01A world, one piece at a time
A river, a bridge and something on the other side. How an adventure starts taking shape in El Refugio's map builder.
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Development diary
The stories behind the story.
This is our development notebook. A place to share why we make each decision and how El Refugio is taking shape.
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02When the table enters combat
Miniatures, turns and a shared decision: shaping encounters while keeping the adventure moving.
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03The moment before the result
A dice roll can become a little scene of its own. Bringing that shared anticipation to the centre of the table.
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04A face for every disaster
Starry eyes, uncontrollable laughter and a spectacular fumble. Anime reactions find their place at the table.
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05Keeping roleplay at the heart of it all
A table, a game master and friends with unexpected ideas. The thinking behind El Refugio 1987.
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06Slimes with plenty to say
Simple shapes, little worlds within and gloriously expressive faces. Finding the personality in our creatures.
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