Rules and Game Systems
Official Rules
Information on the major official roleplaying game systems based on the world of Tékumel, 1975 to the present.
These products are all available for purchase from Tita’s House of Games. Occasionally out of print items become available on eBay.
Tékumel: Empire of the Petal Throne
It’s finally available, the brand new games system published by Guardians of Order
Tékumel: Empire of the Petal Throne. More »
Mitlanyál
While not a game system, this comprehensive two volume sourcebook about the religions of Tékumel is an essential part of any fan’s collection. More »
Gardásiyal: Deeds of Glory
An earlier published game system, designed by M.A.R. Barker and Neil R. Cauley. More »
Swords and Glory
Swords and Glory was the second game system, published by Gamescience last decade and now only available through used game stores. More »
Empire of the Petal Throne
This is the original Tékumel rules set, written by M.A.R. Barker and published first by TSR and later reprinted by Different Worlds. The rules are very primitive and have a rather Dungeons & Dragons-like flavor, but the artwork and atmosphere are excellent. Copies of the Different Worlds edition are still available. More »