# Bozbat Games


## Posts

- [The Dreidel of Destiny](https://bozbat.com/the-dreidel-of-destiny/): The Dreidel of Destiny is a one-shot adventure designed for a small group of players controlling Characters who are modern children who are magically taken back in time to experience Biblical stories and adventures. The focus is on non-combat Skill Rolls and role-playing challenges using the KOOKS 2d10 RPG system: https://bozbat.com/lite-rpg-system/kooks-2d10-rpg The goal of the adventure is not to defeat monsters but to complete historical challenges presented by a magic dreidel and then return home safely.
- [REVIEW: Curseborne Core Rulebook](https://bozbat.com/review-curseborne-core-rulebook/): Introduction In a landscape saturated with tabletop roleplaying games that promise to redefine the genre, Curse Borne Core Rulebook, hereinafter ‘Curseborne’ (which can be found at: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/en/product/538277/curseborne-core-rulebook?src=hottest&affiliate_id=474082), arrives not with a gentle whisper but with a visceral roar. Published by Onyx Path Publishing and designed by the industry veteran Travis Legge, ‘Curseborne’ is a modern horror game that wears its influences on its sleeve while carving out its own distinct and bloody niche. It dares to ask: What if you were the monster, but not by choice? What if the power coursing through your veins was a parasitic curse, a […]
- [REPORT: How to Create a Map Based Adventure of Exploration](https://bozbat.com/report-how-to-create-a-map-based-adventure-of-exploration/): Introduction I saw what I thought was a very interesting idea about an adventure for a Tabletop RPG. The idea was to use the Lewis and Clark expedition to create an adventure. I have been thinking something somewhat similar involving exploration of an unknown territory, but the Lewis and Clark expedition is definitely the right stuff for a Tabletop RPG. The Mississippi and Missouri river systems were not wholly unknown, but they had never been fully mapped, and the purpose of the expedition was to do so. Some aspect of such an adventure could be traveling across rivers, rapids, portage, […]
- [Why is There Little Technological Progress in LOR & Other Fantasy Stories?](https://bozbat.com/why-is-there-little-technological-progress-in-lor-other-fantasy-stories/): This is a very interesting post on from Quora discussing this issue in detail. I particularly liked the chart! Enjoy! How does Lord of the Rings account for the fact that thousands of years pass without technological advancement? 3000 years elapse between Sauron losing the ring and Frodo acquiring it and yet Middle Earth seems unchanged? Let me show you a little chart. People think of the long millennia without major technological advancements in fantasy stories like The Lord of the Rings as “unrealistic”. This is absurd for a few reasons. The first is that the genre is called “fantasy” […]
- [The Penitent's Blade for KOOKS 2d10 RPG](https://bozbat.com/the-penitents-blade-for-kooks-2d10-rpg/): The Penitent’s Blade This weapon appears to be a masterfully crafted longsword. Its steel is polished to a mirror shine, and faint, elegant script is etched along the fuller of the blade. The hilt is wrapped in white leather, and the pommel is a simple, unadorned sphere of silver. When unsheathed, it emits a soft, almost imperceptible hum. Magical Properties The Curse: Subtle Atonement The blade was created to embody a Paladin’s ideal of atonement—that for every failing, a price must be paid, even if one is not aware of the transgression. The item is not possessed by a demon […]
- [REVIEW: Foundry Virtual Tabletop](https://bozbat.com/review-foundry-virtual-tabletop/): Foundry Virtual Tabletop (‘Foundry VTT’ or just ‘Foundry’ hereafter – https://foundryvtt.com/) is a versatile platform that supports a wide array of third-party add-ons and gaming systems, enhancing its functionality and user experience. One of the key strengths of Foundry VTT is its extensive library of community-developed modules, which cater to a diverse range of tabletop role-playing game (TTRPG) systems. As of 2023, the platform supports over 350 different game systems, showcasing its versatility and the dedication of its community. At its core, Foundry is a self-hosted application – meaning you buy it once (for around $50 for a lifetime license), […]
- [REVIEW: The Black Hack 2e](https://bozbat.com/review-the-black-hack-2e/): “The Black Hack” hereinafter TBH (which can be downloaded at: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/en/product/255088/the-black-hack-second-edition?affiliate_id=474082) is presented as a comprehensive, rules-light Old School fantasy roleplaying game developed by David Black. It aims to reboot the dungeon delving experiences of the 1970s for a new generation of gamers, blending original era fantasy gaming with modern game design theory. A core philosophy of TBH is the freedom to “hack” and customize the rules to suit individual preferences and needs, encouraging players to make the game their own. Core Gameplay and Mechanics The game is played with pencils, paper, and dice, relying heavily on the joint imaginations […]
