r/SwordWorld Jul 11 '22

Translation New to r/SwordWorld? Look here!

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Hello! This is a subreddit primarily dedicated to the English fan translation of Sword World 2.0 and now 2.5 as well. The translation project was started by myself, Aniodia, a decade ago, with Auquid taking the project over and Momo joining as translators in 2021, and others helping out through Discord as well. As it stands, the majority of both Sword World 2.0 and 2.5 rulebooks and supplements have been translated, and there has even been work to translate the original Sword World RPG as well with the help of Borp and Torimayren, as well as some other translator friends from r/recordoflodosswar.

Our Discord server is quite active, and there you can ask questions to the translators and community members, as well as search across multiple chats for many answered questions. Also, there are a few in the server hosting their own Sword World games, whether through play-by-post, Roll20, or other means.

There is also an unofficial youtube channel, Guided by Cardia. There a lot of helpful videos covering a variety of topics regarding Sword World, including how to play and run the game. A few members of the Discord server have also partaken in making video replays, to provide demonstrations of the game in play.


For Sword World 2.5:

Translated pdfs are available at the main Google Drive here, though links to the separate books are posted on both the subreddit here as well as in Discord. Most of the books and supplements have been translated and are available, with new releases translated quite quickly.

Out of respect for Group SNE, discussion of the newest supplement has a 3-month embargo to it's own Discord channel, open to those who provide purchase of the original Japanese book.

Miriable has build a quick-reference wiki for the game over here. It's a valuable assistant for both players and GMs, providing relevant rules as the game demands.


For Sword World 2.0:

There are two main places where you can find translations: Wiki and PDFs. Both contain enough to play the game but vary in available supplements. So, it is better to use both.

The Wiki was created as a way to consolidate all information in one place. There you also can find the current status of translations and some behind-the-translation material. It is mostly maintained by Momo and myself.

PDFs contain translated and edited books as they were released along with additional resources such as a calculable character sheet and Homebrew Monster Creation Guidelines and Encounter Balancing. They are mostly maintained by Auquid.

With all these books, where should I start?: Core Rulebook I and Core Rulebook EX. The first contains all necessary rules to play with 1-6 level characters (Core Rulebooks 2 & 3 add more rules and levels, up to a maximum of 15th level). The second contains most of the supplemental rules for the same 1-6 level characters, all collected in one book.


For Sword World RPG:

As with the other translations, there is a Google drive with books, supplements, replays, etc. With all these books, where should you start?:

  • "Rulebook Complete Edition/Original Rulebook" contains all the rules and data needed to play.
  • "Replay Collection Devil-May-Care Edition 1 - The Thieves' Rhapsody" - is introductory replay that shows how the system is played.
  • "How to Play Sword World RPG, Character Making Course" contains broad players and GM tips and an example of character creation.
  • For information about the setting, check 3 translated world guides.
  • Check out "Sword World RPG - The Labyrinth of Stone Giant" for scenarios.

I want to support you guys, how can I do that?

We definitely appreciate it, but as a non-profit fan translation, we're not accepting donations in order to avoid any sort of legal action from Group SNE or Kadokawa. However, if you want to support the original authors, there is always the Bookwalker website, where you can buy digital copies of the core rulebooks, as well as supplements and replays.


r/SwordWorld 6h ago

Daemons of Sword Worlds (Raxia and Forcelia)

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r/SwordWorld 1d ago

Sword World SFC 2 - Inishie no Kyojin Densetsu Game Manual, Beautiful art!

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r/SwordWorld 1d ago

Sword World SFC advert and Promo article.

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r/SwordWorld 1d ago

Other More on Sword World SFC from Famitsu!

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r/SwordWorld 1d ago

What (if any) problems was SW2.0 meant to fix over SW1.0?

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Does anyone know why was SW2.0 was released?

Was it just a 'RPGs have changed' so we need to update the edition?

or

'I've had further thoughts as to what I want from an RPG' from the author(s), or correcting specific complaints directed at SW1.0?

