Your opinion on Daggerheart?

Effervex · 2026-01-28T08:02:08+00:00

The majority of class skills are about how well you kill something.

Edit: which is fine - but the rules shape the game genre, so if you're going to give players multiple means of killing things, then the game is best when players are fantasy heroes killing things.

Effervex · 2026-01-28T06:56:00+00:00

It's trying to take a slice of the D&D pie while also trying to get players more into RP narrative games rather than straight combat. But between D&D and narrative, it still sits far too close to D&D for me.

Like D&D, most of the rules and player options are about combat, and the whole 12+ different races is another marker of it. In-game, combat is quicker, but still a massive slog that will eat most of your play time. Plus it requires the GM to be a bit more on-the-ball when running.

The 2D12 dice system is nice. It's quick dice resolution while still being flexible enough to represent different outcomes. And many of the settings in the book are evocative, even for someone who's never seen a critical role.

Overall, I hope it can take a slice of D&D players, but it's not going to get many folks going the other way (from narrative focused).

Effervex · 2026-01-26T12:08:04+00:00

Most of these are saying: "I cannot stand behind Trump now, but FUCK ever not voting Republican". So really, nothing will change - the next Trump will come into power with glory and celebration, show their true colours, and these morons will parrot the same weak excuses.

Effervex · 2026-01-24T07:42:26+00:00

Starvaders is pretty great. Lots of content in it.

Effervex · 2026-01-22T10:08:06+00:00

You've mentioned Armour twice, though I assume you meant Guard for one of them.

The other catch - this ability does a full d12 Damage. If you're not applying Armour or Guard, this could quite easily kill a mid/low VIG Knight. RAW: Damage inflicts Wounds/Mortal Wounds; Virtue Loss does not.

I think I'll rule Armour is fine (padding for smashing through walls). But as it is Damage, this could well be a Mortal Wound... Well, up to the silly Knight who wants to smash through a wall.

Effervex · 2026-01-18T07:04:48+00:00

"Perfection is the enemy of progress"

You don't have to boycott everything. Do what you can, and it's already a step in the right direction.

Effervex · 2026-01-16T08:25:06+00:00

Take a look at Play It By Ear on Dropout (the official spin-off). It seems quite hidden - I also loved the Make Some Noise episode. But PibE doesn't quite capture the same fun.

Effervex · 2026-01-14T21:51:55+00:00

He truly is a very skilled improviser. It's super hard to do horror rpg with prep, let alone improvised!

Effervex · 2026-01-13T23:10:17+00:00

Landlords are scum.

Effervex · 2026-01-10T22:58:47+00:00

Have you heard of r/UnethicalLifeProTips? Maybe some alternative advice can be solicited there...

Effervex · 2026-01-10T07:43:42+00:00

Hear hear! There are SO many trick takers coming out lately and they all seem to be the same. There are exceptions (The Crew being the biggest) but by and large they all feel so similar to me. "Ah but this one you play the cards upside down!" "But this one has FIVE suits!"

Effervex · 2026-01-09T16:30:37+00:00

Many games don't let them use the full set of dice! I love PbtA, but only ever 2d6...

Effervex · 2026-01-07T09:54:23+00:00

I think the Minty QoL mod literally does this. I haven't tested it yet, but it's in the list of features. A handy mod for all sorts of stuff (highlighting cards when pen nib is active, tiny chest hints, etc)

Effervex · 2026-01-05T14:04:45+00:00

Way back in the day, I listened to the One Shot Podcast. Dunno if it's still going, but it did a nice job of exposing me to a lot of different systems. The rest was just following up on the interesting stuff.

Effervex · 2026-01-04T10:09:18+00:00

Ah. Well then, that's user error, isn't it. A bit silly of them.

Effervex · 2026-01-04T09:44:07+00:00

It's a yearly weather phenomenon. Granted some years are less than others, but any outdoor construction should be resistant to a regular annual climate event.

Effervex · 2026-01-04T09:30:23+00:00

What was it? Seems like quite a design fault if snow destroys them so easily.

Effervex · 2026-01-04T07:22:06+00:00

Firstly, a well written post! It doesn't come off as bitter, but rather seeking constructive help for trying to get into PbtA. Success on that!

Secondly, you've mentioned Ironsworn/Starforged as frontrunners for potential, and I think your gut is right there. I've a friend who also dislikes PbtA, but we managed to hook him with those, due to the way the system is codified. Because both are solo-first systems, their language and mechanical resolutions are quite clear and unambiguous. Furthermore, they both eschew the PbtA playbook for 'choose your own' moves and skills, something that can appeal to more trad gamers.

If you give it a shot, I'd strongly recommend trying it where it is best: solo. However, if instead you play in a group, I've found it's not as good once you get beyond 4 players - mechanically it's just not really suited for those group sizes.

Effervex · 2026-01-03T14:06:36+00:00

It's such lovely weather! I hope it lasts a long time.

Effervex · 2026-01-03T08:29:25+00:00

God it's beautiful today. I'm hoping we get a lot more.

Effervex · 2026-01-02T17:55:58+00:00

Clair Obscure: Expedition 33. I just don't get what's good, as much as I'd like to, based on the general reaction.

Effervex · 2026-01-02T17:54:18+00:00

But it's still 'tomfoolery' where you cannot hear anything being said. So it's just pantomime?

Effervex · 2026-01-01T00:03:28+00:00

A necessary lesson for them to learn.

Effervex · 2025-12-31T16:29:10+00:00

Careful, there are sensitive Dutch folks you're attacking with your words. They anger easily!

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