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@Maelum_ 4 күн бұрын
since you been doing adjustments since episode 2 when you last posted the instructions, could you post the updated refined ones you are using now? great series so far
@LexTheGrey Күн бұрын
It has changed since this episode's airing, but here it is currently: **** [ YOUR ROLE ] - You are an 90s DOS-style virtual Dungeon Master. - The game rules: Dungeons and Dragons 5e. [ PLAYER ] - The user will be the player. - They will track their own character sheet details. [ DICE ROLLING ] - The Player will roll their own dice. - You handle the actions and outcomes for the NPCs. - Don't roll dice for NPCs, just decide on how things turn out. - Don't play favorites; cause chaos, intensity, and occasional luck. [ RESPONSE TEMPLATE ] - Use this template below. - No longer than 1 sentence per line. ---- Location: <- Track the location Time: <- Track the time. Environment: <- Detail the surrounding environmental details. NPC: IF ANY, detail who is nearby. Event: <- IF ANY, use this space for encounters or active physical-related events. Notes: <- Only use this space for small DM notes during monumental events. Choices: <- Always list 4 player choices (5th custom), some can have skill checks with DC. ---- [ LIMITATIONS ] - Do not respond like a modern AI, but as a DOS video game. - Do not be overly descriptive, but very simple on the game details. [ ENCOUNTERS ] - Spawn challenging, unique encounters as often as you see fit. - Handle combat game rules: turn order, armor, health, etc. - Show and track the enemy basic stats. - Don't assume player stats; you can ask them for verification. [ ROLE PLAYING ] - Portray NPCs vibrantly, uniquely, and memorably as you see fit. [ ENEMIES ] - Use enemies from the world setting. - Have their difficulty level be based on the environment. [ SESSION RECAP ] - When the session concludes, grant the player XP based on their overall roleplaying. - Should be between 50-150XP. - Create a downloadable text file with a summary of what has transpired during this session. [ PLAYER HACKS ] - The player will use the keyword "Hack" to typically alter the story.
@Maelum_ Күн бұрын
@@LexTheGrey Thanks! you decided to get rid of the setting thing?
@TabletopWanderer 13 күн бұрын
I also use a bit of a.i. also. Mainly for images and I totally understand not having the cash for a real artist. For me, a.i. isn't an issue! keep doing what you want.
@LexTheGrey 13 күн бұрын
Appreciate the comment. I think I remember seeing your channel before. I just subscribed.😊
@TabletopWanderer 13 күн бұрын
@@LexTheGrey thank you!
@deantaylor3786 17 күн бұрын
How are you getting the AI to maintain awareness of stuff that has happened through the story? Every time I try this, the AI 'forgets' what it just did.
@LexTheGrey 16 күн бұрын
I think GPT 4o has a context window of 128K, which I may not have reached yet... But the responses are generating at a slower pace the more prompts we see. At times, it will also use memory.
@phillipmerritt1428 17 күн бұрын
It was very hard read, and I would like to where the sheet you field out is found?
@LexTheGrey 17 күн бұрын
Its on the official Cairn RPG site: cairnrpg.com/first-edition/ Under "First Edition" then "Game Files".
@bennettjb2010 18 күн бұрын
Thanks for posting. I'm really looking forward to improvements in AI for DM or TM assistance. I'm hoping to see people develop hybrid systems, maybe something with mechanical tracking and develeoped tables and systems, but using AI to expand, add flavor, and provide inspiration to the systems.
@bradymartin2090 18 күн бұрын
This kind of gameplay and content is terrible for the long-term health of the game. Please do some reading on the impact that AI generated content has on artists and writers, specifically for TTRPGs
@LearyGlass 20 күн бұрын
Cool man. Me n some buddies are doing the same thing but asked it to use the adventure books. It's been pretty fun but the ai has trouble sticking to the books alot of times.
@LexTheGrey 20 күн бұрын
Interesting take. If you use it within the Folders feature, you can attach a PDF copy of the adventure itself and instruct GPT to reference it in every narrative response.
@brannenpfister2579 20 күн бұрын
How are you getting the mic button to appear? I pay for Plus and don't see it anywhere! Also, any reason you are doing this as a project instead of a GPT?
@LexTheGrey 20 күн бұрын
I'm using the Voice wave chrome extension instead since AVM doesn't work with projects just yet. I also prefer to see the text too, instead of using the standard voice feature bubble. And instead of custom GPTs, updates made to the project instructions are realtime with all chats within that folder. Changes made to custom GPTs are not applied to current chats, only new chats.
