Epoch
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EPOCH is a game of character-driven survival horror. The goal is to deliver a tense and scary experience in a single game session.ENnies Nominee "I have been enthralled by EPOCH. This is a totally new way to run roleplaying games and is extremely satisfying... EPOCH has already improved the quality of my roleplaying and storytelling. I have complete confidence that it can do the same for you. Give it a try." - Roleplayers Chronicle "It will make you uncomfortable at times and force you to make the hard decisions. In the end¸ it delivers what it promises. You will get a unique horror experience that you will remember¸ and at the end of the day¸ that's all that matters." - MadMindGamer There will be blood... EPOCH is a game of survival horror¸ and much like a movie¸ not all of the characters can expect to survive until the final scene. Unlike many other games¸ EPOCH players have complete control over the fate of the characters. They may know the rules of the horror genre¸ but who becomes a victim¸ and how¸ is different every time. There will be drama... EPOCH rewards interesting character play with increased chances of character survival. Players are not just the protagonists¸ but also act as the audience who hold the fate of all the characters in their hands. Using a simple¸ flexible¸ character creation method¸ players shape their back story to reveal interesting facts and surprising twists. There will be a reckoning... EPOCH assumes a high level of character competence. Skills and abilities are streamlined¸ placing the focus back on the characters' story and the personal impact of the horror. But victory is never assured; evil may prevail¸ and the true cost of the horror is never fully revealed until the final credits roll. WHAT'S INSIDE: Strategies and techniques to overcome main challenges of running a genuinely tense and suspenseful horror game. Simple¸ card-based mechanics that let the players make the crucial decisions about the fate of the characters. Three complete scenarios¸ each reflecting a different style of horror movie¸ intended to be run in a single session of play. All of the cards you need to create characters and run the game¸ laid out¸ and ready to print. Nominated for 3 ENnie Awards including Best Rules¸ Best Electronic Book and Product of the Year. [Check out the review below by Abraham Zetina for RPG Geek]