Good time to point out that Neptune isn't actually where it's "supposed" to be?
The bottom line is that unless you are doing something that totally flies in the face of basic physics, getting creative is fine. It also doesn't hurt to do a bit of research and if you are so inclined, visit your local astronomy buff/expert/professor that runs the local observatory at a natural history museum or university for a reality check. I did that back when I was doing all my research on the M-type white dwarfs that Traveller's star system generation table popped out (and no, they still don't belong). Aside from being pleasantly surprised that someone else actually takes an interest in the subject, you'll get to see some cool stuff.
On Wednesday, March 29, 2017 10:21 PM, " [Traveller_TNE]" <> wrote:
Hmmm... reality is more amazing than fiction and we've just proven it with the Traveller system gen rules and the Trappist system :)
I'd say stick with the sysgen rules as is but feel far freer to move things around as needed. You can always hand wave that nature keep throwing up surprises! Or just expand the LZ for the little stars.
And no Dave, we don't hate you over here :)
Matt
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On Wednesday, March 29, 2017 10:21 PM, " [Traveller_TNE]" <> wrote:
Hmmm... reality is more amazing than fiction and we've just proven it with the Traveller system gen rules and the Trappist system :)
I'd say stick with the sysgen rules as is but feel far freer to move things around as needed. You can always hand wave that nature keep throwing up surprises! Or just expand the LZ for the little stars.
And no Dave, we don't hate you over here :)
Matt
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