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Open Hero Odyssey:

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What's different about
Open Hero Odyssey?

Unleash Your Hero's Potential with OHO:
The Dynamic Role-Playing Game Platform

OHO attempts to give meaning to character advancement, offering success points for succeeded actions that can purchase character's upgrades, instead of arbitrary increases upon level up. Employing the success point advancement system at the core of OHO, you can handpick suites of aptitudes to shape your hero's unique abilities, unbound by the restrictions of fixed classes. Get ready to embark on thrilling adventures, whether in the realms of fantasy or futuristic space battles - the possibilities are endless!

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Introducing Open Hero Odyssey Merch!

Come check out our Etsy store, your ultimate destination for unique and captivating merch featuring your favorite characters, places, and events from Open Hero Odyssey. At Open Hero Odyssey Merch, we take immense pride in curating a collection that captures the essence and magic of the platform you hold dear. Whether you're a passionate fan looking to celebrate iconic characters or seeking memorabilia from unforgettable events, our store is a treasure trove of carefully crafted products that will make your heart skip a beat. From intricately designed apparel to enchanting accessories, each item tells a story and brings your cherished moments to life. Join us on this journey and explore our Etsy store today, where your fandom dreams become a reality. Shop now and let the magic unfold!

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Apocalypse Nigh

Prepare yourself for an enthralling journey as we delve into the realm of "Apocalypse Nigh," a haunting fantasy campaign adventure specially crafted to showcase the practical mechanics of OHO. Embrace the allure of this immersive universe and witness firsthand how OHO's simple features bring forth a unique gaming experience.

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Online Rulebooks

As the rulebook takes shape, it becomes an invaluable guide to all players and Game Masters seeking to explore the boundless possibilities of OHO. From character creation to world-building, the evolving rulebook will provide you with the insights needed to dive into the adventure headfirst!

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Hero Creator

The online app has been disabled for now, while the mobile app is being tested. After the mobile app has been ironed out, play will be seamless between the site and the app.
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Defining Your Hero:
Play your Role How You Want

At the core of OHO lies a success point advancement system, which allows you to make choices about how your hero advances through trees of aptitudes. Each tree enhances your hero's skill set, and it's easy to build out or deep, enabling you to create a truly one-of-a-kind character. With OHO, you have the freedom to shape your character's abilities as you see fit. Each aptitude purchased with success points is another step you take with your hero's advancement towards your vision of your character. Whether you envision a fearless warrior wielding both magic and a sword or a tech-savvy explorer venturing through distant galaxies, OHO empowers you to realize your hero's full potential.

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Embrace Any Style of Play:
Versatility Redefined

OHO is not bound by genre or setting; it adapts to your chosen style of play effortlessly. Because players gain success points for successful actions, GMs have a by-design mechanic for meaningfully rewarding player interaction. Venture into the realms of high fantasy, where mythical creatures roam the land, or dive into a futuristic universe filled with advanced technology and cosmic battles. The beauty of OHO lies in its versatility, enabling you to explore any theme or setting without limitations.

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World-Building:
Craft Your Own Realms

As an aspiring Game Master or storyteller, OHO provides you with the tools to craft your own immersive worlds. Unleash your creativity and build vast landscapes, each with its own rich history, unique cultures, and thrilling adventures. Your heroes can traverse these dynamic worlds, leaving their mark on the ever-evolving tapestry of your creation.

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The Community:
Uniting Players and Game Masters

OHO not only connects you with thrilling adventures but also brings together a vibrant community of like-minded players and Game Masters. Share your world-building creations, exchange tips and tricks, and engage in epic discussions about the game. The OHO community is a welcoming space where creativity thrives, and new friendships are forged.

The Future of Role-Playing Games:
OHO Beckons

In conclusion, OHO places a focus on player agency when it comes to character advancement, as well as ubiquity and balance when it comes to world-building. The adventure knows no bounds with OHO - the dynamic RPG platform that caters to any style of play, from fantastical to futuristic. So, gather your friends, sharpen your imagination, and embark on an unparalleled journey into the realms of OHO. The future of role-playing games awaits - will you answer the call?

Open Hero Odyssey is looking for playtesters!

OHO is continuing updates to the mechanics and rules based on the issues found in Phase One testing. (Click here to see the games). Character sheets and dice will be replaced by a mobile app (coming soon!) that controls the minute aspects of play, while mechanics are tested (like damage, and certain special abilities), on player and game master side. The goal for players here is to test the limits of the mechanics and rules as they are stated. Min/maxing for this purpose is highly encouraged. The goal for game masters is to get a feel for running gaming sessions with the mechanics, and seeing where problems arise in practice. Additionally, if you would like to contribute lore or art to the project, let us know!

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