
NEED GAMES, the publisher behind the ENNIE award-winning tabletop roleplaying game (TTJRPG) Fabula Ultima, has announced that a special Celebration Edition will launch on Kickstarter on September 30, 2025. This campaign offers both new and veteran players a chance to acquire hardback and deluxe editions of the core rulebook, three setting atlases, and the highly anticipated Bestiary Volume I.The Kickstarter will also feature additional play tools, a collector’s box, and an exclusive variant cover of the core rulebook illustrated by legendary artist Yoshitaka Amano, known for his work on Final Fantasy and Vampire Hunter D.Fabula Ultima, penned by Emanuele Galletto and released in 2022, immerses players in heroic fantasy narratives reminiscent of classic JRPGs. Players collaborate to craft epic tales of heroes and villains within magical worlds filled with wonder and unique creatures.Key features of the Fabula Ultima Core Rulebook include:
- Collaborative World-Building: Players can collectively shape their game worlds using three distinct style atlases, allowing for the creation of diverse kingdoms, cozy villages, and significant historical events.
- Intuitive Ruleset: The game’s rules, inspired by beloved JRPGs, encourage players to actively pursue goals and influence the story, where every action carries a consequence.
- The Bestiary: A long-awaited addition, this volume introduces a wide array of monsters, demons, and beasts, offering challenges from simple encounters to formidable boss battles.
- 15 Mix-and-Match Classes: A modular growth system, inspired by video games, enables players to design unique characters and strategize with allies for their adventures.
- Comprehensive Game Master Tools: The rulebook provides advice, guidelines, and all necessary tools for Game Masters to introduce compelling villains and set the stage for grand adventures.
- Stunning Full-Color Artwork: The book features hundreds of beautifully illustrated pages showcasing landscapes, creatures, and more from talented artists worldwide.
