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--- shadowrun_2050_-_back_to_old_school [2025/10/30 16:13] – irian
+++ shadowrun_2050_-_back_to_old_school [2025/10/30 20:03] (current) – irian
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   * Probably SR4 Anniversary
-    * Probably using the same magic rules for all traditions
+    * If you don't know the rules, quick-start rules are [[https://www.dmsguild.com/en/product/88366/shadowrun-quick-start-rules-fourth-edition|available for free]]
+    * Feel free to ask for help for character creation
+    * Probably using the same magic rules for all traditions
+    * Some metamagic techniques, etc. may not yet be available easily
   * Starting point will probably be around 2050, Seattle
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 Metahumans are (of course) totally ok, Metavariants are still a rare sight on the streets of Seattle. Other exotic character types are out, for now, sorry, not sorry about that.
-Magicians are known and start to develop their own culture, but often it is still a bit unorganised and random, everyone is still looking for their path. Initiations are possible, but not yet "common" knowledge. Physical Adepts exists, but are also not yet common knowledge (rumours about Ninjas, etc. are of course still alive).
+Magic in all its aspects is still a bit "fresh" and less organized than in later years.
 All in all, the characters can often expect to be a bit special or unusual.
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 Somewhere between Pink Mohawk and Black Trenchcoat - it's also a bit up for discussion. Personally I take inspiration from series like 'Burn Notice' and 'Leverage', especially for the more social aspects, but in the end, it's still Cyberpunk and sticking it to the man can be a great motivator, so if the characters start out a bit rough around the edges that's preferable over polished professionals without any emotions.
+Shadowrunning is a job, but your life is not (only) your job. Of course there will be runs, but characters should also chase their own goals, have their own problems, friends, enemies, etc. and all the stories that come from that.
 Reputation & Street cred will be an important factor and knowing who's who in the streets never hurts. Connections will also play an important role and it's assumed that the characters will pick up quite a few on their few (as well as enemies).