Category: Cards of Chance

Red Deck: “Failure” Cards 1. Ensnaring Gaze Effect: An ally within 30 feet becomes beguiled by an inexplicable allure, making them more susceptible to harm.     The chosen ally receives a -2 penalty to their Armor Class until the end of their next turn.     Roleplay Element: Overwhelmed by a sudden, enchanting vision, the ally’s…

Red Deck: “Failure” Cards 1. Siren’s Lament Effect: A hauntingly beautiful melody rings out, distracting an ally within 30 feet.     The chosen ally suffers a -2 penalty to their next saving throw.     Roleplay Element: Captivated by the ethereal, beautiful sound, the ally becomes momentarily distracted, leaving them vulnerable to influences they’d usually resist.…

Red Deck: “Failure” Cards 1. Gleam of Overconfidence Effect: An ally within 30 feet becomes excessively optimistic, underestimating threats.     The chosen ally suffers a -2 penalty to their Armor Class until the start of their next turn.     Roleplay Element: The ally is imbued with a radiant beaming confidence that clouds their judgement, making…

Red Deck: “Failure” Cards 1. Blush of Vulnerability Effect: An aura of awkwardness envelops an ally within 30 feet, making them susceptible to damage.     The chosen ally has disadvantage on their next saving throw.     Roleplay Element: The ally feels an inexplicable sense of bashfulness, weakening their resolve. Their cheeks turn red, and they…

Red Deck: “Failure” Cards 1. Puzzle of Peril Effect: A complex arcane symbol appears in the air, mystifying an ally within 20 feet.     The targeted ally has disadvantage on their next skill check.     Roleplay Element: The affected ally stares at the symbol, their mind clouded with confusion. They struggle to concentrate on their…

Red Deck: “Failure” Cards 1. Whisper of Doubt Effect: A malicious whisper fills the mind of an ally within 30 feet of you, sowing seeds of doubt and insecurity.     The targeted ally receives a penalty of -2 to all skill checks and attack rolls for the next 3 turns.     Roleplay Element: The affected…

Red Deck: “Failure” Cards 1. Ire of Discord Effect: A sudden surge of hostility emanates from you, causing a visible rift among your allies.     One ally within 30 feet of you becomes irritable and suffers a penalty of -2 on their next attack roll.     Roleplay Element: The affected ally feels a quick surge…

Red Deck: “Failure” Cards with Roleplay Emphasis on Awkwardness Clumsy Misfire Effect: Your failed attack goes off course, knocking an item out of an ally’s hand within 10 feet. The ally must spend their next action retrieving it. Roleplay Emphasis: Your attack swerves awkwardly, causing you to knock an essential item from an ally’s grasp.…

Red Deck: “Failure” Cards with Roleplay Emphasis on Awful Terrible Repercussion Effect: Your failed attack reverberates through the magical energies surrounding you, causing a random elemental discharge. Each member of your party within a 10-foot radius takes 1d4 elemental damage. Roleplay Emphasis: The energies unleashed by your misguided blow create an awful surge of random…

Red Deck: “Failure” Cards with Roleplay Emphasis on Awe Spectacle of Failure Effect: Your missed attack creates a dazzling display of elemental magic. This spectacle leaves both friends and foes within a 30-foot radius in awe, giving them disadvantage on their next attack roll. Roleplay Emphasis: The magic of your failed attack spirals out of…

Red Deck: “Failure” Cards with Roleplay Emphasis on Aversion Hex of Repulsion Effect: For one round, an ally of your choice within 30 feet becomes repulsive to all creatures. All attacks against this ally gain advantage, as enemies are compelled to remove the source of their discomfort. Roleplay Emphasis: The energies unleashed by your failed…

Red Deck: “Failure” Cards with Roleplay Emphasis on Attraction Fatal Magnetism Effect: For one round, enemies within 30 feet are oddly attracted to you, making you their primary target for attacks until the end of your next turn. Roleplay Emphasis: Your failed attack inadvertently draws the focus of nearby enemies. Something in the air or…

