Have you ever seen a GM's carefully laid plans devoured by a cursed item and player ingenuity? #ttrpg #dnd #rpg #meme
Developer and publisher of roleplaying games and card games, including Shadows Over Sol, Age of Ambition, Against the Dark Yogi and more! Website: https://tabcreations.com Kickstarter: https://buff.ly/4dYdgi2 Linktree: https://linktr.ee/tabcreations
13,469 followers 12,602 following 1,072 posts
view profile on Bluesky
Have you ever seen a GM's carefully laid plans devoured by a cursed item and player ingenuity? #ttrpg #dnd #rpg #meme
Missed the #Kickstarter? Late pledges for are open! #ShadowsOverSol is an award-winning #scifi #horror #TTRPG where you and your team venture into the hungry void of outer space. You'll explore derelict ships, make deals with shady corps and try to survive the horrors hounding your every move.
GM Tip: Not everything has to tie into the main plot. Let some encounters resolve in total isolation or hint at other distant and unrelated plot threads. #ttrpg #dnd #rpg #ttrpgCommunity
That looks like a pretty good haul! Personally, I'm a black licorice and Bit-O-Honey kind of guy, but I know that's not for everyone.
Great review of #ShadowsOverSol over on @wargamer.com! #ttrpg #dnd #ttrpgsky #rpg #tabletop #gaming
Has one of your player character's casual attitudes ever clashed hilariously with a serious campaign moment? #ttrpg #dnd #rpg #meme
Welcome to the pack! Please consider sharing. bsky.app/profile/tabc...
When the party joins a traveling merchant company, they encounter dinosaurs, fight bandits, meet tribes—both friendly and hostile—and uncover a relic that could rewrite their understanding of history. Time Forgot is available! https://buff.ly/0JGRbwc #ttrpg #dnd #rpg #pulp #fantasy
When in doubt, Keep It Simple. A clean, easy-to-understand core mechanic is almost always better than a complex one that needs a flowchart to explain. Simplicity makes your game more accessible and easier to play. (9/9) #KISS #TTRPGdesign #GameDesign #RPG
A hard truth: Don't count on widespread online playtest feedback. Most people don't have time to play a half-finished game. Cherish any feedback you do get from strangers online, but rely on your immediate circle first. (8/9) #Playtesting #TTRPG #GameDev #IndieGameDev
Don't be afraid to kill your darlings. That clever mechanic you spent a week on might just not work in practice. If it's clunky, confusing or slows down play, it likely should be cut. Be ruthless for the good of the overall design. (7/9) #TTRPGdesign #GameDevTips #IndieRPG #Design
Come to terms with the fact that what you want from the game isn't going to be what all people want from the game. Not all feedback you get will fit your vision. Learn to differentiate helpful critique from ill-fitting suggestions. (6/9) #GameDesign #TTRPG #IndieDev #RPGdesign
Playtest, playtest, PLAYTEST. Run your game as often as you can. Enlist your friends and your gaming group. Actively seek out feedback, take good notes and iterate on your design. This is where a game is truly forged. (5/9) #Playtesting #TTRPGdesign #GameDev #RPG
Design the game YOU want to play. You're going to be its number one playtester during development. If you aren't passionate about the core concept, you'll burn out long before it's done. Make it for yourself first. (4/9) #TTRPG #IndieRPG #GameDesign #PassionProject
Start small! Your first project shouldn't be a 500-page tome. A one-page RPG, a small adventure or a focused micro-game is a fantastic way to learn the ropes and, most importantly, actually finish something. (3/9) #OnePageRPG #TTRPGdesign #GameDevTips #RPGdesign
Before you get too deep, outline your goals. What experience are you trying to build? Define your game's identity by what it is, not by what it isn't (e.g., avoid "it's like D&D but better"). Give your game a strong conceptual foundation. (2/9) #TTRPG #GameDesign #RPG #IndieDev
Some tips for breaking into tabletop RPG design! (1/9) To create an RPG, you must first WRITE one. Pick a concept and go for it. Don't let the perfect be the enemy of the good. Just get something on the page. Your journey begins with that first paragraph. #TTRPGdesign #GameDev #RPGdesign #IndieRPG
GM Tip: Your players don't know what you have planned and they probably won't know if you screw up somewhere. Corollary: Your players don't know what you have planned and no matter how many hooks you hang for them, they are going to do something you didn't plan for. #ttrpg #dnd #rpg #ttrpgCommunity
I was on the fence about backing SHADOWS OVER SOL - I have a half-dozen sci-fi horror games on my shelf, and eventually they all blur together - but I stumbled across this 2018 write-up from the designer and was so enamored with their thoughtful approach that I snuck in a pledge.
When has one of your character concepts or your game's campaign premise unexpectedly overlapped with another player's or the GM's? Any funny stories? #ttrpg #dnd #rpg #meme
Thank you!
