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A Hero's Journey
  Whether taking the role of a valiant knight, fortunate noble, clever heir, faithful squire, or hard-working commoner, anyone can find their voice as they set off on a hero’s journey. Created for Galavant Jam, A Hero’s Journey is a role-playing game of fantasy, bravery, and song. Using a modified powered by the apocalypse system, 2-6 heroes and a director can befriend dragons, join a pirate crew, and find true love along the way.
Price:
$2.50
Rating:
5.00 (from 4 reviews)
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