Building an Encounter in Numenera
Channel: THE INFINITE CONSTRUCT
Date: 2021-04-13

#numenera​ #rpg​ #cyphersystem​

Numenera doesn't center combat. So, how can we create interesting and dynamic encounters? This video goes over the construction of an encounter with particular considerations for combat, discovery, and narrative. There are also a few houserule tips for playing Numenera on a map! 

Timestamps:
00:00 - Splash
00:11 - Intro
02:40 - Designing an Encounter in the Abstract
05:57 - The Combat Scenario
09:01 - Setting the Encounter 
11:56 - Creating Context
19:43 - Dimensions, Difficulties, and Mechanics
32:28 - Tactical Houserules
36:29 - Conclusion

Books Referenced: 
Numenera Discovery: https://www.montecookgames.com/store/product/numenera-discovery-and-destiny/

Ninth World Bestiary: https://www.montecookgames.com/store/product/the-ninth-world-bestiary/
Injecting the Weird: https://www.montecookgames.com/store/product/injecting-the-weird/

Cypher System Rulebook: https://www.montecookgames.com/store/product/cypher-system-rulebook-2/

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