Exalted

Exalted TTRPG · Exalted Roleplaying Game

Exalted

Exalted is high-powered mythic fantasy where you play champions, outlaws, or rulers standing up to gods and empires. Big stories and sweeping emotions are the focus. You leap from rooftop to rooftop, charm courts, and bargain with dragons. Our Game Masters highlight stunts and bold decisions, making the table feel like martial arts cinema crossed with timeless myth. It welcomes newcomers as much as veterans who enjoy deep options. Planning a birthday or team event? A professional Game Master keeps the pace clear and everyone engaged. Meet them here: find a Game Master.

At the table, scenes unfold like chapters of a grand drama: palace intrigue at noon, a demon hunt at dusk, then a skyship chase under the stars. You choose the tone, bright and heroic or tense and tragic. The Game Master brings Creation to life with vivid characters and clear stakes, then asks, what do you do? It is perfect for a single night of dazzling feats, or a long campaign where your group bends history around your ideals, whether in person or online.

How to play Exalted

Actions utilise pools of ten-sided dice derived from your traits and skills. Roll the handful, counting 7s and higher as successes, and aim to meet or exceed the difficulty. More challenging tasks require additional successes. Charms are your hero’s techniques, powered by Essence. They can add dice, provide protection, or transform the battlefield with dramatic, cinematic moves. Describe an impressive stunt and you may earn bonuses. In combat, you create openings, then strike for a finishing blow when the moment is right.

You bring a strong character concept, a few d10s, and a readiness to think big. Our Game Master provides pre-generated heroes or assists you in creating one, along with safety tools, clear rules summaries, and an engaging starting scenario. Online sessions utilise shared dice rollers, maps, and music, ensuring smooth remote play. Interested in virtual options? Check our guide to online play platforms.

For a one-shot, expect a concise story with quick character builds or pre-gens, a clear objective, and rules taught as you play. For a campaign, the group delves into politics, ancient ruins, sorcery, and rival Exalts, with time to seize a city or transform a nation. Progression introduces new Charms, allies, and artefacts, and your decisions resonate across sessions.

Dungeon Master wearing a wizard hat, narrating a dnd adventure, engaging with players in a decorated room.
Dungeon Master wearing a wizard hat, narrating a dnd adventure, engaging with players in a decorated room.
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Five costumed friends posing together at a lively TTRPG costume party

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to learn the rules before we start playing?

You can sit down and start playing straight away. A professional Game Master explains the basics in minutes and guides choices so no one gets lost. Exalted uses pools of ten-sided dice. You roll a group of d10s, counting 7 through 10 as successes, and compare to the difficulty. Your powers, known as Charms, twist outcomes and allow you to perform wild manoeuvres. For initial sessions, the GM provides cheat sheets and pre-built characters upon request. Essence is also an option if you prefer a more streamlined start without losing the mythic feel.

Which edition shall we use, Essence or 3e?

We run the edition that suits your group. Essence is streamlined, quick to teach, and keeps every Exalt type on a similar level, making it ideal for one-shots and mixed experience tables. Third Edition is more in-depth, featuring robust combat with withering and decisive attacks, extensive Charm sets, and more intricate options. Second and First Editions are nostalgic choices available upon request. Before booking, you can discuss tone and edition with the GM and see what they offer. To compare styles and notes from different GMs, browse profiles here: find a Game Master.

How does Exalted differ from D&D?

Exalted starts at a demigod scale. You do not grind from level one. You begin with dramatic powers and social influence. The rules use dice pools of d10s rather than a single d20 roll. The game rewards vivid descriptions with bonuses, so acrobatics and clever words are just as important as numbers. Social influence and intrigue have clear mechanics, not just roleplay alone. Combat is cinematic and tactical without needing strict grids. If you know D&D, the switch feels natural. A GM will translate familiar concepts like classes and spells into Charms and roles.

What group size is ideal for Exalted?

Two to six players is ideal. Three to five players is the sweet spot for Exalted’s teamwork and spotlight. Duos work well for focused stories about partners or rivals. Six can create a lively atmosphere, and a professional GM will pace scenes to ensure everyone has their moment to shine. Essence manages larger tables a bit more effectively. Third Edition benefits from a medium-sized group, as its combat and influence systems allow each hero time to act. Let the GM know if you prefer quicker action or more political intrigue. They will adjust the size and complexity of scenes to suit your group.

