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Our Verdict
FOR GENRE FANS
Perfect for Roll Player owners looking to vary their starting builds. A small upgrade with real impact.
Highlights
- Adds variety to the matches
- Cool synergy with Cartographers
- Easy to integrate into the game
Keep in mind
- Base game is strictly required
- Extremely limited content (one card)
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About the game
What you do in a play session
You know that special touch that completely changes your strategy? The Cartographer Backstory promo card is exactly that for those who already enjoy the Roll Player universe. Instead of a full game, we are talking about a single component: a 'Backstory' card that adds a new layer of customization to your hero. Originally, this item was included as a bonus for those who purchased Cartographers, creating a cool link between these two titles.
In Roll Player, the fun lies in building the perfect character using dice as if they were attributes. With this Backstory card, you gain a specific advantage or characteristic from the start of the match, which forces you to think of different paths to optimize your score. It's the kind of content that, while small, tweaks the drafting dynamics and the way you collect your attribute sets.
It's worth remembering that, being a promotional item, it doesn't change the basic rules of the game, but it offers that extra 'spice' for those who love testing different builds. If you already own the base game and want to expand your character creation possibilities, this card is a great find. It's a small upgrade that brings more variety to the table, ensuring that each game feels distinct depending on which backstory is in play. For the strategist who loves to optimize every detail of their character sheet to crush the competition, having the Cartographer in your arsenal is the right move.
In Roll Player, the fun lies in building the perfect character using dice as if they were attributes. With this Backstory card, you gain a specific advantage or characteristic from the start of the match, which forces you to think of different paths to optimize your score. It's the kind of content that, while small, tweaks the drafting dynamics and the way you collect your attribute sets.
It's worth remembering that, being a promotional item, it doesn't change the basic rules of the game, but it offers that extra 'spice' for those who love testing different builds. If you already own the base game and want to expand your character creation possibilities, this card is a great find. It's a small upgrade that brings more variety to the table, ensuring that each game feels distinct depending on which backstory is in play. For the strategist who loves to optimize every detail of their character sheet to crush the competition, having the Cartographer in your arsenal is the right move.
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3
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4
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Thunderworks Games, CrowD Games, Gen-X Games (GenX), Intrafin Games, Mandoo Games, Ogry Games, Pegasus Spiele, Rexhry
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Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers before you buy
Is this a full game?
No! It is just a single promotional card to be used within the Roll Player game.
Which game do I need to use this card?
You absolutely need the Roll Player base game.
Does it change the game rules?
It doesn't change the general rules, it just adds a new character/starting advantage option.
Who is this card recommended for?
For Roll Player players who are looking for more strategy and build variety.
Is it hard to integrate into the game?
Not at all; it's just one more card to choose from during the setup phase.