@eyehatescott 21 күн бұрын
You choose one of the "racial" powers, you can buy the other one with xp. DiS is a great game though! Cool to see it covered!
@LexTheGrey 21 күн бұрын
Thanks!
@eyehatescott 21 күн бұрын
@@LexTheGreymy pleasure, subbed!
@omwnollie 21 күн бұрын
I’ve made my own GPT that i’ve trained as a game master, and you can use JSON to save different game modifiers or game saves to your computer and drag and drop into any instance of it i also have it storing highlights of NPCs and locations in a JSON “backend” if i ever need to return them. it’s been very cool.
@omwnollie 21 күн бұрын
it’s also great for party based campaigns over the phone, your players can just let you know what they wanna do and you can type it in. it’s allowed for some very fun encounters and synergies, i highly recommend diving into setting up an AI game master cuz you can tweak absolutely any variable in real time
@LexTheGrey 21 күн бұрын
Really? That sounds awesome! I'm assuming this is through the GPT builder?
@omwnollie 21 күн бұрын
@@LexTheGrey sure is! was more appealing to me to mess with a broad game master GPT, and it’s json utilization is explicitly stated in the instructions.
@omwnollie 21 күн бұрын
@ you absolutely could create the same experience without a custom GPT but it’s just the route i’ve been interested in
@thundreturtle 22 күн бұрын
This is awesome!
@LexTheGrey 22 күн бұрын
Thanks!
@RPGDAD1980 22 күн бұрын
Would you be willing to share you prompts to for the AI?
@LexTheGrey 22 күн бұрын
Of course! Here it is below: ---- [YOUR ROLE] - You are the Dungeon Master for a D&D 5e campaign. - Guide the user through a captivating, challenging, dark, eventful adventure. [THE PLAYER] - The user will be the player. - They will control their own actions. - They will be responsible for their character sheet. [NEW CAMPAIGN] - Ask for the basic details of their character. - Offer a few world settings to start or let the player decide. [DICE ROLLING] - The player will handle all their own dice rolling and tell you the results. - You roll dice (using Python) for enemies. [TEMPLATE] - Bold and underline any names, locations, quest items, or vital details. - ALWAYS PRESENT SKILL CHECKS (in each response) during the adventure. - Responses must be 1-3 sentences long, nothing longer. [RULES] - Follow the standard D&D 5e rules thoroughly. [ENCOUNTERS] - Encounters should be often and challenging. - Handle combat per 5e rules. - Track turn order, AC, HP, weapons, and any other combat-related mechanics. [NPCs] - When you embody the NPCs, portray them vibrantly and uniquely as you see fit. [ENEMIES] - Use enemies from the rules or even make up your own. - Have their difficulty be based on the environment. [SKILL CHECKS] - Include a REQUIRED or OPTIONAL skill check on each narrative response. - You decide on which type and show the DC of the check. - The player will tell you their roll result. [LEVELING UP] - After each session concludes, grant the player an amount of XP. - The amount depends on how well they did from the prior session. - Should be between 50-150XP. [CAMPAIGN NOTES] - The player may ask for campaign notes: Create a download text file that has a brief summary of what has transpired since the last session. [LENIENCY] - Don't be so lenient on the player during sessions. - Don't hold their hand nor be so rewarding. - Let them learn, grow, and experience real challenges. [HACKING] - The player will use the keyword "Hack" to alter the story or game rules.
@RPGDAD1980 20 күн бұрын
Thank you!
@RealmZone 25 күн бұрын
Hey that looks like the desktop GPT app? I need to use the voice feature. Is this using the Project feature? Using the GPT as a GM assistant would be best but I get that your experimenting etc.
@LexTheGrey 25 күн бұрын
I've been using the web app instead, with the VoiceWave chrome extension. The Advanced Voice Mode has a notable limit, up to an hour I think, per conversation... so that kind of ruined the idea of a continues story arc. But yes, I've been playing within the Projects feature to keep things isolated, via the instructions.
@RealmZone 25 күн бұрын
@@LexTheGrey Thanks for sharing; question: does the game come with the 4 options in situations?
@LexTheGrey 25 күн бұрын
The instructions I originally gave GPT had 4 options as a standard per response, but now I removed that to save up tokens... but the change didn't effect this one-shot.
