Solo Oracle Cheat Sheet
Question Oracle (Yes/No Questions)
- Very unlikely: d4
- Unlikely: d6
- Likely: d8
- Very likely: d10
- Almost certain: d12
Results:
- 1-2: "No, and…" (complication)
- 3-4: "Yes, but…" (cost)
- 5+: "Yes, and…" (benefit)
Risk Oracle (Action Outcomes)
- Chaotic: d4
- Precarious: d6
- Manageable: d8
- Predictable: d10
- Stable: d12
Results:
- 1-2: Very risky → perilous check
- 3-4: Risky → check
- 5+: Not risky → succeed
Solo Game Loop
- Establish scene (location, goal)
- Frame intent (what you want to accomplish)
- Consult oracles (question or risk)
- Resolve actions (checks if needed)
- Update resources (stress, skills, supplies)
- Catch your breath (reset skills + complication)
- Advance story (interpret results, journal)