Part of our RPGs for Building Alternative Futures programme.
Join GZL as we host a series of monthly TTRPG (table-top role-playing games) at the library! In this series, we will play some amazing, award-winning independent role-playing games, focused on collaborative world-building, group storytelling, and the role of communities. It’s going to be a lot of fun, with a light-emphasis on roleplaying, suitable for people with ANY level of experience in playing games like this. If you’ve always wanted to try an RPG, join us!
In this session we'll be playing The Quiet Year by Avery Alder. The Quiet Year is a map game - part roleplaying game, part cartographic poetry.
You define the struggles of a community living after the collapse of civilization, and attempt to build something good within their quiet year. Every decision and every action is set against a backdrop of dwindling time and rising concern. The game is played using a deck of cards – each of the 52 cards corresponds to a week during the quiet year. Each card triggers certain events – bringing bad news, good omens, project delays and sudden changes in luck.
Play time: 3-4 hours. Learn more about this game.
Refreshments will be provided on the night! Game capacities listed below are based on 1 table of players. Depending on demand, we may run 2 or more games simultaneously.
Please note: this event will be held in person at Glasgow Zine Library.
Access information for this event:
Please note: we can only issue refunds requested 72 hours before the event.
This event is suitable for ages 16+. There will be 8 attendees maximum, and the event will feature comfort breaks. During this event, participants will be involved in: hands on activities, whole group discussions, role playing game.
This event will take place at the GZL space on Albert Road. You can find directions here.
You may be asked to wear a mask at this event.
If you have any questions or access requirements, please get in touch with us via glasgowzinelibrary@gmail.com.
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