- [REVIEW — Shadowdark RPG](https://bozbat.com/review-shadowdark-rpg/): Shadowdark RPG is a fantasy adventure game focused on delving into dangerous locations like buried ruins, lost cities, forests, and dragon lairs in search of gold and glory. The game emphasizes that the “Shadowdark” is any place where danger and darkness hold sway, clutching ancient secrets and treasures. The core experience revolves around confronting sinister traps, formidable magic, and ruthless monsters alongside adventuring companions. The defining characteristics of Shadowdark RPG are highlighted as speed, danger, and simplicity. The rules are described as rules-light and intuitive, encouraging quick decisions rather than extensive rulebook searching. Magic is perilous, and battles are fast […]
- [GROK vs. COPILOT: Which is better?](https://bozbat.com/grok-vs-copilot-which-is-better/): I asked both systems the same prompt/question. I won’t post the entire prompt, which was a rather long one, but a short generalization was, “What do people think about Rules Light Tabletop Gaming?” GROK Recurring Themes, Questions, and Misconceptions Based on a broad analysis of public discussions across platforms like Reddit, Quora, Amazon reviews, niche forums, and X (formerly Twitter), several patterns emerge around rules-light tabletop RPGs (TTRPGs). These games are often praised for their accessibility, focus on storytelling over mechanics, and suitability for beginners or casual play. Common themes include a desire for simplicity in a hobby dominated by […]
- [REVIEW: Risus the Anything RPG](https://bozbat.com/review-risus-the-anything-rpg/): Risus: The Anything RPG is a complete pen-and-paper roleplaying game. It is versatile and is suitable for spur-of-the-moment one-shots and rapid character creation, as well as potentially supporting longer campaigns. It has a history spanning over two decades and is supported by an enthusiastic global community. Clichés and Character Creation The core of the game revolves around character Clichés. Clichés are defined as a shorthand for a type of person, implying their skills, background, social role, and more. Examples of Clichés can range from traditional RPG character classes like Wizard or Detective to more unusual or specific concepts like Ghostly […]
- [REVIEW: ‘Roll Them All’](https://bozbat.com/review-roll-them-all/): ‘Roll Them All’ (download: https://cyrusrite.itch.io/roll-them-all) is an elegant rules-lite game created by R. A. Rice, also known as Cyrus Rite, who is noted as an incredibly prolific game designer who creates some fascinating RPG Rules-Lite games. “Roll Them All” is an OSR (Old School Revival) style game that is a genre-neutral system. It could easily be used for various genres and settings. It is suitable for Solo or Group play and perhaps best of all it is FREE! The key concept of the game is that abilities, weapons, and armor all have a permanently assigned die. Instead of pre-filled stats […]
- [OPEN QUESTION ON APPROPRIATE CONTENT FOR KOOKS MONTHLY EZINE:](https://bozbat.com/open-question-on-appropriate-content-for-kooks-monthly-ezine/): QUESTION ON AN ISSUE OF CONTENT FOR KOOKS MONTHLY (https://bozbat.com/lite-rpg-system/kooks-monthly-ezine/): Someone has offered to provide a serial story for the ezine. My question: “Would you prefer an ezine with adventure settings, stats, etc., NPCs, Magic Items, Reviews, AND… a serial short story line based upon an ongoing campaign — would including short story format risk turning the project into a creative writing ezine instead of a gaming ezine?”​​ What do you think? Is there other content that should also be considered?
- [KOOKS Monthly eZine for April released](https://bozbat.com/kooks-monthly-ezine-for-april-released/): On April 1, 2025, the April issue was released. KOOKS Monthly eZine – Bozbat Games Now to start working on the May issue. Do you have something you would like to submit? Please feel free to do so. Instructions are fund at the above link, and in every issue.
- [Addendum for KOOKS 2d10 RPG](https://bozbat.com/addendum-for-kooks-2d10-rpg/): I have decided NOT to update KOOKS 2d10 RPG every time I make changes to the rules, at least not until the 1st of January 2026. Instead, I will post these changes or additions to the Addendum which can be found on the KOOKS 2d10 RPG page on ITCHIO, or here on my website: KOOKS 2d10 RPG – Bozbat Games Check often to see if you are up to date!
