SOAR - Revision history

Eamon: Removed because the text is not part of the commons license

2010-01-03T02:44:54Z

Removed because the text is not part of the commons license

70.233.173.238: /* Project Overview */

2010-01-02T07:09:54Z

Project Overview

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	===Project Overview===		===Project Overview===

	The SOAR rulebook is still being written and is in the first draft phase. While the systems and general rules are fairly developed there is still room for improvement and '''the project is seeking co-author(s)'''. E-mail eamonltd@gmail.com to get involved.		The SOAR rulebook is still being written and is in the first draft phase. While the systems and general rules are fairly developed there is still room for improvement and '''the project is seeking co-author(s)'''. E-mail '''eamonltd@gmail.com''' to get involved.

	==Rulebook==		==Rulebook==

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2010-01-02T07:09:26Z

Project Overview

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	===Project Overview===		===Project Overview===

	The SOAR rulebook is still being written and is in the first draft phase. While the systems and general rules are fairly developed there is still room for improvement and '''the project is seeking co-author(s)'''.		The SOAR rulebook is still being written and is in the first draft phase. While the systems and general rules are fairly developed there is still room for improvement and '''the project is seeking co-author(s)'''. E-mail eamonltd@gmail.com to get involved.

	==Rulebook==		==Rulebook==

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2010-01-02T07:08:42Z

Project Overview

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	===Project Overview===		===Project Overview===

	The SOAR rulebook is still being written and is in the first draft phase. While the systems and general rules are fairly developed there is still room for improvement and '''the project is seeking co-author(s)'''~~. Much of the first draft has been removed because the draft is no longer valid for the direction this game will go. The SOAR system will be re-posed in a new form that is truer to its name~~.		The SOAR rulebook is still being written and is in the first draft phase. While the systems and general rules are fairly developed there is still room for improvement and '''the project is seeking co-author(s)'''.

	==Rulebook==		==Rulebook==

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2010-01-02T07:07:51Z

Setting the Numbers

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	====Setting the Numbers====		====Setting the Numbers====

			<table border="1" cellpadding="2" cellspacing="0">
			<tr>
			<td colspan="4" class="xl73" width="99"><div align="left">Ability Ratings </div></td>
			<td colspan="4" class="xl73" width="104"><div align="left">Professions </div></td>
			<td colspan="4" class="xl73" width="104"><div align="left">Skills</div></td>
			</tr>
			<tr>
			<td colspan="3" class="xl68"><div align="center">Terrible </div></td>
			<td class="xl65"><div align="center">-2 </div></td>
			<td colspan="3" class="xl68"><div align="center">Layman </div></td>
			<td class="xl67"><div align="center">-1 </div></td>
			<td colspan="3" class="xl68"><div align="center">Untrained </div></td>
			<td class="xl67"><div align="center">-1 </div></td>
			</tr>
			<tr>
			<td colspan="3" class="xl68"><div align="center">Poor </div></td>
			<td class="xl65"><div align="center">-1 </div></td>
			<td colspan="3" class="xl72"><div align="center">Novice </div></td>
			<td class="xl66"><div align="center">0 </div></td>
			<td colspan="3" class="xl72"><div align="center">Learned </div></td>
			<td class="xl66"><div align="center">0 </div></td>
			</tr>
			<tr>
			<td colspan="3" class="xl72"><div align="center">Fair </div></td>
			<td class="xl66"><div align="center">0 </div></td>
			<td colspan="3" class="xl71"><div align="center">Apprentice </div></td>
			<td class="xl64"><div align="center">+1 </div></td>
			<td colspan="3" class="xl71"><div align="center">Trained </div></td>
			<td class="xl64"><div align="center">+1 </div></td>
			</tr>
			<tr>
			<td colspan="3" class="xl71"><div align="center">Good </div></td>
			<td class="xl64"><div align="center">+1 </div></td>
			<td colspan="3" class="xl71"><div align="center">Journeyman </div></td>
			<td class="xl64"><div align="center">+2 </div></td>
			<td colspan="3" class="xl71"><div align="center">Honed </div></td>
			<td class="xl64"><div align="center">+2 </div></td>
			</tr>
			<tr>
			<td colspan="3" class="xl69"><div align="center">Excellent </div></td>
			<td class="xl64"><div align="center">+2 </div></td>
			<td colspan="3" class="xl69"><div align="center">Master </div></td>
			<td class="xl64"><div align="center">+3 </div></td>
			<td colspan="3" class="xl69"><div align="center">Mastered </div></td>
			<td class="xl64"><div align="center">+3 </div></td>
			</tr>
			</table>

	=====Stats=====		=====Stats=====

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2010-01-02T07:03:53Z

Core Mechanics

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	===Core Mechanics===		===Core Mechanics===

	The action resolution mechanic is a 1d10 "roll under" mechanic with variable handicap ~~roll~~ modifier ~~and~~ dynamically created player content.		The first mechanic is the action resolution mechanic, it is a 1d10 "roll under" mechanic with variable handicap (Skill Vs. Skill) modifier. The second is rules for dynamically created player content.

