It's interesting to see the similarities and differences of approach when you're doing these random table examples. When you were rolling up the bartender, for example, my thought was "Oh, this person may be a (lesser or deposed) noble. Or has worked for a noble, at the very least." and I imagined your standard trope of a retired adventurer running a standard tavern with touches of class. A minstrel with sharp eyes and a gentle demeanor playing quietly in the corner as they listen without appearing to. Surprisingly fit and demure bar maidens (possibly daughters or nieces) working the floor. Very clean and pleasantly lit. That sort of image. On the serf, I was mildly distracted by my food and so when you said, "possess" my immediate thought was, "No wonder he's so much stronger! He's possessed!" Then followed by "valor" it became, "Oh oh, right. Then he wants to become a knight. Done and done. He's been training hard, but still can't get where he wants to go." I think my favorite thing about watching solo LPs is seeing the ways a solo player interprets a situation and comparing it to my own. I feel like it exercises my creative muscles by showing me different ways to stretch them. So to speak.
@Klawzie Really enjoyed reading your own unique interpretations as Trevor was revealing his, and yes everyone will have their own thoughts and ideas which is the beautiful thing regarding these supplements. Everyone's interpretations will take their story into different directions, and yours were no less brilliant than his. Loved it!
Same ! For the "doubt history", it seemed evident to me that the serf simply didn't know about the adventurers and didn't want to send troublemakers to the castle😀. The possession idea is quite cool !
Thank you for this video. I bought ÜNE based on your recommendation back when Me, Myself and Die first started. It’s become one of my go-to supplements. I use it for virtually every game. It’s simply fantastic and good to see its capabilities highlighted. I may steal your insensitive serf, Sir Lost the Lot, as an NPC as some point.
I love the fact that you have a d100 in your mind 🙄 hahaha also, I like to practice my english listening skills (i am from Brazil) 😂 thanks to bring us this amazing video ❤️
UNE never failed me, the very reason why I keep postponing the main quest 'cause of the backstorie and conflicts it automatically generates along with interesting characters.
Again, a great walk-through of this tool. I rolled for you on the UNE tables, and you came out as a (11) "lively" (76) "Entertainer" and your motivation was to (24) Chronicle" (89) Stories. By the way, you also came out as slightly weaker than me. Thank you for doing these supplements.
When you did the NPC motivation, all I could think was "comprehend love". IYKYK So I come back to these as well as the solo series every now and again. After interacting with the same ideas that you've suggested and used, it has been massively eye opening. Like I am starting to feel like I really get it. And that rules!
Thanks for that! I use UNE all the time, but never really understood how to implement the response tables. I always went back to Mythic for that. Will try these out soon, now I understand how it works!
So helpful! Lot of great tools out there but sometimes when you’re sitting by yourself reading it, it doesn’t come alive or while interesting it isn’t clear how useful it will be. your thought process is extremely valuable as an example to kickstart my own when learning new tools
Thank you for your videos! I have always wanted to solo rpg and you have inspired me to start. I hope you keep the videos coming because I learn so much from you. It is refreshing to see someone doing the genre proud. Keep up the good work!
Just started a D&D campaign with my friends and this seeks awesome to use for jumping off points with NPCs as I am a first time DM! Definitely going to give it a shot! Found the channel not too long ago by happenstance on JAT's channel. Not even done the first season yet but already pumped for more!
Thank you so much for the series and these supplemental explanations about the tools. I just found this channel and you have inspired me to start my own solo 5e campaign. I have the Mythic Deck version of the emulator and so far it has been a blast. Please continue the great work and fun stories.
Thanks for another great video. It’s really interesting to see how all these tools can fit together to form a massive arsenal of content. It would great to hear about the various 2d and 3D scenery you used throughout the show as some of that stuff can really eat into a budget.
@@MeMyselfandDieRPG Agreed. And I've found the Mood chart comes in really handy with existing Allies in my Savage Worlds campaign. Finding out that your Friendly Ally is suddenly in a "guarded" mood can shape an entire scene.
Only just discovered you, but love your style and enthusiasm! I GM a few games but locked into those styles/systems due to the players. You've given me the confidence to play some solo games myself in other systems I'm interested in! If you want any ideas for future videos, I'd love it if you provided some resources for improv character voices (for my GM games, not my solo ones! Ha!). I'm sure some printable chart exists for randomly generating voices on tables (deep, nassely, whisper, fast, etc). I'd love to print a chart off for reference but can't find what I'm after anywhere! (Maybe they don't exist). Anyway! Keep it up. You're awesome🤘🤘
Some of these options sound great for a PC build. Better style snd range than some of the DnD books. I am referring to the short and random bonds, flaws etc per class.
