BESM, the time-honored anime roleplaying game, is now coming into its fourth edition with a new core rulebook, which was originally announced last year as part of a licensing deal (see "'Big Eyes, Small Mouth' RPG Returns"). This book contains everything players need to get started on creating their anime and manga characters for play. It will come in the form of a hefty 352 full-color hardcover featuring over 100 illustrations. BESM will have durable a Smyth-sewn binding that allows the book to lay flat and makes it more sturdy.
Big Eyes, Small Mouth 4E: Core Book is for three to six players, ages 12 and up, and will retail for $59.99.
Alongside the new edition, Japanime will also release BESM Naked, which will be a stripped down version of the game for quick play. This gateway product will retail at $34.95. There will also be a GM Screen and Adventure for $19.95, a Character Folio for $9.95, and BESM Dice for $14.95.