Pirates in 2nd Edition Dungeons and Dragons

Review:  Pirates of the Sea of Fallen Stars (FOR3) by Curtis Scott.  Published in 1992

 

Pirates is set in the Forgotten Realms.  It provides a solid starting point for a pirate themed campaign.  It has an overview of piracy in that region of the Forgotten Realms.  It has some commentary on how certain non-weapon proficiencies would be useful.  It describes some of the pirate isles.  It gives options for “good guy” pirate campaigns and “bad guy” pirate campaigns.  It has rules for naval combat.  The combat rules keep things strictly medieval in that there are no ship-mounted cannons.  The rules might be a bit thin in places but they are a good starting point.  There is a section on NPCs.  Overall it is a credible product.  It would provide a good start for a pirate-themed campaign.  Recommended for all.  2nd edition Forgotten Realms campaigns will get the most benefit.  3 out of 5 stars.