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Grizzly fire support GearHeavy Gear has been called by many the finest science-fiction game on the market. A rich world has been painted in the many supplements available, a world that is at war with itself. Heavy Gear, definitively not your father's Giant Robot game!

Basic Premise: human colonies caught in interstellar war; "Tom Clancy's Mecha"
Genre: politico-military science fiction, mecha/giant robots
Primary Locales: habitable planets, ground warfare
Realism Level: High
Default Character Role: military, though many others are possible

Back Story: The year is 6132. More than three hundred years ago, a political crisis on Earth caused it to abandon its colonies and retreat into isolation. Since that fateful day, the former colonists have adapted to their new home planets and evolved into distinct societies. As our story opens, the former colony of Terra Nova is recovering from the War of the Alliance, wherein they successfully repelled a surprise invasion attempt by a newly imperialist Earth government. Victory was short-lived, however: the power brokers of Terra Nova are restless once again. No one seems to know or care what is happening to the rest of the human colony worlds -- an oversight that might have devastating consequences in the future...

Highlights

  • Uses DP9's Silhouette system; learn once, play all DP9 games!
  • Fast to play: streamlined game mechanics that use only a few 6-sided dice;
  • Adjustable game style: play the game in a Gritty, Adventure or Cinematic style;
  • Game world supports many genres: war stories, intrigue/espionage, adventure, etc.;
  • Well-supported: numerous sourcebooks, but none of which are required to play;
  • Incredibly deep game world: customs, tradition, history, cultures, all is detailed!
  • Ongoing, complex and engaging storyline featured in separate Storyline Books.

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    Third Edition Core Game Books

    Silhouette CORE Rulebook Deluxe EditionSilhouette CORE Rulebook (DP9-900 Softcover) and (DP9-909 Deluxe Hardcover Edition)

    This core rulebook contains the full Silhouette rules needed to roleplay in the Heavy Gear universe -- or any setting in a wide variety of genres ranging from science-fiction, fantasy, anime, horror, modern age and more! The book also contains an appendix with D20®/Silhouette conversion rules to bring anything from the extensive D20® library into the game! This manual will serve as the core rulebook for the entire line, and though it is aimed at Gamemasters, most Players will want their own copies to reference rules and design their own equipment.



    3rd Ed Players HandbookHeavy Gear Third Edition Player's Handbook (DP9-925 Hardcover)

    This is the new starting point for Heavy Gear third Edition. Step into a whole new universe with Heavy Gear, the next generation of military science fiction game! This book features: A detailed world background along with extensive guidelines for campaigning on Terra Nova that can be used to jumpstart any campaign. Extensive guidelines and tips for adventuring in the human colony worlds of the 62nd century. Dual-stats for the powerful Silhouette CORE rule system, a highly acclaimed game engine that uses classic six-sided dice, and the widely popular d20-based rules placed under the Open Gaming License. And tons of military and civilian archetypes, weapons, equipment and vehicles!


    3rd Ed Earth CompanionHG 3rd Ed: Earth Companion (DP9-926)

    The New Earth Commonwealth, along with its main fighting arm the Colonial Expeditionary Force (CEF), is one of the main antagonists of the Heavy Gear universe. Equipped with advanced technology and vat-grown gene-engineered warriors, the NEC forces are intent on subjugating the entire interstellar network of human-colonized worlds for the greater glory (and profit) of the Commonwealth! This sourcebook details the history, structure, procedures and equipment of this deadly foe: A complete history of both 62nd Century Earth and the Colonial Expeditionary Force. An examination of culture, geography and daily life on Post-Ice Age Earth. Background details on the strategies, uniforms, medals and procedures of the CEF. NEC characters, equipment and fighting vehicles, including the CEF fleet.


    3rd Ed Vehicle CompanionHG 3rd Ed: Vehicle Companion (DP9-927)

    Vehicles have always formed an important part of the Heavy Gear universe. This 256-page sourcebook features more than 200 vehicles ranging from classic Gear chassis to striders, tanks, aircraft and specialty transports. The Vehicle Companion compiles the best known vehicle designs from the vast number of Heavy Gear manuals into a single convenient game reference. All vehicles have been revised and are dual-statted for both Silhouette CORE and the Open Gaming License (OGL).


    3rd Ed Terra Nova CompanionHG 3rd Ed: Terra Nova Companion (DP9-928)

    Welcome to the sun scorched world that humanities hardiest pioneers call home. This 3rd Edition book pulls together all the best elements from the pervious Life on Terra Nova, Into the Badlands, Paxton Gambit and all the Heavy Gear League Books. With details on all the citystates including maps and background information. Explore Terra Nova’s geology, culture, beliefs, and its many native creatures. All characters and creatures have been revised and are dual-statted for both Silhouette CORE and the Open Gaming License (OGL).



    Second Edition Core Game Books

    RulebookHeavy Gear Rulebook 2nd Edition (DP9-101)

    The Heavy Gear Rulebook, Second Edition is the Silhouette game system manual for the Heavy Gear science fiction game. In addition to the roleplaying rules and the basic setting, the book contains the RPG-compatible hex-map vehicle combat system and its tabletop version -- that's three games in one book! It contains everything needed for the first-time Heavy Gear roleplayer.

    Terra Nova Sourcebook 2nd Edition (DP9-102)

    This is the main setting book for the Heavy Gear world. This fully revised and updated sourcebook redefines Terra Nova as it has become just as the Interpolar War is about to begin.


    Follow-up Game Products

    Once you've started the game, you will want additional information to further your gameplay experience. Check out the following sourcebooks:

    Technical Manual, 2nd Edition (DP9-104)

    This sourcebook examines the technology of the Heavy Gear universe and provides complete rules for using, repairing and modifying technology in the game (including the Vehicle Design System!).

    Gamemaster Guide and Screen (DP9-103)

    This package provides helpful advice, tools and resources for running Heavy Gear campaigns. A must-have for the Gamemaster.

    Duelist's Handbook, 2nd edition (DP9-105)

    The Handbook examines the duties and lives of military, professional and underground duelists, and features three new Gear models, new weapons, Perks and detailed rules for small scale tactical combat. Seven prominent Duelists are also profiled, and details are provided on the city-state of Khayr ad-Din -- an ideal roleplaying setting!

    Into the Badlands (DP9-018)

    This sourcebook details the whole Badlands, with ranges of allies, opponents, adventures, story locales and beasties. Everything needed to run a Badlands campaign is in this book!

    Character Compendium (DP9-021)

    This collection of characters include both personalities and archetypes to spice up campaigns, including adventure seeds and links with other people for intricate subplots and scenarios.

    Leaguebook Series (see list below)

    These sourcebooks are the ultimate resources for information about the leagues of Terra Nova. They provide information on the geography, history, economy and society of the subject league, including details on all its city-states and its important groups (political, military or otherwise).

    Storyline Book Series (see list below)

    These sourcebooks advance the background of the Heavy Gear world with news stories, political plots and other background events. Use them to drive your campaign forward along the larger Heavy Gear saga!


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