0 point Human splinter races and variants for Space or Fantasy - Page 2

Bruno · 08-13-2013, 07:57 PM

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Originally Posted by combatmedic

The rulebook uses both 'species' and 'race' in the descriptions for Dwarfism and Gigantism. Which is it?

"Race" in an RPG rules context free of a specific world background, almost always refers to what a biologist would call "species", or "subspecies" at best. Especially in GURPS, which tends to switch to the word "race" when in a fantasy setting where biology may not strictly apply.

("Race" as used in English is more a fuzzy mashup of "nation", "family", "clan", "cultural-linguistic group", yadda yadda)

Otaku · 08-13-2013, 08:12 PM

Stupid question:

Is this thread just for combatmedic to get feedback on his ideas, or are we supposed to list some of our own options? I am guessing the former, given the lack of more detailed guidelines but I just thought I'd ask.

~~combatmedic~~ · 08-13-2013, 08:21 PM

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Originally Posted by Otaku

Stupid question:

Is this thread just for combatmedic to get feedback on his ideas, or are we supposed to list some of our own options? I am guessing the former, given the lack of more detailed guidelines but I just thought I'd ask.

That's a good question.

Feel free to throw down your own options. :)

I only ask that you keep 'em human and 0 point. That will keep the thread on topic.

Flyndaran · 08-13-2013, 08:40 PM

Should all be as "mundane"? They seem to be a kind of "false fantasy" like armchair cryptozoologists' creating grains of truth for ancient myths to exaggerate.

~~combatmedic~~ · 08-13-2013, 09:01 PM

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Originally Posted by Flyndaran

Should all be as "mundane"? They seem to be a kind of "false fantasy" like armchair cryptozoologists' creating grains of truth for ancient myths to exaggerate.

I'm avoiding super powers/overt magic and traits that would require species mod under Biotech guidelines. I might play around with that in some cases, but the focus is on 'races of Men' rather than fantastic non-humans or magical folk.

All that said, if you have an idea that requires exotic or fantastic traits, go for it.The point cost and basic 'humanity' are the only important parts.

~~combatmedic~~ · 08-13-2013, 09:43 PM

Amazons or She-Thugs

Concept: tuff grrls!

Description: as tall and strong as men, ill-tempered, aggressive, lustful towards men of all human races, quick reflexes, looks: feral/80s punk style

Stats:
• Lecherous (SC 15) -7 points
• Bad Temper (SC 15) -5 points
• + .5 Basic Speed 10 points
• Fearlessness 2 points
• Light Menses 0 point feature

This race is closer to pop culture Amazons than the Greek mythological originals. I’ve taken inspiration from the old Warhammer take on Amazons, mainly for visual stuff. I haven’t added in the ancient starships or alien origins. I figure any daughters have inherited their traits, thus propagating the race.
I'm not sure about their homeland, It could be snake-infested jungle and ancient ruined cities, a la WF. But it might just as easily be a settled region in a temperate zone. I'll leave that undetermined for now.

ALTERNATIVE BUILD-

Stats:
• Lecherous (SC 15) -7 points
• Bad Temper (SC 15) -5 points
• Hard to Subdue 2 points
• ST+1 10 points
• Light Menses 0 point feature

This would be for a larger, tougher version of the race.

~~combatmedic~~ · 08-14-2013, 02:53 AM

Onager friends (just a working title, not the correct name)

Concept: onager riders
Description: Small, wiry hirsute men with overdeveloped arms and big hands. They train for upper body strength from a young age. These folk are fond of rowdy parties and feats of strength.

Template 0 points
• SM -1 0 points
• Arm ST +1 5 points
• Perk: good with onagers 1 point
• Perk: special exercises (arms) 1 point
• Quirk Likes feats of strength -1 points
• Quirk Likes rowdy parties -1 points
• Code of Honor: Pirates -5 points

Common skills include Carousing, Riding, various combat skills, Athletics, etc. If they have 20 or more points in combat skills, they may purchase Perk: Huge Weapons (SM 0).

I reworked these guys from a 'Centaur' build I did a while back. They came out as a distinct race, not 'centaurs.'

At first I thought about using these guys for Brett's Bronze Age thread, but I don't want to crowd that one with my entries. It's already got a lot of stuff from me.

~~combatmedic~~ · 08-14-2013, 04:26 AM

Masked Men

Concept: mask-wearing, rather ruthless, weirdoes

Description, What it says on the tin. Their culture observes strange sumptuary laws, which include wearing a mask in any social situation or when going out.

• Quirk: wears baroque animal/monster mask -1 point
• Quirk: Avoid exposed and sunny locations -1 point
• Perk, Controllable Disadvantage: Callous 1 point
• Night Vision 1 point
The use of mind-altering drugs is common and accepted. Many of these people develop the Addiction disadvantage, but it’s not mandatory. The disadvantage Intolerance is not uncommon.

These guys are based on the men of Granbretan from the Hawkmoon stories and, to a lesser extent, on th Cynidiceans of the D&D module, The Lost City. I’ve kept the crazy level and the evil meter set low, to make them work as PCs.

