How Star Trek Online Could Have Been Better
I wrote an article for io9.com today about how the story elements of Star Trek Online fit into the greater Star Trek mythos. Instead of just pointing you over there as usual, I’ve got a bit more to say on the subject — specifically, how I would design a “starship captain” MMORPG that’s very different from Star Trek Online.
Enjoying the Local Knightlife, Part 2
Ryk Perry’s continuing series on playing realistic knights in fantasy RPG campaigns picks up with part 2. Now that we’ve learned about the economic realities of knighthood, what fun things could a knight character do? Ryk has some suggestions, along with a few new powers for mounted combat in D&D 4E.
Worldwake Prerelease Report — Dr. Strangeburn
This weekend, my brother and I hit a nearby Worldwake prerelease. How does the new set perform in a limited environment? I can tell you. Sort of.
Enter the Hero System Character Creator Contest…WHILE YOU STILL CAN!
The deadline for Robot Viking’s Hero System Character Creator Contest is fast approaching (it’s this Wednesday night). You can win a copy of the 6th Edition Hero System Basic Rulebook, plus see your character statted out Hero System style. Here are the details. Lots of good entries so far, this will be a tough one to judge.
5th Edition Tyranid Codex Review, Part 2
Robot Viking contributor ggodo (aka Billy Gibbs) returns this week with part 2 of his review of the new 5th edition Tyranids for Warhammer 40K. In this edition, he covers the brand new units introduced to the Tyranid faction. Don’t forget to check out Part 1!
Hitler Wanted a Counterspell
I know the whole “put new subtitles on the Hitler gets bad news movie clip” thing is the very definition of played out when it comes to Internet memes, but if you’re a Magic player, this one is worth the view.
The Unbidden Shows the Consequences of Magic Beyond Control
Worldwake Delayed in China. You’ll Never Guess Why.
Worldwake prereleases in China have been delayed and are now rescheduled for February 6-7. The launch parties will be held February 16-17. This directly affects like 0.03 percent of Robot Viking readers, but you still might be interested in finding out why.
Project: Death Race Needs a Kickstart
Project: Death Race has been stalled for months now simply because I haven’t had the time to dedicate to revising, testing, rerevising and retesting the rules to push them toward a completed form. So we’re going to try something a little different: a funding drive! Well, we couldn’t really have a bake sale…
Win a Copy of the Hero System Basic Rulebook!
Hero System 6th Edition — The Ultimate RPG Toolbox
Sometimes, you’re just not sure who you want to be. Arrogant mage? Fledgling superhero? Hard-drinking private eye with skeletons in the closet? Blood-soaked warrior king of a barbarian horde? Ace starfighter pilot? Mutant vigilante? Luckily, you don’t have to decide. The mammoth Hero System 6th Edition can do all that.









