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An Altogether Different River

An Altogether Different River

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Embark on a poignant journey with An Altogether Different River, a GM-less roleplaying game designed for 2 to 4 players over a single session of approximately 3 to 4 hours. This immersive experience invites you and your friends to collaboratively create a town, delving into its transformation through the perspectives of those who departed and returned, as well as those who remained. It's a narrative exploration of returning home and confronting the changes that time brings. 

Why You’ll Love It:

  • Collaborative World-Building: Together, you'll craft a unique town, developing its history, culture, and landscape through shared creativity.
  • Dual Perspectives: Experience the town's evolution from the viewpoints of both returnees and stayers, offering a rich, multifaceted narrative.
  • Emphasis on Change and Continuity: Engage in storytelling that highlights the bittersweet nature of change, memory, and the concept of home.

What’s Included:

  • A 28-page black-and-white zine featuring:
    • Comprehensive rules for town creation and character development.
    • Guidelines for mapping the town's past and present.
    • Prompts to inspire scenes and character interactions.

Specifications:

  • Genre: Collaborative Storytelling / Roleplaying
  • Players: 2–4
  • Age Recommendation: 12+
  • Playtime: 3–4 hours

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Why Choose Hoyle's?

Hoyle's of Oxford is a family-run games shop selling traditional and vintage table-top games, board games, puzzles, jigsaws and playing cards.

We believe that running a business comes with responsibility - not just to our customers, but to our team, our community, and the planet. From fair wages and ethical sourcing to sustainable deliveries and reducing waste, we’re always looking for ways to do better.