Warhammer Fantasy Roleplay (2nd Edition) - The Nine Virtues of Magnus the Pious

Welcome to the Nine Virtues of Magnus the Pious, an exciting scenario for Warhammer Fantasy Roleplay (2nd Edition) that focuses on the struggles and challenges faced by new adventurers. This adventure is perfect for starting a campaign, as it allows the Game Master to bring together characters from various careers, each bringing their unique skills to the fight. Set in the city of Wolfenburg during the turbulent first siege of Chaos in 2521, players will be thrown into a mission of survival amid despair and destruction. They will face the horrors that emerge from the invasion led by the feared warlord Surtha Lenk, unleashing a testament to bravery and morality. The PJs' decisions will not only affect their fate, but also the future of the besieged city, offering them the chance to become heroes or be consumed by chaos. Get ready for an epic journey full of challenges, unexpected allies and moments of true heroism!

Age 12 + 120 min 2 to 10 players

Artists: Dejan Mandic; Darinka Pop Mitic

Designers: Nenad Kostic; Svebor Midzic

Date: 2008

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Mechanics: Scenario / Mission / Campaign, Storytelling, Paper and pen, Data Scrolling, RPG

Topics: Fantasy

Table of Contents
- How to Play
- Tips for playing
- Game mechanics
- Game components
- Additional Information

How to play Warhammer Fantasy Roleplay (2nd Edition) - The Nine Virtues of Magnus the Pious

To play "Warhammer Fantasy Roleplay (2nd Edition) - The Nine Virtues of Magnus the Pious", first understand that this adventure is centered on the heroic virtues of Magnus the Pious. It involves challenging the characters to reflect on these qualities while facing various threats.

Players must go through scenarios where each virtue will be tested, such as courage, compassion and wisdom, in combats, moral decisions and interactions with NPCs. The narrator must prepare encounters that challenge these virtues in unforeseen ways.

Give out character sheets that allow these virtues to be explored. Include historical events from the setting to give context to actions and decisions, broadening the players' involvement in the story.

Facilitate discussions between players about how their characters perceive and apply virtues throughout the adventure. Promote an environment where the consequences of actions are clear and impactful.

Adapt the rules as necessary to make the encounters more challenging and relevant to the virtues being explored, while keeping the focus on the narrative and the development of the characters throughout the story.

Main objective

The main objective of "Warhammer Fantasy Roleplay (2nd Edition) - The Nine Virtues of Magnus the Pious" is to provide players with an immersive narrative experience in the rich Warhammer universe, where they engage in a campaign focused on the search for the lost virtues of Magnus the Pious, a legendary emperor who unified the Empire and confronted the chaotic threat; This quest involves exploration, combat and social interaction, allowing player characters to evolve and build a collaborative story while facing moral and physical challenges in a world threatened by conflict and corruption.

Tips for playing Warhammer Fantasy Roleplay (2nd Edition) - The Nine Virtues of Magnus the Pious

Here are some tips for doing better in the game Warhammer Fantasy Roleplay (2nd Edition) - The Nine Virtues of Magnus the Pious:

  • Play the role of Magnus with authenticity, expressing his emotions and intentions to immerse the players in the narrative.
  • Incorporate the nine virtues into the narration, highlighting key moments where they shape the characters' decisions and challenges.
  • Each virtue can be explored through the players' actions and choices, encouraging reflection on morality and ethics.
  • Use Magnus' story as a tool to explain the importance of virtues in the development of the game world.
  • Enrich the plot by allowing players to find symbols or artifacts associated with Magnus' virtues.
  • Use adversity to test the characters' adherence to virtues, encouraging moral growth through the game.
  • Inspire players to incorporate virtues into the development of their own characters, creating a lasting impact on the campaign.
  • Create a collaborative game environment where players can discuss and debate the meaning of virtues in the context of the story.
  • Through virtues, introduce complex dilemmas and difficult decisions that challenge the players' wits and creativity.

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Mechanics of Warhammer Fantasy Roleplay (2nd Edition) - The Nine Virtues of Magnus the Pious

  • Scenario / Mission / Campaign - The game is set in the world of Warhammer Fantasy, a dark and dangerous universe that references medieval Europe with fantasy elements. Individual missions, known as "adventures", are united into "campaigns". Each mission can have different objectives, such as exploring ruins, defeating enemies or solving political intrigues.
  • Storytelling - The Narrator has the role of describing the world and its events to the players. They adapt the narrative based on the actions of the characters, developing the collective story of the game. The ability to improvise and alter plots as necessary to keep the game engaging is essential for a good Narrator.
  • Paper and pen - Essential to the game, pen and paper are used to write down information during the game. Players record character details, changes in game conditions, and the results of actions. The Narrator can also make use of these tools to keep track of the course of the game and chart the progress of campaigns.
  • Data Scrolling - It usually uses 10-sided dice (d10) to decide the results of actions, with tests based on the character's attributes. The rolls determine success or failure in actions such as combat, magic and skills. The combination of two decimal dice can also be used to roll a d100, necessary for percentage tests.
  • RPG - Warhammer Fantasy Roleplay is a role-playing game where participants take on the role of adventurers in a fictional world. The focus is on character development through social interactions, conflict resolution and scenario exploration, promoting an immersive and collaborative experience.

Game components Warhammer Fantasy Roleplay (2nd Edition) - The Nine Virtues of Magnus the Pious

See all the items in the game below Warhammer Fantasy Roleplay (2nd Edition) - The Nine Virtues of Magnus the Pious:

  • Resolute
  • Honor
  • Compassion
  • Courage
  • Wisdom
  • Humility
  • Loyalty
  • Justice
  • Selflessness

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