@RealmZone Ай бұрын
Good video; I don't know much about Maze Rats; Dungeon World looks interesting. Cairn - Initially I thought it was too basic but after I re-read it; I found a few gems like Relics (Honeyclasp and Staff of Silence pg 12) and I like a number of the spells on pages 16-18, like Auditory Illusion, Cone of Foam, Magic Dampener, Marble Craze (perfect for an arcane trickster), smoke form but my number 1 favorite is 90: Summon Idol (pg 18). I ended up creating a custom magic system around this spell: "A carved stone statue the size of a mule rises from the ground." The class is called Runic Summoner and its defensive, utility and actually not that powerful but I like the idea of summoning huge statues or pillars. I added trickster elements like a false statue (illusion) a statue that holds or stashes your main weapon or artifact, another type that can act as a coffin to protect the caster or ally, I based the dynamics on some World of Warcraft Shaman class totems. I looked briefly at GURPS and realized the potential but after looking into it, I decided to hold off because I'm afraid I'll get pulled away from my current project. Scarlet Heroes - I also did not like it on my first read-through; I think the artwork and the names threw me off but I knew it must be decent since a number of solo content creators swear by it! And when I took my time and read it; there are several mechanics I really like, and I will only share a few: Red Sorcery, Cleric and Magic-User spells have some interesting effects and concepts. I want to incorporate the Cleric Shrine (pg 29) being a necessity in order to create new spells, so for level 10 and higher. I like the treasure rules, random tables and some of the specific magic items on pages 80-87. The magic rings, armor, weapons and misc magic items have some really cool dynamics. My pages are nearly covered in highlights, underlines and scribbled notes. Also reading about the specific rules for a solo adventure did give me more ideas like for initiative, the heroes always attack first and a thief's backstab does triple damage. I may not use these but it helped me to start thinking of ideas for solo play. The Adventure Tags and Dungeon Tables (pgs 96-98) are good and now that I have more solo play experience; the NPC tables, Urban Adventures - Plots and Crimes (pgs 115-122), Wilderness Adventures (pg 122-124) and especially the Dungeon Adventures (pgs 125-129). These are all worth re-visiting (my 2 copper).
@RealmZone Ай бұрын
Really enjoyed this! The AI skill checks and voice acting caught my attention - impressive stuff. Makes me want to check out the game for myself.
@LexTheGrey Ай бұрын
Same here! It turned out better than I thought.
@windmark8040 Ай бұрын
Very interesting! I was wondering how dark the A.I. would get, as far as the horror goes.
@LexTheGrey Ай бұрын
I have a feeling it can get darker on the details, but probably not too violent since it's filtered to an extent. We will see once I start the campaign soon.
@LexTheGrey Ай бұрын
Correction: I meant to say "2021" during the intro. Thanks for watching!
@tarfariclark7130 Ай бұрын
Ur logos sick as hell too
@LexTheGrey Ай бұрын
Thanks! Was made in GPT, so they get all the credit for that.
@tarfariclark7130 Ай бұрын
Two seconds in i saw your setup in google doc and felt ur a genius iam making a solo game and never did anything like this before but u made it look so nice in docs do u have any tips for layouts?
@LexTheGrey Ай бұрын
Thanks man! I just used 2+ columns in the formatting and some specific fonts for the sections.
@LexTheGrey Ай бұрын
FYI: I was having issues with the auto-fill PDF, so I decided to record this tabletop.
@KekoaSkills Ай бұрын
I want some of those games also (physical books). I never thought I’d be interested in game mechanics, for solo I’m going OSR with some customized rules. I’m interested in dnd 4e and I like Pathfinder but just to get ideas. Have you tried using GPT to test combat? It’s not perfect but it might help. I’m sure soon we can have AI game testers 😁
@LexTheGrey Ай бұрын
All great games. It gets overwhelming for which one to read.
@KekoaSkills Ай бұрын
I’m a Basic Fantasy RPG fan (with some customization)
@KekoaSkills Ай бұрын
I grew up playing Zork (text only) and I still have the muscle memory from typing, “kill the troll with the sword”
@LexTheGrey Ай бұрын
I haven't heard that name in a while, but definitely had my fair share of DOS game back in the 90s growing up.
@KekoaSkills Ай бұрын
Orgoth the barbarian (name checks out) the AI voice could be improved, his voice stays the same regardless of context which is kind of funny. I haven’t tried voice gpt and it seems logical to free up your hands for dice and note taking etc. “the fireball hits the creature illuminating it,” please roll for damage 😁
@LexTheGrey Ай бұрын
Advance Voice Mode for GPT is now way more suitable for it to be a DM or a player like I've tested before. Just waiting for OpenAI to tie it to a custom GPT with memory.
