Very cool, thanks for sharing! I did not get a chance to read the whole thing yet but a skim+your comments make me excited. How do you think your system compares to others out there? I'm always looking for a great Pokémon ttrpg to actually get to the table!
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I can relate. Our group's all time favorite NPC is literally named TBD 😅
Never realized Pathfinder 1e had hex crawl rules!
For tokens on the VTT I use: https://rolladvantage.com/tokenstamp/ . I'm still experimenting with music but my group usually just throws on a random YouTube playlist.
Agreed, things like the Summoner's Eidolon also come to mind. As OP said, I imagine you could also find a group and adventure, potentially homebrewed, who just wanted to do an investigation/exploration and avoid fights but that is not bog standard Pathfinder and if that's your jam a different system focused on that style of play might be better. But back to your original question, I think it'd be tough as you need to do something in combat.
Like everyone else, I can't recommend Pathbuilder 2e enough! I even paid for it although the basic version does almost everything (with ads). The only bummer is that the app and web version are separate purchase.
I experienced the same thing so I'm thinking it may have been down.
Some other classics I love that I haven't seen recommended yet:
- Power Grid
- Ticket to Ride
- Puerto Rico
- Agricola
- Viticulture
I agree with pretty much everyone else too! There are a ton of great boardgames to explore and starting with Catan and a regular group is a great place to be in.
Thanks for the mini-review!
Have you had a chance to use it?
I like combining Athletics action (Trip, Shove, etc) with Assurance on low(er) level enemies.