- [Coming out in March 2025: KOOKS Monthly eZine](https://bozbat.com/coming-out-in-march-2025-kooks-monthly-ezine/): A few years ago I tried to start a monthly ezine to support a specific game of mine, Ancient Elements RPG. A few of you joined in the project and there were some very interesting things produced. But it sort of fizzled out. Now I want to reintroduce the concept, but rather than focusing (limiting) the ezine to one set of rules, I want to focus upon any Rules-Lite system derived from Microlite20 or other systems. I have the design of the ezine finished to the best of my ability, and I do believe my skills at formatting documents have […]
- [REVIEW: Grimwild: Cinematic Fantasy Roleplaying](https://bozbat.com/review-grimwild-cinematic-fantasy-roleplaying/): “Grimwild: Cinematic Fantasy Roleplaying“ is a streamlined, character-driven, cinematic fantasy RPG designed by J.D. Maxwell and illustrated by Per Janke. The game aims to take D&D-inspired heroic fantasy and combine it with a fast-paced, cinematic narrative rules system. Here are some key points about the game: Core Mechanics Exploration and Worldbuilding Character Development Gameplay Focus Additional Features Overall, Grimwild offers a streamlined, narrative-driven fantasy RPG experience that combines elements of D&D 5e with modern, cinematic rules. It’s designed to be easy to learn and run, making it accessible for both new and experienced players. For more information visit: Grimwild: Cinematic […]
- [REVIEW: Red Die System](https://bozbat.com/review-red-die-system/): Red Die System Review: The Red Die System Role-Playing Game The Red Die System by Mystic Stump Games offers a refreshing take on tabletop RPGs with its rules-light approach and easy-to-understand mechanics. This game is perfect for both seasoned players and those new to the RPG world, offering a balanced mix of depth and simplicity. Strengths: Areas for Improvement: Conclusion: The Red Die System is a gem for those seeking an easy-to-pick-up, versatile, and engaging role-playing game. It’s particularly well-suited for those looking to try out new genres without committing to heavy rules and extensive setup. While it may not […]
- [Grenzer the Gambling Goblin Dandy](https://bozbat.com/grenzer-the-gambling-goblin-dandy/): An NPC I came up with for a little one-shot adventure for KOOKS 2d10 RPG (https://squirewaldo.itch.io/kooks-2d10-rpg): Grenzer, the Gambling Goblin Dandy and Sometime Forest Guide (untrustworthy) • MMD: 3d8+4, HP: 17, DM: 13, INIT: +2• Dagger Attack: +3 (1d4+1)• Magic Dart Artifact, 2 shots (small and hidden): +4 (1d4Exp – can be reloaded by a Conjurer Level 5 or higher)• Gambling Power: +10 Grenzer knows the forest, but doesn’t spend that much time in it. He is a gambler, trader, and scoundrel. And very well dressed. Gambling: Grenzer is not only a very good gambler but also has a mysterious […]
- [My Review of “The Portable Door” — A pleasant surprise](https://bozbat.com/my-review-of-the-portable-door-a-pleasant-surprise/): After my angry review of the latest Dune movies: My Review of the Denis Villeneuve version of Dune – Bozbat Games I thought I would not be watching any relatively new movie releases, but I saw one that caught my attention and it did not suck; “The Portable Door”: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt11820950/?ref_=ext_shr_lnk It was silly and comedic at times but well done. It such a rare thing to see a movie with a coherent if somewhat silly story and interesting characters that seem real. You might want to give it a try.
- [My Review of the Denis Villeneuve version of Dune](https://bozbat.com/my-review-of-the-denis-villeneuve-version-of-dune/): I don’t really know why I am writing this. I mostly avoid watching any movies made after 2010 as I find them irritating, disappointing, woke, etc. The latest version of Dune was no exception. Everyone has been telling me how wonderful it was, and as a fan of the books and the 1980s version of Dune (particularly the version with an extra 20 minutes or so of narration to explain what is going on), I thought I would give it a try. Well, I hope this does not hurt anyone’s feelings, but I thought it was total crap for the […]
- [Cyborgs for NowUltraRPG and Fiends and Phantasms](https://bozbat.com/cyborgs-for-nowultrarpg-and-fiends-and-phantasms/): Cyborg A cyborg, short for “cybernetic organism,” is a being that combines organic and biomechatronic body parts or possesses a blend of biological and artificial features. This term often refers to a person or creature that has been enhanced with the use of technology or artificial devices, frequently to improve or extend natural abilities. A cyborg can be a human or animal with a small amount of enhancements, or a vast amount. Almost any creature can become a cyborg. It can involve physical enhancements or even neurological enhancements that may very well turn the creature into an entirely different and/or […]
