WELCOME
TO LETHAL FANTASY
This is a game of heroes, not invincible, not unbreakable but heroes willing to take on challenges with great risk. The world is dangerous and it is a risky endeavor just going out your door! This is not a game where invulnerable superheroes go out to fight in battles with little risk to life or limb. The battles in LETHAL FANTASY are fast, furious and very very lethal.
The game is about...
Exploring deep dark dungeons to find long lost treasure, to battle the evil monster terrorizing the innocent villagers, and to rescue the lost princess. Characters will meet and talk with many interesting mortals from all over a fantasy world. Where these quests and adventures lead you is up to your Game Magistrate who will introduce you to their world and all of the interesting and dangerous places you can visit. You will take on the role of a new hero with goals and stories of your own creation.
Characters in LETHAL FANTASY interact with the world differently than in other games
because your choices are endless, and you are not restricted by waiting your turn. Many of you have played other fantasy tabletop roleplaying games as have the creators of LETHAL FANTASY. For a few of you this may be your first experience with a fantasy tabletop game. Most games are set into turns and there is an order of actions that is created by a roll of die with the winner getting to move or attack first, and then each player going in order according to the dice roll.
The Game Magistrate, sometimes called a game master in other games controls the bad guys and other non player characters and follows the same order of “initiative” as the players. LETHAL FANTASY has dropped the idea of turns and instead relies on real time measured in seconds, yes, the same seconds that exist in real time. Drawing a sword, reaching into a pouch to get a potion, picking up the coin you dropped? all of these will be measured in seconds and might be variable, like how long will finding the coin take and if you haven’t found it in a few seconds maybe you should abandon the attempt to deal with the approaching Ogre and get back to the coin later
LETHAL FANTASY uses initiative in another way,
if an encounter begins involving combat or tactical movement the players all roll “initiative” to determine when they become aware of the situation. Walking around the corner and meeting an equally surprised Ogre? Everyone including the ogre would roll a dice (determined by preannounced readiness, level, class and personal attributes).
This dice roll indicates the number of seconds it takes your character to perceive and process the situation and respond. Once you are able to act then everything is simply related to how long actions take in real time and all players move and act on every single second as they wish, moving and attacking around the battlefield.
Simultaneous Movement and Attacks
Simultaneous Movement
Movement occurs simultaneously every second, allowing players to adjust actions in real-time based on allies and enemies.
Unpredictable Combat
Combat attacks occur unpredictably with variable rolls, requiring players to be ready to attack at any moment.
Dynamic Defense
Defense rolls are opposed, varying with each attack. Winning a roll depends on defending better than your opponent.
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How does real-time gameplay work in LETHAL FANTASY?In LETHAL FANTASY, actions are measured in real-time seconds, not turns. Players act based on the time it takes for their character to perceive and respond to situations, leading to a dynamic and engaging gameplay experience.
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What are LETHAL STRIKES?LETHAL STRIKES occur when both a D20 and a D30 are rolled, with the result determining if a powerful and deadly attack has been made. This system ensures that critical moments in combat are truly impactful and memorable.
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How does combat differ from other tabletop RPGs?Combat in LETHAL FANTASY is simultaneous and dynamic. Instead of waiting for your turn, all players move and act in real-time, which keeps everyone engaged and requires strategic thinking on every second of the battlefield. There is no set order to attack! The ability to attack is tested each second using a combat progression dice and all players have a chance to attack each second. The chance to gain an attack rises each second a part of the combat progression! Combat is easy to manage and dynamic!
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What is the role of the Game Magistrate?The Game Magistrate, similar to a game master in other RPGs, introduces players to the world, controls non-player characters, and manages encounters. They facilitate the game but do not follow a turn-based system.
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How are characters created in LETHAL FANTASY?Characters are created by rolling attributes (Strength, Intelligence, Wisdom, Dexterity, Constitution, Charisma, Luck, and Appearance) and assigning them to your character sheet. You also roll a percentile dice to determine your starting attribute rank and can gain additional development points as you level up.
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What are GRIT points and how are they used?GRIT points are earned through exceptional role-playing and staying true to your character’s story. They can be used to make opponents miss, gain rerolls, or reduce damage, helping you survive in the game’s challenging world.
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How does luck affect gameplay?Each character has a “luck” attribute that provides a measure of fortune. This luck can be spent to influence outcomes and save characters from potential death, with players encouraged to creatively explain how their luck intervenes.
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How does armor and shield work in LETHAL FANTASY?Armor generally makes you easier to hit but harder to damage, while shields make you easier to hit but absorb significant amounts of damage. Players must decide between using a shield or trying to avoid blows based on the opponent and situation.
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Exploding Damage Dice
Damage dice always explode not just on criticals. Even a normal strike has the ability to cause massive damage as when you roll maximum dice you reroll that dice (-1) and continue to roll until you roll less than the maximum number (or you can purchase lethal fantasy specialty dice that are numbered for this function).
This means even a lowly goblin has the ability to bring down the great hero with that lucky strike. Stay on your toes this is a game of high intensity battles and yes LETHAL results.
Cover art coming soon by Brent Chumley.
Join the Adventure Now!
Dive into the world of LETHAL FANTASY where real-time action, unpredictable combat, and legendary heroes await. Start your journey today and get ready for the thrill of truly immersive gameplay. Don’t wait—join our mailing list and prepare to embark on your epic adventure coming soon!