Welcome to Sparks - a roleplaying system designed to ignite imagination and transform storytelling at the table. Sparks is a narrative-first experience, powered not by rigid rules or math-heavy mechanics, but by evocative cards that inspire characters, choices, and outcomes. Instead of crunching numbers, you and your group collaborate through shared creativity and consensus, weaving stories that are vibrant, surprising, and unforgettable.
Character creation becomes limitless. With 240 cards in the core deck, Sparks offers over a quarter of a billion possible combinations, each sparking the seed of a unique character. From that spark, you build as much depth and background as you desire. By highlighting just a few key areas of expertise, you give your character an edge in play—gaining advantages when the story calls upon their skills.
Resolution is dynamic and alive. When your character takes action, you describe what you’re aiming to achieve, draw a card, and let the word on it guide the outcome—whether triumphant, disastrous, or somewhere in between. Drawing with advantage expands possibilities, and cards kept in reserve can flip the story in dramatic ways.
Sparks isn’t about dice, stats, or charts. It’s about unlocking imagination, fueling collaboration, and shifting the focus from mechanics to storytelling. Once you step into Sparks, you’ll find yourself immersed in richer, more nuanced, and endlessly creative adventures.