- [RELEASED: The Forest God — A One-Shot Adventure Guide for Ancient Elements RPG](https://bozbat.com/released-the-forest-god-a-one-shot-adventure-guide-for-ancient-elements-rpg/): This adventure is designed to be played with Ancient Elements RPG, but you can use just about any OSR system. “The Forest God” is intended to be a one shot that lasts about two hours. Although I have attached some pre-generated player characters I do encourage the players to make their own. Part of the fun is making your characters. “It is a cold early Spring day, and the adventurers approach a small village looking for a few pints of ale and some food, and perhaps a place to stay. However, the village is somber and almost deserted except for a […]
- [A Heist at the Museum – for RISUS: the Anything RPG](https://bozbat.com/a-heist-at-the-museum-for-risus-the-anything-rpg-2/): An Adventure designed to be played with Risus: the Anything RPG The player characters are hired by a mysterious benefactor, Antonio “Tony” Russo, to steal a priceless painting from the Valmont Museum of Art. The painting is called “The Starry Night” by Vincent van Gogh, and it is on loan from the Museum of Modern Art in New York. The benefactor promises to pay each of them $1 million if they can pull off the heist without getting caught. A Heist at the Museum — an Adventure for Risus: the Anything RPG by SquireWaldo
- [A New Alien Race: The Canisi/Wulfaz](https://bozbat.com/a-new-alien-race-the-canisi-wulfaz/): A new Alien Race has been added to the Bestiary for Fiends and Phantasms & NowUltraRPG Canisi/Wulfaz (aka Space-Mutts and Space-Werewolves) A race of intelligent space aliens that have abilities of mimicry and shapeshifting. Some of their main features are: Normal State: In their normal state, they are moderate size humanoids with subtle canine characteristics. They have a passive and philosophical nature, and enjoy learning about different cultures and species. They are friendly and curious, but also cautious and secretive about their true identity. Stats for Normal State: Werewolf State: However, in their werewolf state, they transform into massive beasts with […]
- [The Deadly Munchingeel Tree](https://bozbat.com/the-deadly-munchingeel-tree/): With a name like this I really think it should have poisonous eels coming out of the tree as you reach to grab a fruit. Roll to save; if you fail you get pulled into the trunk where you take 1d6 damage each round until you are saved or… If you succeed, you stagger away poisoned; take -2 to STR (if you are a dick GM make that a 1d4 or higher) until poison is gone and roll damage of 1d4-1 each round for 1d6 rounds.
- [I am now free from DTRPG!](https://bozbat.com/i-am-now-free-from-dtrpg/): I am now free to post my products everywhere. DTRPG sent me a lot of threats regarding posting elsewhere as they require a 6-month delay for all games due to previously signing up as exclusive. This even covered games that were never posted on DTRPG. What I found interesting was when I became very fed up with some of their dirty tricks and pulled everything from the website… they stopped bothering me! So, it would seem that they really had no problem with me posting elsewhere… they had a problem with me posting my games on DTRPG… I guess I […]
- [REVIEW: John Carter of Mars Core Rulebook](https://bozbat.com/review-john-carter-of-mars-core-rulebook/): The John Carter of Mars Core Rulebook is a tabletop role-playing game based on Edgar Rice Burroughs’ John Carter of Mars series of novels. The game is published by Modiphius Entertainment. The game uses a pulp-action inspired variant of the 2d20 System. Players can take on the role of heroes such as John Carter, Princess Dejah Thoris, or the Thark warrior Tars Tarkas, or create their own heroes from a variety of options. The game includes detailed chapters on Barsoomian technology, creatures, and cultures, as well as a step-by-step character generation system. The 2d20 System is a dynamic, narrative system designed to produce varied and interesting results from […]
- [REVIEW — Exalted: Essence](https://bozbat.com/review-exalted-essence/): Exalted: Essence is a new game published by Onyx Path Publishing. Today it is listed as the #2 selling game on DTRPG. It is a streamlined version of Exalted Third Edition, designed to welcome new players to the world of Creation. It contains all the mechanics and material that players and Storytellers need to run a complete game of Exalted: Essence. Exalted Third Edition features a robust system of mechanics and rewards system mastery. It is a 650+ page role-playing corebook that has received positive reviews for its scope and execution. Players take on the roles of the Exalted, who are essentially fantasy superheroes […]
- [REVIEW — Basic Roleplaying (BRP)](https://bozbat.com/review-basic-roleplaying-brp/): Basic Roleplaying (BRP) is a universal game engine that serves as the foundation for a variety of tabletop roleplaying games. Originally created by Chaosium, it is a rules system that prioritizes flexibility and adaptability, allowing players to delve into various genres and settings. Some of the RPG games based upon the BRP system: One of the strengths of the Basic Roleplaying system is its simplicity. The rules are designed to be intuitive and easy to grasp, making it accessible to both newcomers and experienced players. Character creation is straightforward, with players allocating points to various attributes and skills to define […]
