The One Ring: the Roleplaying Game - Core Rules (English)

It is the year 2965 in the Third Age, and the shadow is returning. 24 years ago, an alliance of elves, men, and dwarves defeated a horde of orcs and wild wolves under a sky darkened by giant bats, ushering in a new era of prosperity for the Free Peoples.

But 20 years is a long time, and in the dark corners of the earth, the shadows are stretching once more. Rumors of strange things happening beyond the borders of the land circulate - and although most are dismissed as tall tales, they sometimes reach those who recognize the sinister truth they conceal.

It is the restless warriors, curious scholars, and wanderers who are always in search of the lost and forgotten. Ordinary people call them adventurers, or heroes, when they triumph. But if they fail, no one will remember their names.

Welcome to The One Ring, a roleplaying game based on The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings, two extraordinary literary works by beloved author John Ronald Reuel Tolkien. With these books, Tolkien introduced readers to his greatest creation, the world of Middle-earth, a mythical land from a distant past. With The One Ring, Middle-earth has become yours to explore - you will travel across the land in search of clues about the return of the shadow and have the chance to play a role in the fight against the enemy...

In this 2nd edition of The One Ring, the rules have been updated and revised, and a new visual style has been introduced with more focus on the land of Eriador - the lonely lands west of the Misty Mountains.

The One Ring Core Rules includes:

• Rules for traveling across the land, battling fearsome foes, and encountering the inhabitants of Middle-earth
• Thorough advice for the Loremaster (Game Master) on how to bring Middle-earth to life, including rules for magical treasures, the Shadow, and the Eye of Mordor.
• In-depth information about 6 Patrons - individuals who sponsor your adventures, including, for example, Bilbo Baggins and Gandalf the Grey.
• A Bestiary that includes everything from humble Orc soldiers and highwaymen to cave trolls and Barrow-Wights.
• Rules for creating your very own Nameless Things - unknown creatures from the dark corners of the world.
• A complete landmark adventure, The Star of the Mist, including support for Loremasters in the form of advice throughout.