Secrets of the Ancients

[JohnMarsh]

Has anyone looked at the Mongoose freebie 'Secrets of the Ancients' I think its as good a rationale as any and reminds me of the Pak Protectors from Ringworld. Any thoughts from anyone on the product (not the pak).
http://rpg.drivethrustuff.com/product_info.php?products_id=81587&it=1&SRC=Newsletter

 

[stofsk]

I downloaded the overview and the first adventure, but I've only read the overview.

It's... interesting. I didn't like the original CT adventure it's based on and a continuation of, but the story's trope is one I'm interested in. The character of Grandfather isn't one I particularly like, but I guess I like the way this story has done it's own thing while acknowledging the source.

What do you think about it?

 

[mike wightman]

Go to the mongoose website and you can download an adventure overview which explains the plot for the whole series - you can get the adventure there too.

Makes an interesting read.

 

[JohnMarsh]

I was looking for a story arch for my campaign that had some element of conspiracy theory / Xfiles type of feel. Otherwise we get the mercenary /merchant game that can lack a bit of direction / motivation beyond making money. I will probably pinch some elements of the mongose ideas. Currently the players are searching for Croesus, whatever that is...