The On-line Magazine for Roleplayers

Issue 9, August 1999

In this issue:

The theme of this issue is Game Design. First off, we talk to a designer himself, Luke Payne, about his new game. Next, Simon Dennis shows us how psychology can help us to better model human abilities in RPGs. Then M. Joseph Young talks about how to develop a logical legal system for your fantasy world. And the History finally reaches its conclusion, with a look at modern trends in design. On top of this, the Highlights sections looks at the Origins Awards for game design, and much more besides. So enjoy! Ed.

Contents:

• Regulars:
  • Highlights
    And the winner is...
  • Once Upon a Time
    Dungeons and denigrations
  • Readers' Forum
    Well, let me just say this...
    
• Articles:
  • At the Helm: An Interview With Luke Payne
    We ask the hard questions
  • Modelling Reality in Role-Playing Games
    A psychological dissertation
  • Law and Enforcement in Imaginary Realms, Part I: The Source of Law
    Legal implications for fantasy worlds
  • The History of Role-Playing, Part IX: "The End and the Beginning"
    Darkness and new dawns
  • The History of Role-Playing: Author's Addendum
    A look back at the history