Aliens of Charted Space Vol. 2 is a 272-page sourcebook for Mongoose Traveller 2nd Edition that provides in-depth lore, character creation rules, and equipment for the Solomani, Droyne, and Hiver races. It serves as a comprehensive guide for players and referees, covering the biology, culture, and technology of these three major races. For more details, visit Mongoose Publishing.
This volume serves as both a lore guide and a mechanical expansion, providing:
Detailed Character Creation: Complete lifepaths and rules for creating Travellers from each of these three races, allowing for unique roleplaying opportunities.
Report: Traveller: Aliens of Charted Space, Volume 2 (PDF)
1. General Information
- Title: Traveller: Aliens of Charted Space, Volume 2
- Publisher: Mongoose Publishing (for the current Traveller 2nd Edition, MgT2)
- Format: PDF (also available in print)
- Series: Part of a multi-volume set covering major and minor alien races of the Official Traveller Universe (OTU).
- Preceded by: Aliens of Charted Space, Volume 1
- Followed by: Aliens of Charted Space, Volume 3 (and Vol. 4)
: Detailed history, motivations, and long-term societal goals to help Game Masters run campaigns in their territories. Where to Find the PDF
The Core Content: The "Big Three"
The bulk of the book is dedicated to the three major non-human races that define the Third Imperium’s borders. Each section follows a similar structure: history, biology, psychology, society, technology, and naval architecture.
For those unfamiliar with the Traveller universe, it's a science fiction setting that allows players to explore, colonize, and interact with a vast array of alien species across the galaxy. The game was first introduced in 1977 and has since evolved into a rich and complex universe with a dedicated fan base. Charted Space 2, in particular, refers to a specific sector of space that has been explored and mapped, providing a framework for gamers and enthusiasts to navigate and discover new worlds.
The book focuses on three of the most influential yet misunderstood groups in the Traveller universe.