I made a solo rpg that just needs a notebook, pencil, and 1d6 : rpgcreation@ttrpg.network

I made a solo rpg that just needs a notebook, pencil, and 1d6 (aldinthemage.itch.io)

submitted 1 year ago by AldinTheMage@ttrpg.network to c/rpgcreation@ttrpg.network

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I started working on a solo notebook RPG after getting sucked into GnollHack on my phone ruined my progress on reducing screen time (also RIP Grindor, level 19 elf ranger, killed by Scorpius due to me not understanding illness mechanics😭).

I wanted something on paper that has a similar vibe (though this has nowhere near the depth). Just fighting monsters, exploring infinite dungeons, collecting loot and learning spells.

I have never written an RPG system before, but it was fun! I'm still finishing up development and making tweaks as I play, but it's finished enough to play test!

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[–] spittingimage@lemmy.world 2 points 1 year ago (1 child)

Looks like a fun game. Humans draw the short straw in terms of starting ability though, don't we?

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[–] AldinTheMage@ttrpg.network [S] 3 points 1 year ago

Yes I was just thinking a few minutes ago (after my Dwarf Warrior's untimely demise) that I should try human again next, and really there isn't a situation where they are better. I think I should update it to +1 attribute and +1 skill, so they don't get modifier bonuses that boost them long term, but start slightly farther along than other races.

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[–] realmkithq@ttrpg.network 0 points 5 months ago (1 child)

This is a really charming concept — solo RPGs with minimal components are such an underrated niche. The notebook-and-pencil constraint is actually a great design challenge. Good luck with the playtesting! Curious how the spellcasting system develops.

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[–] AldinTheMage@ttrpg.network [S] 1 point 4 months ago

Thanks! I've been playing it when I have the time, and spellcasting is definitely one of the areas I'm working on. I have some re-works planned that I will get added soon :)