The Ultimate Toolbox from Alderac Entertainment Group. Initially released back in 2009 this hefty tome of 400 pages, or lengthy pdf whichever you prefer, is a bit daunting just in the general size. But don't let that fool you it is properly divided up with a nicely done table of contents so you can find just what you need.
First off what this is. It's a collection of over one thousand charts for you to roll on, all them done one to twenty. With seven sections; Character, World, Civilization, Maritime, Dungeon, Magic and Plot all set up. Just flip to the chapter you need. There is no game mechanics present on any of it that I noticed, if there is it's very small and well hidden. So this makes it rather useful for any fantasy setting that you may want to flesh out or add some flavor to.
What it isn't. This book does not do all the work for you. It will give you plenty of ideas, some names and a groundwork to build on. But don't go in expecting to make a full world out of what you roll up. Just the framework folks, just the framework.
I would recommend this for anyone who runs their own fantasy setting, or plans to, and they need something to spurn their imagination. Because players never go where you intend for them to there is always a time when you will suddenly have to start popping out info on things you don't have ready. So pull this out, find the section you need, a couple of quick rolls and then off you go. Or even when you are planning out an adventure and the ideas aren't flowing like they should.
The sticking point here is the price. A print copy can cost a pretty good penny when you go looking, sometimes hitting well over a hundred bucks. The pdf is not a super bargain either at 29.95 coming in at roughly 7 cents a page. So not great but not to bad either. You can pick it up on DrivethruRPG here.
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