Author Archives: grimmshade

About grimmshade

Hobbies: Spending time with my lovely NZ wife, gaming, and reading (mostly pulp and comics.) Favorite games: Marvel Heroic Roleplaying, Trail of Cthulhu, Savage Worlds, Fate, Lady Blackbird, Elder Sign, Sentinels of the Multiverse.

Action Scenes – Night of the Lizard!

Posted on April 11, 2012 by grimmshade

Introduction We’ve seen vengeful moloids assault the surface world, a classic bank robbery by Doctor Octopus, and a mile-high ninja assault. This time, the heroes face a scaly threat in the city’s sewers. Spider Man villains are my favorite Marvel villains, and The Lizard is … Continue reading →

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Heroic Locations – The Danger Room

Posted on April 3, 2012 by grimmshade

The Danger Room is a widely versatile training facility used by the X-Men. Controlled from a booth, either by an operator or by the computer AI, the room simulates scenarios, obstacles, traps, complications, enemies, and weapons to test the X-Men … Continue reading →

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The Gang’s All Here – Stryker Crusade & Purifiers

Posted on March 29, 2012 by grimmshade

Introduction Welcome to the first installment of yet another regular column: The Gang’s All Here. This column will feature entire sets of organizations, gangs, groups, etc. that you can drop right into your game. This first set gives you the … Continue reading →

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Action Scenes – Ninjas on a Plane!

Posted on March 27, 2012 by grimmshade

Introduction We’ve seen vengeful moloids assault on the surface world and a classic bank robbery by Doctor Octopus. Now brave heroes must protect a VIP during a mile-high ninja assault. I wrote this one up for my home game because the PC’s … Continue reading →

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Action Scenes – Bank Heist!

Posted on March 22, 2012 by grimmshade

Introduction Last time, moloids attacked from underground to wreak havoc and kidnap high-profile civilians. This time we have a supervillain and his goons robbing a bank. I wrote this scene because I love the Spidey Villains the most, and I really … Continue reading →

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Action Scenes – Attack of the Mole Man!

Posted on March 19, 2012 by grimmshade

Introducing: Action Scenes! Greetings True Believers! Today’s post is the first in a series of Action Scenes. These are scenes which can be used alone for a short night of play, or incorporated into a larger event. As a Watcher, … Continue reading →

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Making the Most of Vehicles in Marvel Heroic Roleplaying

Posted on March 15, 2012 by grimmshade

I don’t read reviews of things I already like, and I like Marvel Heroic Roleplaying a lot already. However, I’ve heard that some reviewers are saying vehicles might be difficult to model in the game. In fact, vehicles are very easy … Continue reading →

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Marvel Heroic Roleplaying – Knockback & Chases

Posted on March 13, 2012 by grimmshade

I am pleased to welcome Dave Thomas—Grimmshade on Twitter and rpg.net—as the newest contributor to Exploring Infinity. If you haven’t seen his contributions on rpg.net, Im’ glad to say he’s overflowing with excellent ideas and resources especially for MWP’s Marvel Heroic Roleplaying. … Continue reading →

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