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I Have No Railgun And I Must Scream
The player takes on the role as an adult civilian during a world-changing conflict in which children pilot giant mechs for their military families to fight against monsters that threaten humanity's survival. This game is primarily about exploring themes such as helplessness, injury and death from state violence through interactions with other characters who have been affected by it; however, the focus of this narrative will also be on learning how growing up can affect someone in a war-torn world where their sibling may not return safely to them due to being at risk. The game provides ample opportunity for storytelling while still allowing players to enjoy themselves and interact with other characters without taking away from the core storyline elements that drive it forward.-SeaMUS CONNEELYI Have No Railgun And I Must Scream is a solo tabletop role-playing gaming adventure set in post-apocalyptic, fantasy Earth. The game combines large scale boss battles reminiscent of classic RPGs and world threatening calamities with smaller intimate tragedies like the disappearance or death of close friends to create an immersive experience that delves into themes such as state violence against civilians during war times; loss of a sibling due to combat duty in this setting makes for an emotional story arc. The game is designed around storytelling, allowing players multiple paths and interactions throughout each
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$5.00
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5.00 (from 4 reviews)
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