	====Action Resolution Mechanic====		====Action Resolution Mechanic====

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2010-01-02T06:49:26Z

Character Creation

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	For players looking to start out with some custom created content see Dynamic Content on Page XXX		For players looking to start out with some custom created content see Dynamic Content on Page XXX

	===~~Background~~ Sheet===		===Character Sheet===

	===~~Character Sheet~~===		====Basic Information====

	====~~Character Information~~====		====Setting the Numbers====

	====Stats====		=====Stats=====

	=====Derived=====		=====Derived=====

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2010-01-02T05:37:12Z

Introduction

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	===Introduction===		===Introduction===

	SOAR is designed to be quick and easy to learn and use. The rules provided are meant to guide you on your adventure and provide a simple method action and conflict resolution. The main goal of roleplaying is to have fun. A roleplaying game or system is designed to mimic real life in such a way as to allow players to experiencing the story. Through the use of dice and other random elements SOAR should allow players to influence and even control the outcome of the story based on their choices, ingenuity, imagination and some old-fashioned roll-able luck. This core rulebook is intended to be universal to any setting and generic enough to tell any story and therefore does not provide settings or storylines in expanded detail. However, SOAR settings and storyline books will build on the core rulebook to bring you an easy way to get started in a variety of game settings~~. In addition, some setting options and storyline ideas are found at the end of this rulebook~~. An action and conflict resolution mechanic is used to cover many different situations from normal fist fights, sword fights, and gun fights to fantastic wizard duels and things of that nature. Some things are in SOAR are deliberately left up to the imagination while others are purely for the Narrator and Players and to agree on. Freedom to make SOAR fit your chosen setting and storyline are provided for in the dynamic content mechanic. Unfortunately, the thing that stops most people from playing roleplaying games is the lack of a good setting and storyline. Many free or cheap generic roleplaying systems have far better mechanics than some that cost money but what thay do have is well developed content. SOAR tries to brige that gap by giving you both the generic system to use with many different setting and storyline books.		SOAR is designed to be quick and easy to learn and use. The rules provided are meant to guide you on your adventure and provide a simple method action and conflict resolution. The main goal of roleplaying is to have fun. A roleplaying game or system is designed to mimic real life in such a way as to allow players to experiencing the story. Through the use of dice and other random elements SOAR should allow players to influence and even control the outcome of the story based on their choices, ingenuity, imagination and some old-fashioned roll-able luck. This core rulebook is intended to be universal to any setting and generic enough to tell any story and therefore does not provide settings or storylines in expanded detail. However, a basic fantasy setting with classic professions, skills, and abilities along with a starter storyline are found at the end of this rulebook to get you started. In addition, SOAR settings and storyline books will build on the core rulebook to bring you an easy way to get started in a variety of game settings. An action and conflict resolution mechanic is used to cover many different situations from normal fist fights, sword fights, and gun fights to fantastic wizard duels and things of that nature. Some things are in SOAR are deliberately left up to the imagination while others are purely for the Narrator and Players and to agree on. Freedom to make SOAR fit your chosen setting and storyline are provided for in the dynamic content mechanic. Unfortunately, the thing that stops most people from playing roleplaying games is the lack of a good setting and storyline. Many free or cheap generic roleplaying systems have far better mechanics than some that cost money but what thay do have is well developed content. SOAR tries to brige that gap by giving you both the generic system to use with many different setting and storyline books.

	'''Simple'''		'''Simple'''

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2010-01-02T05:31:19Z

Character Creation

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	==Character Creation==		==Character Creation==

			In SOAR character creation is just that, your imagination creating a character. This needs to fall into certain guidelines to keep play fair and balanced while providing for individuality and personality so that the characters are not all the same old Fighter or Mage.

			Based on the Setting and storyline you have chosen for the adventure you will need to pick a Race and Profession to go with your characters Background, Name, and Appearance. These can be invented by the players using Dynamic Content or selected from the ones listed in the Setting & Storyline Book.

			Depending on the character’s profession you should setup their Stats, Skills, and Abilities to match the kind of adventurer you are building.

			Stats determine how strong, smart, and spiritual your character will be. Skills and Abilities can be invented by the players using Dynamic Content or selected from the ones listed in the Setting & Storyline Book.

			Once the framework for the character has been built it is time to outfit them for the adventure. Starting out is hard and the world does not treat unprepared adventurers kindly. Give your new hero a weapon, armor or clothing, and some tolls and equipment to get them started on the right foot. These can be invented by the players using Dynamic Content or selected from the ones listed in the Setting & Storyline Book. Keep in mind that most characters are on a budget and can’t just start out running around with the “Sword of Truth” or the “Spear of Destiny”!

			Now that the sheet is almost totally filled out we need to set the character up with their starting number of wounds and energy levels. To do this see Setting the Numbers on page XXX

			For players looking to start out with some custom created content see Dynamic Content on Page XXX

	===Background Sheet===		===Background Sheet===

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2010-01-02T05:30:38Z

Core Mechanics

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	===Core Mechanics===		===Core Mechanics===

			The action resolution mechanic is a 1d10 "roll under" mechanic with variable handicap roll modifier and dynamically created player content.

	====Action Resolution Mechanic====		====Action Resolution Mechanic====