Dystopian Adventure

Number of Sessions 5–7 Exploration Scenes 1 long voyage in outer space, plagued by attacks; 2–3 explorations of sites in urban environments or outer space; 1 prison break, heist, or other test of skill Combat Encounters 4 trivial, 7 low, 7 moderate, 4 severe, possibly 1 extreme. Foes are often intelligent and represent rival factions, law enforcement, or outlaws. Roleplaying Encounters 2 battles of wits, 2 chances to best opponents with deception or threats, 2 opportunities to gather information and rumors Encounter Tropes Stakes are often more personal, such as the PCs clearing their names from a false accusation or being paid to eliminate a problem. Betrayal, ambushes, and other duplicity. Urban disasters, piracy, and unfriendly crowds. Allies are often untrustworthy and might betray the PCs during the adventure. Downtime might include hard labor, exploring seedy night clubs and dives, or criminal activities.