Ironsworn solo game: Journey of Lost Hope

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Mar 8, 2022 8:23 pm
I've started my first ever solo game a few days ago. I've also never played Ironsworn before, so it's a double new thing for me. In case anyone is interested in following the story, you can find it here. I'd love to hear other people's thoughts or tips & tricks.
I'm not sure how long I'll keep it up, but I'm having fun so far.

Introduction

It's been a few years now since they took her. It's always the same. They come on a rainy day, just before dusk. Hooded figures wielding the power of fire. Are they even human? Who knows. The only thing we do know is that they demand a sacrifice. Last time, it was my sister Irina. I swore that day that I would find her and bring her back, no matter how long it takes.

But I was too young to head out. Only 14 years old myself. Far too small to take on such a quest. So I bided my time and honed my skills. Waited for the moment when I could leave Olfhaven and start my journey. That day was a fortnight ago now. I have been traveling towards a nearby settlement named Dawntower. I can see it in the distance. My feet hurt and I haven't slept well since I started, but it should be no more than 2 hours of walking now. I can take a few days to rest while I try to gather information. At least the weather is nice today...


Suddenly a man appears from behind some trees "Sir! Please, you have to help me!" He says.
Mar 10, 2022 9:14 pm
"I swear to you, by the Light of the Golden Order, I shall find and return her to you."

I just downloaded the rules. Looks like Dark Souls. I'm a willing test subject.
Mar 10, 2022 10:14 pm
If you need any help, I watched Me Myself & Die as an example of play. Also, it's a very entertaining show imho :)

There's also the GM's Round Table (PbtA) if you have any questions for ppl with more knowledge here on GP.

Good luck! :D
Mar 10, 2022 11:01 pm
I will give it a peep. Probably going to make a smart but socially inept knight type.
Mar 15, 2022 7:31 pm
Making a character tonight!
Mar 15, 2022 7:38 pm
Really interesting, i had the book for a while too, never tried it tho, is it hard to set up for the first time?
Last edited March 15, 2022 7:38 pm
Mar 16, 2022 8:06 am
Jomsviking says:
Making a character tonight!
Happy adventuring! :)
Bubbles says:
Is it hard to set up for the first time?
I watched a few episodes of Me, Myself & Die on YouTube and, together with the "What's Next" section of the book, that gave me a pretty good idea on how to get going. So no, it wasn't hard. The most difficult part for me was figuring out how to use the moves in a way that made the story interesting.

Since you're playing alone, you can play it the way you want to. If you need any help, there's a bunch of ppl here who can get you started.
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