For the much stronger serf, I like the idea of a paladin who finished his quest and then went back to the farm. Actually, isn't that Superman (in some universes)?
How do people find using these in a live group game? For solo play you can obviously take as long as you want and it's part of the fun to surprise yourself but I imagine trying to pull out a bunch of various tables clunky when trying to keep a game running with multiple people. Haven't tried it myself yet though I'm curious
I am just finding this channel and going over some of the resources. I have a copy of UNE(rev) and it doesn't appear to have the binary table despite referencing it in the text itself. I downloaded it again to see if I had a corrupt copy and it still doesn't have it. Anyone else having this issue?
Personally, I've never used any part of UNE besides the basic definition and motivation generators. There's never really been a situation when I've wanted to randomly determine power level and I usually just use Fate Chart questions for conversations.
Hey Trevor, I have been playing a bit of Ironsworn, but after being introduced to solo RPG's I am interested in trying another system solo. Perhaps Five Torches Deep, or Elemental... Anyhow, I remembered seeing this video a while back and picked up UNE. The author also did a GM emulator called CRGE. I picked it up because it was the same author as UNE, it was PWYW, and I read somewhere that it was similar to Mythic, but perhaps a bit more "modern". I am just wondering if you ever took a look at it and if so, what you thought and how it compares to Mythic. Also, if you are encountering a monster of some sort while playing solo, do you use UNE (or something else) to help determine its power level?
Hey man, little problem here. The most current version on DriveThru doesn’t have the ‘extreme yes’ and ‘extreme no’. For instance, guarded and neutral just come up as: ‘6-15’?
Ah! That explains why I never noticed a binary response option. Those numbers in our revised editions aren't for Yes/No at all... they are to determine the NPC's mood based on Relationship. It looks like the binary chart he covered isn't in our version.
@@jacobc8019 You choose the relationship and then roll d100 to get the NPC's current conversation mood. If Neutral, and you roll in the 6-15 range, they are in a "guarded" mood.
@@jacobc8019 Yes. The mood chart comes in really handy with allies and NPCs that your character already has a relationship with--good or bad. Finding out that your Friendly ally is suddenly in a "guarded" mood can shape an entire scene. I had a scene where my character's new lover was in a guarded mood and it turned into a breakup scene after asking a few questions of the Mythic GME. Actually one of my favorites scenes I've played. :)
@@MeMyselfandDieRPG I'm on episode 7 right now. Can't wait to see your take on Ironsworn and Delve if you'll use it. You have realy great content. I enjoyed it very much...
I think you’re better off thinking up three adventurer NPCs, three townsfolk, and three rural villagers as part of prep. During play, just grab one that makes sense & replace it with a new one between sessions. All you need is a list of medieval occupations. Linus, surly joiner with a limp Timon, pleasant grocer with an interest in news Senna, pregnant laundress with a toddler
UNE is a brilliant tool for giving NPCs a voice. Can also help avoid falling into cliches, thanks to the randomness.
Really glad to see this review, warms my heart. Zach would have loved to have seen this feedback and tribute. Glad to hear you enjoyed the supplement.
RIP Zach Best. Thank you for the amazing tools.
Insensitive serf immediately gave me the constitutional peasants scene from Monty Python vibes
HELP HELP I'M BEING OPPRESSED
It's interesting to see the similarities and differences of approach when you're doing these random table examples.
When you were rolling up the bartender, for example, my thought was "Oh, this person may be a (lesser or deposed) noble. Or has worked for a noble, at the very least." and I imagined your standard trope of a retired adventurer running a standard tavern with touches of class. A minstrel with sharp eyes and a gentle demeanor playing quietly in the corner as they listen without appearing to. Surprisingly fit and demure bar maidens (possibly daughters or nieces) working the floor. Very clean and pleasantly lit. That sort of image.
On the serf, I was mildly distracted by my food and so when you said, "possess" my immediate thought was, "No wonder he's so much stronger! He's possessed!" Then followed by "valor" it became, "Oh oh, right. Then he wants to become a knight. Done and done. He's been training hard, but still can't get where he wants to go."
I think my favorite thing about watching solo LPs is seeing the ways a solo player interprets a situation and comparing it to my own. I feel like it exercises my creative muscles by showing me different ways to stretch them. So to speak.