@KekoaSkills Ай бұрын
Hey, fellow solo player who just discovered your channel and I subbed. The ten goals can be categorized into 1 Content Structure 2 Production Value 3 Community Growth and Publishing Also, since you work full time, you might not have time to wear too many hats. I find this challenging with solo RPG which can lead to some worldbuilding. It’s great to see how much your thinking about all of this. Thanks for sharing the video.
@LexTheGrey Ай бұрын
Well explained. Thanks for subscribing. World building is definitely something I should try in separate videos, especially if I use that world in a future campaign. Great idea overall. But yes, juggling these videos and my main job can be challenging, but not impossible so far.
@KekoaSkills Ай бұрын
You have over 250 videos using different systems, set ups, some AI stuff, it’s great. I’m starting channel on a different account, been procrastinating forever. 🪼
@KekoaSkills Ай бұрын
I discovered Solo RPGs around 2020 and tried a few systems, then discovered random tables and spent a few months on those snd after years of customization of system rules and spells, I’ve come full circle back to Basic Fantasy RPG. I also agree how using digital tools like a VTT are useful, I’ll get distracted with too many options, I prefer theater of the mind but nothing wrong with using digital, analog or a mix. The same for AI, use it as a tool, and potentially be a coGM or play an NPC. I think that’s just fancy random tables automated. I think the fact you still play in a group is great! Finding a group online has its challenges. Are you a player or DM with your group?
@LexTheGrey Ай бұрын
Thanks for the detailed comment. On the side, I'm typically the player in a friend's campaign... which I will be bringing to this channel. You may notice my videos in the early days of my channel were a mix of AI, D&D, then solo play... which I've stuck with so far. It's been integral to my channel and continues to be my main component. Highly enjoyable compared to other hobbies.
@CrimsonCreed-ct5dk Ай бұрын
Nice! Encouraged to see that you have returned to a d20 system. Yes, it has its drawbacks but overall the positives far outweigh the negatives imho. Watching with great anticipation of where this will go and grow. Really appreciate how you are fleshing this out by trial and error. Merry Christmas.
@neilthompson9194 Ай бұрын
Brilliant work, love the content. Can I ask where do you get your art ? On one ofvyou last videos ,I too can't focus on one system, been jumping from Shadowdark, Symbaroum EZD6 and Tiny Dungeons. Love solo but frustrated by switching systems
@LexTheGrey Ай бұрын
Thanks for the comment. I use AI mostly for any graphics on my channel. I have little to no artistic skills, so its a helpful tool. I think working on my own system has helped me focus on using only one system for now, maybe due to the constant reworking of the rules, new mechanics, etc.
@phillipmerritt1428 Ай бұрын
Ok it is new system, or is Carin system. What time frame is it in?
@LexTheGrey Ай бұрын
Its my own system. Some inspirations from various systems, but it is always involving between episodes. Since this series will be a "playtest", I will always update my viewers of the updates to the rules (if any).
@CrimsonCreed-ct5dk Ай бұрын
Looking forward to this. I really like the sliding scale aspect and the narrative emphasis.
@LexTheGrey Ай бұрын
Thanks! I did add the reputational system before recording ep 0 of the next campaign.
@BX-Forever Ай бұрын
All different animals. White Box is a retroclone of Original D&D, Basic Fantasy is 1981 Basic/Expert with some good houserules, Rules Cyclopedia is 1983-86 BECMI minus the "I", and OSRIC is 1E. I own print copies of all of them but Basic Fantasy is my go-to.
@LexTheGrey Ай бұрын
At least, out of all the ones I own so far, I truly enjoy Rules Cyclopedia. Definitely my favorite of OSR.
@BX-Forever Ай бұрын
@@LexTheGrey It's great to have such abundant choice. And they're similar enough to allow a lot of borrowing between systems. A lifetime of playing for very little money.
@LexTheGrey Ай бұрын
I'm reworking the method of calculating the combat skills to be based on the 5 abilities, instead of rolling up separately.
@phillipmerritt1428 Ай бұрын
Thanks for video. I playing fantasy RPG since the mid 80s I personally am in my 70s but I always like to look at these solo instructions. Keep up the good work I’ll watch you’ll probably grow fast. Thank you.
@LexTheGrey Ай бұрын
Thanks for the continued support!
@uwulla_fluff Ай бұрын
I just stumbled across this series and I'm excited!! I like RPG podcasts but get overwhelmed when many people talk at the same time - so this sounds fantastic!! You're my new knitting companion 😊
@LawrenceMorgan-u5y Ай бұрын
Lol hydrogen phosphite...no dumb ai it is hit points
@LexTheGrey Ай бұрын
lol I wasn't sure what it was saying, so I just went with it
@CrimsonCreed-ct5dk Ай бұрын
Great collection. Cairn is still my personal favorite. I just picked up Five Leagues from the Borderlands. Might be worth checking into for yourself.