Is it appropriate for children or teenagers? What age groups?

Yes. Exalted’s tone ranges from bright heroics to darker drama, and the GM adjusts content to fit your family or youth group. For younger players, Essence is recommended and works well for ages 10 and up, featuring simplified Charms and fewer moving parts. Third Edition suits teenagers who enjoy deeper rules, typically from age 13 and up. Violence is stylised, not gory, and romantic themes are determined by the table. The GM employs safety tools, checks topics in advance, and ensures language and themes are age-appropriate.

Does Exalted run smoothly online?

Absolutely. Online Exalted plays smoothly with shared dice rollers for d10 pools, quick trackers for Initiative and anima, and searchable Charm references. The GM uses theatre of the mind or light maps for chases and battles, so stunts still shine on voice or video. Handouts cover character moves and setting lore. Music and safety tools keep the flow clear. If you want to compare virtual platforms and what each supports, read our short guide here: online play options.

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What players think

  • First of all, I want to say that Sebastian was really great as a DM. For his first run as a booked DM, he did a really good job. The 3 stars refer to the following: 1. We were disappointed that the adventure was labelled a One Shot and yet wasn't a complete story. Discovering that there are two more parts wasn't very positive for us, as it meant there was no satisfying conclusion to the story. 2. As new players, it was difficult for us to understand the English character sheets in such a short time. In German, it would have been much easier. Even receiving the character sheets a few days in advance would have been helpful for preparation. 3. More guidance would be beneficial. Especially for beginners, a more linear one shot would have been preferable. We wasted a large portion of the adventure time doing unnecessary things because we didn't really know how the game worked. Overall, I think the StoryForgers concept is really good and I see a lot of potential in it, especially for introducing new players to D&D. I hope you don't take my feedback the wrong way but as honest criticism. Best regards, Mario

    Mario

  • Bryan was exceptional. We had a group with varying levels of experience, and he managed to keep everyone engaged and involved. His attitude was fantastic, and he made the game enjoyable for all. I particularly appreciated how he could clearly explain what was required from our less experienced players while keeping our more seasoned players on their toes with his extensive knowledge of the game. Everyone in our party had a wonderful time thanks to Bryan.

    Jeremy

  • Dayron was fantastic. Well-prepared, punctual, and had a brilliant sense of humour.

    Corey

  • Dayron was fantastic; he provided an excellent experience. Thank you!

    Casey

    The Merry Meeple

  • The game was incredibly engaging. I arranged a session as a gift for my boyfriend, who is very enthusiastic about it, and he was thoroughly pleased and appreciated Leonardo's professionalism. I don't have much experience with DnD, but I found the game to be quite straightforward and enjoyable.

    Marina

  • A very good GM, Baptiste adapted well to our group and helped us progress in this one-shot. One issue was with the character sheets provided, which were not complete or clear. Some of the French translations were rather approximate. For instance, our cleric was missing spells (no healing spell) even though they were meant to have some.

    Pierre

  • Rachel was fantastic; my daughter and her friends left their game saying it was the most fun they'd ever had, and my daughter wanted to sign up for another game with her straight away. She was friendly, and her approach enabled the players to fully immerse themselves in the game by allowing them to control how they wanted their actions to be carried out. I would certainly work with her again.

    John

  • A pleasant and straightforward introduction to D&D. Amber was adept at explaining and guiding the game, allowing us as players to quickly get into the rhythm and concentrate on the narrative. Collaborating with my colleagues to devise attack strategies was an enjoyable experience and provided valuable insights into each other's characters, thought processes, and differences. Overall, I found it to be a highly enjoyable session.

    Jens

    Triodos Bank N.V.

  • Pim is truly brilliant as a DM! Cheerful, adaptable, and exceptionally experienced. With a group of novice players, he managed to create an amazing experience in just a few hours. He maintained control in an enjoyable manner and engaged every player in the story, regardless of whether they were vocal or reserved. If you embark on an adventure with him, it will certainly be unforgettable!

    Jens

    Triodos Bank N.V.

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