- [REVIEW: KOOKS 2d10 RPG Playtest](https://bozbat.com/review-kooks-2d10-rpg-playtest/): I recently ‘updated’ my home rules KOOKS system by changing the d20 system to a 2d10 system; along with other small changes. Tonight we did a one shot where the players were given very powerful 5th level Characters with very high level armor. They were to fight against a lot of lower level NPCs and a few higher level NPCs, but none that could be considered equals or superior. The game was a route. The two high level Player Characters just waded through the masses of low level opposition and demolished them. Why? Because the 2d10 system creates a Bell Curve. It […]
- [An Interesting Take on Star Trek or other Sci-Fi RPG?](https://bozbat.com/an-interesting-take-on-star-trek-or-other-sci-fi-rpg/): This is a game I have been looking at for quite some time, but my gaming group never seem to have time or interest in playing: Where No Man Has Gone Before 2.0 http://trek.abillionmonkeys.com/ Here is a setting that is more or less rules agnostic. It is produced in 3 blog posts. Has some interesting ideas: https://web.archive.org/web/20230206121817/https://ruleslightrpgs.com/2022/06/mini-setting-the-pan-sentient-confederation-part-1/ https://web.archive.org/web/20230206114252/https://ruleslightrpgs.com/2022/06/mini-setting-the-pan-sentient-confederation-part-2/ https://web.archive.org/web/20230328160541/https://ruleslightrpgs.com/2022/07/mini-setting-the-pan-sentient-confederation-part-3/ I have been thinking of combining this setting with some lite rule system, perhaps ‘Where No Man Has Gone Before 2.0’, but I would need to know there are some players looking to use it.
- [REVIEW: Stargazer, by Scott Malthouse](https://bozbat.com/review-stargazer-by-scott-malthouse/): Here is a game I picked up on ITCHIO: https://trollish-delver-games.itch.io/stargazer Stargazer is a nice little OSR game that I really liked. It is a very Rules-Lite RPG. I like such games, but sometimes they can be too derivative and so ‘lite’ that they are unplayable as written. This is not the case for Stargazer! Stargazer is of course a bit derivative since it is OSR, but it is not slavishly so. The structure is similar but not identical. The mechanics are also not just repetition of prior works, and the classes, or in the rules Archetypes, are very different and […]
- [Game Mechanic: Set Collecting](https://bozbat.com/game-mechanic-set-collecting/): The primary goal of a set collection mechanic is to encourage a player to collect a set of items. For example, players collect and harvest different types of beans in Bohnanza, and they collect Monuments in Ra. boardgamegeek.com Set Collecting is one of the oldest game mechanics out there. It may very well be older than the idea of card games since ancient games may very well employ it. Rummy is the first game that comes to mind that uses Set Collecting. ‘Rummy’ “is a group of matching card games notable for similar gameplay based on matching cards of the same rank […]
- [Game Designer Hero: Andrew J. Looney](https://bozbat.com/game-designer-hero-andrew-j-looney/): Andrew J. Looney is a famous game designer who has created some of the more cutting edge games of the last 40 years such as Fluxx, Chrononauts, the Icehouse game system (now known as Looney Pyramids), Aquarius, Nanofictionary, IceTowers, Treehouse and Martian Coasters. By far Fluxx and its numerous versions are the best known. Andrew started real life after college as a software programmer at NASA. Does that mean he is a rocket scientist? He certainly is a very clever fellow. Among his many game design accomplishments was obtaining patent protection for three of his game designs (if you read […]
- [Game Mechanic: Auction and Bidding](https://bozbat.com/game-mechanic-auction-and-bidding/): Many games use the auction and bidding mechanic as a way distributing resources in the game. There are many types of auctions that can be employed: Traditional or English Auction: This is what most people think about when they hear auction. An item is posted for sale in front of a group of potential buyers who make bids and counter-bids out loud until there are no further bids. Then the last bidder “wins” the auction and buys the item at the last bid. There are many variants of this style, but the core issue is that the buyers publicly compete […]
- [Book review: Kobold Guide to Board Game Design](https://bozbat.com/book-review-kobold-guide-to-board-game-design/): I finished reading this book a few months ago and I very much enjoyed it. It is a collection of essays from some of the leading game designers in the business. Each essay is focused on a specific topic which the author is expert in. The essays are well written and thought provoking. Topics include issues from how to conceptualize the game from an idea seed, how to really design a game with all the components, how to develop the game into a polished product, and finally how to sell the game. All the articles are very practical and some […]
