{"id":55668,"date":"2022-09-15T20:28:03","date_gmt":"2022-09-16T00:28:03","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/roleplayerschronicle.com\/?p=55668"},"modified":"2022-09-15T20:28:03","modified_gmt":"2022-09-16T00:28:03","slug":"modiphius-partners-with-creator-shawn-tomkin-for-the-retail-release-of-galaxy-spanning-rpg-ironsworn-starforged","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/roleplayerschronicle.com\/?p=55668","title":{"rendered":"Modiphius Partners with Creator Shawn Tomkin for the Retail Release of Galaxy-Spanning RPG \u2014 Ironsworn: Starforged"},"content":{"rendered":"<p dir=\"ltr\">Publisher <a href=\"https:\/\/uberstrategist.us3.list-manage.com\/track\/click?u=b4300e528090154189e29235d&amp;id=c1cf8d527a&amp;e=2a7cc2d4be\">Modiphius Entertainment<\/a> and renowned tabletop RPG creator <a href=\"https:\/\/uberstrategist.us3.list-manage.com\/track\/click?u=b4300e528090154189e29235d&amp;id=be5f0e1954&amp;e=2a7cc2d4be\">Shawn Tomkin<\/a> are bringing expansive trans-galactic adventures to retail later this year with the upcoming release of<em> <a href=\"https:\/\/uberstrategist.us3.list-manage.com\/track\/click?u=b4300e528090154189e29235d&amp;id=a652a56d3d&amp;e=2a7cc2d4be\">Ironsworn: Starforged<\/a><\/em>.\u00a0Previously only available from the original Kickstarter or as a digital download, Modiphius Entertainment is partnering with Shawn Tomkin to bring the highly regarded spacefaring RPG to retail in a special Deluxe Edition hardcover version, Reference Guide, and Asset Decks that will bring the experience to life in vibrant color.<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">In <em>Ironsworn: Starforged<\/em>, you are a spaceborne hero sworn to undertake perilous quests. You will explore uncharted space, unravel the secrets of a mysterious galaxy, and build bonds with those you meet in your travels. Most importantly, you will swear ironclad vows and see them fulfilled \u2014 no matter the cost.<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><em>Starforged<\/em> is the standalone, sci-fi evolution of the <em>Ironsworn<\/em> tabletop roleplaying game. Experience with <em>Ironsworn<\/em> is not required to play. <em>Starforged<\/em> builds on <em>Ironsworn<\/em>&#8216;s award-winning innovations (including its famed solo play!) to chart a path into an exciting new frontier.<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><em>Starforged<\/em> supports three play modes:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\">Guided: One or more players take the role of their characters, while a guide (game master) moderates the session<\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\">Co-op: You and one or more friends play to overcome challenges and complete quests.\u00a0 No guide is required<\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\">Solo: You portray a lone character driven to fulfill vows in a dangerous galaxy<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><em>Starforged<\/em> includes:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\">Story-driven mechanics to put your character at the center of their quest-driven adventures<\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\">Tools to help you quickly build a setting, create your character, and set off into a universe of perils and opportunities<\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\">Creative prompts to eliminate game prep and push your adventures forward \u2014 with or without a guide\/GM<\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\">System-agnostic generators for on-the-fly discoveries of spaceborne locations, planets, settlements, people, creatures, starships, foreboding derelicts, ancient alien vaults, and more<\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\">Extensive advice, examples, and options for exploring the story of your characters and their fateful vows<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">&#8220;<em>Starforged<\/em> joins a growing line of truly innovative tabletop games,\u201d said Modiphius CCO Chris Birch. \u201cBy featuring co-op and solo-friendly play, I believe these games are the forerunners of big changes in how we approach and enjoy tabletop RPGs.\u201d<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><a href=\"http:\/\/roleplayerschronicle.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/415ba19e-9167-d0d7-f3f5-7ea520f293be.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-55669\" src=\"http:\/\/roleplayerschronicle.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/415ba19e-9167-d0d7-f3f5-7ea520f293be.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"600\" height=\"450\" srcset=\"http:\/\/roleplayerschronicle.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/415ba19e-9167-d0d7-f3f5-7ea520f293be.png 600w, http:\/\/roleplayerschronicle.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/415ba19e-9167-d0d7-f3f5-7ea520f293be-300x225.png 300w, http:\/\/roleplayerschronicle.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/415ba19e-9167-d0d7-f3f5-7ea520f293be-150x113.png 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><em>Starforged<\/em> is designed and developed by Shawn Tomkin, the original creator of the highly regarded fantasy RPG <em>Ironsworn<\/em>, and is richly illustrated by lead artist Joshua Meehan and others.\u00a0It is co-published by indie publisher Absolute Tabletop and distributed by Modiphius.<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">The <em>Starforged<\/em> retail product line will include a\u00a0400+ page deluxe hardcover rulebook, a wire-bound reference guide, and a deck of character asset cards. <em>Starforged<\/em> was backed by more than 6,700 supporters on Kickstarter in 2021 and has received more than 130 5-star ratings across DriveThruRPG and itch.io since its digital release in May 2022.<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">Modiphius will be launching the line into retail and through its global web stores in Q4 2022.<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">Visit the <a href=\"https:\/\/uberstrategist.us3.list-manage.com\/track\/click?u=b4300e528090154189e29235d&amp;id=8d89f9d681&amp;e=2a7cc2d4be\">Modiphius store page<\/a> for more info!<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">Keep up to date with everything Modiphius Entertainment by following them on <a 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