This isn't what I expected. Crawljammer zine #1 isn't a bunch of random, badly written articles from an assortment of science-fantasy fans collected into one place.
Rather, this is a well-written, focused, and singular vision - a combo of mini OSR fantasy in space (more Space 1889 than Traveller) and sword & planet intro scenario. With this little zine, GMs can take their adventurers to new worlds or just explore the galaxy as if Gandalf, Conan, Taarna, Elric, and the Grey Mouser were meshed with Star Wars/Trek. Obviously, this just a taste... but it tastes good.
This little book is well laid out and adorned with attractive artwork. I could have done with two or three more pieces but that's just me being nit-picky.
Also, three cheers for Cyber-Zombies, grotesque Bat-Men, and Void Ziggurats! If you have any interest in taking your Dungeon Crawl Classics or fantasy OSR campaign into space, then picking up Crawljammer is a no-brainer.
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