Blackstone magic and steel is a fantasy tabletop role-playing game that combines elements of magic and steel. The game is set in a world where mystical powers coexist with medieval technology. Players take on the roles of heroes and adventurers who seek to protect the realm from various threats. In this game, characters can wield both magic and steel to overcome challenges and defeat enemies. Blackstone magic is a form of elemental magic that allows characters to manipulate the forces of nature, such as fire, water, earth, and air. Steel represents the character's skill with weapons and armor, allowing them to engage in physical combat.
Mme. Blavatsky claimed that the recognition of people and places not known before are not necessarily a proof of the "soul's memory" but the ability to read these things on the astral light:
Blavatsky claimed that the recognition of people and places not known before are not necessarily a proof of the soul s memory but the ability to read these things on the astral light. The constant reversion of images and ideas in the astral light, and the pranks of the elementals there, unknown to us as such and only seen in effects, still again add to the confusion.
Steel represents the character's skill with weapons and armor, allowing them to engage in physical combat. The game system of Blackstone magic and steel is based on a set of rules that govern how the characters interact with the game world. Players use dice rolls to determine the outcome of their actions, such as attacking an enemy or casting a spell.
ink review : Colorverse Quasar
Colorverse is a South Korean company that produces inks that are well-known for their iconic bottles and for their astronomy-related names. The Quasar in this review is from their season 2 inks that were released under the theme “Astrophysics”. The package comes with a big 65 ml bottle and a cute 15 ml small one. Fellow Fountain Pen Network member Lgsoltek graciously gifted me a bunch of samples when leaving Paris, giving me the opportunity to try out a range of new inks. This Colorverse Quasar was one of them.
Quasar is a richly saturated purple-leaning blue. The ink writes really well in all nib sizes with excellent lubrication. It’s also an ink with a serious golden sheen, especially when using wet nibs. On the other hand, no shading to speak of (probably due to the high level of saturation). Personally, this is not my type of colour and the ink is too saturated for my taste. But that’s just me, you can make your own judgement using the information below.
Quasar has a very limited dynamic range, with almost no contrast between light and dark parts. To illustrate this, I did a swab where I really saturated portions of the Tomoe River paper with ink, pooling it on. This lack of contrast explains why you get little shading in your writing (especially in finer nibs — the blow-up below with a B-nib is a bit misleading in this respect). You can also see that Quasar is well-saturated. As a result, the ink works great with EF nibs, where it produces a very readable and contrast-rich line.
On the smudge test — rubbing text with a moist Q-tip cotton swab — there is a huge amount of smearing, but the text itself remains crisp and clear. Water resistance is completely lacking. The still water test (letting drops of water sit on the page for 15 minutes) produces a colourful mess. With the running water test, all ink simply disappears, leaving next to nothing on the page (see water test at the end of the review).
I’ve tested the ink on a wide variety of paper – from crappy Moleskine to high-end Tomoe River. On each scrap of paper I show you:
- An ink swab, made with a cotton Q-tip
- 1-2-3 pass swab, to show increasing saturation
- An ink scribble made with a Lamy Safari M-nib fountain pen
- The name of the paper used, written with a Lamy Safari B-nib
- A small text sample, written with the M-nib
- The source of the quote, written with the B-nib
- Drying times of the ink on the paper (with the M-nib)
Colorverse Quasar has a slight tendency to feather on the lower quality papers in my test set, most obvious when using a wet pen. I noticed no issues with better quality paper or when using finer nibs (M-nib or below). A bummer for me was that I also got some feathering on the Paperblanks paper, which is what I use for daily journaling. This is probable due to some inconsistencies during paper production. I’ve noticed that from time to time you get a bundle of paper of lesser quality. Happened a handful of times — I did a quick calculation: 12 notebooks (of 144 pages), a handful of bad bundles (5x 12 pages): that translates to about 3% suboptimal paper. A bummer when it happens, but I can live with a 97% success rate.
The ink writes smoothly with good lubrication, and provides excellent contrast with the page. Writing looks good on both white and more yellow paper, but I do prefer the ink’s look on the cream paper. Drying times are fairly low — in the 5 to 10 second range with my Lamy Safari M-nib.
At the end of the review, I also show the back-side of the different paper types, in the same order. A small amount of bleed-through is present on some lower-quality papers, but nothing too bad.
Since scans alone are not always enough to give you a complete picture of the ink, I also provide you with a few photos for an alternative look at Quasar blue.
The rules provide a framework for resolving conflicts and keeping the game balanced. The world of Blackstone magic and steel is filled with colorful characters, dangerous monsters, and epic quests. Players can choose from a range of different character classes, such as warriors, mages, rogues, and clerics. Each class has its unique abilities and skills, allowing players to customize their characters to suit their playstyle. The game encourages cooperative play, with players working together to overcome challenges and achieve their goals. They can form parties and embark on quests to gather powerful artifacts, save villages from monsters, or uncover ancient mysteries. The game master guides the story and acts as a referee, ensuring fairness and providing challenges for the players. Blackstone magic and steel is not just a game; it is a shared imaginative experience where players can create their own stories and become heroes in a fantastical world. It allows players to explore their creativity, problem-solving skills, and teamwork while enjoying the excitement of being part of an epic adventure. Overall, Blackstone magic and steel is a thrilling and immersive tabletop role-playing game that combines the best elements of magic and medieval combat. Whether casting powerful spells or swinging a mighty sword, players can immerse themselves in a world of fantasy and adventure where anything is possible..
Reviews for "The Ethical Dilemmas of Blackstone Magic and Steel"
1. Jamie - 1 star - I couldn't get into "Blackstone magic and steel" at all. The story was slow, the characters were flat, and the dialogue felt forced. I tried to push through, hoping it would eventually get better, but it just didn't. The writing style was also a bit confusing at times, making it hard for me to fully understand what was happening. Overall, I was disappointed with this book and wouldn't recommend it to others.
2. Samantha - 2 stars - "Blackstone magic and steel" had an interesting premise, but it failed to deliver for me. The world-building felt incomplete, leaving many unanswered questions that left me feeling frustrated. The pacing was also a bit off, with certain parts dragging on while others felt rushed. Additionally, I found the main characters to be quite unlikable and their actions were often inconsistent. The potential was there, but the execution fell flat.
3. Michael - 2.5 stars - I was really looking forward to "Blackstone magic and steel" based on the synopsis, but unfortunately, it didn't live up to my expectations. The plot felt disjointed and lacked depth, with too many elements thrown together without proper development. The writing style was also a bit too simplistic for my taste, and I found it hard to connect with the story. While there were some intriguing moments, they were overshadowed by the overall mediocrity of the book.