Esoteric Ebb: The Grand Conspiracy of Norne
Step into the vibrant and surreal city of Norne in Esoteric Ebb, a CRPG that blends traditional tabletop mechanics with a unique weird-fiction setting. You play as a Cleric who must uncover the truth behind a tea house explosion while the city prepares for its first democratic election. With your goblin companion at your side, every interaction is a chance to define who you are in this changing world.
Category
Adventure, Action, RPG, Tactical role-playing, Strategy game, other
About
Step into the vibrant and surreal city of Norne in Esoteric Ebb, a CRPG that blends traditional tabletop mechanics with a unique weird-fiction setting. You play as a Cleric who must uncover the truth behind a tea house explosion while the city prepares for its first democratic election. With your goblin companion at your side, every interaction is a chance to define who you are in this changing world.
The game utilizes a d20-based system for skill checks and turn-based tactical combat. Inspired by the narrative depth of Disco Elysium and the strategic gameplay of Dungeons & Dragons, Esoteric Ebb offers a world where your choices truly matter. You can bribe, talk, or fight your way through political conspiracies, meet eccentric NPCs, and manage your reputation among the various factions of Norne. The 'Oddity' system allows players to interact with the world in unconventional ways, rewarding curiosity and roleplaying.
Features
- Immersive weird fiction world with deep political and philosophical themes.
- Tactical turn-based combat based on 5th Edition rulesets.
- Dynamic d20 skill check system that creates branching narrative paths.
- Beautifully detailed isometric art style with a unique hand-painted aesthetic.
- A complex companion system featuring a witty and unpredictable goblin partner.
- Deep character customization allowing for various cleric archetypes and moral alignments.
Ratings
User Reviews
- Esoteric Ebb is a breath of fresh air for the CRPG genre. The writing is incredibly sharp and the world is unlike anything I have ever played!
- The balance between tactical combat and deep narrative choices is perfect. I love how the city feels alive and reacts to my election meddling.
- Fantastic art and music. The goblin companion stole the show for me. Highly recommended for fans of tabletop RPGs!
- It feels like playing a high-quality D&D module with a twisted, creative DM. The mystery kept me guessing until the very end.
- A brilliant debut that stands tall among the greats of the genre. If you like Disco Elysium or Baldur's Gate, you need this.