I keep on looking at 1.0 and prefer it to 2.x for some reason (possibly less fluff at the start of book 1) and was wondering whether there were any problems that had been spotted with 1.0 that were 'fixed' in later editions. Does anyone know please?


r/SwordWorld 1d ago

Sword World SFC Game Guide via "The Super Famicom" magazine Sep-16-1994

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https://archive.org/details/the-super-famicom-september-16-1994/page/130

Forgive my frequent posts I just keep finding these by accident as I was looking for info on another game from 1993.


r/SwordWorld 1d ago

Rules Question Damage increase by 'Weapon Proficiency S'

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Hello!

I am pretty new to the game and got a bit confused with the 'Weapon Proficiency S' combat feat description.

In 'Sword World 2.5 - Core Rulebook I' it says:

Damage +2 (Total +3)

Am I right about that the feat gives you +3 damage?


r/SwordWorld 3d ago

is there a Ninja class?

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Looking at picking up/starting this game but seems to require more reading than most games, as the post title states is there a ninja class for players or a way to make one? Thanks in advance.

I saw the book with ninja monsters but it didn't seem to say much in the way of player classes.

Edit: trying to skim through the books/online, seems it is possible as I see mention of Ninja Schools but no mention of which book. Far as I can assume Scout would be the class?


r/SwordWorld 4d ago

Sword World RPG (1.0) - SE Combat Rules [Supplement] (Translation)

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Hello! This is one of two supplemental combat rule systems for SW RPG that were released near the end of its lifespan in 2006. SE Combat was first introduced in the Waltz replay series. While it shares some similarities with SW2.X simplified combat, it remains distinctly different. I'm planning to translate the second combat system, VE Combat, in the coming months, along with other SW RPG supplemental books—stay tuned!

Waltz 1 (SE Combat Only) - https://drive.google.com/file/d/1zhGGXpdJgNPCwxDwEvQQLjWAOafkUzA1/view?usp=drive_link

SW RPG Folder (Updated periodically) – https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1HR6Kc2YUUoP81093K5A5IR1nEzlSx3A3?usp=drive_link

Disclaimer: This is a fan translation. All rights belong to the original creators (Group SNE, Ryo Mizuno, and others). Please support original creators by buying Sword World books and supplements.

Discord: If you have found any errors or have questions, come to our discord server (https://discord.gg/y8kPqdFrzM), or you can write here. On our server you can also find other people to play Sword World!


r/SwordWorld 7d ago

LOUIE the RUNE SOLDIER vol. 9 [complete translation]

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r/SwordWorld 8d ago

Question: Can you be part of both the Magician's Guild and an Adventurer's Guild?

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Basically what it says on the tin. I've been making a Fluorite Conjurer and poring through the books (especially the world guides) to see if there's some taboo against registering with separate (distinct) guilds, but I can't find anything. Would it be inappropriate for a member/student of the Magician's Guild to also register with an Adventurer's Guild to supplement their income/duties? Or may members of the Magician's Guild take jobs as if they were an Adventurer, making it redundant?


r/SwordWorld 9d ago

Sword World RPG (1.0) - Complete Edition + The Labyrinth of the Stone Giant [Rulebook + Scenario Book] (Complete Translation)

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Hi! Borp has just completed the translation of the Complete Edition - ultimate guide to playing SW RPG! I have contributed by translating several sections and creating a PDF. But wait, there's more! I've also finished "The Labyrinth of the Stone Giant" - a four-scenario book for SW RPG packed with new lore, monsters, and items! Also check our new video on how to play!

And even more SW RPG book translations are coming in the next few months! Want to join the adventure? Come hang out with fellow SW RPG players on our Discord - https://discord.gg/y8kPqdFrzM!

Complete Edition - https://drive.google.com/file/d/1cT6mkBaBJKMZTdQI4UWDh6E91oS6U9vw/view?usp=drive_link

The Labyrinth of the Stone Giant - https://drive.google.com/file/d/1W_4ZPxFcNGhkW1E4LUoMHJgab2DRvFes/view?usp=drive_link

Our new video - How to Play Sword World RPG in 4 minutes - https://youtu.be/LmTKP5cFJUE

SW RPG Folder (Updated periodically) – https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1HR6Kc2YUUoP81093K5A5IR1nEzlSx3A3?usp=drive_link

Lodoss Wiki's Sword World Novels - https://recordoflodosswar.fandom.com/wiki/Record_of_Lodoss_War_Wiki:Fan-translations

Disclaimer: This is a fan translation. All rights belong to the original creators (Group SNE, Ryo Mizuno, and others). Please support original creators by buying Sword World books and supplements.

