Review of Blue Planet: Fluid Mechanics by Former RPGNet Reviewer
In the world of tabletop role-playing games (RPGs), the release of a new supplement can be a significant event for dedicated players. One such supplement, "Fluid Mechanics: Technology in the World of Blue Planet", published by Fantasy Flight Games on May 21st, 2001, is a hardcover resource that offers a wealth of technological tools for Blue Planet players.
The hardcover format is noteworthy, as it usually signifies a premium, durable, and collectible product. With a page count of 128 and a price of $23.95, "Fluid Mechanics" aims to be an authoritative, long-lasting resource for players interested in the technological and environmental aspects of the Blue Planet setting.
The book, authored by Jeffrey Barber, Greg Benage, Greg Porter, Brian Schoner, and Jason Werner, presents a cohesive, integrated view of the technical reality of the Blue Planet world. It does not limit itself to providing disconnected technical gadgets but offers a comprehensive and in-depth exploration of the game's technology.
The technical art in "Fluid Mechanics" is crisp, clear, and informative, enhancing the presentation and perceived value of the supplement. The production code of the book is BP03, and its ISBN is 1-887911-11-1.
When it comes to RPG supplements, the hardcover format was once a controversial decision. However, the success of "Fluid Mechanics" and other hardcover supplements, such as the "Blue Planet: Player's Guide", has led to the practice becoming commonplace in the industry. In fact, companies like Wizards of the Coast began publishing hardcover RPG supplements as well.
If you're running a Blue Planet campaign, "Fluid Mechanics" should be on your "To Buy" list. It provides a wealth of technological tools that can enrich your game experience and immerse players in the Blue Planet setting even further. With its high-quality production, detailed content, and collectible status, "Fluid Mechanics: Technology in the World of Blue Planet" is a must-have for any dedicated Blue Planet player.
A dedicated player interested in a premium, long-lasting resource for the technological and environmental aspects of the Blue Planet setting might find "Fluid Mechanics: Technology in the World of Blue Planet" appealing. To supplement their home-and-garden of tabletop role-playing games, avid gamers could consider adding this hardcover book to their library alongside other books in their lifestyle, including works from publishers like Wizards of the Coast.
