This is not a 1 to 1 conversion of video game mechanics but a careful adaption to capture the spirit of the games. Chrono Trigger<\/em>, in particular, adapts well to a tactical roleplaying system. The dynamic animations, the interaction with the map, the clever use of positioning, the combination techinques… It’s all there but automated. This system breaks it down for a group of roleplayers to tell their own stories with Chrono<\/em> style mechanics.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Throughout the blog you’ll find design commentary from me in this format.<\/p>\n\n\n\n I wanted the system to be streamlined for play by post. That included no random number generation by players and less probability\/more certainty. These elements easily can be adjusted for a more traditional tabletop experience.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n Once I complete the first game using this system I’ll publicly share the Game Master materials including the spreadsheet and bestiary. I will also make some final edits to the system at that point and then collate it all into a PDF for ease of access.<\/p>\n\n\n\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/kaihaku.net\/Chrono\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/Kaihaku.png\")
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