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Cassandra Nine-Toes @acassdarkly.bsky.social · 18/08/2026

The One Ring has a negotiation mechanic / phase called a council, because of course it does, and my favorite part about it is the difficulties. Looking forward to telling players “Your request is *outrageous*!” or “What you ask is bold…”

An excerpt from Ruins of the Lost Realm, for The One Ring RPG:

• WE DESIRE TO USE THE ELENDIL STONE. Convincing Braswen to access the stone can be set up as a council - the request is outrageous, bold if the Company includes an Elf from Lindon, or even reasonable if the Player-heroes carry authorisation from a person of authority (like Círdan, or another important Patron).

• WE MUST CONSULT THE LIBRARY OF ELOSTIRION.
This too, requires a council (bold) to convince Bras-wen they will not misuse the library's ancient lore, unless the Company already secured permission from the Grey Havens.

If the Company succeeds in convincing the custodian, Bras-wen arranges lodgings in Nadirion, the Guest Tower.

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Ray Irving 🇺🇦 @skiingmouse.bsky.social · 18/08/2026

I love the council mechanic. If you’ve got a print rulebook be sure to check the errata, it tweaks the process significantly for the better.

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