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The icy waters beckon you...

The frigid waves gently push and pull us as we waddle together, a group of penguins traversing through the expansive Antarctic sea. We honk and squawk to each other, sharing tales of our icy escapades and travels. Suddenly, a new voice enters the conversation, one that we've never heard before. It's a young penguin, full of excitement and wonder, eager to explore the unknown world around us. We welcome it into our group and together we embark on a new journey, ready to uncover all the secrets and marvels that the Antarctic sea has to offer!

About the Game

Welcome to the Antarctic, where the icy waters await you in "A Penguin's Tale," an immersive TTRPG that takes you on a solo or cooperative narrative-driven adventure as a daring penguin exploring the frigid depths.

In "A Penguin's Tale," you'll embody a penguin, navigating through the unforgiving Antarctic environment, weathering perilous storms, and confronting an array of predators and other obstacles in your path. Your choices will determine the direction of your journey, shaping your character's experiences and leading to unique and exciting outcomes each time you play.

But beware, the Antarctic can be unforgiving, and there are always hidden dangers lurking beneath the ice.

The Game Mechanics

This card-based TTRPG adheres to a three-phase structure: Construction, Adventure, and Resolution. In the Construction phase, players utilize cards to craft their penguin character, including its qualities, flaws, and motivations. Throughout the Adventure phase, players explore the Antarctic, engage with the environment, and encounter fellow penguins and other creatures. In the Resolution phase, players will contemplate on the insights gained during their journey.

This game delivers a distinctive and captivating experience for players to weave their own narratives and delve into the Antarctic realm as a penguin.

Highlights

  • Embark on solo or cooperative adventures with friends
  • Accessible and enjoyable mechanics for all players
  • Foster creativity and abstract thinking
  • A standard deck of cards enables endless possibilities for stories
  • Immerse yourself in the trials and triumphs of penguin life in the Antarctic
  • Four comprehensive lists featuring diverse settings, events, supplementary elements, and actions

   

Purchase

Buy Now$6.90 USD or more

In order to download this game you must purchase it at or above the minimum price of $6.90 USD. You will get access to the following files:

ペンギンの物語.pdf 19 MB
A Penguin's Tale (1 - English Book).pdf 17 MB
A Penguin's Tale (2 - English Book - Friendly-print).pdf 386 kB
A Penguin's Tale (3 - Lists).pdf 77 kB
Um Conto de Penguins (4 - Livro em Português).pdf 17 MB
Um Conto de Penguins (5 - Livro em Português - Friendly-print).pdf 385 kB
Um Conto de Penguins (6 - Listas).pdf 80 kB

Every purchase = a new community copy

Support this game at or above a special price point to receive something exclusive.

Community Copies

As I believe that everyone should have access to fun and entertainment, regardless of their financial situation, I'm happy to offer Community Copies for 'A Penguin's Tale'. If you can't afford to purchase the game, feel free to get one of these copies.

  • For every purchase, I will add one extra copy to the Community Copies pool.
  • If your payment is above the minimum price, I'll add an additional copy to the pool.
  • If you leave a review of the game, two more copies will be added to the pool. This is my first released TTRPG, so I would really appreciate hearing what you have to say about it.

And remember, penguins are extremely social creatures and live together in colonies. Colony life provides individuals with camaraderie, which is crucial to their well-being. They care for one another, collaborate to find food, nurture their offspring, and protect each other from predators. They also frolic together. So please help me bring more penguins into our colony by spreading the word and playing this game with more people!

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Visualmente lindo e com um sistema que cria uma narrativa envolvente, "A Penguin's Tale" é, definitivamente, um jogo pra guardar. Ótimo trabalho! 
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Visually beautiful and with a system that creates an engaging narrative, "A Penguin's Tale" is definitely a game to keep. Great job!
 

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Obrigado pelo comentário! Fico muito feliz de verdade em saber que gostou do jogo!