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![]() As a result, humanity has a number of prominent schools that train people to their maximum potential. The empire rose from a universe that had been dominated and controlled by its Artificial Intelligences, so any technology beyond basic mechanical automation (and some super hi-tech gear) is allowed – theoretically anything as long as it avoids the use of “Thinking Machines”. ![]() In addition, it extends life and broadens consciousness, making it desirable for other reasons. The Spice allows the empire to exist, as it is essential to safe travel across the vastness of the universe. It is set in an Imperium full of scheming noble houses and religious factions, all focused around the planet Arrakis – an arid world that is the sole source of the “Spice Melange”. If you’re unfamiliar with Dune, it is a series of novels written by Frank Herbert ( Dune being the first) about humanity in the far distant future. How does one begin a project like the Dune RPG? What are the discussions like? What goes through everyone’s head as they narrow down how to best create a roleplaying experience of a property that has eluded a completely faithful cross-media adaptation? (though each attempt has its fans) This every sister of the Bene Gesserit knows.” -from the Manual of Muad’Dib by the Princess Irulan ![]() ![]() “A beginning is the time for taking the most delicate care that the balances are correct.
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