Tribe 8 The Past Is Dead Your Future Begins Now
Post-Apocalyptic Dark Fantasy Role-Playing Game Eco-Mysticism Cyberpunk Gothic Punk Matriarchal Fiction Indie RPG
Tribe 8: The Past Is Dead—Your Future Begins Now is the gateway rulebook to Dream Pod 9’s legendary post-apocalyptic fantasy RPG, and this clean, lightly-scuffed paperback copy is the most affordable way to own the 1998 first-printing (ISBN 9781896776231). Inside, full-color illustrations and comic-style storyboards introduce players to the brutal, spirit-rich world of Vimary, where cybernetic “Squats” clash with tribal warriors, fallen angels called the Z’Bri, and player-character “Fallen” who reject every faction. Everything needed to start is here: full character creation, cinematic dice mechanics, spirit binding, ritual warfare, and a chilling introductory campaign that drops newcomers straight into the heart of the conflict.
What makes this book treasured by collectors is its unique fusion of dark fantasy, eco-mysticism, and gothic punk. Tribe 8 was one of the first RPGs to spotlight matriarchal societies and personal redemption arcs, themes that still feel fresh decades later. The system is rules-light enough for quick convention play yet deep enough to support months-long chronicles of soul-searching and political intrigue. Players craft their own legends, forging alliances with sentient machines or awakening ancient horrors while grappling with themes of exile, faith, and rebirth.
This copy is in excellent hobby condition—tight binding, crisp pages, no writing, no dog-ears—making it shelf-ready for both gamers and collectors who want the earliest English-language edition without paying collector premiums. Whether you’re a veteran Storyguide replacing a worn copy or a new reader curious about indie ’90s RPGs, Tribe 8 offers a rich, story-driven sandbox that rewards imagination and emotional investment.
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