I thought I'd jump right into things with a few NPC's from my all-time favorite roleplaying game, Firefly Roleplaying, published by Margaret Weis Productions.
This is a write-up of Ott's crew from the Serenity: Those Left Behind graphic novel.
Ott is the only member of the gang who is actually mentioned by name in the story, and there isn't any mention or depiction of Ott's ship anywhere, so when I provide these details it's really just conjecture on my part. The graphic novel confirms that Ott at least knows Badger, and it implies that Ott does jobs for him from time to time, but that's about it. All we really know about Ott's crew from the graphic novel is that they're a slippery, treacherous, backstabbing gang of thugs. There may be other members of the gang who weren't depicted in the graphic novel, but these four GMC's should at least form the nucleus of a tough rival crew for your series.
Utai Ott, Medium Major GMC
Attributes
Mental D8
Physical D8
Social D8
Skills
Drive D6
Fight D10
Focus D6
Influence D10 (Intimidate)
Shoot D6 (Handguns)
Sneak D8
Survive D6 (Slums)
Trick D10
Distinctions
Scum D8
It's a dog-eat-dog 'Verse. And I'm the big bad wolf.
[*]Gain 1 Plot Point when you roll a D4 instead of a D8.
[*]Kick 'em when they're down. Before turning on an ally or associate, spend 1 PP to double their biggest Complication or step down their biggest Asset.
Triad Affiliate D8
The bosses don't own me, but they don't owe me, either. Our relationship is based solely upon whatever value I'm able to bring to their organization.
[*]Gain 1 Plot Point when you roll a D4 instead of a D8.
[*]Top earner. Create or step up a D6 Asset representing influence with Triad bosses whenever you pay a significant cash tribute directly to them. Step this Asset down every time it's included in a dice pool.
[*]Gang tattoos. When you expose your gang markings in an effort to intimidate others, spend 1 PP to double Influence for the roll.
Not to be crossed. D8
Just so we're clear: if you cross me, I will end you.
[*]Gain 1 Plot Point when you roll a D4 instead of a D8.
Signature Asset: Nickle-plated McBride & Sons Hand Cannon D8
Ott is a street hoodlum with Triad ties. His face is tattooed with Chinese characters.
"A.B.C." AdaBell Clackett, Medium Major GMC
Attributes
Mental D8
Physical D6
Social D10
Skills
Fight D6
Fly D8
Influence D10 (Flirt)
Move D8
Notice D8
Perform D6
Shoot D10 (Heavy Weapons)
Trick D8
Distinctions
Dead Eye D8
You're cool under fire and a keen shot.
[*]Gain 1 Plot Point when you roll a D4 instead of a D8.
[*]Take aim. Step back Move until the end of the scene to create a In My Crosshairs D8 Asset.
Alluring D8
You're easy on the eyes and cunning enough to use those looks to your advantage.
[*]Gain 1 Plot Point when you roll a D4 instead of a D8.
[*]Turn heads. When you're using your good looks as a distraction to help an ally, spend 1 PP to give that ally a die equal to your Influence die rating for the ally's next action.
Gunslinger. D8
Draw!
[*]Gain 1 Plot Point when you roll a D4 instead of a D8.
[*]Not my first shootout. Spend 1 PP to step up or double your Move or Shoot when you're outnumbered.
Signature Asset: Conciliator Quad-Barreled Chain Gun D10
ABC is Ott's second-in command and is the only member of the crew who questions Ott's orders, something that she can get away with because of her charm, good looks, and piloting sklill. She packs a ginormously huge chain-gun of some sort.
Renfield, Light Major GMC
Attributes
Mental D6
Physical D8
Social D4
Skills
Fight D12 (Knives)
Focus D6
Influence D6
Labor D6
Notice D6
Shoot D6
Survive D6
Throw D10 (Knives)
Distinctions
Knife Fighter D8
Hold a knife one way, cuts through an onion for dinner. Hold it another way, cuts through someone's throat for upsetting you.
[*]Gain 1 Plot Point when you roll a D4 instead of a D8.
[*]Deep cut. Spend 1 PP to step up a Complication you inflicted with your blade.
Leaky brainpan. D8
Folks say you ain't quite right in the head.
[*]Gain 1 Plot Point when you roll a D4 instead of a D8.
Bad Reputation D8
Folks whisper your name when they see you coming. And hope you leave as soon as possible.
[*]Gain 1 Plot Point when you roll a D4 instead of a D8.
[*]Don't get him riled. Step back your Notice die to step up your Fight die for the scene.
Signature Asset: Bandoleer of blades D6
Renfield is a ghoulishly pale, knife-fighting misfit who enjoys inflicting pain upon others.
Tiny, Light Major GMC
Attributes
Mental D6
Physical D10
Social D6
Skills
Fight D10 (Grappling)
Focus D8
Labor D6
Notice D8
Shoot D6
Sneak D6
Survive D6
Distinctions
Mute D8
You never had much use for words anyway.
[*]Gain 1 Plot Point when you roll a D4 instead of a D8.
Steady. D8
It takes a lot to throw you off-balance.
[*]Gain 1 Plot Point when you roll a D4 instead of a D8.
[*]Got it all in one. Spend 1 PP to roll your Focus and add it to your total.
Giant D8
You are the brute squad!
[*]Gain 1 Plot Point when you roll a D4 instead of a D8.
[*]Don't know my own strength. Spend 1 PP to double the largest die in any pool you put together to attempt a feat of raw strength.
Signature Asset: Stump gun D6
Tiny is a hulking, muscle-bound brute. He doesn't talk much... in fact, he doesn't talk at all.
Legitimate Enterprise
Attributes and Skills: Engines D6, Hull D12, Systems D6, Crew D6
Distinctions
Baumstark-Class Bulk Freighter D8
When you have a whole lotta cargo to move but don't much care how long it takes to get there, this is the ship you want. It's ugly. It's slow. But it can take a beatin'. Its spacious cargo bay can be divided into compartments, keeping contents-- and nosy intruders-- safe and separate.
[*]Gain 1 Plot Point when you roll a D4 instead of a D8.
Hand me down. D8
Your ship has changed hands a lot. Who knows what kinds of secrets it holds, or what annoying problems it'll give you.
[*]Gain 1 Plot Point when you roll a D4 instead of a D8.
[*]I didn't know it could do that! Step back any of your ship's Attributes for the rest of the scene to step up any of your ship's other Attributes for one Action.
Armed and dangerous. D8
When you're being attacked by pirates out in the black, the only ship you can count on is you. And if some sommbitch tries to bite you, well... you can bite back, too.
[*]Gain 1 Plot Point when you roll a D4 instead of a D8.
[*]Ya'll are outgunned. Spend 1 PP to double Systems when fighting a ship that lacks your firepower.
Laser Cannons D8
Reinforced Armor D8
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