The Village Beneath the Great Tree

Introduction

In the harsh environment of the desolate plains, only the Great Trees offer refuge. Villages thrive beneath the arcane ward of their protective canopy from the foul creatures that lurk in the wilderness. The survival of a Village depends on generations of voluntary Guardians. 

This is a collaborative storytelling mirco-TTRPG growth and generations. All that is required are pens/pencils, paper, d4s, d6s, d8s, 1-4 players, a GM or unbiased player to serve as adjudicator, and creative imaginations.

Goal

Starting from a foot high sapling, the players will take on the roles of Guardians defending their Great Tree and Village as Events unfold through the years. Players may take on the role of a single Guardian or multiple generations of Guardians.

Mechanics

There are three simple stats, Brains, Brawn, and Bravado, with dice assigned to each. As Guardians fail, they grow, upgrading their die for that applicable stat until something compels them to "retire" and a new Guardian takes their place. Guardians can also confer Lessons to future Guardians, helping them start on a stronger foundation than previous generations.

Resolution is a simple "meet or beat" success roll focused on collaborative storytelling and creative problem solving than tactical combat. Players will travel through years with the Guardians as they protect a growing Great Tree and Village.