Freak Legion: A Player's Guide to Fomori

Freak Legion, A Player's Guide to Fomori

Freak Legion: A Player's Guide to Fomori

Freak Legion: A Player's Guide to Fomori is a role-playing game supplement for the World of Darkness series, published by White Wolf Publishing. It serves as a sourcebook for the Werewolf: The Apocalypse game, providing detailed information on the Fomori, twisted and corrupted humans who serve the Wyrm.

Overview[edit | edit source]

Freak Legion delves into the dark and disturbing world of the Fomori, humans who have been transformed into monstrous beings through the influence of the Wyrm. These creatures are often used as antagonists in Werewolf: The Apocalypse campaigns, representing the pervasive and corrupting influence of the Wyrm in the World of Darkness.

Contents[edit | edit source]

The book is divided into several sections, each focusing on different aspects of the Fomori:

Introduction: An overview of the Fomori and their role in the Werewolf: The Apocalypse setting.
Character Creation: Guidelines and rules for creating Fomori characters, including new character traits, powers, and weaknesses.
Fomori Types: Detailed descriptions of various types of Fomori, each with unique abilities and characteristics.
Storytelling: Tips and advice for game masters on how to incorporate Fomori into their campaigns, including plot hooks and story ideas.
Appendices: Additional resources, such as new equipment, rituals, and lore related to the Fomori.

Themes[edit | edit source]

Freak Legion explores themes of corruption, loss of humanity, and the struggle between good and evil. It emphasizes the tragic nature of the Fomori, who were once human but have been twisted into monstrous forms by the Wyrm's influence. The book also highlights the moral dilemmas faced by werewolves and other characters when dealing with these corrupted beings.

Reception[edit | edit source]

Freak Legion has been praised for its detailed and imaginative portrayal of the Fomori, as well as its contributions to the overall lore of the World of Darkness. However, it has also been noted for its dark and mature themes, which may not be suitable for all players.