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Loner 3E is Here!

Loner (3rd Edition)
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The third edition of Loner is finally out, bringing a sleeker, clearer, and more refined experience for solo roleplayers.

If you’ve played Loner before, you already know what makes it special: a minimalist, improvisational solo RPG where your choices shape the story and the Oracle throws in unexpected twists.

But this new edition? It takes everything you love and makes it even better.

What’s New in Loner 3E?

🔹 Sharper, more accessible rules – Every mechanic has been rewritten for clarity, with intuitive explanations and smoother flow.

🔹 More practical examples – Each section now includes real-play examples, so you can see exactly how the mechanics work in action.

🔹 Improved pacing and flow – Rules are structured to make jumping into the game easier than ever. No over-explaining, just what you need, when you need it.

🔹 Refined Oracle system – The Twist Counter and interpretation guidelines have been fine-tuned, making narrative surprises even more organic and engaging.

🔹 Better handling of conflicts – More flexibility in resolving challenges, from quick one-roll resolutions to Luck-based attrition mechanics for longer, tactical encounters.

🔹 A more natural character-driven experience – Goals, motivations, and nemeses now emerge organically from play, ensuring a more immersive journey.

🔹 Adventure Maker enhancements – Need inspiration? The random setting generator has been expanded, helping you create unique, unexpected worlds on the fly.

Loner 3E keeps the spirit of the original, but refines its execution—it’s the same great game, just easier to learn, smoother to play, and even more engaging.

If you’re a veteran player, you’ll love the streamlined approach. If you’re new, there’s no better time to start your solo RPG journey!

Loner 3E is available now! Ready to dive in? Download it from the demo section!

P.S. 📢

  • Loner Core 2E will be retired from Amazon soon, but don’t worry—you’ll still be able to get it in PDF format if you prefer the previous edition.
  • Loner Complete will remain on the 2E ruleset for now, but I’m considering an update later this year. Stay tuned!

Thanks for all your support, and happy solo adventuring!

Roberto

Files

  • loner-core_v3.0.pdf 4.6 MB
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