A new dark fantasy solo tabletop role-playing game, Wrath of the Wyvern, has launched on Kickstarter. Set in the Umbral Highlands, a land where humanity struggles to survive under the threat of monstrous wyverns, the game casts players as a lone hunter tasked with reclaiming the world from these fearsome creatures. Inspired by Scottish Celtic mythology, the game blends exploration, survival, and tactical combat into a solo RPG experience.
Wrath of the Wyvern introduces a Fate Card system, which replaces traditional dice rolls. This system, powered by the Fury Engine, is designed to create fast-paced, strategic, and cinematic encounters. Players navigate an open-world hexcrawl, making decisions that influence the fate of the Highlands. The game emphasizes replayability, with branching storylines and faction dynamics adding depth to each playthrough.
Combat is a central element, utilizing a custom Tarot-sized card deck to manage attacks, defenses, and special abilities. Players spend Stamina Points (SP) to execute actions and must adapt to the unique behaviors of their enemies. Survival mechanics, such as hunger, exhaustion, and changing weather conditions, further enhance the exploration experience.
The Umbral Highlands are a perilous and richly detailed world. Players will encounter legendary monsters from Scottish folklore, including the Wulver, Ghillie Dhu, and Kelpie, as well as the game’s primary antagonists: the Sons of Rivesk, ancient and formidable wyverns. Each wyvern battle is a multi-phase event, requiring careful planning and strategy.
In addition to hunting wyverns, players can rebuild Crag Keep, the ruined fortress of the Skyfire Order, and recruit allies to aid in their quest. The game also features arcane powers and legendary weapons, offering players opportunities to wield powerful magic and craft unique tools.
Backers of Wrath of the Wyvern will receive a premium package that includes a 140+ page hardcover rulebook, a massive hexcrawl map of the Umbral Highlands, a Wyvern Showdown battlemap, a hero miniature, and access to the Isle of Skye expansion. The game will be available in English, Spanish, Italian, and French, with each translation handled by a native speaker.
The campaign will run until April 3, giving potential backers 28 days to pledge their support.
Source: Tabletop Gaming News