Shadows Over Sol 2e is Funded! Thank you to everyone who supported us! We couldn't have done this without you! Now it's time to buckle down and get production underway. To everyone else, thank you also for bearing with us. Now back to your regularly scheduled memes.
7 hours left to go in the #ShadowsOverSol 2e #Kickstarter! 🪐 We've unlocked the monstrosity cards and are now chipping away at the final stretch goal! 👇 CHECK IT OUT 👇 www.kickstarter.com/projects/tab... #ttrpg #ttrpgsky #alienrpg #mothershiprpg #dnd #rpg #scifi #horror #ttrpgs
14 hours left and we've nearly unlocked the next stretch goal! Come check out #ShadowsOverSol 2e on #Kickstarter! It's an award-winning #scifi #horror #TTRPG with #FoundryVTT support! It's an #IndieRPG like #TheExpanse crossed with #Alien and with a dash of #Cyberpunk mixed in. #dnd #rpg
Me too. It's a great way to play!
Less than 24 hours to go with the #ShadowsOverSol 2e #RPG #Kickstarter! #FoundryVTT support has been unlocked and is included with all bundle pledge levels! A #TTRPG like #TheExpanse crossed with #Alien and with a dash of #Cyberpunk mixed in. Come explore a dark future of hard #scifi and #horror!
Backed #ShadowsOverSol 2E last night. If the digital bundle pledges grant access to any potential Foundry VTT unlocked stretch goals, then it's a fairly cheap pledge for granting VTT access. I also have zero familiarity wth Shadows Over Sol so this is my first real exposure.
Good news! The Digital Bundle comes with Foundry VTT support!
GM Tip: When prepping a session, aim to craft short scenes with concrete details. Within each scene have something like 3-7 bullet points reminding you of things you wanted to mention, details about the room, beginnings of an NPC speech, etc. #ttrpg #dnd #ttrpgCommunity #rpg
Final 44 hours for #ShadowsOverSol 2e. We have almost unlocked #FoundryVTT support! Check it out! 🪐 tinyurl.com/3esm43m4 Tell your friends. Tell your gaming group. Tell your online communities. Together we can make it happen! #ttrpg #dnd #ttrpgsky #mothershiprpg #alienrpg #rpg #vtt #kickstarter
That is amazing!
What character dynamic has unexpectedly blossomed in your campaigns, defying initial expectations? #ttrpg #dnd #rpg #meme
Three days left in the #ShadowsOverSol 2e #Kickstarter! 🎲 6 stretch goals unlocked! 🎲 3 left to go! 🎲 Thank you for your support! #ttrpg #alienrpg #ttrpgsky #mothershiprpg #ttrpgcommunity #dnd #crowdfunding #gaming #scifi #horror #rpg #indierpg
What #openGaming license would people in the #ttrpgCommunity recommend these days? It used to be that OGL was the go-to license for #ttrpgs, but its use seems to have withered away after the events of 2023. Would you recommend ORC? Creative Commons? Something else? #ttrpg #dnd #indiegame #dnd
GM Tip: Want your players to hate the villain? Have her impose annoying inconveniences on the party. For example, if the villain is a corrupt city ruler. Have her soldiers impose a tax on the party, or search their possessions and seize an object of moderate value. #ttrpg #dnd #rpg #ttrpgCommunity
There's one week left to go in the Shadows Over Sol 2e Kickstarter, and we're closing in on the fifth stretch goal. This game is going to be awesome. 👉 tinyurl.com/3esm43m4 Tell your friends; tell you gaming group; tell your online communities!
In my head I read this comment to the tune of Transformers' "Robots is Disguise" line.
What's the most surprisingly epic encounter your party has had with a seemingly mundane creature? #ttrpg #dnd #rpg #meme
I've played plenty of older "programmed" games like Lone Wolf or Fighting Fantasy. And I've done "roll on a table and make it up as you go" games like Mythic GM Emulator. They're very different experiences. Is one of these more in the zeitgeist than the other? Or is something different popular?
Hey #ttrpgCommunity! We've been getting a lot of questions about solo mode in #ttrpgs, so it's clearly part of the zeitgeist. Can you point us at some good solo RPGs? What's the core feature that makes them solo? What would you want from a solo game? #ttrpg #rpg #dnd #ttrpgsky
GM Tip: #WorldBuilding is something we do for ourselves most of the time, not for the players. There's no need to lore dump. Let it come out organically, in drips and drabs. The players will engage with the parts they're interested in; the rest is irrelevant. #ttrpg #dnd #ttrpgCommunity
I have the first edition of Shadows Over Sol and it's a really neat game. Glad to see Tab Creations are currently running a successful Kickstarter campaign for a 2nd Edition of the game/ Worth checking out if you like sci-fi horror games!
