to-use tables incorporate critical variables, making each skill attempt a story of its own!

Combat mechanics: Flowcharts and detailed tables add layers of strategy and realism. Whether engaging in melee or taking shots from afar, every combat scenario is a tactical puzzle that stands out from the traditional turn-based approach to combat.

Damage mechanics: Nuanced considerations are given to the type of damage being inflicted, a target’s resistance to that damage, and the potential for reciprocal damage encouraging strategic thinking beyond the standard hit-point attrition.

Character progression: Players evolve through both Archetype and Vocation-based achievements. This not only personalizes the journey but also empowers Game Masters to craft stories tailored to each character’s growth, far beyond “one-size-fits-all” experience points and pre-made modules.


The gamebook is organized in four parts:

PART I—THE PREMISE
A premise that guides players through the compelling setting and story of Planetbound from the vantage point of two protagonists who detail the peoples, nations, and factions encountered in Book I. Includes stunning illustrations that provide a consistent look and feel for the world of Planetbound.

PART II—THE RULES
How to play the game, including general mechanics that consider character exertion; conventional and nova "magic" skill use; one-on-one, multiple combatants, and ranged combat; thorough damage calculations including consequences and penalties; combat techniques that are an exciting addition to combat encounters. All with in-depth rule descriptions, detailed step-by-step mechanic sequences, easy to use tables and flowcharts, and gameplay examples for clarity.

PART III—THE PLAYER CHARACTER
How to create a character for the game, including step-by-step character creation instructions using the detailed character sheet. Featuring 3 unique playable peoples, 12 different archetypes that define a character's role in the game, and 10 vocations with multiple "sub-class" expertise skills to choose from, providing gamers with a multitude of player character options.

PART IV—THE DIRECTORY
Resources for the game, including tracking sheets for character status, multiple combatants combat sequences, damage calculations, and character progression; weapon, armor, and equipment specifications; detailed instructions for how the Game Master and Rule Master work together to craft games for players; plus a premise glossary with pronunciation guides and a comprehensive index to easily reference the Die-Strength System.


Hardcover and softcover editions printed in beautiful premium color for a high-end gaming experience. Formatted and color coded for ease-of-use. Each page is labeled on the outside edge for quick navigation. Digital (PDF) Edition included for FREE!

Digital (PDF) edition features thorough bookmarks and links for quick navigation. Audio buttons provide players with an immersive story experience for the premise and a pronunciation guide for the glossary.


PDF files include 7 pages of interactive Fillable Sheets:

Planetbound® Character Sheet

A sheet that includes everything a player needs to know to take on the role of their character.

Planetbound® Progression Tracking Sheet

A sheet for Planetbound Game Masters to create adventures using a characters Archetype and Vocation milestones.

Planetbound® Status Tracking Sheet

A sheet for Game Masters, Rule Masters, and players to keep track of the current status of their characters.

Planetbound® Multiple Combatants Tracker

A sheet for Rule Masters to track the initiative and roles of each character in a multiple combatants scenario.

Planetbound® RDC/RDI Damage Calculations Sheets

A sheet for Rule Masters to quicky calculate damage for tagets that are either capable or incapable of reciprocal damage.

PLUS!

CANON FODDER

a regularly updated FREE 58 page publication from Successor Games with additional information and resources for:

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including a comprehensive timeline of Planetbound events, an extensive glossary of Planetbound terms, and information/gameplay statistics for some of the wildlife found in Planetbound along with additional illustrations not seen in Planetbound® gamebooks!


GET THE FREE PLANETBOUND® EXTENDED PREVIEW NOW!

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Christopher P September 17, 2024 1:08 am UTC
I'm curious as to why this book is so expensive. I understand that it's a large book, over 400 pages, but it is still a lot more expensive than other books of a comparable size. What exactly makes this book worth the cost? Not trying to be a jerk, I'm interested in your product, just can't justify the cost.
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Jeremy J September 17, 2024 3:20 am UTC
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Hi Christopher,

We are so glad you are interested in our product! DriveThruRPG is an incredible platform that provides print on demand services to game creators like Successor Games for players like you to enjoy. Planetbound® Book I is a large book printed in premium color so print on demand costs are considerable.

For Planetbound® the cost is well worth it! The game has over 30 years of gameplay experience behind it. For players who are into the "fluff", the game has a fully fleshed-out universe to explore. For players who are into the "crunch", the game has an in-depth set of rules where mechanics for actions taken in the game are calculated first—leading players to a single, edge-of-your-seat, die roll. For players who are into the "chrome", the book has hundreds of illustrations by a single illustrator for a consistent look and feel with a layout that is easy to navigate, including color coding and page labels. For players that are into the "drama",...See more
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