Question Oracle

Use this when your character isn't directly involved, or when you need to disclaim decision-making.

Ask a yes/no question. Imagine the outcome. Roll a die based on the likelihood:

• Very unlikely: d4
• Unlikely: d6
• Likely: d8
• Very likely: d10
• Almost certain: d12

Interpret the result:

• 1-2: "No, and…" (introduce Duskaran complication)
• 3-4: "Yes, but…" (success with Duskaran cost)
• 5+: "Yes, and…" (success with Duskaran benefit)

Duskaran Complications (No, and…)

• Storm worsens, forcing immediate shelter
• Predator detects you
• Water source is contaminated
• Equipment breaks
• Rival faction arrives
• Geothermal vent destabilizes

Duskaran Costs (Yes, but…)

• Find shelter, but it's occupied (bandits, predators)
• Locate water, but it attracts attention
• Reach destination, but faction dispute delays you
• Salvage tech, but it's unstable/dangerous
• Bond with creature, but it's wounded/aggressive

Duskaran Benefits (Yes, and…)

• Find cache with extra supplies
• Befriend helpful NPC or faction agent
• Discover shortcut or safe route
• Learn valuable information
• Recover rare/powerful item

Example Question Oracle Use

Question: "Is there a settlement within a day's travel?"

Context: You're lost in the twilight belt after your caravan was ambushed.

Likelihood: Likely (d8) — settlements are common along routes

Roll: 3 → "Yes, but…"

Interpretation: "You spot Aurora Bastion's windspires on the horizon, but a dust storm is rolling in from the day side. You'll need to navigate through reduced visibility, and the settlement gates may close before you arrive."