Swordbearer
Swordbearer by Ekofisk (Mongoose community) is a classic sci-fi mercenary adventure module for the Traveller roleplaying game.
- Game system
- Traveller
- Adventure type
- Campaigns, Adventures & Modules
- Language
- English
Adventure overview
Inspired by Ticket X from Supplement 6: 76 Patrons, the scenario follows a small mercenary security unit contracted to provide defensive protection for a stranded starship undergoing critical repairs in hostile space. Written specifically for Classic Traveller (referencing Books 1-3, Book 4: Mercenary, and Supplement 4: Citizens of the Imperium), the scenario can be adapted to other sci-fi 2d6 rulesets.
Stranded Starship Defense Mission
Inspired by Ticket X in Supplement 6: 76 Patrons, Swordbearer puts players in command of a compact mercenary security unit. The team is contracted to safeguard a crippled, stranded starship while its crew conducts vital maintenance and repairs against looming threats.
Classic Traveller Citations and Adaptability
The module references the Facsimile edition of Classic Traveller, drawing on core Books 1-3, Book 4: Mercenary, and Supplement 4: Citizens of the Imperium. While grounded in classic mechanics, referees can easily adapt the tactical parameters to modern 2d6 systems.
Ideas for your table
- Referees can place the stranded starship on a desolate asteroid or deserted orbital plane where waves of scavengers probe the perimeter.
- The mercenary contract structure can serve as a military patron template for starting a combat-focused Traveller squad.
Questions & answers
What core rulebooks are cited in this adventure?
The module is written for Classic Traveller, referencing Books 1, 2, 3, Book 4: Mercenary, and Supplement 4: Citizens of the Imperium.
Where can the Swordbearer adventure PDF be purchased?
GMCraft provides catalog summaries, while digital PDF downloads are fulfilled on DriveThruRPG.