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Hairy Nick @hairynick.bsky.social · 03/05/2025

Not sure how I feel about the implementation of the force in #SWU. Using thr force being a parasitic mechanic (only interacts with game pieces that directly refer to itself) seems odd. Why not represent force use by exhausting friendly force units? Curious to see how it plays. #StarWarsUnlimited

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TheFlyingWriter @theflyingwriter.bsky.social · 03/05/2025

Weird. You’re the first person I’ve seen refer to it as “parasitic.” The old RPG used to have Force points. Wouldn’t exhausting your own unit be parasitic and exploitative of your own units?

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Hairy Nick @hairynick.bsky.social · 03/05/2025

Different use of the term. It's a phrase Mark Rosewater coined to describe magic mechanics that don't interact outside their pool of cards. My concern is that it doesn't mix well with other force user cards, unlike for example pilots who add extra usage to an already potent pool of vehicle units.

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