Designing an aquatic setting (Part 1, PC races)

[Aeolius]

That looks interesting, but it also looks as though I'd have to pay for it, which I can't afford unfortunately.

I really enjoy creating settings and worlds for things anyways though, and I find I'm generally more comfortable using worlds I've created as a setting than I am using someone else's setting. Doing it this way is a lot of work, but I'm looking forward to the eventual completion of my project.

The PDF of Cerulean Seas is $19.95, which for the amount of information presented is quite a bargain - never mind the absolutely stunning illustrations. If you are familiar with "The Deep" by Mystic Eye Games, Cerulean Seas has a similar feel to it.

While on the topic of worthwhile investments for an undersea adventure, I always recommend Discovery's Blue Planet series ($14.99 on iTunes / $39.99 at Discovery), and DK Publishing's [ame="http://www.amazon.com/Ocean-American-Museum-Natural-History/dp/0756636922/ref=pd_sim_b_2"]OCEAN[/ame] ($18.45 at Amazon).

Though, if you're on a budget, I'd recommend the Monterey Bay Aquarium website. Their webcams are simply mesmerizing.

 

[SnowleopardVK]

You underestimate just how much of a budget I'm on... >_>

 

[Aeolius]

You underestimate just how much of a budget I'm on... >_>

No worries. There are plenty of free sources of inspiration, for undersea endeavors. I often peruse these sites, in addition to NatGeo and Discovery:

UnderwaterTimes.com | news of the underwater world
Deep-Sea News
Aquarium Fish: Tropical Freshwater Fish and Saltwater Fish for Home Aquariums

And of course your local public aquarium or pet store with a saltwater fish section can be a great place to spend some time watching the water.