Fade to Black playtest

Welcome to the rain-soaked streets and dimly lit back alleys of 1940s Chicago.

These playtest materials offer an early glimpse into Fade to Black, a narrative-driven tabletop roleplaying game where you'll step into the shoes of hard-boiled detectives, cunning con artists, desperate gamblers, and other denizens of the city's underbelly.

Forget complex rules and endless combat simulations. Fade to Black emphasizes storytelling and character development. With a streamlined system built around skills, flaws, and narrative choices, you'll be weaving intricate tales of intrigue and desperation in no time.

Inside this playtest:

 * A taste of the Noir World of Chicago: Immerse yourself in a city of stark contrasts, where secrets lurk in every shadow and trust is a rare commodity.

 * Introduction to the Streamlined System: Discover the easy-to-learn rules that keep the focus on the story.

 * Core Concepts: Get a feel for skills, flaws, and how narrative choices drive the game.

 * Optional Character Goals: Explore a mechanic to further engage with your character's motivations and earn rewards.

This is a work in progress! Your feedback is invaluable in shaping the final version of Fade to Black. Dive into the shadows, experience the grit of 1940s Chicago, and let us know what you think.

Step into the darkness. Your story begins here.

About the Character Sheet

The character sheet for Fade to Black is designed to enhance the game's noir atmosphere. Imagine a detective's "crime board," filled with photos, notes, and evidence connected by threads. The sheet uses this visual metaphor to organize your character's information:

Please Note: The character sheet is currently in a conceptual phase. We are exploring the best way to present this information visually and functionally. Your feedback on its clarity, usability, and thematic effectiveness is highly valued as we continue to develop it.