Superlink Book: Gestalt
Mutants & Masterminds 2nd Edition format. 'Gestalt' is Scott Bennie's unique world of superhuman archetypes. Superhero comic books contain worlds of Archetypes¸ individuals who represent important symbols. They are populated by characters who represent concepts such as Heroism¸ Strength¸ Speed¸ Cleverness¸ The Elements¸ Kindness¸ Cruelty¸ and Ambition. All fiction deals in archetypes or symbols¸ but comic books apply them more consciously than most fictional forms. The Gestalt campaign takes the idea of 'character as Archetype' one step further. In this campaign world¸ Gestalt-Earth¸ the characters are the symbols. A physically powerful superhero might not just be a strong guy - he could be an embodiment of Strength. A Gestalt martial arts master isn't just a superb fighter - he's also a human representation of his chosen art. The master lives its philosophy at all times¸ getting into situations where he demonstrates his art and its virtues¸ championing those who follow the art¸ and using the art to advance his or her personal fortunes. While characters in the Gestalt-Earth setting look and act like superheroes¸ in many ways they fulfill the role of mythological gods¸ becoming the champion of concepts and portfolios.