08-13-2013, 08:12 PM	#12
Otaku Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: South Dakota, USA	Re: 0 point Human splinter races and variants for Space or Fantasy Stupid question: Is this thread just for combatmedic to get feedback on his ideas, or are we supposed to list some of our own options? I am guessing the former, given the lack of more detailed guidelines but I just thought I'd ask. __________________ My GURPS Fourth Edition library consists of Basic Set: Characters, Basic Set: Campaigns, Martial Arts, Powers, Powers: Enhanced Senses, Power-Ups 1: Imbuements, Power-Ups 2: Perks, Power-Ups 3: Talents, Power-Ups 4: Enhancements, Power-Ups 6: Quirks, Power-Ups 8: Limitations, Powers, Social Engineering, Supers, Template Toolkit 1: Characters, Template Toolkit 2: Races, one issue of Pyramid (3/83) a.k.a. Alternate GURPS IV, GURPS Classic Rogues, and GURPS Classic Warriors. Most of which was provided through the generosity of others. Thanks! :)

08-13-2013, 08:40 PM	#14
Flyndaran Untagged Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Forest Grove, Beaverton, Oregon	Re: 0 point Human splinter races and variants for Space or Fantasy Should all be as "mundane"? They seem to be a kind of "false fantasy" like armchair cryptozoologists' creating grains of truth for ancient myths to exaggerate. __________________ Beware, poor communication skills. No offense intended. If offended, it just means that I failed my writing skill check.

08-13-2013, 09:43 PM	#16
~~combatmedic~~ Banned Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: a crooked, creaky manse built on a blasted heath	Re: 0 point Human splinter races and variants for Space or Fantasy Amazons or She-Thugs Concept: tuff grrls! Description: as tall and strong as men, ill-tempered, aggressive, lustful towards men of all human races, quick reflexes, looks: feral/80s punk style Stats: • Lecherous (SC 15) -7 points • Bad Temper (SC 15) -5 points • + .5 Basic Speed 10 points • Fearlessness 2 points • Light Menses 0 point feature This race is closer to pop culture Amazons than the Greek mythological originals. I’ve taken inspiration from the old Warhammer take on Amazons, mainly for visual stuff. I haven’t added in the ancient starships or alien origins. I figure any daughters have inherited their traits, thus propagating the race. I'm not sure about their homeland, It could be snake-infested jungle and ancient ruined cities, a la WF. But it might just as easily be a settled region in a temperate zone. I'll leave that undetermined for now. ALTERNATIVE BUILD- Stats: • Lecherous (SC 15) -7 points • Bad Temper (SC 15) -5 points • Hard to Subdue 2 points • ST+1 10 points • Light Menses 0 point feature This would be for a larger, tougher version of the race. Last edited by combatmedic; 08-15-2013 at 03:52 AM.

08-14-2013, 02:53 AM	#17
~~combatmedic~~ Banned Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: a crooked, creaky manse built on a blasted heath	Re: 0 point Human splinter races and variants for Space or Fantasy Onager friends (just a working title, not the correct name) Concept: onager riders Description: Small, wiry hirsute men with overdeveloped arms and big hands. They train for upper body strength from a young age. These folk are fond of rowdy parties and feats of strength. Template 0 points • SM -1 0 points • Arm ST +1 5 points • Perk: good with onagers 1 point • Perk: special exercises (arms) 1 point • Quirk Likes feats of strength -1 points • Quirk Likes rowdy parties -1 points • Code of Honor: Pirates -5 points Common skills include Carousing, Riding, various combat skills, Athletics, etc. If they have 20 or more points in combat skills, they may purchase Perk: Huge Weapons (SM 0). I reworked these guys from a 'Centaur' build I did a while back. They came out as a distinct race, not 'centaurs.' At first I thought about using these guys for Brett's Bronze Age thread, but I don't want to crowd that one with my entries. It's already got a lot of stuff from me. Last edited by combatmedic; 08-14-2013 at 03:03 AM.

08-14-2013, 04:26 AM	#18
~~combatmedic~~ Banned Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: a crooked, creaky manse built on a blasted heath	Re: 0 point Human splinter races and variants for Space or Fantasy Masked Men Concept: mask-wearing, rather ruthless, weirdoes Description, What it says on the tin. Their culture observes strange sumptuary laws, which include wearing a mask in any social situation or when going out. • Quirk: wears baroque animal/monster mask -1 point • Quirk: Avoid exposed and sunny locations -1 point • Perk, Controllable Disadvantage: Callous 1 point • Night Vision 1 point The use of mind-altering drugs is common and accepted. Many of these people develop the Addiction disadvantage, but it’s not mandatory. The disadvantage Intolerance is not uncommon. These guys are based on the men of Granbretan from the Hawkmoon stories and, to a lesser extent, on th Cynidiceans of the D&D module, The Lost City. I’ve kept the crazy level and the evil meter set low, to make them work as PCs.