Things can change.
You just have to stand up and fight for it.
The GameStand Up is a Belonging Outside Belonging game about rebellion, forming bonds, fighting injustice, and changing the world.
Take on the roles of normal people with the capability to become heroes, explore a fantastical world that houses mankind’s inner feelings, and find a way to fight back using power only you can wield.
Materials
3-7 players
a pool of tokens (coins, dice, poker chips, etc.)
something to write with
a printout of the playkit (a map, 7 playbooks, 4 setting elements)
InspirationStand Up is inspired by the Persona series of games by Atlus Co. Ltd..
The games hold a special place in my heart not only for their amazing stories and characters, but also for the themes of rebellion, acceptance, and fighting for what you believe in. This game is my love letter to those themes and Persona as a whole.
However, you don't need to know anything about Persona to play Stand Up. The game includes explanations of the basic setting and premise, but players are free and encouraged to bring their own interpretations of the world of Stand Up into their sessions.
PlaybooksEach playbook is based on a different archetype shown in the games, helpfully symbolized by cards in the Major Arcana. There are seven playbooks, each with their own focus and themes.
The Fool focuses on reaching out a helping hand.
Based on the Persona protagonists.
The Magician focuses on inspiring change in the world.
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The Chariot focuses on never compromising their beliefs.
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The Lovers focuses on making others stronger through support.
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The Emperor focuses on learning and teaching acceptance.
Based on Necessary Evil Explorer's Edition, INVALID OBJECT ID=8882, type=thing, and Akihiko Sanada.
The Priestess focuses on breaking free of expectations.
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The Empress focuses on standing tall despite hardship.
Based on The Iron Wind (2nd Edition) and Mitsuru Kirijo.
Content Warnings.Embedded: systemic violence and abuse of power
Potential: physical and psychological violence, abuse, exploitation and manipulation, etc.
Source: The Game Website.