Mothership RPG in 1 rule

[@reganhay7887]

Just in case you were like me and got obsessed with that portable scanner/printer, it's the Silver Reed Portacopy

[@alfredvalley]

This is the answer. It’s awful to use and I love it

[@reganhay7887]

@@alfredvalley It really does look absolutely abysmal to use, but I'm still looking to see if I can find a functional one in New Zealand because I'm just that kinda freak

[@alfredvalley]

I respect it

[@AnotherGuyProductions]

Is there anything similar still made these days? Seems really cool

[@Desi-qw9fc]

@@AnotherGuyProductions There are bluetooth thermal printers that you can connect to your phone and use to print photos.

[@geng6443]

Usually videos about tabletop RPGs, especially from smaller channels, are a guy sitting in front of a camera and just talking off the cuff for twenty or so minutes. Not this one. Succinctly written, beautifully edited and shot, easily one of the most compelling ttrpg videos I've seen

[@alfredvalley]

I figured no-one needs to see me wanging on. Thanks for the kind words

[@DripNZ]

This video IS awesome, If you’re looking for more thoughtfully written TTPRG videos, I’d look into Quinn’s Quest (if you haven’t already)

[@tryrexm]

played mothership for a whole campaign once the entire chat was full of "IT'S SO OVER" or "WE'RE SO BACK" every 4 minutes

[@theoneandonlymichaelmccormick]

To borrow a quote: “Space is where expensive stuff goes to break”.

[@RayleeRaven567]

i remember MANY comments saying that we live in an age where some random dude could out-perform a whole company in terms of media quality. this was another example of that, just on a different layer crazy just how little passion is appreciated compared to fame or cash

[@PlainclothesBandit]

I've only had the chance to play Mothership once during a convention, but it somehow managed to so thoroughly capture my imagination that I purchased and kickstarted multiple third-party supplements and adventures that I may never get the chance to play. It manages to squeeze maximum tone and style in as few pages as possible.

[@markbaker465]

If you loved it as much as you've described, you would be doing yourself a disservice to not play it. What's stopping you? Just play it and enjoy! 😊

[@ocean_monster1]

​@@markbaker465 Probably job or family etc. People who have money for board games sadly usually don't have the time to play them 😅

[@Ryuuuuuk]

Youth is wasted on the young.

[@mossy3565]

The fact this is only 3:40 in length is amazing. SO many other videos stretch themselves out to ten minutes, making bad jokes and plugging products/websites And yet, I learned a lot. Well done

[@THExRISER]

Oh hi Mossy!

[@mossy3565]

@@THExRISER Hello to you, too

[@THExRISER]

@@mossy3565

[@artistpoet5253]

Sounds like fun. I listened to a few reviews of the game and it all sounded like the 'same old sci-fi'. This one actually has me interested in giving it a try.

[@alfredvalley]

Glad I could give you a different perspective

[@-HazardPay-ru8ii]

A perfect summary! I'll be sharing this with my c-levels and various underlings

[@rockerboyworldwide152]

this video was singularly responsible for me obtaining both a thermal printer and a porta copy. thanks, i guess.

[@lucasromay1213]

I can't believe this is now like one of my favorite videos in any ttrpg and it's less than 4 minutes long, just incredibles vibes and production, would love to see more of this

[@dwightyoung2291]

Unfortunately during my first and only session of Mothership, we didn't get to use that rule. All of us still died though, probably. Two in a hyperspace ram maneuver in a desperate attempt to seal something sinister, one to buy the other two time. The space hulk is still flying through the endless void, charted for the sun. With luck, it'll just be another three names on an incident report.

[@Speakers_]

This is such a fantastic, beautifully made video that not only makes me want to watch mothership but certainly look out for other videos you come out with in the future!

[@GreekSoloRPG]

The artistic purpose and creativity of this video is so compelling. Instant sub. Without conscious thought, pure instinct. And then I got lost in your shorts! Thanks for the inspiration!

[@ionvancleave9116]

I needed something to add to Spelljammer to really make the nightmares pop. THANKS.

[@commanderfoxtrot]

EIGHTY-TWO CANADIAN DOLLARS FOR THE BASE EDITION?! Jesus Christ, no, I can't afford that!

