Description (Healing Blade Lore) Aztreonam is a member of the Beta Lactam Clan, and like others in the family, Aztreonam can take down a range of Lords. She is often sent into battle when the use of her great father Penicillin and his relatives risk more harm to the land than their protective efforts can [...]
18
Dec
2011
Apothecary Profile — Cefazolin
Description (Healing Blade Lore) Cefazolin is one of the mighty patriarchs of the Cephalosporin family. He was once a great warrior, defeating the likes of Staphylococcus and Streptococcus Lords with ease, but many of these beastly threats have evolved to avoid Cefazolin’s predictable attack. But the legendary Apothecary is not retired yet. He is still [...]
15
Dec
2009
Healing Blade Print Ad 1
We just wanted to share with you some of the awesome print ads done up by the folks at Light Image Studios. We were really trying to capture a strong D&D feel, and think that Kenan and company really nailed it. Thanks fellas! Stay tuned for more Healing Blade news, as well as our super [...]
02
Dec
2009
Chloramphenicol: THB Apothecary Profile
Old warriors from years ago who are not as powerful as those of newer generations. Yet, they still have some fight left in them. It is rumored that they once had a connection to the agents of Pestilence, although no-one is really brave enough to make that allegation out in the open. This sullen brute [...]
10
Sep
2009
Introducing: Bacillus Cereus
Working up to the launch of our ‘Healing Blade’ game, we’ve decided to start showcasing some of the bestiary that you as the Apothecary will battling with. Up first is B. Cereus. This foul basilisk is primarily a cave dweller, existing opportunistically on passing adventurers. Its carapace secretes a waxy toxin that upon release causes [...]
19
Aug
2009
THB: Staph Aureus Takes Shape
Sometimes a picture is very much worth a thousand blog posts. I am pleased to report that we are now working with a team of artists that are dedicated to breathing life into our creature concepts via nothing short of spectacular artwork. Ladies and germs (sic) – the journey has begun. In parallel to the [...]
20
Jun
2009
The Healing Blade
For those of you who met us at the last AMSA conference in DC, you might have heard bits and pieces of a medical card game rumor. Well, let it be known that the rumor is indeed true. We here at Nerdcore Learning are developing the first microbiology-based strategy card game. Yes, if you can [...]