Forged in the Dark (system)

Forged in the Dark is a game design system that emphasizes collaborative storytelling, risk-taking, and strategic planning. Players take on roles in a fictional organization, such as a crew of criminals or adventurers, and work together to accomplish missions. The system uses a simple yet flexible framework for managing actions, resources, and consequences, encouraging dynamic storytelling and character development. It features mechanics like "Clock" progress indicators, flashbacks for planning, and stress management to reflect characters' mental states. Overall, it promotes engaging narratives through structured mechanics that prioritize player agency and storytelling depth.