Slash! is a tabletop roleplaying game inspired by the slasher films of the eighties and nineties. Perfect for short scenarios with high stakes and real danger, Slash! emphasizes easy-to-follow rules, quick character creation, and unintended consequences.
The story plays out over a classic three act structure, where you'll work with other players to weave a narrative of terror and fight for survival. Whether you want to think like a detective or run up the stairs when you should be running out the door, Slash! brings the horror genre to your tabletop!
Inspired by horror films, The Slash! tabletop system forces players on the run. You're much weaker than whatever monster is out there, so you'll have to be especially careful if you want to survive.
The game uses a special set of dice which hone in on the idea of choice and consequence. You'll create a pool of these dice from factors like your traits, abilities, gear, and fear level. Every roll has a chance to generate setbacks and opportunities that cause a whole host of side effects and delayed repercussions. You'll never know exactly what's in store, and even the smallest action can mean life-or-death down the road.
Step in the shoes of a classic horror archetype and choose from a variety of traits and abilities to flesh them out. With an easy and intuitive creation system and abilities that develop over the acts of the story, you'll be able to craft a unique character that both affirms and rejects their archetype in a matter of minutes.
Of course, you'll also need a Director. This gamemaster role creates the story, ramps up the terror, and controls what happens behind the scenes. With plenty of Director resources in the Slash! core book, you'll have all you need to craft an engaging story and terrifying Killer.
Your character in Slash! can be whoever you'd like. Will you play an ex-soldier Athlete caught in the wrong place at the wrong time? A podcaster Nerd looking for their next big break? Or maybe a roguish teen Rebel who'd rather solve mysteries than go to school? Even members of the same archetype vary drastically--you could be a bumbling bimbo as the Socialite or a manipulative mastermind.
Pick from one of our seven core archetypes, or take from the bonus options unlocked as stretch goals! And if you can't decide, take our Personality Quiz to figure out which one you are.
WHICH ARCHETYPE ARE YOU - QUIZ
Slash! launched successfully on Kickstarter this summer, and is now available online! Visit our SHOP for the core rulebook, Casting Cards, Horror Cards, our custom dice, and plenty of Horror adventures. Or, check us out on DriveThru RPG.
You can also check out our free PLAYTEST GUIDE linked below!