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Contributing to OD3d6GS

Thank you for your interest in contributing to Open Development 3d6 Game System (OD3d6GS) and the collaborative campaign setting Stereotera. This project thrives on the creativity, talent, and passion of its contributors. Below, you'll find guidelines on how you can contribute and the goals driving this project.

I am the creator and visionary for OD3d6GS and Stereotera. My role is to shepherd the system’s development, document its history, and ensure its growth reflects the community’s creative efforts. I am focused on creating the proprietary Death Mesa campaign setting, where gameplay events shape its evolving lore. I want to enable others to take leadership roles in promoting, organizing, and enhancing this project as it grows.

-Nick Grotto

Goals of the Project

  • Innovate TTRPG Design: To redefine how people play and think about tabletop RPGs through a community-driven, open-development game system.
  • Foster Creativity: Build Stereotera, a shared universe that grows organically through the collective imagination of its contributors, akin to SCP or Creepypasta.
  • Establish Canon Through Collaboration: Allow GMs and players to branch the repository, develop unique campaigns, and vote on what becomes main-branch canon for the Stereotera setting.
  • Support Fair Play and Fair Pay: Ensure contributors receive recognition and equitable shares of any profits generated from their work.

OD3d6GS is made available under an open license for development and innovation, while Death Mesa, a proprietary setting, evolves through gameplay, with player characters credited for contributions to the lore.

Ways to Contribute

Game Development

  • Rules and Mechanics: Suggest refinements, design new rules, or propose modular systems.
  • Feedback: Playtest the system and share feedback to improve the experience.

Worldbuilding

  • Stereotera Setting: Write lore, develop regions, factions, or plot hooks. Submit new branches with your campaigns and ideas for community review and potential canonization.
  • Death Mesa: Players contribute through in-game achievements; characters' actions and stories may become part of the setting.

Artistic Contributions

  • Visual Design: Submit artwork for Stereotera, character designs, or game assets.
  • Maps and Diagrams: Create battle maps, world maps, or other visual aids.

Editing and Documentation

  • Rule Clarifications: Help refine the language of the rules and mechanics.
  • Proofreading: Improve grammar, consistency, and readability.

Promotion and Community Building

  • Social Media: Share updates, create promotional content, or manage online communities.
  • Playtesting Events: Organize and host sessions to showcase the system and gather feedback.

Software Development

  • Automation Tools: Build tools or apps to streamline gameplay, such as character generators or encounter builders.
  • Integrations: Develop plugins for virtual tabletops like Foundry VTT or Roll20.

Recognition of Contributors

We want all contributors to feel valued. Contributions will be recognized in the following ways:

  • Acknowledgments: This CONTRIBUTING.md lists all contributors by role.
  • Attribution: Every significant contribution will be credited in relevant releases, settings, or materials.
  • Profit Sharing: For projects like Kickstarter campaigns or print runs, contributors whose work is included will receive an equitable share of profits. Details will be outlined in contributor agreements.

Getting Started

  1. Fork the Repository: Start by forking the repository to your GitHub account.
  2. Create an Issue: Discuss your idea or contribution with the community by opening an issue.
  3. Submit Pull Requests: Once your contribution is ready, submit a pull request. Be sure to:
    • Provide a detailed description of the changes.
    • Update relevant documentation or the changelog.
  4. Engage with the Community: Join discussions on Discord or GitHub to share ideas and receive feedback.

Credits

Creator: Nicholas Grotto (www.nickgrotto.com)
Game Developers: James Stroup, Marty Bucholz
Software Developers: Charlie Rourke
Worldbuilders: Stereotera: Nick Grotto

Acknowledgment: This project uses ChatGPT to assist with ideation, drafting, and refinement.

We’re excited to have you join the OD3d6GS journey! Whether you’re developing rules, drawing maps, or contributing feedback, your efforts shape this project’s future.