[@miya1285]

or you could just get the players guide as a pdf

[@korbx]

My dude, I dunno who you are or what this channel is actually about (something sinister I'd wager), but this little video is oozing with atmosphere I find hard to describe. I pray in due time more are to come out of this Alfred Valley.

[@digital-alchemist]

Nice. Been thinking about picking up Mothership. Love the death save mechanic. Definitely adds to the tension, harshness, and realism. Great video!

[@Blizzic]

This video rules! I’ve come back to it like three times already. By the way, I know you’ve got people down here asking for the source of every single moment of this video, but I was wondering where you got that sound byte you played right at the beginning of the man talking about docking with the mothership?

[@alfredvalley]

@@Blizzic I believe it’s from the movie First Man

[@harryknight3114]

A fantastically well put together video, up there if not surpassing a lot of the "big name" channels. I'm looking forward to seeing what you do next!

[@amanisalone]

Alfred you are amazing. You brought me into mothership and I’m happy to say that now I can’t get out

[@alfredvalley]

Thank you, friend! I’ve got you trapped.

[@a_lethe_ion]

The rule is why i love one shot CoC adventures. They allow for a meaningful, scary intense or sometimes just hilarious death.

[@fearandloathinginnorway7541]

Going to go buy my own Silver Reed Portacopy

[@telstarradio7974]

Hands down the best review of this game. This is how I will introduce players to the game. Brilliant!

[@Rattleboneses]

I am so glad I'm finally on TTRPGtube. Goodness, this is glorious.

[@partyofonepodcast]

Jorth Ratlingburg

[@Arceus1398]

This is wonderful, the level of production seems to had a lot of love and passion behind them, definitely subbing!

[@ElzLovesYou]

Wow, extremely well made video - I'm so impressed, love it. Great. Subbed.

[@MenschWerdeWesentlich]

What everybody else said: Incredibly well done and stylish video, mate! No idea, what awaits me on your channel, but I'm subbed by virtue of this short video alone. You could/should be going places.

[@IAmBael]

Mothership is... the algorithm. And it brought me here. Beautifully edited video.

[@zlothz]

This is such an excellent, concise video, and your editing even further emphasizes the topic- well done & thank you!

[@Yt-gd8ps]

Beautifully choreographed, written and orchestrated review. I truly felt immersed in the video.

[@kirkyoung4147]

This is incredible, you clearly enjoy films and film making alongside ttrpgs. You really bring the games to life with your editing.

[@jankarieben1071]

Wow, Schrodinger’s death save, brutal 🤘

[@alfredvalley]

Perfect. Annoyed I didn’t come up with this!

[@foxtorche]

Beautiful video, very atmospheric. Sold me the whole experience in the first few seconds.

[@metalsortasucks4604]

Played this with one of the creators in Dayton Ohio a few years ago. I really enjoyed the experience. Good game.

[@DemonBlanka]

Oh man, this is so appealing to me but its the kind of thing that's hard to get a group for and get them all on board (and damn if this isn't something that would hit hardest in person!) While not quite the same I had a great experience in horror RPG tension playing the Alien RPG, having the alien instantly kill me as the android, the person who was the most physically capable of the group provided an amazing sense of danger as I watched the rest of the game play out and the other players try to work towards their own ends. There's something to be said about having a good death!

[@nervecentral]

This was an excellent video. That is all.

[@bluebaboon37]

Great video, really sold this game to me!

[@Kekatronic]

the start of the video would be a great DnB transition

[@enterchannelname8981]

That was an exceptional video. My one qualm about the rule is you being comatose. If there aren't any other rules in the book about how being comatose works, does that just mean that you sit at the table and do nothing until the party gets around to either killing you or bringing you back? That doesn't sound very fun, so I hope that there's another way to do it.

[@alfredvalley]

This is a valid qualm! Mothership sets itself up as a game that values rulings over rules, encourages the rule of cool. If this situation came up mid-game I don’t think I’d expect there to be a rule dealing with comatose. Instead the context would determine what happens next. There will be bad consequences of having to lug around the unresponsive PC. Either the party intervene or they dump the body; they’ll be forced to make a decision. Does the scientist cook up a harebrained plan to jerryrig a makeshift defibrillator? You bet I’m letting that happen. Do the party stash the body in a hold and go on their way? I’d get the player to roll up a new character but make a mental note that there’s a tasty loose end to resolve further down the line.

