A downloadable game

Dive into a world where code is king, information is power, and the line between reality and simulation blurs. Fe-Runner is a standalone or Ironsworn-compatible RPG where you become a Fe-Runner, a master hacker navigating the treacherous digital landscape.

Unleash your inner hacker: Craft custom rigs, exploit network vulnerabilities, and outwit formidable AIs in gritty, real-world scenarios or fantastical, simulated worlds. Fe-Runner provides a deep, immersive hacking experience with:

  • Full-fledged hacking gameplay: Forget simple mini-games – delve into the intricate world of cybercrime and espionage.
  • Multiple network segments: Explore the sprawling Core network, the corporate behemoths, the watchful government, and the shadowy Underground.
  • Optional sentient AIs: Experience the mind-bending reality warping power of AI and confront its existential implications.
  • Expansive oracles: Fuel your adventures with a rich tapestry of oracles, ensuring unique and engaging encounters.
  • Custom moves: Master a vast array of moves, specifically designed for hacking and the unique challenges of Fe-Running.
  • Ironsworn compatible: Use Fe-Runner as a standalone RPG or as an exciting expansion for your existing Ironsworn campaigns.

Become a master of the digital realm. Fe-Runner offers an unparalleled hacking experience for both seasoned players and newcomers. Join the revolution and shape your own digital destiny!

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The Setting

Digital Waterfall

As a network hacker, known as a Fe-Runner, you operate in the metaverse, where Fe serves as the foundation and cryptocurrency. You accept assignments by making vows and encrypting them into the Fe Network. Each player's world is distinct, with varying truths shaping the realities you encounter.

You begin in the Core network, where you can expand to the Corporate network (CorpNet). Consumerism dominates the world, and corporations wield significant control. While each government sector handles enforcement, the GovNet encompasses military, local police, and general government services. The DarkNet, located in the farthest reaches of the Net, hosts clandestine meetings and a wide range of individuals, including hackers, spies, rebels, and corporate intelligence officers. This hidden aspect of the Net is publicly renounced yet secretly utilized by all.

Who Am I?

I am a huge fan of the Ironsworn by Shawn Tomkin and I am also someone who has been a professional hacker for the last 30 years of their life and have written such books as The Car Hacker's Handbook.  This book however, is a work of fiction and is a love letter to both Solo RPGs and the hacking culture.

Where do I get it?

The core rulebook is sold exclusively on DriveThruRPG and you can find it here: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/en/product/491318/fe-runners?affiliate_id=1770803

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Fe-Runner_Example_play.pdf 10 MB
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Fe-Runner_Hacker_handbook.pdf 635 kB
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FeRunner_CharacterSheet.pdf 33 kB
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Fe-Runner_FastNetworkHacking.pdf 6.5 MB

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Thanks for the Obsidian videos. I was able to set it up with the video. Have used Auger and Foundry but Obsidian is super clean.

About Obsidian how do you just show only the Nodes when you go to graph view. Mine always shows all the folders.

In the filters seciton, Ensure you have Orphans turned off.  Orphans are notes that are not linked to other notes.  If you do happen to link one note to another it will show up here and AFAIK there isn't really a great way to only display notes intended for the network.

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You definitely need a play through. I’ve been playing around with it for about a week and it has great theme. Using it with starforged. My first hack my rig malfunctioned with my client beside me. Lost face. But would love to see how you invision it!

I'm glad you have been able to use it with starforged! I plan to release some more videos of different play throughs. I'm currently traveling a lot this month and I'm away from my audio equipment. But once my life settles a bit more I'll release some actual play videos and post about them.

Thanks for your support!