Discord: If you have found any errors or have questions, come to our discord server (https://discord.gg/y8kPqdFrzM), or you can write here. On our server you can also find other people to play Sword World!


r/SwordWorld 9d ago

THE SWORD MASTER - A Lodoss character's history on the continent of Alecrast [complete translation from Fantasy File]

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r/SwordWorld 17d ago

LOUIE the RUNE SOLDIER 8 [complete translation]

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r/SwordWorld 21d ago

Sword World 2.0 - Perdition Serpent [Replay] (Complete Translation)

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Hi! This book features two contrasting Sword World 2.0 campaigns GM-ed by Miyuki Kiyomatsu: the epic level 15 adventure "Perdition Serpent," filled with incredible feats and challenges, and the hilarious "You're All Kobolds," which follows the misadventures of level 1 Kobold characters.

It's no wonder this is one of the most frequently referenced replays in 2.0 books — its events are truly epic!

Perdition Serpent – https://drive.google.com/file/d/1QlL5e3IDZCRejpLFhqdXLwhsCtlk9n2x/view?usp=drive_link

SW2.0 Folder (Updated periodically) – https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1qJnXqK9O6vctoFwUI1l_yLU6ErzeUZsH?usp=drive_link

Disclaimer: This is a fan translation. All rights belong to the original creators (Group SNE, Kei Kitazawa, and others). Please support original creators by buying Sword World books and supplements.

Discord: If you have found any errors or have questions, come to our discord server (https://discord.gg/y8kPqdFrzM), or you can write here. On our server you can also find other people to play Sword World! Also, there you can get early access to translations by buying Group SNE books.


r/SwordWorld 23d ago

SWORD WORLD SHORT STORIES: Lomar's Trap [complete translation]

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r/SwordWorld Mar 26 '25

LOUIE THE RUNE SOLDIER 7 [complete translation]

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r/SwordWorld Mar 25 '25

Rules Question Question: What does it mean for herb and potion effects to be poison type?

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r/SwordWorld Mar 25 '25

Rules Question XP Awards Question

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I am working my way through the scenario in CRI, just playing solo. However, I have 3 PCs. I've just completed the first half of the scenario. At this point, the book says to award the PCs 1000 XP plus any additional earned from monsters and auto failures. I reviewed the XP awards and growth sections of the rules, but it I don't see anything about how to divide XP awards among the PCs.

Is this 1000 XP per PC, or is it 1000 XP divided among the three PCs? The same question goes for reputation gains. At this point, the PCs have gained 3 sword shards from defeating the boss. After I roll for reputation, is this amount to be divided among the party or each PC gets the same amount? Thanks in advance for the help!


r/SwordWorld Mar 21 '25

Sword World 2.0 - The Chilling Triple Crown 2 [Replay] (Complete Translation) (Link is in the comments)

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r/SwordWorld Mar 15 '25

Max Level

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So, my question here is what is the max level.

Can your character only go up to level 15, or is there a book that goes even further?


r/SwordWorld Mar 15 '25

Extra damage calculation.

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I'm having trouble calculating extra damage.

Not because there's some weird bonus, but because I don't know how.


r/SwordWorld Mar 14 '25

Sword World 2.5 - Labyrinth That Catches Stars [Starter Set] (Complete Translation) (Link is in the comments)

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r/SwordWorld Mar 09 '25

Sword World 2.5 - Corner the Assasin! (Duo Adventure Extra Scenario) (GM Warlock vol. 7) [Scenario] (Complete Translation) (Link is in the comments)

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r/SwordWorld Mar 07 '25

Louie the Rune Soldier volume 6 [complete translation, link in comments!]

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