The Rucker-class Merchant is here!  It is now available as a PDF on Drive-thru RPG and as a PDF or softcover preorder at the Independence Games webstore.  This book is 20 pages longer than the previous version and includes a new version of the ship, the Rucker Model 12 (An updated version of the Rucker.  See below for more on the variants).

Please keep in mind that this is the Clement Sector third edition update of Ships of Clement Sector 16: Rucker-class Merchant.  Unlike some other companies, we don't think it's moral to ask you to pay for an update to an existing product.  So if you purchased SOCS 17: Rucker-class Merchant already, you should currently have the new version in your DTRPG library or have gotten a notification from our webstore to download the new version.

However, if you don't already own a copy of this, now is the perfect time to get aboard!

Also, keep in mind that if you preorder the softcover version from the IG Webstore, you will get the PDF immediately on preorder.

IG Webstore (PDF Only):  https://independencerpgs.com/collections/new/products/ships-of-clement-sector-16-rucker-class-merchant

DTRPG (PDF Only):  https://www.drivethrurpg.com/en/product/199300/rucker-class-merchant?affiliate_id=7330

IG Webstore (Softcover Preorder):  https://independencerpgs.com/collections/new/products/rucker-class-merchant-softcover

The most popular ship in Clement Sector!

This book, written by our starship guru, Michael Johnson, covers the Rucker-class merchant vessel which is the most commonly found ship in Clement Sector.  Building on the information found in Clement Sector Third Edition, this book lovingly details this mainstay of Clement Sector's shipping lanes.

Commonly called "Odd Job", the ship is renowned for its reliability and easy customization.  While the Rucker's most common role is being the favored vessel of independent merchants, the ship has been used for everything from a cargo hauler to a music stage to a system defense vessel.  All in a day's work for the "Odd Job".

Within these pages, you will find the standard Rucker as well as these popular variants:

Passenger Variant - A Rucker modified with comfort of passengers in mind.  Replacing cargo space with luxury!

Cargo Variant - Used by merchants who would rather sacrifice passenger space for more cargo.  No pesky transiters!

Casino Variant - An opulent modification allowing for a traveling gambling experience for high rollers!

System Defense - For the less wealthy system, the Rucker system defense variant can be the perfect answer.  Modified to be armed with a particle beam barbette, this ship can strike fear into marauders and pirates!

Missile Boat - Modified to hold a missile bay in the bow of the ship, this variant can pack a mighty punch against those who would attack shipping in your system!

The Model 12 - The most recent version of the Rucker updated with the most modern technology.

Rucker-class Merchant comes complete with beautiful views of the ship by expert starship artist, Ian Stead.  The Rucker is presented with full deckplans and statistics to make your use of our product simple, easy, and fun. In addition, the ship comes with a set of adventure hooks to get your characters right into the action as well as fiction written by Bradley Warnes.

Get on board!  Adventure awaits!