The Quintessential Barbarian

The Quintessential Barbarian cover

Author	Robert Schwalb
Series	Quintessential Series
Publisher	Mongoose Publishing
Publish date	2003
Pages	128
ISBN	1-903980-92-5
OGL Section 15	qbbn

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Dark Age Barbarians

The Dark Ages reflected the loss of technology from the previous wonders of the Roman Empire. This is a period of loss in older culture and philosophy and marks the growth of religion. Technology in this era is simpler than in the default setting, focusing mostly on utility. As heavy armour is unheard of, most weaponry functions to combat chain or lighter armours. Barbarians from this technology level are proficient in all simple weapons and all of the following weapons: axes (all), bows (long, short and composite short), hammers (all), lance (light) and swords (broad*, great, long, short). Barbarians from this era are proficient in all light and
medium armours and shields. By choosing this technology level, you may choose one benefit of your choice from your native region’s benefits menu.