Have you ever been in a group with that one player whose character embraces evil a little too much? #ttrpg #dnd #rpg #meme
Judging by the quickstart, I really like the Sol 2e mechanics. The introductory adventure is well written...and I like the overall aesthetic of the game. Backed...obviously.
Explore derelicts. Bargain with corps. Face the terrors of the void. Shadows Over Sol 2e brings survival horror to the stars—body & mind alike. Now on #Kickstarter! (9/9) #ttrpg #scifirpg #promosky #ShadowsOverSol
In #ShadowsOverSol, survival means more than keeping your oxygen flowing. The Stress & Panic system weaves mental endurance into every mission, making horror feel real. (8/9) #ttrpgsky #rpg #bluesky #horrorrpg
Recovery is possible but costly. Treatment needs time, resources & professional care. Survival isn’t just about winning fights, it’s about protecting your crew’s minds. (7/9) #ttrpg #scifi #horror #scifirpg
Mental Breaks mark lasting trauma. Phobias, fixations & other weaknesses stick with you until treated. Space changes people... and not always for the better. (6/9) #ttrpg #rpg #horrorrpg #ttrpgcommunity
Panic fallout can endanger the whole crew: missed actions, compromised safety, even violent outbursts. Space doesn’t forgive mistakes, and panic makes them deadly. (5/9) #ttrpg #horrorrpg #indierpg #gaming
Panic triggers a Willpower test. ✔ Success: You gain more stress but stay in control. ❌ Failure: You suffer panic effects—hesitation, tremors, breakdowns or worse. High stakes. (4/9) #ttrpgcommunity #rpg #scifirpg #alienrpg
Stress is double-edged. You can invoke a Stress Boon for a bonus on key tests, but risk panic if the die/card falls equal to or under your stress level. Gamble with your sanity for survival! (3/9) #ttrpg #gaming #mothershiprpg #horrorrpg
Characters gain Stressed consequences when facing horrors: terrifying encounters, shocking events or failed crucial tasks. Stress tracks how close you are to panic... or collapse. (2/9) #ttrpgsky #rpg #scifirpg #horrorrpg #ShadowsOverSol
Space is a hostile environment. In #ShadowsOverSol 2e, survival isn’t just about your body; it’s about your mind. The Stress & Panic system makes psychological strain a key part of the horror. (1/9) #ttrpg #scifi #horror #indierpg
5 stretch goals down and 4 more to go! So far we've unlocked: ✔️ Character cards ✔️ Loadout cards ✔️ VTT asset pack ✔️ ORC license ✔️ Automated sheet Check it out 👉 www.kickstarter.com/projects/tab... #ttrpgsky #ttrpg #rpg #dnd #kickstarter #ttrpgs #ttrpgcommunity
I'd love to!
I'm looking for more places to scream "buy my games" into the void. If you have a #ttrpg blog, podcast, newsletter or unusually active discussion group, let me know! #dnd #ttrpgCommunity #ttrpgsky
Welcome to the pack. Please consider sharing. bsky.app/profile/tabc...
GM Tip: Communicate with your players. There are multiple styles of running and playing #ttrpgs, ranging from linear stories with a central plot to open world sandboxes. It's best for everyone to be on the same page and know what to expect. #ttrpg #dnd #ttrpgCommunity
Does your party ever refuse to flee from an unwinnable fight? #ttrpg #dnd #rpg #meme
Welcome to the pack! Please consider sharing. bsky.app/profile/tabc...
Welcome to the pack! Please consider sharing. bsky.app/profile/tabc...
Welcome to the pack! Please consider sharing. bsky.app/profile/tabc...
Welcome to the pack! Please consider sharing. bsky.app/profile/tabc...
Welcome to the pack! Please consider sharing. bsky.app/profile/tabc...
Welcome to the pack! Please consider sharing. bsky.app/profile/tabc...
Welcome to the pack! Please consider sharing. bsky.app/profile/tabc...
For the "feel" is #ShadowsOverSol, think #TheExpanse crossed with #Alien and with a dash of #Cyberpunk mixed in for good measure.
Shadows Over Sol has more of a fleshed out setting, has deeper character creation and is less retro than Mothership. It's "push your luck" Stress system somewhat similar to Alien's. And it supports a broader swath of sci-fi horror vibes.
Welcome to the pack! Please consider sharing. bsky.app/profile/tabc...
Welcome to the pack! Please consider sharing. bsky.app/profile/tabc...
#ShadowsOverSol is an award-winning #scifi #horror #TTRPG where you and your team venture into the hungry void of outer space. You'll explore derelict ships, make deals with shady corps and try to survive the horrors encroaching upon your every move. Now on #Kickstarter 👉 tinyurl.com/3esm43m4
Welcome to the pack! Please consider sharing. bsky.app/profile/tabc...
