The Theran Empire (1e)
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Since the end of the scourge¸ Thera has slowly but surely reclaimed many of the far-flung lands it once ruled and remains the greatest power in the world of Earthdawn. This sourcebook lets players roam throughout Earthdawns mightiest realm. It describes the island city of Thera from which the Empire sprang¸ as well as five Imperial provinces with an assortment of unusual cultures¸ new types of magic¸ and new creatures and races. 8 color plates¸ 50 b&w illustrations.
Great Thera stands at the heart of a far-flung empire full of strange customs¸ awe-inspiring beauty¸ and great intrigue. Travelers through these provinces mus be wary of Theras influence¸ but even greater dangers lie in the unfamiliar creatures and people native to these lands.
* In Creana¸ magical¸ multicolored shifting sand constantly changes the shape of the province¸ killing the unwary traveler in a land where dragons dare not go.
* In Talea¸ a strange¸ unborn god rules the lawgivers¸ who compete among themselves for the favor of their Passion and the loyalty of the people.
* In Indrisa¸ fierce¸ multi-armed demons do the bidding of righteous Passions.
* In Marac¸ gleaming cities of brass symbolize the pride of a people that use the Horrors themselves in an ongoing war against Theran domination.
* In Vasgothia¸ remnants of a war between Passions and Horrors lie scattered throughout the deep forest¸ protected by a people constantly reborn in the image of their ancestors.
Great Thera stands at the heart of a far-flung empire full of strange customs¸ awe-inspiring beauty and great intrigue. Travelers through these provinces must be wary of Thera's influence¸ but even greater dangers lie in the unfamiliar creatures and people native to these lands. Though Thera may lay claim to these vast countries¸ the Empire is not welcome in all of them. Some provinces benefit from the Theran presence; others seek to throw off the Theran yoke through violence¸ and still others maintain their independence by more subtle means.
"The Theran Empire is a sourcebook for the Earthdawn game system. This sourcebook offers players and gamemasters a look at the Theran Empire that exists beyond Barsaive's borders¸ including the Great City of Thera and the five primary provinces under the Empire's control. This book offers may new possibilities for Earthdawn gamemasters¸ providing a wealth of information with which to rum adventures and campaigns in mysterious¸ far-way lands. In addition to fleshing out Theran society and introducing numerous potential story lines¸ the Theran Empire also presents four new player-character races.