FR adventures and an other question...

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#1

_Luca_

Oct 22, 2009 14:08:19

I apologize if someone already asked about it, but using the forum search i haven't found anything clearing my doubts.


I read the GSL and the other pdf on the d20 page, and if I'm not wrong there isn't the possibility to create forgotten realms (and mutatis mutanda for the other settings) adventures. At least, i can't imagine to create one without refering to places, NPCs, deities, etc...


My question is this: is it impossible to create an adventure in FR, or WotC provide a different procedure for it?


The other question is (just to say it clear): all the licensing stuff applies only to publication (i mean books), or regards internet diffusion too (like free stuff for a fansite users)?


Thanks for the attention.

#2

fatumd20

Oct 22, 2009 18:14:07

In regards to your question about FR. No, none of it falls under the GSL/SRD. No 3PP can produce material for FR, Eberron or the upcoming Dark Sun setting. There does not appear to be any change to this in the future either.


As for the free stuff for a fansite, this is doable, be sure to check out the fansite license for info in what you can and can't do. I don't know too much about it myself

#3

The_Jester

Oct 24, 2009 16:52:31

As for the free stuff for a fansite, this is doable, be sure to check out the fansite license for info in what you can and can't do. I don't know too much about it myself


The Fan Site Licence "Kit" refers people wanting to create game material to the GSL, which does not apply to free online fan-created content. Essentially it works like this:


Step One: GSL Websites are not licensed under the GSL. The FAQ refers you to the Fan Site Policy. Proceed to Step Two


Step Two: FSL Web content is not licensed under the FSL. Return to Step One.


Step Three: Lather, rinse, etc Repeat steps one and two until tired. 


Step Four: F-it Dump the GSL and proceed under copyright. Goodman Games released their first 4e adventure strictly through copyright, buy it and see what your limits are. Or switch to Pathfinder, which has "borrowed" the OGL from 3e.