Planeswalker Chronicles

jpastorjpastor
in Sagas

Let’s create an exciting MTG-inspired RPG for the MTGCardsmith forums! The RPG will be called "Planeswalker Chronicles" and will immerse participants in the multiverse, offering dynamic gameplay while being accessible to newcomers at any time.

Planeswalker Chronicles: An MTG RPG

Theme

You are a newly ignited Planeswalker, exploring the Multiverse, discovering new planes, forging alliances, battling foes, and uncovering ancient secrets. The game is designed to allow seamless entry for participants while maintaining a rich, ongoing story.

How It Works

  • Story Episodes: The RPG is structured in episodes (story arcs) with a central conflict that develops over time.
  • Player Accessibility: Players can join at any time by creating a character and jumping into the current episode.
  • Roleplaying & Mechanics: The game is a mix of free-form roleplaying (narrative) and lightweight mechanics for decisions, actions, and combat.

How to Join

  1. Create Your Planeswalker: Fill out the quick character sheet:

    • Name:
    • Plane of Origin:
    • Mana Affinity: Choose one or two (W/U/B/R/G).
    • Signature Spell: A single spell that represents your Planeswalker’s unique power.
    • Backstory: (Optional) A brief bio of your character.

  2. Jump In: Once you've posted your character, I'll integrate them into the current story episode.

Gameplay Mechanics

Actions

Players narrate their actions in response to the story updates I post. These can include exploration, spells, attacks, or diplomacy. Here's an example:

Player: "I use my fiery spell to burn through the vines blocking the ancient temple door!"

Rolls for Uncertainty

Certain actions will require a roll (e.g., combat, puzzle-solving). I will roll a 1d20 and determine success/failure based on the difficulty:

  • 1-5: Critical Failure
  • 6-10: Partial Success
  • 11-15: Success
  • 16-20: Critical Success

Mana Points

Each Planeswalker has Mana Points (MP) equal to 10 + their Mana Affinity colors. Using your Signature Spell or major abilities costs MP, and recovering MP requires rest or special items discovered in the story.

Core Features

  • Exploration: Discover new planes, interact with legendary characters, and uncover secrets of the Multiverse.
  • Collaboration: Team up with other players to defeat powerful foes or navigate challenges.
  • Choices: Player decisions will impact the storyline, creating a unique, evolving world.
  • Artifacts & Rewards: Players can earn magical artifacts or special cards that enhance their abilities.
  • Villains: The game features recurring villains who challenge the players across episodes.

Episode 1: The Rift on Shandalar

Shandalar is in chaos. A mysterious rift has opened, and strange creatures are spilling into the plane. Powerful artifacts are vanishing, and the balance of mana is threatened. You have been drawn here by an ancient call, along with other Planeswalkers, to uncover the rift's origin and restore order—or exploit the chaos.

Initial Prompt

You appear on Shandalar, a land of powerful mana surges. The skies ripple with energy, and an ominous portal looms in the distance. Villagers flee from strange, shadowy creatures pouring through the rift. A call for help echoes in your mind:

"Planeswalker, the balance is broken. Aid us!"

What do you do?

Let me know if you're ready to start, and feel free to create your first Planeswalker! I’ll handle the story updates, NPCs, and gameplay mechanics.

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