Infinite Horizon TTRPG System
System Overview
Infinite Horizons is a versatile and intuitive roleplaying system designed to empower players and Game Masters to create and explore any story across an endless array of genres. It balances robust mechanics with narrative flexibility, ensuring every adventure is unique and engaging.
Core Mechanics
Infinite Horizons employs a simple yet powerful dice pool system. When a character attempts a challenging action, they build a dice pool based on their inherent Traits and learned Skills. Each die rolling 7 or higher counts as a success, with 10s exploding for critical outcomes. This mechanic ensures quick resolution while allowing for dramatic highs and lows.
Character Creation
The character creation process in Infinite Horizons is designed to be flexible and intuitive. Players allocate points to six core Traits (Body, Finesse, Wits, Awareness, Presence, Resolve) and twenty-four diverse Skills, allowing for deep customization. This system supports a vast array of character concepts, from mighty warriors and cunning spies to brilliant inventors and arcane scholars, all tailored to fit the specific needs of your chosen genre.
Scenario Resolution
Actions and challenges are resolved through opposed rolls or against a difficulty set by the Game Master. Successes are directly compared, with net successes determining the outcome. This dynamic approach keeps the narrative flowing and ensures that every action, whether in combat or social interaction, feels impactful and contributes directly to the story.
Combat and Damage
Combat in Infinite Horizons is fast-paced and narrative-driven, with all actions happening simultaneously. Damage is tracked using a unique Wound Track (Minor, Major, Critical), where the severity of wounds is determined by net successes. A character's Body and Resolve Traits directly influence their resilience, allowing them to shrug off minor blows. There are no separate damage rolls or static armor, emphasizing active defense and the direct consequence of successes.
Progression and Advancement
Infinite Horizons supports continuous character growth and development. As characters overcome challenges, achieve goals, and participate in adventures, they gain experience that can be used to improve their existing Traits and Skills, learn new abilities, and adapt to the evolving narrative.
Narrative Focus
The system places a strong emphasis on collaborative storytelling. Players are encouraged to describe their character's intent and approach, influencing the mechanics used for resolution. This fosters a rich, immersive experience where the shared narrative is paramount, and the rules serve to enhance the unfolding story.
