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#1 Hugin Jul 05, 2008 11:19:13	The latest fan gazetteer for Mystara has just been released over on The Piazza. To check it out, have a look here: The Kingdom of Kaarjala An Unofficial Game Accessory The trip from Kaarja to Rovaniemi had been quiet, with no surprises - Julius liked it that way. But on this particular tract the forest grew dense and cast a gloomy pall, which did not sit right with the man. "It shouldn't get this chilly so quickly," complained his companion, Glorin. A definite chill tainted the air - and it was still summer. The snap of twigs and branches, followed by the stench of decay, drew the party's attention. Shambling, blackened forms stepped onto the road and surrounded them. Julius, Glorin, and the third member of their party formed a defensive position. They had encountered undead like this many times since coming to Kaarjala, and judging from the numbers, this was going to be a tough fight. Perhaps they should have accepted that strange shaman's offer to accompany them, after all. This is the tenth entry in a series of unofficial Gazetteer gaming aids for enthusiasts of the world of Mystara. This work covers the Kingdom of Kaarjala, an isolated land within Norwold’s Arctic region whose existence is made possible by a magic windmill that generates gold, grain, and warmth. “The Kingdom of Kaarjala” provides descriptions of the history, settlements, races, and personalities of a nation that exists very much on the fringes of the civilized world. King Kaarlo and his people shield the southern lands from many of the perils of the far north, but within the nation’s midst lurks an evil so powerful that it threatens to sweep everything aside. This product also provides rules governing the effects of hypothermia and guidelines for playing two new classes unique to Kaarjala: the kanteleer, a heroic zither-strumming warrior; and the noaid, a mysterious spellcaster who taps into the realm of spirits. There are three downloads at present: the gazetteer (pdf, bookmarked), the expansive map of Kaarjala, and the map of the coastal Itamaa region. Enjoy!
#2 havard Jul 06, 2008 18:17:04	Due to the domain shift of the Piazza, that link doesn't work anymore. Try this one: http://www.thepiazza.org.uk/bb/viewtopic.php?f=35&t=435&start=0&st=0&sk=t&sd=a Havard
#3 Multizar Jul 07, 2008 1:11:34	Another wonderful Gaz from OldDawg and Geoff! :D Who needs a new edition to play this:P
#4 Hugin Jul 07, 2008 11:45:32	Due to the domain shift of the Piazza, that link doesn't work anymore. Try this one: http://www.thepiazza.org.uk/bb/viewtopic.php?f=35&t=435&start=0&st=0&sk=t&sd=a Havard I'm away for a few days and I'm already out of the loop! I'll fix the link in the OP. Thanks for update Havard.
#5 havard Jul 07, 2008 13:44:52	I'm away for a few days and I'm already out of the loop! I'll fix the link in the OP. Thanks for update Havard. No problem. I just found out myself. The gaz looks real good though. I just need to get it printed out so I can read through it properly. Havard
#6 havard Jul 09, 2008 11:59:18	Got it printed out and started reading now. My printer ran out of ink before I could print the cover, but the book is the main part. I like the Sami-inspired people who are in there! Havard
#7 olddawg Jul 13, 2008 9:23:24	For those unfamiliar with the Mystara setting and/or don't play Classic, Kaarjala is very crunch-lite and can easily be adapted to any game that heads into a northern territory. 2e kit suggestions are included, as are appropriate 3.x base classes. 4e players will find a PoL setting with a ready made outline for adventuring from Hero to Epic as an ancient adversary gathers strength to destroy the peoples of the North. Inspired by the people and legends of Finnland, Kaarjala offers a flavor and style uncommon to many (most?) settings. -OldDawg