Random Planet Generator

By Jeff Grubb and Thomas M. Reid

© LFL

Ever need to whip up a planet on the spur of the moment? Perhaps your game is starting in half an hour, and the heroes will be visiting some new locales. With this Random Planet Generator, Star Wars Gamemasters can create the basic seeds for literally thousands of planets with one click of the mouse. This handy program uses a number of preset variables to develop a planet's type, size, terrain, and special features in seconds.

You may need to adjust the wording of the result slightly to use it as a springboard to flesh out a more detailed planet. For instance, you might need to add specific indigenous lifeforms based on the suggestions from the generator, or determine whether the Republic, Empire, Rebellion, or New Republic holds sway there, depending on your Era of Play. But the generator can lay the foundations for your own creative genius.

Remember -- this is a random generation program, so it can create some unusual combinations from time to time. However, with a little thought, you can convert such oddities into useful adventure seeds. And if you don't like the idea that comes up, click the generator again. You'll soon come up with a great concept for the heroes' next port of call!

Special thanks to the rest of the Star Wars team.

GENERATE PLANET

And for those interplanetary jaunts, no GM should be without the new
Gamemaster Screen, featuring a giant battle mat!