Hametsu is a solo / co-op monster hunting game set in post-apocalyptic feudal Japan. You take on the role of Hunters, warriors trained to fight back against a tide of Oni demons and mythical creatures let loose by The Cataclysm. You will choose from nine distinct classes, spread across three different schools, and create interesting and powerful Hunters.

Once your Hunters are ready it's time to head out in search of dangerous beasts. At the start of a game of Hametsu, you will have the element of surprise. Oni wander around the table and are unaware of the Hunters' presence. Once the alarm is raised, the Hunters will be pursued and targeted by the Oni until the Boss is found. Once it shows itself, it's up to you to bring it down!

As you complete hunts and lead your Hunters down their class specific Path of Legend you will level up, gain new abilities and gear, and equip ancient artifacts.

THE HARDBACK RULEBOOK

Packed with amazing art, photography and lore, the Hametsu rulebook will contain everything needed to play the game. Currently the book is wrapping up in layout design, and we are expecting it to be around 150 pages (which may increase as new content is unlocked).

The game book features:

Lore, backstory, and setting for a post-apoc, fantasy Japan.

Full rules for creating Hunters, including 9 distinct classes such as the Sumo, Geisha, and Shinobi.

6 premade scenarios to quickly get you playing.

Random scenario generation tables so no two games are the same.

The first narrative campaign, The Wolf and the Devil.

CAMPAIGN 1: THE WOLF AND THE DEVIL

Also included in the rulebook is the first narrative campaign for Hametsu, The Wolf and the Devil. You will follow a 6-8 game story that sets your Hunters after an elusive beast. While on its trail, you will venture ever closer to the source of The Cataclysm, and stumble upon answers to some very dangerous questions regarding the origin of the Oni invasion. Gain access to new relics, meet helpful NPC's, and fight new and imposing Bosses.

• System: The game uses standard d6 dice for tests and saves. A roll of 4 or higher is considered a success.
• Game Phases: Each game is divided into three phases: a "Stealth" phase where players try to avoid enemies, a "Clash" phase where enemies are aware of the players, and a "Boss" phase where players fight a single, powerful creature.
• Miniatures: The game is designed to be "miniature agnostic," meaning players can use any miniatures they wish. However, the publisher, Black Site Studios, also produces its own line of miniatures for the game