Frequently Asked Questions

What is Shadowrun?

Shadowrun is a science fantasy tabletop role-playing game set in a near-future fictional universe in which cybernetics, magic and fantasy creatures co-exist. It combines genres of cyberpunk, urban fantasy and crime, with occasional elements of conspiracy fiction, horror and detective fiction. From its inception in 1989, Shadowrun has remained among the most popular role-playing games. It has spawned a vast franchise that includes a series of novels, a collectible card game, two miniature-based tabletop wargames, and multiple video games.

What sources are used for the wiki?

Our material comes from third edition Shadowrun player manuals, campaign books, and novels.

Is there a HUD?

This question will be fully answered once certain developments have been made.

Are there player businesses?

Yes. All non-metacorporations are considered as owned by the player character lead.

Do players control corporations?

Not exactly. There are already pre-established non-playable characters who are corporation owners. Player characters, who are a lead within a megacorporation, control the actions of its Seattle branch.

Is there player housing?

Yes. Player housing is available in both Downtown Seattle and the Redmond Barrens.

Are custom races permitted?

No.

Why are the races restricted?

Races are restricted to retain immersion within the Shadowrun simulation. What is race? "Race" once referred to ethnic groups with different skin pigmentations. Ever since the Awakening, this term has been redefined. It now applies to people who share consistent physical traits that make their groups distinct. Dwarfs, elves, orks, and trolls are different forms of meta-humanity referred to as "sub-speices."

What is a metahuman?

A metahuman is any non-human with a lineage, be it close or distant, to humans. This applies to dwarfs, elves, orks, and trolls.

How much does race matter?

The value of a person is based upon the make of their character, rather than their race. There is as much variation among individuals in a group as among different racial groups. The most important thing to keep in mind is that all races are people, and people bear great differences from one person to the next.

Can my character be of a mixed race?

In short, the answer is no; children of different-race parents do not inherit a mix of physical nor mental traits. However, the benefit of being from the same species, even if mutated, is that everyone can produce offspring with each other. Note: the pairing of two different races typically produces a child that's the same race as one of the parents. For example, the child of an ork and an elf would either be an ork or an elf. Still, parents can receive a surprise! Sometimes, two humans may produce a metahuman baby. Sometimes, two metahumans may produce a human baby. This is a rare occurrence and typically most same-race couples will have a baby of their own race.