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OSR: Character Creation Showdown

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Exploring Minimalism and Game Mechanics in OSR Role-Playing Games

This chapter explores the design and minimalistic aesthetic of character sheets in OSR role-playing games, especially focusing on Shadow Dark. It also addresses gameplay mechanics, the distinction between character skills and player skills, and the character creation process, particularly through a first-level character comparison with Dolman Wood.

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