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I had this reaction initially too. But I think there are levels to it—

Taking something to its extreme— porn actor becoming a literal totem, a plastic Venus of Willendorf— feels like it articulates/clarifies the dynamics in a way that subversion would not.

The work triples down in the last line: "Captured, those mediating access would wield immense power." Is this not a porn producer with an exclusive contract with a "star"?

It is super messy to tackle any of these topics as a writer, especially while maintaining such an open tone. Basically, the works trusts the reader to think "this is fucked up" without the work ever saying "this is fucked up".  Reminds me of Blood Meridian. You could walk away from that book thinking McCarthy is OK with genocide. He is brave enough to let you think that.

Glad it was a a good experience, a1s! Ypsilon was a big inspiration. I tried to build on DG's work while making it as approachable as possible for new Wardens (i.e. me).

You're welcome, Michael!

Fixed 👍

CallMeArty, thanks for catching my mistake! I’ll get the Player Map updated. If you’ve got any other constructive feedback like this, I’d really value it. And thanks for the kind words too!

A portable, travel-ready game was the intention— particularly with the paper dice. I hope you find it so, and your long train journey inspires you.

Thanks for saying so!

Looks amazing. Just bought a physical copy. If anyone else is looking, here’s the link: https://tidalwavegames.bigcartel.com/product/the-ruins-of-castle-gygar

Glad it's helpful!

Great recap!

Thanks a lot!

So much value presented in a succinct, easily printable format. Just right!

Godspeed!

Nice to see a Cairn Warden here. Let me know how it goes!

This is a great idea. Same exact document, and you're almost back to the 365 day year.

It's interesting how the "acceleration" is not always apparent on the Player's side (unless they're keeping their own calendar).

Those were the exact goals. Thanks for getting me!

We're kindred spirits. I felt the same exact way-- time never seemed to pass. Hope this helps!

There’s a preview here: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/en/product/417937/Downtime-in-Zyan

Absolutely. And you inspired me to create a place to put haikus / play reports.  Post here!

We all want to read your haikus and hear about your journeys. Post below!

I’m glad! 

Short answer: If you’re having fun and writing haikus, you’re doing it right.

Long answer: At a minimum, you write a haiku whenever you make the “Reflect” Move. At a maximum, well— there is no maximum. I love the idea of a haiku “journal entry” for every Move. 

P. S. That is a lovely haiku. 

😁

thanks dion 😆 doubled-down on “in world” artifact! 

IKO, thanks for organizing this thing. It was really fun to create for. Can't wait to see what everyone makes!

友よありがとう / thank you my friend !!

Brilliant fun. 

Thanks for the extremely kinds words, Benji! Makes me want to make a version specifically for Zelda 🫢💡

And that’s right— a clackety d10. Just read the 10 as “0” for the moves (as opposed to “10”). 

Thanks for the free stuff, Salt. These murder-hobo signs are really inspiring. Immediately makes me think of two things:

• In Motherships' Gradient Descent module, there's a megadungeon with its own subculture of plunderers (called Divers). I love the idea of scattering these signs throughout it (or any megadungeon) creating this lived-in feeling. Like a group of people have been exploring the place for years.
• I would also  be a great substitute for thieves cant. Thieves and lowlives can read it, but not just any Player Character.

Again-- thanks!

Backed this project on Kickstarter and it completely exceeded my expectations. This simple tool generates not only a dungeon layout (as I expected) but system-neutral boss fights, traps, non-combat encounters, and more. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️