@LexTheGrey Ай бұрын
Cairn FTW. So simple yet so damn fun!
@xavierp7658 Ай бұрын
Surprised you didn’t mention Shadowdark? Seems like a notable exclusion
@LexTheGrey Ай бұрын
I don't think I own that one. Gotta check it out.
@OldDesertGal Ай бұрын
I want to solo some Weird Western so I'm looking at SWADE Deadlands. The book costs are a little prohibitive for me.
@LexTheGrey Ай бұрын
I definitely see a lot of Savage Worlds out there. I gotta try it some time in full.
@windmark8040 Ай бұрын
Great picks! Fate is VERY narrative and the core ruleset is more of a toolset. For a Fate beginner, I'd recommend trying Fate Accelerated, first. Accelerated follows the Fate vibe, but is easier to jump into- especially for solo play. I'd also suggest Advanced Fighting Fantasy. Simple rules and not Warhammer.
@LexTheGrey Ай бұрын
I appreciate the advice. I've been wanting to give Fate a try for a while.
@PatrickPhilipp-t9h Ай бұрын
Thanks. Cairn, Whitebox and Basic Fantasy are meanwhile my top solo games. I used to, or was at least tempted to buy a huge chunk of RPG rule books till I noticed that my preferred play style is narrative and not mechanics driven so all those 500 pages and up books are not my cup of tea. Besides, there is so much free content out there which gives you stuff for your whole life. Take GURPS for instance, you can buy the full rule book if you like. However, I was personally fully satisfied with the freely available Lite version. I got all I need to play GURPS. I do support independent content creators, but I do not buy big books anymore. RPG for me is 95% about narrative, and maybe 5% about rules. Thank you for your videos. I like what you do.
@LexTheGrey Ай бұрын
Hi everyone. This dungeon crawl didn't last as long as I wanted due to some time constraints BTS. Hoping next one will be longer. As always, thanks for watching.
@ErAckman Ай бұрын
LOL
@somatoth1048 2 ай бұрын
Hi! Can you post a link to the character roster sheet? Or is that your own creation? Thanks!
@LexTheGrey 2 ай бұрын
Sure. It's on their official website here as a Character Roster: cairnrpg.com/resources/third-party-resources/
@somatoth1048 2 ай бұрын
@@LexTheGrey I don't know how I missed it then :D Thank you!
@DemonaeTV 2 ай бұрын
16 wis. You're a Priest, Harry! edit: heh speed of 2, you're doomed. great vid
@LexTheGrey 2 ай бұрын
ha thanks! was definitely unfamiliar waters but I enjoyed it!
@phillipmerritt1428 2 ай бұрын
I began playing GURPS in the 80’s, it hard to find others to play with, I got a lot of 3rd and the basic fourth edition. Always like GURPS.!!! Base fantasy RPS it a very close second. It’s a four day understand and reply. Oh!! I am in 70s little fantasy games. Can’t find a group so I play a lot of solo. I want to.
@LexTheGrey 2 ай бұрын
I agree. GURPS is fascinating to me. It definitely sits in my favorite list so far. The skill base system is fantastic.
@calibur12001 2 ай бұрын
OMG! THAC0 is not rocket science! Remember the number 19. Now subtract the AC from it. That's the number to hit or better on a d20. So, if the AC is 6, then you need a 13+ to hit. It's that easy.
@LexTheGrey 2 ай бұрын
Thanks. I'm aware. It took me a bit, but I figured it out.
@RollForTuraco 2 ай бұрын
I'm currently playing Deathbringer with my kids, we just finished a session where I had forgotten to level them up from the last 2 sessions. I went with a level at every 100 GP. It's starting to pick up and there's a BBG coming up soon.
@LexTheGrey 2 ай бұрын
Thats a good idea. I'm still debating how to treat leveling up, if I got by the rules or a milestone system. I typically don't do XP, but have been trying so lately.
@phillipmerritt1428 2 ай бұрын
Thanks you one of many who say WB as a Solo system.
@LexTheGrey 2 ай бұрын
Whitebox is fascinating. I need to further read on the copy I have.
@phillipmerritt1428 2 ай бұрын
I hope your ideas for playing solo will. I played my first RPG in are around 1983. I really enjoy playing, most my player have quite or die. So I only answer is solo. Thanks