[@MrEds9]

I just wanted to drop a comment for the algorithm, I loved your video.

[@teo-na]

Love the presentation! Very well done

[@indigocit8508]

You deserve thousands of subscribers.

[@LootBndt]

Awesome video and editing!

[@ultraparadiso]

great video about a great rule 💀 well done

[@a_lethe_ion]

I do think that the dm should check it first and in the case of a 0 tell the person they wake up if they have been left behind. Could make for some interesting play

[@Chaoclypse]

Awesome video, Alfred! I can't believe I'm not subscribed yet - just fixed that! :D

[@alfredvalley]

Hello! And welcome

[@agemoz]

thanks for the free download, im not spending €70 on a pdf

[@aurvay]

Great video! Intrigued about that handheld scanner/printer thing!

[@charlie_5418]

What an amazing video about such an intriguing system! What was that canon typewriter you had? And that handheld scanner?? So cool!

[@alfredvalley]

It’s a Canon Typestar 90

[@bad1080]

just watched it for the third time, incredibly well done!

[@bad1080]

so glad i commented on this, otherwise it be lost like tears in rain

[@robbie_the_mastermind2176]

I wanted to get this game at a local shop but it closed down before I got the chance.

[@taninrobertson2262]

Great vibes!

[@myhandle365]

This is such a great video.

[@NC-sc2vz]

Hey there, it's me, your 100th subscriber. Congrats!! This is a damn good video and I am sold on the game, thanks for creating such a captivating atmosphere. Only question I have is where can I get that patch at 0:58? I am not seeing it on tuesday's website in either the deluxe set nor the patches section.

[@alfredvalley]

Hey, thanks! That patch came with my boxset. I suspect it was given to Kickstarter backers, but I could be wrong

[@charlie_5418]

Oh and what is that cassette player!? Beautiful!

[@alfredvalley]

That’s a Philips D6350

[@streetsurgery]

What a fucking cool video. I want to run this game already but now I'm mega hyped

[@VanDavis]

Well...this got you a Sub. Looking forward to more! 👍

[@alfredvalley]

Welcome aboard recruit.

[@chaoticzer0]

Anyone know what are the cards at 0:25?

[@ВолодимирМайко-п7р]

such cool video!

[@ReyGimenez-h3d]

Adrien Throughway

[@s3xedmanthunder192]

mins on order ^^ cant wait for it to be in.... *sighhhhh*

[@MichelleMoore-w9j]

Effertz Greens

[@marcelukawski1346]

Very Stylish❤

[@GoobertCrayon]

awesome video

[@danielbutzer9460]

who are you?! that was awesome. have you seen Every Frame a Painting? nj

[@erichurricane1044]

I thought the guy at the beginning was freddy freaker

[@IsaiahUla-r6w]

Gunnar Green

[@BillyMaltz-o8e]

Ledner Spring

[@elfhunter6]

Now THAT'S a good death mechanic.

[@HewlettCara-m7i]

Leonard Ridges

[@myika]

Deaton Declan

[@AaronMFKing]

Vronka Elizabeth Jornson

[@LandonAlbert-j4q]

Hilpert Springs

[@GiuseppeKaya-y9w]

Jaskolski Roads

[@BrianYoung-f5m]

Kattie Springs

[@dameeit]

What is the video game from which those two clips are taken? Looks cool.

[@alfredvalley]

@@dameeit it is a retro video game called Mothership I believe

[@dameeit]

@@alfredvalley Thank you!

[@BakerJulia-n9q]

Gerlach Street

[@maximeyale51]

What's the gadget used at 1:45? I'd love to get myself one of those

[@HelenGarcia-e5z]

Aubrey Turnpike

[@diplodocus6969]

have you heard of space station 13

[@rtxon6031]

This vid is the tits 🤌

[@Kai-sz2if]

whats the name of the thing the cards from 0:25 came from? kzbin.info/www/bejne/e2qbnH1piqaga7csi=I8kZMvlbznTR4gWk&t=25

[@alfredvalley]

Terrors From The Cosmos by Tempest Tome. It’s a box set of adventure pamphlets

[@seagulldreams]

Lo Aldo IV

[@ThePepush]

Hey, what is the source of the pictures at 2:42?

