Registration for is now open for Genghis Con XXX, February 12-15, 2009!
Go to denvergamers.org for more information and to register.
Below is a list of RP-Artisans events offered at GenghisCon 2009:
2009 Team Roleplaying Challenge: Nature, Nurtured
Game System: D&D v4.0
Authors: Scott Field & Troy Latta
GMs: Multiple
Description: Orcs are always evil. They’re born that way; everyone knows this. Yet there are legends that the island of St. Krasperus was once home to a tribe of orcs who followed the path of righteousness. Could the legend be true? How did these "good" orcs come to be, and what happened to them? It will take brave heroes to uncover the truth… and to protect it from those who would prefer the past stayed buried.
The 2009 Team Roleplaying Challenge is a competition event for teams of 5-6 players. Only the team’s captain should register for this event. Familiarity with the D&D v4.0 rules is assumed, but teams are graded on their roleplaying skills, not their mastery of the rules mechanics. Characters will be available for download by all teams after January 1st at www.rp-artisans.org. Good luck to all teams! Keywords: Teamwork, competition, bragging rights.
Intermediate, Characters Provided.
Maximum Players per slot: 5-6 players per team.
Event # 516.11 (Sunday 9am–1pm)
Their Might Upholds the Weak: Knights' Code Saga pt 4
Game System: D&D 3.5
Author & GM: Troy Latta
Description: Six orphans, raised together as siblings, have been chosen by the Gods to save the world. It's a dangerous prospect and no one asked them if they wanted to get involved. But when they return home from vacation to find their stepfather slain and Pafron City under siege, someone has to lead the townsfolk in taking back their lands, their livelihoods, and their self-respect. Keywords: Family obligations, large-scale combat.
Intermediate, Characters Provided.
Maximum Players per slot: 6
Event #517.1 (Thurs 7-11)
Event #517.5 (Fri 7-11pm)
Event #517.7 (Sat 9am-1pm)
My Metaprodigy Saved Your Honor Student
Game System: PS238 the RPG (Champions)
Author & GM: Scott Field
Description: Class is in session at PS238, the world’s first school for Metaprodigies (kids with superpowers). A “normal” day at PS238 is challenging enough: learning to control your powers, handling playground bullies (without revealing your secret identity), field trips to the moon, and the occasional Berserk Robot. But today is shaping up to be anything but normal! Based on Aaron William’s acclaimed comic book (www.ps238.com). Keywords: kids + superpowers = hijinks.
Beginner, Rules Taught, Characters Provided.
Maximum Players per slot: 6
Event #518.3 (Fri 9am-1pm)
Event #518.8 (Sat 2-6pm)
Wax’Droid Hero
Game System: Hero System
Author & GM: Scott Field
Description: Years ago, a spaceship bound for Vegas World crashed on a deserted planet. Its cargo – Wax'Droid replicas of 20th Century pop culture figures – survived to found their own mini-society. But replicas of the World's Greatest Villains (tm) have joined forces to bring the planet under their despotic, waxy heel. Now a handful of Wax'Droid Heroes are the planet’s last, best hope for freedom. Keywords: humor, thrilling heroics.
Beginner, Rules Taught, Characters Provided.
Maximum Players per slot: 6
Event #519.4 (Fri 2-6pm)
Event #519.7 (Sat 9am-1pm)
Her Majesty's League of Justice: Injustice by Gaslight
Game System: Steampunk Champions
Author & GM: Bill Keyes
The year is 1887. It is the eve of Queen Victoria’s Golden Jubilee, and trouble is afoot in the Empire! Don your bowler hat, strap on your cape, and join Earth’s greatest heroes as they face a threat more dangerous than this world has ever before seen. God Save the Queen!
Intermediate, Characters Provided.
Maximum Players per slot: 5
Event #520.5 (Fri 7-11pm)
Arabian Adventures: The Elements of War
Game System: Fantasy Hero
Author & GM: Bill Keyes
The Djinni Lords of Earth, Sky, Sea, and Flame are at war, and Al Balad (City of 1001 Adventures) is their battleground! Their fight is scouring the earth, scattering caravans, sinking ships, and it threatens to swallow up the entire city. Only the heroes of Al Balad are strong enough, crafty enough, and brave enough to face the unbridled fury of the Elemental Princes! A fantasy adventure in the mold of 1001 Arabian Nights.
Intermediate, Characters Provided.
Maximum Players per slot: 6
Event #521.9 (Sat 7-11pm)
Teen Titans Go!: Second Stringers
Game System: Champions
Author & GM: Bill Keyes
The Teen Titans swing into action when Jump City falls under siege by the most unlikely team of supervillains ever! It seems that these second-rate bad guys have become world-class threats. The Titans’ work is cut out for them when they go face to face with... the Second Stringers! All ages welcome.
Beginner, Rules Taught, Characters Provided
Maximum Players per slot: 6
Event #522.11 (Sun 9am-1pm)
The Eye of the Storm
Game System: Call of Cthulhu
Author & GM: Alyson Enright
The science team on the outpost on Jupiter has not been heard from in seven days. Another science team, under military jurisdiction, is sent to investigate to collect the data from the storm forming over the planet. Keywords: Adventure, Intrigue, Cinematic.
Intermediate, Characters Provided.
Maximum Players per slot: 6
Event #523.3 (Fri 9am-1pm)
Event #523.5 (Fri 7-11pm)
Event #523.9 (Sat 7-11pm)
The Mall Incident
Game System: Call of Cthulhu
Author & GM: Alyson Enright
You are a group of actors filming a new horror movie, “The Mall Incident.” Of course, you have to deal with all the personalities and idiosyncrasies that go with actors and directors, but it’s sure to be a scream! Keywords: Teen Scream, Hilarity, Horror
Intermediate, Characters Provided.
Maximum Players per slot: 6
Event #521.1 (Thurs 7-11)
Event #521.4 (Fri 2-6)