Monster of the Week

GPTKB entity

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Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:tabletop_role-playing_game
gptkbp:bfsLayer 4
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Ennie_Awards
gptkb:Scum_and_Villainy
gptkb:The_Adventure_Zone:_Amnesty
gptkbp:accessibility easy to learn
easy to learn for new players
gptkbp:adaptation various fan-made content
gptkbp:architectural_style varied and diverse
various archetypes available
gptkbp:art_style comic book-inspired
comic book inspired
gptkbp:available_formats PDF, print
gptkbp:awards multiple indie RPG awards
gptkbp:character gptkb:Hunters
collaborative storytelling
playbooks
playbook system
gptkbp:character_customization high
varied playbooks
gptkbp:character_development experience points system
ongoing throughout the game
experience and narrative choices
gptkbp:character_relationships dynamic and evolving
central to gameplay
developed through play
influenced by player actions
influenced by player choices
encouraged during play
interpersonal and external threats
interpersonal and external
gptkbp:combat_system narrative-driven
gptkbp:community supportive and inclusive
supportive and creative
gptkbp:community_support active online community
online forums and resources
gptkbp:created_by Michael Sands
gptkbp:creator Michael Sands
gptkbp:cultural_representation encouraged in playbooks
gptkbp:fan_base active and creative
gptkbp:fate determined by player choices
gptkbp:fighting_style narrative-driven
gptkbp:focus investigating mysteries
gptkbp:game_length present day
ongoing campaigns
one-shot or campaign
gptkbp:game_mechanics gptkb:Powered_by_the_Apocalypse
Keeper
gptkbp:game_replayability high due to variability
gptkbp:gameplay can be played in various settings
easily adaptable to different settings
to different genres and themes
gptkbp:genre gptkb:film
gptkbp:has_ability varied and unique
unique to each playbook
gptkbp:has_backstory integral to gameplay
important for character depth
gptkbp:has_expansion gptkb:Monster_of_the_Week:_The_Book_of_Monsters
gptkbp:has_role Keeper
gptkbp:has_variants episodic adventures
gptkbp:historical_source various horror and supernatural genres
various mythologies and urban legends
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Monster of the Week
gptkbp:in-game_currency gptkb:none
gptkbp:influence inspired other RP Gs
inspired by various media
gptkbp:inspiration TV shows like Buffy the Vampire Slayer
TV shows like Supernatural and Buffy the Vampire Slayer
gptkbp:is_a_resource_for available online
PD Fs and print options
gptkbp:is_motivated_by personal stakes
personal and group objectives
can evolve during gameplay
defeat monsters and save the day
personal backstories
gptkbp:is_popular_in growing among RPG communities
gptkbp:is_tested_for community feedback
gptkbp:language English
gptkbp:material available in various formats
supplements and adventures
gptkbp:narrative_style player-driven
player-driven stories
emphasizes storytelling
gptkbp:next_edition gptkb:2015
gptkb:2021
gptkbp:number_of_books gptkb:12
gptkbp:number_of_teams 2 to 6
2 to 5
gptkbp:official_website evilhat.com/monster-of-the-week
gptkbp:published_by gptkb:Evil_Hat_Productions
gptkbp:release_date gptkb:2015
gptkbp:release_year gptkb:2015
gptkbp:session 2 to 4 hours
typically 3 to 5 hours
can be one-shots or campaigns
gptkbp:setting modern day
modern supernatural
gptkbp:sound flexible
light-hearted to serious
gptkbp:style_of_play collaborative storytelling
focus on character relationships
gptkbp:themes friendship, bravery, and mystery
exploration of fear and courage
friendship, adventure, horror
gptkbp:uses two six-sided dice