Introduction to Hacking the Fall System

Welcome, fellow survivors of the apocalypse and creators of new worlds. Today, we embark on a journey not just through the ruins of the old world but into the heart of creativity itself. This is the beginning of “Hacking the Fall System,” a series dedicated to the art of game modification, adaptation, and the sheer joy of customizing your post-apocalyptic adventures.

Let me take a step back from writing for Dawnfall and present you with an idea I’ve had for a while and wanted to explore a bit further.

Why Hack?

In the vast wasteland of our game world, where the remnants of the old clash with the seeds of the new, we find stories waiting to be told. “Dawnfall” was built on the foundation of flexibility and creativity, offering a framework for endless exploration and storytelling. But the true potential of this world lies not just within the pages of the rulebook but in the imaginations of those who traverse these desolate lands.

Hacking the game system is about taking the skeletal structure of “Dawnfall” and fleshing it out with your visions. It’s about altering rules, inventing new ones, and reimagining the game world to fit the stories you want to tell. Whether it’s introducing new magic systems, creating uncharted territories, or developing complex NPC factions, hacking allows you to tailor the gaming experience to your group’s preferences and narratives.

The Role of Creativity

Creativity is the lifeblood of “Hacking the Fall System.” It’s about looking at the mechanics and narrative elements of “Dawnfall” and asking, “What if?” What if the apocalypse had magic? What if the AI overlords had won completely? What if humanity had taken to the stars? What if I want to use the Fall System for my favorite fantasy game? What if I wanted a dice system instead of a diceless one? These questions are the seeds from which new game experiences grow.

Adaptation is key. Not every hack will fit every playstyle or campaign, but the beauty of hacking is in the experimentation. It’s about adapting the system to meet the needs of your story, whether that means simplifying combat, expanding the Effort system, or creating new character archetypes.

Also, bear in mind that these will be my raw ideas; some might see life as new settings, new expansions for existing settings, but for the most part these will be raw and unedited.

The Community’s Canvas

Se7en Sagas is not just the brainchild of a guy behind a computer using The AI as tool; it’s a community. A living, evolving collaboration between its creators and its players. “Hacking the Fall System” is an invitation to all of you to contribute to this evolving world. Share your hacks, your stories, and your ideas. Let’s build this world together, piece by piece, hack by hack.

How to Participate

We want to hear from you, see your creations, and share them with the wider community. Whether it’s a new setting, a tweak to the existing mechanics, or an entirely new rule system, we’re looking for hacks that inspire creativity and bring new experiences to the table.

Submit your hacks through via email, or reply to this post. Selected hacks will be featured on the blog, showcasing the incredible talent and imagination of our community.

The Journey Begins

“Hacking the Fall System” is more than just a series of blog posts; it’s a manifesto for creativity, a call to action for all who wish to explore the limits of what “Dawnfall” can be. Let’s take this journey together, crafting new worlds from the ashes of the old, and proving that even in the aftermath of apocalypse, imagination knows no bounds.