- [Exploding Dice](https://bozbat.com/exploding-dice/): I just discovered something that I thought was very interesting. The concept/mechanic is EXPLODING DICE. It can work a number of ways. You roll a number of dice and if you roll the target number you roll it again. You can either count the first roll or not. Example of counting the first roll: You roll 3d6 and on any rolls of 6 you count the roll and then roll those 6s again. This can result in amazingly powerful results. So, you roll a 1, 3, and a 6 for a total of 10. You then re-roll the six and […]
- [Is it OK to “steal” game rules or mechanics?](https://bozbat.com/is-it-ok-to-steal-game-rules-or-mechanics/): There are two components to this question: legal and ethical. I will address the legal issues first, and touch upon the ethical issues so that you guys can comment further. Legally game rules are NOT protected. What is protected is copyright, trade name, trademark, and possibly design and innovation that can be patented. Rules do not fit into any of these. Copyright protects the original creative work of an author or other artists. This includes written words, images, and music. Such work cannot be copied or attributed to someone else without permission. However, there are a lot of exceptions to […]

## Pages

- [KOOKS Monthly Archives](https://bozbat.com/lite-rpg-system/kooks-monthly-ezine/kooks-monthly-archives/): KOOKS Monthly Archives Volume 1 KOOKS eZine – Volume 1, Number 1 by SquireWaldo KOOKS eZine – April 2025 – Vol 1, No 2 by SquireWaldo KOOKS Monthly eZine – May 2025 – Vol 1, No 3 by SquireWaldo KOOKS Monthly eZine – June 2025 – Vol 1, No 4 by SquireWaldo KOOKS Monthly eZine – July 2025 – Vol 1, No 5 by SquireWaldo KOOKS Monthly eZine – August 2025 – Vol 1, No 6 by SquireWaldo KOOKS Monthly eZine – Sept 2025 – Vol 1, No 7 by SquireWaldo KOOKS Monthly Ezine – Oct 2025 – Vol 1, […]
- [Multitudes of Monsters and Magicians](https://bozbat.com/experimental-games/multitudes-of-monsters-and-magicians/): Multitudes of Monsters and Magicians For all intents and purposes “Hordes of the Things” is out of print, and the authors seem to have no immediate interest in further developing it. Furthermore, things have changed since “De Bellis Antiquitatus” and “Hordes of the Things” first came out. Wargamers are far more interested in the visual. I remember the first wargame I played didn’t have a single image, and only a few tables. That is not good enough anymore. And why should it be? The greatest thing about Battle in Miniature is the wonderfully painted miniatures lined up rank upon rank. […]
- [The War of the Pan-European Caliphate](https://bozbat.com/experimental-games/the-war-of-the-pan-european-caliphate/): The War of the Pan-European Caliphate
- [Action Adventure World](https://bozbat.com/experimental-games/action-adventure-world/): Action Adventure World
- [History Squares](https://bozbat.com/checkerboard-games/history-squares/): History Squares Each player begins the game by randomly selecting a semi-historical Nation and then competes with the other players to conquer squares on the map board in order to expand the player’s Dominion. Each player receives Coins for each square he or she conquers. As the player’s Nation expands it reaches the limits of that Nation’s further growth. At that point the player may choose to put that Nation into Decline and then select another Nation to expand. The player with the most Coins wins! History Squares by SquireWaldo
- [Ants and Wasps](https://bozbat.com/checkerboard-games/ants-and-wasps/): Ants and Wasps A game played on a standard checkerboard involving a battle between Ants and Wasps! Ants and Wasps by SquireWaldo
- [Castle Bean](https://bozbat.com/checkerboard-games/castle-bean/): Castle Bean The goal of Castle Bean is to build Castles, plant Beans in the fields around your Castles, defend your Bean fields from your vile thieving opponent, and raid your opponent’s Bean fields in justified retribution! For 2 Players. Needed: * Checkerboard * Checkers for Castles – 4 per player * 8 Beans per player * 52 Card Deck without Jokers * Some kind of tokens to be Knights – 4 per player Castle Bean by SquireWaldo
- [Battlefield Chess](https://bozbat.com/checkerboard-games/battlefield-chess/): Battlefield Chess This game is played on a standard chess board. No dice will be used, but a flip of a coin or some other method may be required to resolve ‘yes or no’ issues from time to time. Game Pieces can be appropriately matching figures posted onto circular bases, or whatever the players think best. CONCEPT – Battlefield Chess is a combination of chess, wargaming, and rock-paper-scissors. It is very important to understand the way different Game Pieces interact. Each Game Piece is vulnerable under certain circumstances. Each Game Piece has an advantage under certain circumstances. Study and understand […]
