Skull & Crossbows
Encyclopedia
Skull & Crossbows is an adventure module
published in 1990 for the Advanced Dungeons & Dragons
fantasy
role-playing game
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scenarios all involving space pirates; this module is a sequel to SJA Wildspace
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, with a cover by Brom
, and was published by TSR in 1990 as a 64-page booklet with a map and an outer folder.
Adventure (Dungeons & Dragons)
In the Dungeons & Dragons role-playing game, an adventure or module is a pre-packaged book or box set that helps the Dungeon Master manage the plot or story of a game...
published in 1990 for the Advanced Dungeons & Dragons
Dungeons & Dragons
Dungeons & Dragons is a fantasy role-playing game originally designed by Gary Gygax and Dave Arneson, and first published in 1974 by Tactical Studies Rules, Inc. . The game has been published by Wizards of the Coast since 1997...
fantasy
Fantasy
Fantasy is a genre of fiction that commonly uses magic and other supernatural phenomena as a primary element of plot, theme, or setting. Many works within the genre take place in imaginary worlds where magic is common...
role-playing game
Role-playing game
A role-playing game is a game in which players assume the roles of characters in a fictional setting. Players take responsibility for acting out these roles within a narrative, either through literal acting, or through a process of structured decision-making or character development...
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Plot summary
Skull & Crossbows consists of several linked SpelljammerSpelljammer
Spelljammer is a campaign setting for the Advanced Dungeons & Dragons role-playing game, which features a fantastical outer space environment....
scenarios all involving space pirates; this module is a sequel to SJA Wildspace
Wildspace (module)
Wildspace is an adventure module published in 1990 for the Advanced Dungeons & Dragons fantasy role-playing game.-Plot summary:Wildspace is a Spelljammer scenario which serves as an introduction to space campaigning...
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Publication history
SJA2 Skull & Crossbows was written by Nigel FindleyNigel Findley
Nigel D Findley was a game designer, editor, and an author of science fiction and fantasy novels and role-playing games .-Biography:Nigel Findley was born in Venezuela, in 1959...
, with a cover by Brom
Gerald Brom
Gerald Brom is an American gothic fantasy artist and illustrator, known for his work in role-playing games, novels, and comics.-Early life:Brom was born March 9, 1965, in Albany, Georgia. As the son of a U.S...
, and was published by TSR in 1990 as a 64-page booklet with a map and an outer folder.