Welcome to the pack! Please consider sharing. bsky.app/profile/tabc...
Welcome to the pack! Please consider sharing. bsky.app/profile/tabc...
Welcome to the pack! Please consider sharing. bsky.app/profile/tabc...
Welcome to the pack! Please consider sharing. bsky.app/profile/tabc...
Welcome to the pack! Please consider sharing. bsky.app/profile/tabc...
Welcome to the pack! Please consider sharing. bsky.app/profile/tabc...
Welcome to the pack! Please consider sharing. bsky.app/profile/tabc...
Hello #ttrpgsky! It's cleaning time for my #ttrpg #starterpack, removing a few inactive accounts and adding some new and exciting folks. Does anyone have any recommendations on who to add?
GM Tip: When planning a multi-session campaign, always run a Session 0, where the entire group builds characters together and discusses expectations. This way no one ends up blindsided by the tone or planned direction of the game. #ttrpg #dnd #ttrpgCommunity #rpg
Has your GM ever hit you with a curveball so wild it changed the very fabric of the game world? #ttrpg #dnd #rpg #meme
Shadows Over Sol is an award-winning #scifi #horror #RPG where you’ll: 🛰 Explore derelict spaceships 💀 Face bioengineered horrors 🏢 Deal with shady corps Shadows Over Sol 2e makes it faster & easier than ever. #TTRPG #Kickstarter
Advancement is wide open. Improve stats & skills through play and downtime. No restrictions from geneline or role. Characters grow organically with the story. (8/9) #TTRPG #IndieRPG #RPG #Gaming
GMs aren’t left out either! The toolkit lets you design custom genelines & roles. Craft your own dark future to challenge your players in new & horrific ways. (7/9) #TTRPG #SciFiHorror #ShadowsOverSol
Quick one-shot tonight? No problem. Characters are ready in minutes! Long campaign ahead? Shadows Over Sol 2e also supports full point-buy customization: deep, detailed & fully balanced. (6/9) #ttrpgsky #ttrpgcommunity #bluesky #promosky
3️⃣ Finishing Touches Wrap up with a few final scores + a contact or bonus skill. Want more flavor? Add a weakness or subculture. You’ll have a ready-to-play character in no time! (5/9) #ttrpgdesign #ttrpg #opengaming #rpg
2️⃣ Choose a Role Your role sets your place on the team with key skills, gear & weapons. From Drifter to Scientist, Enforcer to Technician, every role brings unique strengths. (4/9) #ttrpg #indierpg #shadowsoversol #scifirpg #horrorrpg
1️⃣ Pick a Geneline Your geneline defines your aptitudes: 8 core stats + Edge score. Some excel in raw numbers, others grant extra Edge for important survival moments. The 1e genelines all return in 2e! (3/9) #tttrpg #alienrpg #mothershiprpg #scifihorror
Character creation in #ShadowsOverSol 2e takes just 3 steps: 1️⃣ Pick a geneline 2️⃣ Choose a role 3️⃣ Add finishing touches Get your crew ready for the void in minutes! (2/9) #ttrpg #scifi #horror #tabletop #gaming
Today I want to post about #ShadowsOverSol 2e character creation. It's fast, flexible & terrifyingly fun. (1/9) But before I begin, here's the obligatory #Kickstarter link: 👉 tinyurl.com/3esm43m4 #ttrpg #rpg #ttrpgcommunity #dnd #ttrpgsky
I often ponder how #ttrpgs handle the #horror genre and which game mechanics help set the right tone. (We work hard at this in #ShadowsOverSol) What are the best mechanics you've seen for emphasizing horror in a #ttrpg? #ttrpgCommunity #dnd #ttrpgsky
We're so glad to hear what you like about the game!
GM Tip: Don't be afraid to change your plans at any moment - even mid-battle - if you think it will help your players have fun. You can always regroup and re-plan later, between sessions. #ttrpg #dnd #ttrpgCommunity #rpg
The big one I can think of is Warhammer fantasy, which uses brass pennies. But I seem to remember Rolemaster/MERP having brass coins as well.
What's the pettiest reason you've ever had for attacking an NPC? #ttrpg #dnd #rpg #meme
Check out our #ShadowsOverSol 2e interview with Mildra the Monk! #ttrpgsky #rpg #dnd #ttrpg #gaming #tabletop
Thank you!
We're a little over a week into the #ShadowsOverSol 2e #Kickstarter and are most of the way to the 4th stretch goal! At this point I want to give a big thank you to everyone who has supported us, and a word of encouragement to everyone who is considering supporting us. Thank you! #ttrpgsky #tttrpg
GM Tip: Let the players do the work of deciding where to focus your descriptions and then wing it! If they're telling you they're interested in "the cupboard in the corner," just make up something about it even if it's 1 brass coin wedged under one of the feet to stop it from rocking. #ttrpg #dnd