The Ultimate Guide to Science-Fantasy Galaxy Adventures
Blast off into Starfinder Second Edition with a star chart of the galaxy and a thrilling tour of adventuring locations across the vastness of interstellar space! The Starfinder Galaxy Guide is a 176-page primer designed for new and experienced players that explores popular types of science fantasy campaigns―galactic exploration, horror, war-torn space opera, and more―giving GMs and players tools for playing out those types of stories in their Starfinder game.
Comprehensive Campaign Framework: The Galaxy Guide introduces several powerful galactic factions as potential friends or foes, including AbadarCorp's holy corporate empire, the infernal orders of the Hellknights, and the world-preserving Xenowardens. Each major faction includes a new archetype players can use to create a character with ties to that faction.
Diverse Alien Species: The galactic tour ends with a database of playable alien ancestries including a telepathic mega-brain with an atrophied body (contemplative), a friendly shapeshifter with a secretly bizarre true form (astrazoan), and more!
Complete Galaxy Resources:
Double-Sided Galaxy Map: Features the Starfinder galaxy and the Pact Worlds system, providing essential navigation tools and visual references for epic space adventures across known space.
Six New Playable Alien Ancestries: Astrazoan, contemplative, dragonkin, kalo, sarcesian, and vlaka offer unique character options with distinct abilities, cultures, and roleplay opportunities for diverse party compositions.
Six New Faction Archetypes: Related to powerful galactic factions, these archetypes allow players to create characters with meaningful connections to major organizations shaping the galaxy's political landscape.
Exciting New Lore: Introducing new gods, current events, and important hotspots in the Starfinder setting, expanding the universe with fresh storylines and adventure opportunities!
Campaign Type Guidelines:
Galactic Exploration: Tools for discovery-focused adventures across uncharted space
Horror Campaigns: Resources for creating tension and fear in the cosmic void
War-Torn Space Opera: Epic conflict scenarios spanning star systems
Corporate Intrigue: Navigate the complex politics of interstellar commerce
Environmental Protection: Champion conservation across alien worlds
Major Galactic Factions:
AbadarCorp: Holy corporate empire blending commerce and divine mandate
Hellknights: Infernal orders maintaining law through diabolic discipline
Xenowardens: World-preserving organization protecting natural environments across the galaxy
New Alien Ancestries Detailed:
Astrazoan: Friendly shapeshifters with mysterious true forms
Contemplative: Telepathic mega-brains with atrophied bodies
Dragonkin: Draconic humanoids with ancient wisdom
Kalo: Aquatic species adapted for underwater and space environments
Sarcesian: Crystalline beings from asteroid environments
Vlaka: Hardy survivors from harsh frontier worlds
Perfect for All Experience Levels: Whether you're new to Starfinder or a veteran space explorer, this guide provides the tools, lore, and character options needed to create memorable science-fantasy campaigns that span the galaxy.
Transform your tabletop adventures with this essential galaxy resource. The Starfinder Galaxy Guide Hardcover delivers comprehensive setting information, new character options, and campaign tools needed to explore the vast reaches of space where magic and technology create unlimited adventure possibilities across countless worlds and star systems.