@Klawzie Really enjoyed reading your own unique interpretations as Trevor was revealing his, and yes everyone will have their own thoughts and ideas which is the beautiful thing regarding these supplements. Everyone's interpretations will take their story into different directions, and yours were no less brilliant than his. Loved it!
Same ! For the "doubt history", it seemed evident to me that the serf simply didn't know about the adventurers and didn't want to send troublemakers to the castle😀. The possession idea is quite cool !
Every time I see one of these supplemental episodes I get excited for Ironsworn.
SAME! I'm seven chapters into my first Ironsworn campaign really curious what assets Arne will have. What do you think?
Jimalcoatl hoping there’s episode one in the works!
Thank you for this video. I bought ÜNE based on your recommendation back when Me, Myself and Die first started. It’s become one of my go-to supplements. I use it for virtually every game. It’s simply fantastic and good to see its capabilities highlighted. I may steal your insensitive serf, Sir Lost the Lot, as an NPC as some point.
"Sir Lost the Lot". Gold. :)
I love the fact that you have a d100 in your mind 🙄 hahaha also, I like to practice my english listening skills (i am from Brazil) 😂 thanks to bring us this amazing video ❤️
UNE never failed me, the very reason why I keep postponing the main quest 'cause of the backstorie and conflicts it automatically generates along with interesting characters.
Again, a great walk-through of this tool. I rolled for you on the UNE tables, and you came out as a (11) "lively" (76) "Entertainer" and your motivation was to (24) Chronicle" (89) Stories. By the way, you also came out as slightly weaker than me. Thank you for doing these supplements.
Lol
When you did the NPC motivation, all I could think was "comprehend love". IYKYK
So I come back to these as well as the solo series every now and again. After interacting with the same ideas that you've suggested and used, it has been massively eye opening. Like I am starting to feel like I really get it. And that rules!
Thanks for that! I use UNE all the time, but never really understood how to implement the response tables. I always went back to Mythic for that. Will try these out soon, now I understand how it works!
So helpful! Lot of great tools out there but sometimes when you’re sitting by yourself reading it, it doesn’t come alive or while interesting it isn’t clear how useful it will be. your thought process is extremely valuable as an example to kickstart my own when learning new tools
Thank you for your videos! I have always wanted to solo rpg and you have inspired me to start. I hope you keep the videos coming because I learn so much from you. It is refreshing to see someone doing the genre proud. Keep up the good work!
Just came across your channel,subbed. Going to check out your 1st. Season, sounds very interesting!
Just started a D&D campaign with my friends and this seeks awesome to use for jumping off points with NPCs as I am a first time DM! Definitely going to give it a shot!
Found the channel not too long ago by happenstance on JAT's channel. Not even done the first season yet but already pumped for more!
Thank you so much for the series and these supplemental explanations about the tools. I just found this channel and you have inspired me to start my own solo 5e campaign. I have the Mythic Deck version of the emulator and so far it has been a blast. Please continue the great work and fun stories.
Love you man. Great videos! Looking forward for the new series.
I love UNE, use it all the time!
Love how he described it will make it easier when I get it myself
Thanks for another great video. It’s really interesting to see how all these tools can fit together to form a massive arsenal of content. It would great to hear about the various 2d and 3D scenery you used throughout the show as some of that stuff can really eat into a budget.
This was very helpful. I have used UNE several times, but I guess I glossed over the binary response table. Good stuff.
Nevermind... I have the revised version--the binary table isn't in my version.
Yeah, apparently the new version doesn’t have it. You don’t need it - the rest of the supplement is the real value.
@@MeMyselfandDieRPG Agreed. And I've found the Mood chart comes in really handy with existing Allies in my Savage Worlds campaign. Finding out that your Friendly Ally is suddenly in a "guarded" mood can shape an entire scene.
Perfect!
One of the best videos!
I already share with a brazilian Solo group!
It's brilliant!
Another fantastic supplement to use! UNE has been a great help for me. Great video as always sir!
Best rpg youtube channel ever.
You rock !
Another useful tool! Thanks, matey 😁
One more vid to go, then I'm jumping into Season 1
Only just discovered you, but love your style and enthusiasm! I GM a few games but locked into those styles/systems due to the players. You've given me the confidence to play some solo games myself in other systems I'm interested in!
