Character Creation

So we have Nascent House Helsin, who specializes in Science, particularly water recovery and management.

SCIENCE
While the tenets of the Butlerian Jihad remain in force, it does not mean humanity cannot research and develop new scientific ideas. Many Houses have a research and development department to advance their domains and keep ahead of the competition. This domain often couples well with Industrial domains where a House might take full advantage of what they discover, rather than pass it on to others to make money from.
@Machinery: Laboratory equipment, quarantine areas, entire scientific facilities
@Produce: Chemical compounds, drugs, geneticallyadapted humans and animals
@Expertise: Scientists and researchers
@Workers: Lab assistants and managers
@Understanding: New scientific research (many different possibilities in many areas)

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Homeworkld

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Banners and Arms

Each noble House has a coat of arms they proudly emblazon on all their holdings to remind everyone of what is theirs. The heraldry of the Imperium is nowhere near as complicated as that of old England but still serves as a clear symbol of each house.

Most Houses have a banner made up of one or two colors and a crest, which might be an animal, object, or even chemical element. The colors might be represented on their banner divided horizontally, vertically, or as a stripe, usually behind the crest.

It is up to the group to decide on the House banner. There are hundreds of possible options, from the hawk of the Atreides to the lamp of House Richese and the double helix of House Vernius.

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Those are the last two we need to work out.

The previous holders of the governorship-fief was HOUSE RICHESE. That would have occurred ... 67 years prior?

10,114 A.G. House Richese loses control of Arrakis and House Harkonnen is granted it as a fief.

I like the idea that we became established on Arrakis while the Richese had control of the planet, and have become a holdover.

Perhaps there was some imperial direction to leave House Helsin alone during and after the power transfer, as I'm sure the Emperor would greatly desire the fruits our our scientific endeavors.

I agree with ForeverDED the Harkonnens would keep a close eye on our House anyway, looking for signs of betrayal or an avenue to profit/benefit from our destruction or absorption into their rulership.

I like the idea of there being a directive to leave House Helson alone, yet we are being closely watched for opportunities to either help us flourish or destroy us. That constant tension will be fun to play around with and rife with opportunities for nefarious activities.

Alright I think we're close to being ready. I'll write up this stuff in notes so we can find it easier later, and get the game moving.

Last steps: I've an idea of how I want this game to unfold, at least the conflicts I want to introduce for each of your PCs. But let me know in a NOTE if there is anything specific you'd like to explore in Dune.

I really like this idea, too. Go ahead and provided details for a key retainer that would complement your team, and if you have any ideas on who we should add to the list below, go hard.

These could include:
Sina Heslin, the house leader.
chief water scientist
a NPC connected to your PC (such as ForeverDED's swordmaster)
chief manufacturer/engineer
The Heslin ornithopter person (pilot, maintenance)
anyone else

I've posted a start to the game. I decided to info dump a little and then start us in action. There is room for you to help craft the world and House Heslin, and I'll try and follow the fiction we generate together.

I've also added a Player Handout. Clicking this on any page will reveal a concise rules summary.



I haven't reviewed the sheets yet, but will be doing that today. I'll let you know if I have any questions or suggestions.

My NPC is a contact of Rook's.

Shadran Korr operates as a smuggler and information broker within the criminal faction. He specializes in transporting valuable contraband, including forbidden technologies, secret information, and, of course, illicit spice shipments. Shadran is known for his ability to navigate the treacherous sands of Arrakis unnoticed and for his keen sense of strategy.

Shadran is a wiry and agile figure, with a deeply tanned complexion from years spent in the harsh desert sun. He wears a combination of traditional Fremen robes and discreet, high-tech gear, allowing him to blend in seamlessly with whatever environment he finds himself in.