As I eagerly await the upcoming “Core Expedition” book, here are a few topics I hope will be explored in the future (in no particular order), assuming everything goes well:
A New Major Alien Race:
Since 1977, we’ve grown familiar with the Aslan, the Vargr, the Vilani, the Zhodani, the K’kree, and the Hiver. Why not introduce a brand-new major race lurking just beyond known space? Something that makes us think, “Hey, there really is something out there!” This could be an entirely new human empire or a completely unique sophon civilization—an opportunity for Mongoose to create their own signature species.
A Canopus/Aldebaran Sector Book:
I’m simply curious about this region, which is home to the Solomani Government. A dedicated sourcebook could delve into the local politics, culture, and opportunities for adventurers.
A K’kree Sourcebook:
Of all the five major alien races, the K’kree seem the least developed, yet they could be one of humanity’s most dangerous adversaries. A comprehensive sourcebook would help flesh them out and explore the threat they pose.
An Ecosystem Sourcebook:
I’d love a resource that helps a GM not only create animal encounters but also design entire ecosystems—including sophisticated sophon races. A great example is the system used in the original GDW 2300AD. Such a book would bring worlds to life from the ground up.
A Mega-Campaign About Emperor Strephon’s Assassination Plot:
Introduced to Traveller during the Rebellion Era, I’ve always found this period the most fascinating. A campaign where players could either help Dulinor or try to stop him would be amazing. It could also dive deeper into the Third Imperium’s internal politics and simmering rivalries.
A Sourcebook for the Rebellion Era:
Offering the Rebellion Era as an alternate setting with multiple possible endings could be a fantastic way for players to explore that period without locking the official Mongoose setting into that path.
For 2300AD:
Aside from the rumored “Invasion” Sourcebook/Campaign, I’d love to see a 2.0 version of the Atlas of the French Arm, plus two companion volumes for the American Arm and the Chinese Arm. Each would provide a clearer view of the worlds and challenges as you travel along these arms.
Planetary Sourcebooks Under the ‘Interstellar Geographic Society’ Banner:
Similar in spirit to the classic Aurore Sourcebook, these guides would cover everything you need to know about a particular planet—astro-cartography, geography, environment, biology, history, and whatever else a visitor might need (including genetic data). Since 2300AD features fewer worlds (around 50), it seems feasible to support about half a dozen such 100-page books.
Keep on dreaming,
Alain Vollant
PS text "corrected" via ChatGPT
A New Major Alien Race:
Since 1977, we’ve grown familiar with the Aslan, the Vargr, the Vilani, the Zhodani, the K’kree, and the Hiver. Why not introduce a brand-new major race lurking just beyond known space? Something that makes us think, “Hey, there really is something out there!” This could be an entirely new human empire or a completely unique sophon civilization—an opportunity for Mongoose to create their own signature species.
A Canopus/Aldebaran Sector Book:
I’m simply curious about this region, which is home to the Solomani Government. A dedicated sourcebook could delve into the local politics, culture, and opportunities for adventurers.
A K’kree Sourcebook:
Of all the five major alien races, the K’kree seem the least developed, yet they could be one of humanity’s most dangerous adversaries. A comprehensive sourcebook would help flesh them out and explore the threat they pose.
An Ecosystem Sourcebook:
I’d love a resource that helps a GM not only create animal encounters but also design entire ecosystems—including sophisticated sophon races. A great example is the system used in the original GDW 2300AD. Such a book would bring worlds to life from the ground up.
A Mega-Campaign About Emperor Strephon’s Assassination Plot:
Introduced to Traveller during the Rebellion Era, I’ve always found this period the most fascinating. A campaign where players could either help Dulinor or try to stop him would be amazing. It could also dive deeper into the Third Imperium’s internal politics and simmering rivalries.
A Sourcebook for the Rebellion Era:
Offering the Rebellion Era as an alternate setting with multiple possible endings could be a fantastic way for players to explore that period without locking the official Mongoose setting into that path.
For 2300AD:
Aside from the rumored “Invasion” Sourcebook/Campaign, I’d love to see a 2.0 version of the Atlas of the French Arm, plus two companion volumes for the American Arm and the Chinese Arm. Each would provide a clearer view of the worlds and challenges as you travel along these arms.
Planetary Sourcebooks Under the ‘Interstellar Geographic Society’ Banner:
Similar in spirit to the classic Aurore Sourcebook, these guides would cover everything you need to know about a particular planet—astro-cartography, geography, environment, biology, history, and whatever else a visitor might need (including genetic data). Since 2300AD features fewer worlds (around 50), it seems feasible to support about half a dozen such 100-page books.
Keep on dreaming,
Alain Vollant
PS text "corrected" via ChatGPT