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==Overview==
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* '''There is a short rules summary sheet [[Media:Rules summary 2022.pdf|you can download]] that contains the basic rules you must know to play Empire'''
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* '''Please check the [[General FAQ|FAQ]] before emailing with any queries'''
==[[Media:Rules summary 2022.pdf|Rules Summary]]==
Welcome to the Empire rules; here you can find out how to create characters and play the game. A short, printable [[Media:Rules summary 2022.pdf|rules summary]] of the key points is available. If you have any questions then check the [[General FAQ|FAQ]] first and if that doesn't help then please [[contact Profound Decisions]] and we will answer your questions.
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A short, printable [[Media:Rules summary 2022.pdf|rules summary]] of the key points is available. If you have any questions then check the [[General FAQ|FAQ]] first and if that doesn't help then please [[contact Profound Decisions]] and we will answer your questions.
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==[[Playing the game|Playing the Game]]==
==[[Playing the game|Playing the Game]]==
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This section tells you how to [[Playing the game|play the game]] - providing the rules and guidelines for creating your character as well as roleplaying the character at an event.  
This section tells you how to [[Playing the game|play the game]] - providing the rules and guidelines for creating your character as well as roleplaying the character at an event.  
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All player-characters are able to fight in Empire if they choose. The [[Combat|combat rules]] explain what to do in skirmishes and battles and how to use your skills.
All player-characters are able to fight in Empire if they choose. The [[Combat|combat rules]] explain what to do in skirmishes and battles and how to use your skills.
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==[[Safety_overview|Safety]]==
==[[Safety_overview|Safety]]==
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[[Safety_overview|Safety]] is important to ensure that events are as safe as possible. Everyone must make sure that they understand these rules even if they do not intend to fight.
[[Safety_overview|Safety]] is important to ensure that events are as safe as possible. Everyone must make sure that they understand these rules even if they do not intend to fight.
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==[[Groups]]==
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A character is defined by the [[skills]] that they possess. You can purchase any skill you want for your character, though some skills must be bought first.
A character is defined by the [[skills]] that they possess. You can purchase any skill you want for your character, though some skills must be bought first.
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==[[Magic]]==
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==[[Resource]]==
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==[[Potion]]==
==[[Potion|Potions]]==
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Herbs can be mixed by characters with the apothecary skill to make [[potion|potions and poisons]]. Potions can be consumed by anyone, providing valuable magical benefits.
Herbs can be mixed by characters with the apothecary skill to make [[potion|potions and poisons]]. Potions can be consumed by anyone, providing valuable magical benefits.
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==[[Magical items|Magical Items]]==
==[[Magical items|Magical Items]]==

Latest revision as of 19:04, 13 February 2024

Rules Summary

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A short, printable rules summary of the key points is available. If you have any questions then check the FAQ first and if that doesn't help then please contact Profound Decisions and we will answer your questions.

Playing the Game

Emma+Tom.jpg

This section tells you how to play the game - providing the rules and guidelines for creating your character as well as roleplaying the character at an event.

Combat

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All player-characters are able to fight in Empire if they choose. The combat rules explain what to do in skirmishes and battles and how to use your skills.

Safety

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Safety is important to ensure that events are as safe as possible. Everyone must make sure that they understand these rules even if they do not intend to fight.

Groups

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Players creating characters together can create a concept for a group to link those characters together. There are special rules some types of groups, called bands in Empire.

Skills

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A character is defined by the skills that they possess. You can purchase any skill you want for your character, though some skills must be bought first.

Magic

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Magicians are able to wield the force of magic, using it to drive enemies away or mend shattered weapons and bones. Read this section if you are interested in playing a magician.

Resource

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Resources provide a character with wealth and precious resources. Every character in Empire may control campaign resources and a single personal resource.

Potions

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Herbs can be mixed by characters with the apothecary skill to make potions and poisons. Potions can be consumed by anyone, providing valuable magical benefits.

Magical Items

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There are scores of different magical items that exist in Empire. They are created and sold by player-characters and many characters will have access to one or two.