Coyote & Crow: Rules Light Adventure
Welcome to a world of science fiction¸ mystery¸ and fantasy told through an Indigenous lens.
This document is meant to assist people who are new to roleplaying games and to Coyote & Crow by offering them a very light set of rules and an introductory story that will prepare you for the full game.
To play this introductory game¸ you'll need 2-4 people¸ this document¸ 2 six-sided dice¸ some pens or pencils¸ and a couple of hours worth of time. If anyone in your group is familiar with roleplaying games¸ we recommend they take on the role of "Story Guide.” Everyone else will be "Players'' and take on the role of Characters in the Story. If no one has played a roleplaying game (or RPG) before¸ we recommend the person who feels they are the best storyteller take on the job of Story Guide.
About Coyote & Crow:
Science Fantasy Roleplaying in an Uncolonized Future
Coyote & Crow is a bold look into a different future full of possibilities and fresh perspectives¸ created and developed by a diverse¸ Indigneous-led team.
More than 700 years ago¸ a massive disaster changed the course of history. The world was plunged into centuries of darkness¸ but the event also introduced the Adanadi - the Gift - a strange mark that appeared on all life. This mark would have an enduring impact on humanity. Centuries later¸ the Earth is healing. New¸ advanced nations have risen. Ancient legends stir.
Coyote & Crow is a tabletop roleplaying game set in an alternate future where colonization of the Americas never happened. In this world that is both familiar and entirely new¸ you'll take on the role of heroic characters adventuring in a changing landscape.