Description
Dungeons and Cats in this feline-friendly adaptation of Dungeons and Dragons, is a tabletop role-playing game (RPG) where you and your friends take on the roles of adventurous cats in a magical and mysterious world. Instead of traditional hero characters, you'll be embodying the lives of whiskered wonders, each with their own unique talents and personalities.
The game is guided by a Dungeon Master, who acts as the storyteller and referee. The world of Dungeons & Cats is filled with ancient ruins, hidden treasures, and a plethora of bizarre creatures to encounter. Your group of cat adventurers will embark on epic quests, explore dungeons, and face a variety of challenges, all with a feline twist.
Basic overview of how the game works
It is a role playing game, played using mainly dice, some sheets of paper and the threatre of mind, with optional accessories to help facilitate the gameplay, such as a map, figurines, Dungeon Master screen to hide his machinations behind and more.
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Character Creation
Each player creates their own cat character, choosing from different breeds like tabby, Siamese, Maine Coon, or even rare mythical breeds like the Sphinx Cat. You also select a class that represents your cat's unique abilities, such as the "Pounce Mage" or the "Stealthy Rogue."
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Attributes
Cats in Dungeons & Cats have their own set of attributes, like Agility, Stealth, and Curiosity. These attributes determine your cat's prowess in various situations.
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Dice Rolling
The game utilizes various types of dice, with the 20-sided die (d20) being the most crucial. You roll dice to determine the outcome of your cat's actions, whether it's a daring leap across a chasm, a successful pounce on a pesky rat, or a stealthy approach to a sleeping giant.
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Quests and Adventures
The Dungeon Master weaves a story and presents quests for your group of cats to complete. These quests might involve rescuing a fellow cat from an evil wizard's tower, finding a legendary ball of yarn, or thwarting the plans of a power-hungry dog.
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Combat and Challenges
When your cats encounter dangers, they engage in combat using their unique abilities and dice rolls. You'll pounce, scratch, and hiss your way to victory.
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Role-Playing
A significant part of the game is the role-playing aspect. Players speak and make decisions as their cats would, using their feline instincts and personalities to solve problems and interact with other creatures.
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Character Advancement
As your cats complete quests and overcome challenges, they gain experience points and level up. This allows them to acquire new abilities and improve their existing ones.
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World Exploration
The Dungeons & Cats world is full of mysteries, and exploring the vast and imaginative landscape is a core part of the game. You might uncover hidden catnip gardens, ancient scratching posts, or even a portal to the mythical "Land of Eternal Sunbeams."
Dungeons & Cats is a delightful and imaginative twist on the classic Dungeons & Dragons, offering players a purrfectly unique role-playing experience that will have you and your friends purring with excitement as you embark on epic adventures in a world where cats rule the roost!