[@alfredvalley]

@@ThePepush I believe they’re from the Mothership Warden’s Manual

[@rollaroundfindout]

Awesome video! Got a sub from me!

[@AREZQ93]

What enemy deck were you showing in 0:26?

[@alfredvalley]

That’s from Terrors From The Cosmos by Tempest Tome Games.

[@DeborahMcKinney-v1l]

Jerde Fords

[@AyarARJ]

I feel that a DCC-type gauntlet would be appropriate for introducing Mothership and expectation-management. Probably more appropriate given the setting.

[@alfredvalley]

Ah the good ol DCC funnel! Check out The Drain by Ian Yusem. It is just that for Mothership

[@AyarARJ]

@@alfredvalley Funnel...yes, that's what I meant; dunno why I keep referring to it as gauntlet. Regardless, thanks for that pointer! "The Drain is a tense funnel adventure for the Mothership Scifi Horror RPG 1e set in a combat-ravaged farming habitat." Nice.

[@ohmynoche]

1:08 where's this image from?

[@alfredvalley]

@@ohmynoche it’s from one of the core Mothership books - I can’t recall which one off the top of my head

[@TR-ru7wl]

Music source?

[@alfredvalley]

My drafts folder

[@TR-ru7wl]

@alfredvalley damn that sounds good

[@AnnHelen-m4n]

Will Port

[@dwarffortress69]

Great vid but you utter plonk, the game is sold out! I CAN"T BUY IT! How dare you!

[@alfredvalley]

Ha! It’s not sold out, just hasn’t gone on general sale yet. But that time should be coming very soon as backers seem to be receiving their copies at the moment

[@YukonHexsun]

I'm not sure I"m a fan, but I see why it's appealing to some. Plus this is a TTRPG, you don't have to use every rule. The issue is that it treats characters as much more disposable, like we're playing a Roguelike and not a TTRPG. Or I suppose, it's like we're playing the original D&D. I don't play games that last 10 sessions, I play games that last for years. Losing years of my time, relationships, all I've built up because of one dice roll is straight up not fun. Of course you can try to avoid risking that death save in the first place, but I then wonder how difficult that is considering that other detail. Survive, solve, or save, mutually exclusively? I don't take that as a rule, I look at that and take it as either a challenge or a lie Everyone has their different playstyle, I guess. I want to look into Mothership because a friend wants to tweak it to run a Signalis game some day, but this aspect of it makes me wary. This seems like the kind of thing that appeals to people who play 10 Candles, that kind of thing.

[@moocow7565]

😎😎😎

[@PaterPhoenix-d8k]

Tad Stream

[@markc.7984]

I have a comment and a criticism. The aesthetic of this video is *awesome*. Well lit, well framed. I love all the lo-fi/analog props and material. (Liked one shot in particular so much I took a screen shot and put it in my cool art and pictures folder.) The take on Mothership is insightful and interesting. My criticism: the narration. The voice is timid. Listening to it made me feel like a teacher who needs to tell the kid to speak up. Miked so close we get all the saliva-mouth-sounds. And some of the writing - "just move on," "hits different" - is especially cringy delivered by the timid voice, like someone trying to sound current, or tough, but is neither. Really does a disservice to everything else about the video, which is very well made. I'd recommend hiring someone, asking a more-confidently-spoken friend, or getting some voice coaching. But either way, I hope this creator keeps making videos.

[@amanisalone]

But…this is just Alfred’s voice? Do you want them to change their voice for the video?

[@markc.7984]

@@amanisalone whether it's his voice or someone else's, if it's in the video it need to be the best it can, same as lighting, editing, etc. etc.

[@JamesBuggemo]

I’m sure this is great, so have a comment for the algorithm, but I can’t deal with the ASMR whistling.

[@alfredvalley]

ASMR whistling?

[@Scaevola9449]

Oh. So it's another one of those "games" that's actually just a bunch of very pretty collectibles with a barebones game stretched over it to translucent thinness. Like a higher-production MorkBorg.