![]() As an example, the Demi-God has a +2 in constitution, while the Cursed one is immune to curses and diseases. Each epic path also has a divine blessing. Each of them offers a background, restrictions and an adventure hook, as well as a list of heroic tasks that you need to achieve. The eight epic paths are the Cursed One, the Demi-God, the Doomed one, the Dragonslayer, the Gifted one, the Haunted one, the Lost one, and the Vanished one. Think of how Hercules was yet another illegitimate son of Zeus, or how Achilles, a son of a Nereid, was practically indestructible due to him being dipped in river Styx as a child, and you get the idea. Epic paths are an additional option which emulates the heroes' divine heritage or destiny. They can also use archetypes that are more attuned to the present setting, like the Herculean path of the Barbarian or the Hoplite soldier of the Fighter. In addition to the standard D&D races players can incarnate centaurs, medusas, minotaurs, nymphs, satyrs, and sirens. The map resembles a tilted Greece with its hundreds of islands, even though it is purportedly in the middle of the ocean, isolated from other landmasses. If you intend to enjoy the campaign as a player, stop reading now.Ĭontents: Odyssey of the Dragonlords is as much as new campaign as it is a new setting. Spoiler warning: As much as I am not going to describe, let alone detail the campaign, parts of the adventures will be revealed while discussing their strong and less strong points. The 66-page pdf version of the Player's Guide can be downloaded free of charge. These items can be purchased either separately or as a bundle at a reduced price. A small line have evolved around it, with DMs having the option to also buy a GM Screen, a map of the setting, as well as a printed softcover Player's Guide. ![]() Odyssey of the Dragonlords is the result of a successful kickstarter which amassed nine times the requested amount. As per Modiphius standard practice, it includes the book in two formats: the standard version, and a printer friendly version. ![]() The pdf edition of the book can be purchased alone for GBP 19,99. The setting is not endorsed by or licensed from Wizards of the Coast, nor is it linked to the latter's Mythic Odysseys of Theros which hit the market a few months ago. What you get: Your GBP 39,99 or equivalent will buy you Odyssey of the Dragonlords, a 480-page full colour hardcover campaign for Dungeons & Dragons 5th Edition. The adventure requires the core 5th Edition rulebooks to play.' This adventure will take a party of four to six heroes from 1st to 15th level and beyond. New player races: Include rules for six new playable races native to Thylea: nomadic centaurs, cursed medusae, fearsome minotaurs, beautiful nymphs, mischievous satyrs, and winged sirens! Experience the power of the greatest heroes from Greek mythology! New class archetypes: Includes exciting new spells and archetypes for all twelve of the core 5th Edition classes. Find them scattered throughout the adventure or craft them using the legendary Mithral Forge! Includes over 20 new magic items inspired by Greek mythology. Includes a bestiary of over 30 new monsters inspired by Greek mythology, with lore, statistics, and full page illustrations. Epic paths provide powerful motivations for your hero, making you a central part of the story. Choose your epic path: Includes eight epic paths for players to choose from. Sail the oceans with fame and fortune, and discover secrets lost since the dawn of time! Includes dozens of awe-inspiring locations, including cities, dungeons, and islands. An Epic Campaign: Join with other prophesied heroes to undertake an epic quest to save the world of Thylea, sail the islands of the Forgotten Sea, and battle the Titans! The adventure is set on the lost continent of Thylea, which is inspired by the greatest legends from Greek mythology. if you survive.įrom the lead designer of Baldur's Gate, Dragon Age: Origins, and Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic, Odyssey of the Dragonlords is an epic fantasy campaign for the 5th edition of the world's greatest roleplaying game. Poets will sing of your deeds for centuries to come. You are one of the heroes called by prophecy to end the conflict once and for all. But the power of the Oath has waned, and now the Titans seek vengeance. The Dragonlords were the champions who overthrew the Titans 500 years ago and forged the Oath of Peace. Thousands of years later, the first mortals arrived, carried by ship and dragon. Based on mythic Greece? Good grief, no.īlurb from the publisher: 'In a land where even the gods are bound by oaths and prophecies.Īt the dawn of time, a war between the gods and Titans left the world of Thylea forever changed. ![]() Review Summary: D&D that does things differently? Yes.
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