If you want any ideas for future videos, I'd love it if you provided some resources for improv character voices (for my GM games, not my solo ones! Ha!). I'm sure some printable chart exists for randomly generating voices on tables (deep, nassely, whisper, fast, etc). I'd love to print a chart off for reference but can't find what I'm after anywhere! (Maybe they don't exist). Anyway! Keep it up. You're awesome🤘🤘
The quality of my games' NPCs after watching this video is incredibly higher.
Some of these options sound great for a PC build. Better style snd range than some of the DnD books.
I am referring to the short and random bonds, flaws etc per class.
Another superb video. Thank you!
If possible, one of these days would love to have you on my channel and have an interview. Keep up the good work.
For the much stronger serf, I like the idea of a paladin who finished his quest and then went back to the farm. Actually, isn't that Superman (in some universes)?
All other stuff of Conjecture Games, like CRGE and BOLD are amazing too!
It's cool to see the charts that you've been using in your videos! And also I learned the word "penury" from this video! ^o^;>
pretty decent ü actually
How do people find using these in a live group game? For solo play you can obviously take as long as you want and it's part of the fun to surprise yourself but I imagine trying to pull out a bunch of various tables clunky when trying to keep a game running with multiple people. Haven't tried it myself yet though I'm curious
I am just finding this channel and going over some of the resources. I have a copy of UNE(rev) and it doesn't appear to have the binary table despite referencing it in the text itself. I downloaded it again to see if I had a corrupt copy and it still doesn't have it. Anyone else having this issue?
I am using an older version. Apparently the revised version is slightly different.
@@MeMyselfandDieRPG thanks! I was just curious.
Personally, I've never used any part of UNE besides the basic definition and motivation generators. There's never really been a situation when I've wanted to randomly determine power level and I usually just use Fate Chart questions for conversations.
Hey Trevor, I have been playing a bit of Ironsworn, but after being introduced to solo RPG's I am interested in trying another system solo. Perhaps Five Torches Deep, or Elemental...
Anyhow, I remembered seeing this video a while back and picked up UNE. The author also did a GM emulator called CRGE. I picked it up because it was the same author as UNE, it was PWYW, and I read somewhere that it was similar to Mythic, but perhaps a bit more "modern". I am just wondering if you ever took a look at it and if so, what you thought and how it compares to Mythic.
Also, if you are encountering a monster of some sort while playing solo, do you use UNE (or something else) to help determine its power level?
Hey Craig! I’ve heard of CRGE, but haven’t had a chance to look at it yet.
Hey man, little problem here. The most current version on DriveThru doesn’t have the ‘extreme yes’ and ‘extreme no’. For instance, guarded and neutral just come up as: ‘6-15’?
Ah! That explains why I never noticed a binary response option. Those numbers in our revised editions aren't for Yes/No at all... they are to determine the NPC's mood based on Relationship. It looks like the binary chart he covered isn't in our version.
Err, what do the numbers mean then?
@@jacobc8019 You choose the relationship and then roll d100 to get the NPC's current conversation mood. If Neutral, and you roll in the 6-15 range, they are in a "guarded" mood.
Corey Mayo is there any point in using that section?
@@jacobc8019 Yes. The mood chart comes in really handy with allies and NPCs that your character already has a relationship with--good or bad. Finding out that your Friendly ally is suddenly in a "guarded" mood can shape an entire scene. I had a scene where my character's new lover was in a guarded mood and it turned into a breakup scene after asking a few questions of the Mythic GME. Actually one of my favorites scenes I've played. :)
Hi have you ever tried One Page Solo Engine (OPSE )?
Nope, heard of it though.
Any chance for an Ironsworn RPG play? It is also Solo RPG.
Have you watched season one? It's mentioned at the very end that Ironsworn is the next system I'll use.
@@MeMyselfandDieRPG I'm on episode 7 right now. Can't wait to see your take on Ironsworn and Delve if you'll use it.
You have realy great content. I enjoyed it very much...
Does anyone else have the issue of the revised UNE with the 2nd half being different?
It’s a little bit different yeah, but it’s the same basic idea. Don’t sweat it.
@@MeMyselfandDieRPG thanks again Trevor rewatching this video sorry about the DND stuff wasn’t trying to give you a hard time 😅
Much love brother 😊
Does he have an old wound?
I think you’re better off thinking up three adventurer NPCs, three townsfolk, and three rural villagers as part of prep. During play, just grab one that makes sense & replace it with a new one between sessions. All you need is a list of medieval occupations.
Linus, surly joiner with a limp
Timon, pleasant grocer with an interest in news
Senna, pregnant laundress with a toddler