# Runners in the Shadows tags: #game/rpg/runners-in-the-shadows ![[Runners in the Shadows (cover).jpg|400]] ## Summary **Runners in the Shadows** is a tabletop role-playing game that marries the cyberpunk essence of *Shadowrun* with the streamlined mechanics of *Blades in the Dark*. Players assume the roles of shadowrunners—mercenaries navigating a dystopian world where magic and technology intertwine. The game emphasizes heists, subterfuge, and the blurred lines between the digital and arcane realms. ### Core Die Resolution Mechanics At its heart, **Runners in the Shadows** utilizes a dice pool system centered around six-sided dice (d6). When a character attempts an action, the player assembles a pool of d6s based on relevant attributes, skills, and situational factors. The number of dice rolled corresponds to the character's proficiency and advantages in that specific action. Success is determined by the highest individual die result: - A roll of 1-3 signifies failure. - A roll of 4 or 5 indicates a partial success, often accompanied by complications or reduced effect. - A roll of 6 denotes a full success. - Multiple 6s result in a critical success, yielding enhanced outcomes. This mechanic encourages players to weigh risks and rewards, fostering a narrative-driven experience where the consequences of actions are as significant as their successes. ## References - [Runners in the Shadows - RPGGeek](https://rpggeek.com/rpgitem/293060/runners-shadows) - [Runners in the Shadows - Itch.io](https://markcleveland.itch.io/runners-in-the-shadows) - [Neon Black vs. Runners in the Shadows - Reddit Discussion](https://www.reddit.com/r/rpg/comments/sqegqm/neon_black_vs_runners_in_the_shadows/) - [Sell Me On/Off Runners in the Shadows - RPG.net Forum](https://forum.rpg.net/index.php?threads/sell-me-on-off-runners-in-the-shadows.915408/)