Tuesday, October 22, 2019

Pathfinder Online: "Thornkeep Granite Plaque" [RPG]

When Pathfinder was at its height several years ago, Paizo decided to try their hand at an MMORPG called Pathfinder Online.  The setting for the game was to be a small town called Thornkeep.  From what I understand (this was all before my time), the project was a major financial flop.  The game still apparently exists online, even though few play it, and there are other artefacts such as a written module, a t-shirt, and this "granite art plaque".  The art by Wayne Reynolds is striking and perfectly. evocative of back-alley, cut-throat, low magic fantasy (of which Pathfinder isn't, but that's not the point).  The plaque itself is about the size of an open hand, and two plastic pieces serve well as a display stand.

The packaging contains some text on the back:  "Beware to all who enter the town of Thornkeep!  On its dimly lit streets, even the noblest hero may fall prey to the knife of a cut-purse.  And if the thieves don't get you, then perhaps the goblins will."  Inside the box is a certificate of authenticity indicating that this is one of a 250-run limited edition.  These things must not have been popular, because even discounted to $ 10, they're still available on the Paizo website seven years later.  Still, I'm happy with mine.  It's a nice way to spruce up a gaming bookshelf with some quality WAR art.

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