The joys of being an RPG writer (even if it's only a PDF release)

[Willowhugger]

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Hey guys,

I thought I'd share my own recent magnum opus. It's in PDF format now, though it'll be coming out in physical form in a couple of months (available at a game shop near you!). However, I thought I'd share my thoughts on finally seeing a work of mine see print (even if it's not quite printed YET and is only now becoming available for electronic sale).

It's a pretty heady feeling to finally be able to add your contributions to the world of RPGing into the "Common Knowledge" bin of Gamer Wisdom. I don't know if it'll be a success or not, certainly not until its in physical form, but I think it'll be nice to become part of something you love and share what you've done.

You can read the Design Journals here on the Publisher's Website: http://www.arborproductions.com/index.php

Halt Evil Doer! is based on my personal love of Marvel Comics and a few elements from DCU (I couldn't resist adding a Superman, Batman, and Wonder Woman homage---I think its personally mandated in M&M universes now). I think a lot of Super Heroes settings attempt to create very dark and 'realistic' settings. I like portraying my villains as competent and capable but I personally like to see my heroes being....well...heroic.

I think I managed to successfully accomplish that with Halt Evil Doer! and hope that I can continue to develop the world is forthcoming supplements. It's a pity that the physical version didn't make it for Gencon 2008 but I'm sure we'll have it ready with a few others for Gencon 2009.

If anyone picks this up, I'd be happy to hear their thoughts and answer any of their questions.

Thanks.

[Bells]

That's really neat man, hope it works out fine! Also, i'm not 100% sure of it, but i would say that if you want the chance to expand on your creation, a good way would be to produce good little tidbits of material, and deliver them free online.

Sure, it will make you run dry a bit on the Avaliable Material department, but still, people always like to be able to expand beyond core material with easy (and free) supplements. Makes them desire for more complete works later on!