Welcome 

to the Flux Engine Beta, an adaptable roleplaying system for storytellers and adventurers alike currently in Devlopment.

At the heart of The Flux Engine is the Flux Dice mechanic. This d12 introduces an element of unpredictability to every roll, creating moments of triumph and challenge that will keep your group on the edge of their seats. 

Why I think the game is fun

• An easy-to-learn, player-facing core mechanic combining Ability Dice (d4 to d10) with a d12 Flux Dice for unpredictable and exciting results
• Flexible character creation with Origins and Archetypes
• Talents for unique character abilities
• Character Bonds that meaningfully impact the game
• A customisable Home Base that will grow with your campaign 
• Adrenaline meta-currency system to turn the tide in tense situations
• Shared setting creation mechanics
• Easy to create NPCs
• Player facing mechanics

Flux Engine Beta provides a robust framework for your campaigns, from your beloved fantasy realms to unknown sci-fi frontiers. The Flux Dice adds an element of unpredictability to every action, while the Homebase gives your party a place to call their own between adventures, actively shaping the setting with the GM. The system emphasises narrative flexibility while providing a solid mechanical adventure framework.

Please download, play, and share your thoughts. Your feedback is invaluable as I continue to build up and polish the system.

Where we are at

The first release was a while ago, and I have been ramping up revisions in 2024. The Core Rules and Character Creation have been completely revised. Other sections still await revision but are compatible with the revised parts, so it is complete in that sense. However, this is an Ashcan. There is hardly any layout and zero art except the cover. Things still need a lot more editing and reorganisation.

Next Steps

• Gear: Early feedback found the area lacking and items too interchangeable without anything to distinguish them. I am working on an Item Trait system to flesh out this part.
• The Home Base: This area will see a massive overhaul. I have some ideas about what to do with it, as I feel it should be more integral to the game and its progression.
• GM Section: Requires a total rewrite as it is straight from an earlier fantasy iteration of this system.

Stay in Touch

Join my community on Discord to discuss your experiences, suggestions, and connect with fellow enthusiasts. Through a shared Google Document, you also get real-time insight into the game's current state and can directly comment on the design process. Together, we can shape the future of The Flux Engine.

I cannot wait to hear about your adventures.

The Downloads:

TheFluxEngine_Ashcan_Beta_X_XX.pdf - Always the most recent release.

TFE_Archive.7z - Collection of all previously released versions of the game