For a look at sort of broad-strokes narrative that might emerge over longterm DramaSystem play, I thought I’d provide you with the following synopses. These cover the first distinct chunk of episodes, analogous to a season of a serialized drama. The system doesn’t impose a particular arc on the group; rather, it provides a framework […]
Some say the world will end in fire, Some say in ice Others say Cthulhu’s wrath, Which would be rather nice – with apologies to Robert Frost To celebrate the recent release of the Apocalypse Machine and the success of the Cthulhu Apocalypse series, Pelgrane Press and Apocalypse Machine author Graham Walmsley offer you a […]
The art for the Dying Earth Revivification Folio continues apace, with this one from Jerome. What do you think?
I don’t know how I missed this rather amusing review of Trail of Cthulhu on I Pants The Dwarf. There’s one other thing that Trail of Cthulhu changed out, and it’s not only a doozy, it’s the game’s saving grace and the number one reason you should try this version. … Each high-level being is […]
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As an example of the sorts of characters you’ll play in Hillfolk, the first DramaSystem game, here’s the roster from the in-house playtest. They are stalwarts of the Horsehead clan, highlands-dwelling raiders at the dawn of the Iron Age. The most important element of any DramaSystem PC are her dramatic poles—the two contradictory emotional impulses […]
Hear me interviewed by Scott “Fowl Sorcerous” Wachter over at RPGamer. I provide the lowdown on Ashen Stars, spill additional beans regarding DramaSystem, and dole out nuggets of GMing wisdom. Put it in your ears!