From publisher blurb: Ascendant is the superpowered role-playing game of infinite possibilities. In this 496-page standalone rulebook, you get: Elegant game mechanics that swiftly simulate the physics of a comic-book world using easy-to-reference real-life benchmarks Color-coded challenge action resolution tables that resolve complex actions with superspeed Infinitely scalable system lets you play heroes of any power level, from streetfighters to living gods – and replicate virtually any character from your favorite anime, comic, manga, or movie settings Countless powers all customizable with an easy-to-use system of modifier tags that lets you match your power’s specifics to your character concept Comprehensive detective mechanics for investigating crimes, interviewing witnesses, and finding clues Detailed options for super-geniuses to create inventions, cure diseases, and even bring their outlandish devices into mass production Extensive rules for responding to emergencies such as asteroid strikes, avalanches, disease outbreaks, earthquakes, fires, nuclear disasters, tornados, tsunamis, and volcanoes A huge catalog of pre-built characters and objects including major military vehicles such as aircraft carriers, attack submarines, and ballistic missiles A dynamic mission generation system to help you create challenges for your heroes An optional campaign setting with ready-to-use heroes, villains, and organizations Who will you become when you ascend? Don your cape and mask and find out in Ascendant.