- [T.W.O. RPG](https://bozbat.com/lite-rpg-system/t-w-o-rpg/): T.W.O. RPG Here is a set of rules I came up with in an effort to remove all reference to the OGL 1.0a and any content that falls under it. Initially I posted the project in four separate pieces which I posted one at a time while the project was being completed. After it was all done, I combined the four separate pieces with ALL ART REMOVED. Why did I remove all the art? Because I chose to create some very trippy and psychedelic AI generated art that I thought matched the lighthearted theme of the work. However, I received a ton of […]
- [NullamFortunumRPG](https://bozbat.com/lite-rpg-system/nullamfortunumrpg/): NullamFortunumRPG Set Aside Your Dice for You Shall Use Them No More! Welcome to NullumFortunaRPG, where fate is no longer decided by the roll of the dice. Dive into a realm where every challenging action hinges on your character’s skill and ingenuity. Instead of dice rolls, Skill Checks determine success, either by opposing a rival or meeting a predefined Difficulty Class (DC). In the heat of battle, your combat prowess is tested through opposed Skill Checks, adding an extra layer of strategy to every encounter. Step into a world where luck is no longer a factor and every decision carries […]
- [Ancient Elements RPG](https://bozbat.com/lite-rpg-system/ancient-elements-rpg/): Ancient Elements RPG Are you ready to dive into a world brimming with fast-paced adventure and unfettered magic? Look no further than Ancient Elements RPG, a dynamic and streamlined OSR (Old School Revival) Role-Playing Game that puts powerful storytelling and heroic deeds at your fingertips! Built upon Microlite20, a simplified evolution of the renowned Primary Fantasy SRD 3.5, Ancient Elements RPG offers a familiar yet fresh experience that is easy to pick up and play. Its design allows for seamless integration with most adventure modules, eliminating the need for extensive conversions and letting you focus on the thrilling narrative. At […]
- [The Hobo Way](https://bozbat.com/lite-rpg-system/the-hobo-way/): The Hobo Way This is a tabletop role playing game about being a hobo. It is not easy being a hobo. The world seems to be against you. People often avoid and despise you. Even the weather conspires to make you miserable. Everyone and everything demands money which you don’t have. Hobos are usually peaceful because anything else will draw the attention and perhaps the wrath of the Man. Being inconspicuous and keeping your head down may avoid this. And yet there is more to life than mere survival. There is a spirit that longs to not just survive but to […]
- [Small Survivors - 2nd Edition](https://bozbat.com/lite-rpg-system/small-survivors/): Small Survivors – 2nd Edition This is a complete RPG (Role Playing Game not Rocket Propelled Grenade) with rules and an introductory adventure setting. What would you do if you suddenly became 2 cm tall?  In an alternate universe there is a galaxy very similar to our galaxy. In that galaxy there is a star very similar to our Sun. Circling that star is a planet very similar to our Earth. On that planet there are oceans, land masses, plants and animals very similar to what we find on Earth. Among those animals there is a very smart species of hominids […]
- [Grit and Bullets, 2nd Edition](https://bozbat.com/lite-rpg-system/grit-and-bullets/): Grit and Bullets, 2nd Edition Grit and Bullets, 2nd Edition is a set of rules for playing traditional tabletop role playing games set in the Wild West. It seems to me that there are three sub-genres of Western themed role playing games: The core rules of Grit and Bullets 2nd Edition was designed with realism in mind, although I don’t know how realistic any RPG can ever be. The Characters are heroic but not superhuman. They are competent but not incapable of error and failure. In fact, the Characters are rather more vulnerable as compared with other well-known role-playing games and can suffer […]
- [Fiends and Phantasms of Yankton](https://bozbat.com/lite-rpg-system/fiends-and-phantasms/): Fiends and Phantasms of Yankton Welcome to Yankton, South Dakota – a charming college town with a dark secret. Beneath its quiet facade, a clandestine organization known as The Domains Conclave operates, dedicated to protecting our reality from forces beyond imagination. In Fiends and Phantasms of Yankton, you are a newly recruited Level 0 Novice, possessing a unique sensitivity to supernatural phenomena. The universe is filled with infinite layers of realities, or ‘domains,’ that sometimes intersect, unleashing bizarre physics, terrifying creatures, and dangerous supernatural forces into our world. Your mission, as an agent of the Conclave, is to discover and […]
- [Bestiary for Fiends and Phantasms & NowUltraRPG — FREE](https://bozbat.com/lite-rpg-system/bestiary-for-fiends-and-phantasms-nowultrarpg-free/): Bestiary for Fiends and Phantasms & NowUltraRPG — FREE A collection of monsters for Fiends and Phantasms and NowUltraRPG.  NOTE: This is a work in progress so come back to see if there have been any additions or changes. Bestiary for Fiends and Phantasms & NowUltraRPG by SquireWaldo
