The first of two core rulebooks for the 7th Sea roleplaying game. The Player's Guide includes a description of the basic mechanics of the game, rules for character creation, and an overview of the nations and secret societies that inhabit the setting. Back of the Book: Swashbuckling and Sorcery Piracy and Exploration Espionage and Intrigue Welcome to the New World 7th Sea is a game of action and high adventure in a world of musketeers, pirates, secret societies and political intrigue. Players take the roles of heroes bent o­n thwarting the plots of knaves and villains, exploring ancient ruins and plundering the treasure fleets of tyrants. Everything a player needs is included in the pages of this book. Easy to get started: The book opens with a Quick Start Guide so you can start playing within minutes. A Complete New World: Players will find almost o­ne hundred pages devoted to Theah, the world of 7th Sea. Flexible rules: 7th Sea uses a unique bidding system, giving players and Game Masters control over the mechanics of the game. Advice for Novice and Experienced Players: If you've never played a roleplaying game before, or if you're an "old school" veteran, you'll find tons of hints and advice to help you act and interact within the world of 7th Sea. The Indispensible guide for players of the 7th Sea Roleplaying game.