Necessary Evil

GPTKB entity

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Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:tabletop_role-playing_game
gptkb:concept
gptkbp:bfsLayer 4
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Unknown_Mortal_Orchestra
gptkbp:adaptation gptkb:video_game
gptkbp:application Politics
Legal systems
Environmental regulations
Public health policies
Business decisions
gptkbp:art_style comic book style
gptkbp:associated_with utilitarianism
gptkbp:author gptkb:Immanuel_Kant
gptkb:John_Stuart_Mill
gptkbp:awards various RPG awards
gptkbp:character gptkb:legend
gptkb:superhero
anti-heroes
point-based system
gptkbp:character_classes various archetypes
gptkbp:character_customization high
gptkbp:character_development ongoing
evolving
gptkbp:character_relationships gptkb:launch_complex
dynamic
team-based
internal and external
gptkbp:community supportive
gptkbp:community_support active online community
gptkbp:conflict heroes vs. villains
gptkbp:context ethical dilemmas
gptkbp:controls gptkb:Savage_Worlds
gptkb:Savage_Worlds_system
gptkbp:created_by gptkb:Evil_Hat_Productions
gptkbp:critical_reception positive reviews
gptkbp:defines A situation where something harmful or undesirable must be accepted in order to achieve a greater good.
gptkbp:economy emphasis on fun
gptkbp:example War may be considered a necessary evil to achieve peace.
gptkbp:fate varied outcomes
gptkbp:fighting_style fast-paced
gptkbp:first_published gptkb:2008
gptkbp:focus gptkb:superhero
gptkbp:game_length 3 to 5 hours
gptkbp:game_mechanics Game Master
dice-based
simple to learn
gptkbp:game_replayability high
gptkbp:game_world dystopian future
gptkbp:gameplay high
gptkbp:genre gptkb:Author
gptkb:superhero
gptkbp:has_ability varied
superpowers
gptkbp:has_backstory rich and detailed
gptkbp:has_expansion gptkb:Necessary_Evil:_The_Supervillain_Handbook
gptkbp:has_lore extensive
gptkbp:has_role gptkb:superhero
gptkbp:historical_debate The justification of actions that are harmful but deemed necessary.
gptkbp:hobbies pre-written scenarios
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Necessary Evil
gptkbp:influenced_by gptkb:comic_book
superhero films
gptkbp:influences superhero genre
gptkbp:ingredients gptkb:Necessary_Evil:_The_Villain's_Guide
gptkbp:inspiration gptkb:comic_book
gptkbp:is_aligned_with varied
gptkbp:is_criticized_for Can lead to moral relativism.
gptkbp:is_motivated_by world domination
personal gain
gptkbp:is_tested_for extensive
gptkbp:material rulebooks and supplements
gptkbp:narrative_style flexible
player-driven
gptkbp:number_of_teams 2 to 6
gptkbp:part_of gptkb:Savage_Worlds
gptkbp:publisher gptkb:Pinnacle_Entertainment_Group
gptkbp:related_to gptkb:church
gptkbp:release_year gptkb:2008
gptkbp:session flexible length
gptkbp:setting gptkb:comic_book
alternate history
urban environments
post-apocalyptic Earth
post-apocalyptic
gptkbp:sound dark humor
gptkbp:themes morality and choice
gptkbp:user_experience immersive