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Shadow of the Weird Wizard

Core Rules
Heroic fantasy adventure using the streamlined engine behind Shadow of the Demon Lord
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fantasy
HeroicBeginner-FriendlyFast SessionsGM-FriendlyCharacter Building
Languages: English
Diced20
System FamilyStandalone
Cost$$
LicenseWeird Wizard SRD
PublisherSchwalb Entertainment
Year2024
Complexity Low
Accessibility High
Community Low

Core Mechanic

Roll d20 + modifier vs. target number 10. Boons and banes (d6s) modify the roll. Luck replaces traditional experience, driving both advancement and dramatic moments.

Best For

Groups who want a lighter, heroic take on the Shadow of the Demon Lord engine with fast play and deep character options.

Highlights

Streamlined rules with few exceptions, novice/expert/master path system offers deep character combinations, Luck mechanic doubles as advancement and resource currency

Considerations

Setting tightly coupled to core rules, shares most mechanics with Shadow of the Demon Lord