Storypath System

Scion uses the Storypath system to play out the adventures of Gods, monsters, and heroes of the modern day. It uses a simple core mechanic to resolve these heroic escapades, making it easy to learn and easy to run, but full of depth for those who want to branch out and create their own epic stories. In this way, the system encourages players to adopt creative, in-character approaches to achieving their goals, and its dramatic focus ensures that the story is always moving forward, shepherded by the Storyguide, even when characters suffer setbacks.

Characters in Scion are larger-than-life heroes, with impressive Attributes and a range of Skills. They have meaningful pasts and ambitious futures, as well as a range of connections to the world around them, represented by the Paths they walk. They face Complications to their successes, and exploit their surroundings to apply Enhancements to their efforts.

The stories of Scion are brimming with high-octane action, procedural investigation, and social intrigue — three robust areas of play that work together and strengthen each other. These systems help vary the pace of the story, and offer opportunities for every character to contribute, so no one misses out on the spotlight.