Tekumel

Patrick Brady

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Tekumel

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

Empire of the Petal Throne Role-Playing Game

by Patrick Brady

Reading Level 6 Moderate (Lvl 3) Ages 13+ Matched

The text is written at a 6th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for teens (ages 13+), and the content has moderate intensity with some emotionally heavy themes.

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About This Book

The clash of swords echoes through the ancient city as shadows stretch under a blood-red sky. You dodge a sudden strike, heart pounding, as unseen enemies close in among towering spires and strange creatures. Just when escape seems impossible, a secret door creaks open—what lies beyond could change everything.

Quick Assessment

Tekumel presents a richly detailed fantasy world blending science fiction elements with complex social structures and vivid lore, suitable for teens aged 13 and up. The narrative involves themes of adventure, conflict, and fantasy role-playing, drawing on the legacy of its creator, a noted Tolkien scholar. Parents should be aware of moderate fantasy violence and intricate world-building that may challenge younger readers.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 3 — Moderate
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

Real stakes and emotional weight. May include sustained danger, loss, or bullying.

Content Flags

Fantasy Violence Mild Peril
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

2/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

3/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
5
Emotional Weight
6
Theme Richness
6
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

240 pages
ISBN
9781894525312
Pages
240
Publisher
Guardians of Order
Published
February 2003
Type
Fiction

Subjects

GamesGamebooksCrosswordsRole Playing & FantasyComics & Graphic Novels