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A jam submission

Power StruggleView project page

HeroQuest Quest Jam 2025 Entry
Submitted by IssuetheQuietus — 15 days, 10 hours before the deadline
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  • I loved reading about Rrak, Telin and Saru - and I know that the heroes that take them on in this quest maaaay have some surprises in store. Great quest!
  • Overall Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆ (4/5 Stars) 1. Fun Factor - Engagement, Pacing & Challenge: ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆ (4.5/5) Engagement: The dynamic storyline with the empowered goblin brothers offers thrilling encounters that captivate players. Pacing: Maintains excitement through evolving power dynamics that keep the quest fresh. Challenge: Strategically layered difficulty, though the final brother may be overwhelming for novice groups. 2. Design - Polish, Logic & Flow: ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆ (4/5) Polish: The quest is well-structured with thought-out mechanics, although some rules need clarification for new players. Logic: The map layout is logical, with key locations adding exploration depth. Flow: The progression feels natural, though occasionally hampered by complex mechanics requiring player adaptation. 3. Narrative - Immersion & Consistency: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (5/5) Immersion: The lore of the goblin brothers intertwined with a magical artifact enhances the quest’s depth within the HeroQuest universe. Consistency: Themes align perfectly with HeroQuest, creating a cohesive and believable world. 4. Staying Power - Re-playability & Accessibility: ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆ (4/5) Re-playability: High, thanks to varied strategies in handling the brothers and resource management decisions. Accessibility: While engaging for veteran players, some mechanics may challenge newcomers without additional guidance. Feedback for the Creator: Strengths: The evolving strength of the goblin brothers is an innovative highlight. Engaging narrative with strong character development. Strategic gameplay encourages creative approach variations. Areas for Improvement: Introduce more monster variety to diversify encounters. Add environmental storytelling or hazards for added depth. Clarify complex rules, especially for new players, and enhance ties to the broader HeroQuest narrative. Final Verdict: "Power Struggle" delivers an inventive and challenging experience, offering an exciting addition to HeroQuest fan quests. A few tweaks could elevate it to perfection, but as it stands, it's a fantastic, replay-worthy adventure.

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Jam Host

Your blueprint for expanding Zargons dread is now being considered. The Darkness is pleased.