Rōnin: Densetsu Launching Soon on Kickstarter

Slightly Reckless Games are preparing to launch a pair of expansions for their Rōnin RPG.

Entitled Densetsu and The Book of Yo, these two books promise to explore some of the legends which endure on the island of Kage no Shima.

With rules based on the MÖRK BORG, system, Rōnin is described as a ‘critically acclaimed, rule-lite, dark fantasy samurai RPG’. A game of honour, combat, and adventure, Rōnin is set in a mythical, samurai-inspired world. These forthcoming releases promise to further expand that world.

Densetsu is a 200-page examination of the ’warriors, myths and sacred relics which shaped Kage no Shima. This examination will detail the island’s sacred ceremonies and forbidden rituals, landmarks, cultural events, ancient weapons and mystical relics. New mini-adventures, character classes and expanded rules for armour are also included.

Also weighing in at 200 pages. The Book of Yo is a deep-dive into the supernatural creatures which haunt and prey upon Kage no Shima. It includes details of and rules for more than 100 yokai, rituals, corruption and transformation, cursed artefacts, forbidden texts, encounters, mounts and companions.

See the Backerkit preview for more details.

Images courtesy of Slightly Reckless Games

A dynamic illustration features a fierce battle scene with a warrior in a red kimono wielding a katana, poised over a fallen opponent with white hair. The background is a muted landscape, enhancing the dramatic red splashes that suggest movement and intensity. The text "COMING SOON TO KICKSTARTER" is prominently displayed alongside the title "Rōnin Densetsu" in stylized characters, emphasizing the upcoming expansion.

The image features two RPG books side by side. On the left, "Rōnin Densetsu" showcases a dynamic cover illustration of a fierce warrior in a flowing red kimono, wielding a sword, with a dramatic background of splattered blood and a defeated figure. On the right, "The Book of Yo" has a minimalist black cover with white circular designs and stylized text, emphasizing its supernatural theme. Both books are designed to expand the lore and gameplay of the Rōnin RPG.

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