Play this witchy, sci-fantasy solo-TTRPG!
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“There’s one catch. The ship has some… less-than-legal tech.”
“That’s a pretty big catch.”
“And it runs on blood, or souls… I don’t know, it’s a bit temperamental. Listen, it’ll take you anywhere you need to go, and we need to be everywhere. There’s no other way to do this.”
“It’s a phylactery engine then? No one in their right mind is going to crew a ship that has one of those whispering in their ears.”
“We found people who might, and they're mostly in their right mind. It’s up to you to seal the deal though, or the pact, I guess.”
“You’re hilarious.”
“And you’re a natural leader. We know about your past... even the pieces you tried to bury. But we also know what you're capable of. If you really want a chance at a new life, and to do some good at the same time, this is it. Are you in, or not?”
“...I’m in.”
Sci-fantasy with Mass Effect Vibes.
One of the reasons I love Mass Effect, is that the player is the lynchpin around which everyone else finds stability. You build a team of memorable characters, and then earn their loyalty by helping them conquer their own ordeals. It's all incredibly compelling.
Gossamer Frontier pulls directly from that dynamic.
Whether you're more of a Commander Shepard or a Han Solo type of leader is up to you, but in every case, you'll assemble a roster of crewmates with their own stories, quirks, and motivations, and help them banish the shades of their past, all while dealing with existential threats plaguing the galaxy.
What's a Solo-TTRPG?
When you sit down with Gossamer Frontier, you'll need a couple of six-sided dice, and some pen and paper. The guidebook gives you a set of rules and instructions, and will prompt you with "scenes".
These scenes are half structure, half imagination. You'll overcome challenges posed by the book, get to know your crew through multi-choice dialogue, and record the story as you go. Limited resources and dice rolls keep the world surprising, unpredictable, and make the results of your actions feel earned.
About the Author
Hey there, I'm Michael Henderson, better known as Wrel by most folks. I'm the solo author, designer, and jack-of-all-trades on this project, and Distal, which was my first project on Backerkit! Making amazing things to share with others is my lifeblood.
You can find me at the following places:
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@wrelplays
BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/wrelplays.bsky.social
Feel free to reach out!