- [Pulp Kharma](https://bozbat.com/lite-rpg-system/pulp-kharma/): In Pulp Kharma the Player Characters (PCs) are the stars of the show. The stats for each PC fits on a playing card for fast play. All that will be needed to play the game is a single six sided die (D6), and a single twenty sided die (D20) for use on outcome tables if you choose to use them. Making the Characters are almost as much fun as playing them. Needless to say, play is very Pulpy with Characters performing amazing actions, and fighting against outrageous enemies. The Game Master (GM) controls the World and Non-Player Characters (NPCs). The PCs and […]
- [KOOKS Monthly eZine](https://bozbat.com/lite-rpg-system/kooks-monthly-ezine/): KOOKS Monthly eZine About KOOKS Monthly KOOKS (pronounced as K-UW-K-S phonetically) stands for the Keepers of Odd Knowledge Society, an ancient and revered secret society… so secret that no one has ever heard of it until now. Welcome. KOOKS Monthly is an eZine offering free, fresh, and intriguing content for Indie tabletop role-playing games inspired by or derived from Microlite20 and other Rules-Lite systems. Full adventure settings, unique items, and interesting NPCs created by the authors can be used in whole or in part, as the reader wishes. Also, there are interesting reviews of role-playing games that may be of […]
- [KOOKS 2d10 RPG](https://bozbat.com/lite-rpg-system/kooks-2d10-rpg/): KOOKS 2d10 RPG KOOKS stands for the Keepers of Odd Knowledge Society, an ancient and revered secret society… so secret that no one has ever heard of it until now. KOOKS 2d10 RPG is a set of rules for playing traditional tabletop role playing games often played by KOOKS. It is intended to be a ‘rules-lite’ yet complete set of rules. What is the 2d10 system you ask? It is intended to replace the 1d20 used commonly in some RPG systems. I think the big advantage of using 2d10 instead of 1d20 is that the roll results in a ‘bell curve’ with […]
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- [NowUltraRPG](https://bozbat.com/lite-rpg-system/nowultrarpg/): NowUltraRPG In NowUltraRPG you step into a world where excitement and technology collide, birthing extraordinary adventures in the modern era. Corporate boardrooms conceal secrets, while danger prowls the city streets. Ancient prophecies intertwine with viral trends, shaping destinies in unexpected ways. In NowUltraRPG, you’ll unravel the hidden mysteries of our contemporary reality. Drawing inspiration from the classic d20 system and seamlessly integrating the streamlined mechanics of Microlite20, this game offers both depth and accessibility. Whether you’re a hacker exposing government conspiracies, a corporate spy wielding cutting-edge techno-gadgets, or a paranormal investigator deciphering cryptic texts, your fate awaits. Fast-paced, immersive, and brimming […]
- [From Muskets to Rifles](https://bozbat.com/wargames/from-muskets-to-rifles/): From Muskets to Rifles… Fast Play Wargame for 19th Century Conflicts From Muskets to Rifles… is based upon C’est la Guerre: Fast Play Wargame for the Age of Muskets. This system was designed to provide a fast yet satisfying game play, not necessarily a “realistic” simulation of battle recreation. Bases or ‘Units’ in the game do not represent a certain number of men or artillery pieces but are abstract representations of force. From Muskets to Rifles…uses At the beginning of the 19th Century European armies were mostly armed with smooth bore muzzle loading muskets and bronze smooth bore muzzle loading artillery. These armies […]
- [C'est la Guerre](https://bozbat.com/wargames/cest-la-guerre/): C’est la Guerre – Fast Play Wargame for the Age of Muskets As the technology of war advanced the musket became the great equalizer. If your troops would fire, the enemy would incur casualties, regardless of whether your troops were the better trained or the more experienced. The effect of a thousand poorly trained, ill commanded troops firing into a block of men should not be ignored. Therefore a simple system was developed to account for a unit suffering losses. In ancient battles the general is more important in combat, but in modern battles the chain of command is more […]
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- [Lite RPG Systems](https://bozbat.com/lite-rpg-system/): Lite RPGs I love Lite or UltraLite Role Playing Games. Here are links to my Lite and UltraLite RPG games: Ancient Elements RPG — A traditional RPG for OSR gaming. Fiends and Phantasms System — A set of rules aimed at paranormal investigations. Grit and Bullets — A Western Themed RPG. The Hobo Way — Survival in the Urban Jungle! KOOKS 2d10 RPG — My House Version of the Microlite20 Purest Essence. NowUltraRPG — A Modern Themed RPG. NullamFortunamRPG — Set Aside Your Dice for You Shall Use Them No More! — a diceless game I am working on to varying degrees of satisfaction… Small Survivors — […]
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