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Yakuza HQ (Patreon)

Published:

2022-01-31 07:27:52

Edited:

2022-01-31 13:56:59

Imported:

2022-02

Content

Battle map dimensions - [11 x 13] squares

Image size - 1540 x 1820 px (140 DPI)

Hey there everyone. It’s time for another cyberpunk encounter map! This month, we have the “Yakuza HQ” - a gangster mob den situated in Chinatown (or Japan-town, depending on setting and narrative) and is connected to the Street: Combat Zone battle map I released earlier this month. Shoutout to Patreon supporter “Sketchy” for suggesting this map idea.

I managed to pack a bunch of intricate details into this map again - I can’t help myself but hey, if the art tells some sort of story then all the extra effort would have been worth it. This map pack comes in 3 flavors. So let’s talk about the map variants a little.

Variants

Yakuza HQ (base map)

The Yakuza HQ has an underground nightclub-like vibe and resides somewhere in Chinatown. Besides a scenario where your players might be paying a visit to the gangster mob, this encounter map is also perfect for use as a safe house or your players’ headquarters, assuming that they have commandeered the place.

The space comes equipped with an inset lounging area, bar/kitchenette, ceremonial altar, and a gaming area fitted with a pool table and a “Go” board.

There is also a weapons modification and repair desk towards the south-west corner of the room. A wall safe and a locked steel gun cabinet that sit adjacent to it.

"Oyabun"

The Japanese word “Oyabun” describes the boss of a Yakuza clan. “Kobun” are the apprentices or lower level henchmen.

This map sets the stage for an important meeting going on in the next room behind the traditional Japanese screen doors. Perhaps the big boss is having an important business meeting while the henchmen entertain themselves outside.

I’ve also included a variant tile that describes a “Yubitsume” - a finger shortening ritual that is most of you would associate with the Yakuza. You should get your players to witness this ritual first hand. Have fun with this one!

Illicit Activities

This variant changes the narrative and turns the whole HQ space into an underground gambling den, with Mahjong tables replacing the pool table and stacks of cash (and a cash counting machine) on the bar table.

I'd like to give a shoutout to the following patrons for dropping their awesome ideas for this map on Discord:

A-wiz, Hyriu33, The Sinster Storyteller, Kira Tsunayoshi, Amonkeywithafez, Cordayne and Sketchy. Thank you!

That’s all for now folks! Let me know how you like this map and how you’ll be using it in your TTRPG sessions!

~ Frag

* My Patreon supporters help fund my monthly map drawing efforts. If you'd like to help out too, head over and support with what you can. I would appreciate it immensely.