Characters of the Greasepaint Series
In response to playtest comments, I’ve simplified one of the core systems of the DramaSystem engine, which powers the Hillfolk game. To test this, I’ve started up a non-Hillfolk game with the Thursday night group, because we already laid that epic series to its fitting conclusion. This time I threw the choice of setting open to the group, enabling us to collectively create something that isn’t intended for publication. The gang arrived at Carnivale with the serial numbers filed off, and thus are portraying members of a traveling show in dustbowl-era Texas. I’ve dubbed this series Greasepaint. Here’s who they’re playing.
Player
Character
Role
Relationships
Desire
Dramatic Poles
Paul
Jo-Jo the Wildman
Freak
Dr F is his father
B is his rival
Acceptance
Human or freak?
Rachel
Barboa
Snake Charmer
C is her childhood friend
J is object of pity
Control
Independence vs Neediness
Chris
Dr. Fritz
Impresario
Sees B as a daughter
C is rival for status
Protect the show the way it is
Arrogance vs. Wonder
Damian
Caravaggio
Magician
Owes J a debt
lionizes F
People to trust
Honor vs. Suspicion
Scott Foster AerialistWants power from Dr. F
alliance from J
Dr. F’s jobShort-Term vs. Long-Term
