- Canonicity: The notes included herein contain additional explanations and details that expand upon material presented in the main rulebook and are considered part of the core rules.
Additional Notes:
* Attribute Tests: When making an Attribute test, the target number varies depending on the task's difficulty. Players usually aim for a Target Number of a 10, but certain feats might increase the Target Number, with penalties for each point above the base of 10.
* Character Creation: To create a character, player select five attributes from the list that best represent the character's natural aptitudes and abilities- these are their Attributes. They then select Distinctions, Abilities, and Equipment that reflect the character's background, skills, and resources.
* Distinctions: A Distinction is a unique trait or feature of a character. Distinction can be used to define the character's identity and inform their actions and decisions.
* Challenges: Challenges represent tasks or obstacles that characters must overcome to progress. To succeed at a challenge, players roll on of their character's Attributes and accumulate Successes.
* Game Master (GM): The Game Master oversees the game and manages aspects like scene-setting, narrative control, and non-player characters (NPCs).
Advanced Rules:
- Critical Successes/Failures: Rolling double sixes generates a Critical Success, while double ones indicate a Critical Failure. Both confer special benefits or consequences on the character.
- Experience: Players earn XP for overcoming challenges and completing goals, and this XP can be used to acquire new Abilities and Distinctions during character advancement.
- Stunts: Stunts let players perform exceptional actions and maneuvers by expending Fate Points.
Remember: Have fun. This game thrives on creativity and collaboration, so encourage your players and let them shape the narrative. And don't hesitate to adapt or expand upon the rules as needed to enhance your gaming experience.