TV Superheroes
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This is a superheroic campaign. As such, characters do not have Characteristic Maxima unless they take the Disadvantage ''Normal Characteristic Maxima''. They must spend character points for any equipment they regularly use. | This is a superheroic campaign. As such, characters do not have Characteristic Maxima unless they take the Disadvantage ''Normal Characteristic Maxima''. They must spend character points for any equipment they regularly use. | ||
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Characters are required to take at least one Disadvantage worth at least 20 Points. | Characters are required to take at least one Disadvantage worth at least 20 Points. | ||
Revision as of 13:42, 21 December 2006
| TV Superheroes | |
| Gamemaster | Round Robin |
| Status | Character creation |
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| Power Scale | Low-Powered Superheroic |
| Base Points | 150 |
| Max Disads | 50 |
| Max Disads (per type) | 25 |
| Total Points | 200 |
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| Approved Ranges | |
| Characteristics | 15-30 |
| SPD | 3-6 |
| CV | 6-12 |
| DCs | 6-14 |
| Active Points | 30-90 |
| Skill Points | 60-120 |
| Skill Rolls | 12-20 or less |
| Def/rDef | 15/8 |
| Blurb |
| TV Superheroes is a superheroic campaign set in a composite universe based primarily (but not exclusively) on such TV superheroes as the Bionic Man, Michael Knight and the Invisible Man. The campaign uses the 4th Edition of the Hero System rules and features characters that fit thematically with the source material and that tie into selected elements from the numerous shows that make up the game world. |
Contents |
Players
- DrEris
- Stormraven
- Jeremy
- Dan
Setting
The campaign takes place in a merged continuity of many superheroic or supernaturally-oriented TV series. To be included in the campaign, a TV show must satisfy several requirements:
- The show must not be set in a prominent, established comic book universe such as those of DC and Marvel Comics.
- The show must be set in a world very similar to modern-day earth, especially with regard to society and generally-available technology.
- Within the scope of the show, knowledge of supernormal and paranormal abilities must be held to a minimum.
The TV Superheroes Timeline describes some of the events and television shows forming the background of the setting.
Included shows
The list of TV shows included in this campaign is extensive. Please see List of shows included in TV Superheroes for the full list.
Suggested shows
The following TV shows have been suggested for inclusion into this campaign.
To suggest a show, just add it to the list in alphabetical order. As shows are approved or rejected, please move them from this list to the Included or Excluded list.
- Abraxas, Guardian of the Universe (1991)
- Bloody Mallory (2002)
- Koi ... Mil Gaya (2003)
- Krrish (2006)
- Shaktiman (1997 or 1998)
- Silver Hawk (2004)
Rejected shows
The following TV shows have been specifically excluded from this campaign:
- Dark Angel (2000-2)
- Doctor Who (1963-89, 2005-6)
- Smallville (2001-6)
Ground Rules
Character Creation
This is a superheroic campaign. As such, characters do not have Characteristic Maxima unless they take the Disadvantage Normal Characteristic Maxima. They must spend character points for any equipment they regularly use.
The Approved Ranges in the campaign infobox are guidelines, not absolutes. Characters may fall outside these ranges and still be approved by a panel of all the players.
Characters are required to take at least one Disadvantage worth at least 20 Points.
Optional Rules
The Hit Location and Knockback optional rules are in effect. This campaign does not use the optional Wounding, Bleeding, Impairing, Disabling or Knockdown rules. Pushing follows the usual rules for superheroic campaigns.