Red Deck: “Failure” Cards with Roleplay Emphasis on Attentiveness Misdirected Focus Effect: On your next turn, you suffer a -2 penalty to perception checks and cannot take reactions until the start of your following turn. Roleplay Emphasis: Your failed attack consumes your attention to such a degree that you become less aware of your surroundings.…

Red Deck: “Failure” Cards with Roleplay Emphasis on Attachment Bond Severance Effect: For one round, you cannot benefit from any auras or abilities that require an emotional or magical bond (like friendship, leadership, etc.) from your allies. Roleplay Emphasis: The failure of your attack momentarily severs the subtle threads of attachment and trust that tie…

Red Deck: “Failure” Cards with Roleplay Emphasis on Athletic Misstep Lapse Effect: Your athletic prowess betrays you. You lose 10 feet of movement speed until the end of your next turn. Roleplay Emphasis: In an attempt to land your attack with athletic flair, you trip and stagger, cutting your fluid motion short. The misstep throws…

Red Deck: “Failure” Cards with Roleplay Emphasis on Astonishment Unthinkable Mistake Effect: The failure of your attack leaves you bewildered, causing you to lose your next bonus action. Roleplay Emphasis: Your attack deviates from its intended trajectory in such a strange manner that you’re astonished. This mental pause costs you, making you lose your next…

Red Deck: “Failure” Cards with Roleplay Emphasis on Astonished Disbelief’s Mistake Effect: Your moment of astonishment causes you to drop your weapon. Spend an action to pick it up. Roleplay Emphasis: Your attack misses in such an improbable way that you’re left in sheer disbelief. This momentary lapse in concentration causes you to fumble and…

Red Deck: “Failure” Cards with Roleplay Emphasis on Assertive Overconfident Strike Effect: Your overzealous attack leaves you open. The next attack against you gains a +2 bonus. Roleplay Emphasis: Your assertiveness escalates into overconfidence, leading you to lower your guard momentarily after the failed attack. The enemy senses this opening and takes advantage, gaining a…

Red Deck: “Failure” Cards with Roleplay Emphasis on Ashamed Shameful Blunder Effect: Your next attack roll suffers a -3 penalty. Roleplay Emphasis: Your failure brings a flush of shame to your face. Doubt invades your thoughts, compromising your concentration and making it more difficult to land your next attack effectively. Regretful Influence Effect: An ally…

Red Deck: “Failure” Cards with Roleplay Emphasis on Arrogance Overconfident Misfire Effect: Your next attack roll has a -2 penalty. Roleplay Emphasis: Your failure comes from an inflated sense of your own abilities. As you swing and miss, you can’t shake off the feeling that you’re better than this, but your arrogance clouds your judgment,…

Red Deck: “Failure” Cards with Roleplay Emphasis on Arrogance Card of Haughty Blunders Effect: Your next attack roll suffers a -1 penalty. Roleplay Arrogance: Your misstep isn’t just a simple error; it’s a manifestation of your overconfidence. The arrogance that led to this mistake compounds, affecting your concentration and accuracy in your next attack. Card…

Red Deck: “Failure” Cards with Roleplay Emphasis on Arousal Card of Waking Fears Effect: The ambient elemental magic within a 10-foot radius becomes unsettled, causing each ally within that radius to suffer a -1 penalty to their next saving throw. Roleplay Arousal: Your failed attempt rouses the latent anxieties in your companions. The magical energies…

Red Deck: “Failure” Cards with Roleplay Emphasis on Approval Card of Judged Weakness Effect: Select one ally other than yourself; this ally receives a -1 penalty to their next attack roll. Roleplay Approval: Your flawed attempt diminishes the group’s collective morale, causing one of your allies to doubt their own abilities. Seeking your approval, this…

Red Deck: “Failure” Cards with Roleplay Emphasis on Apprehensiveness Card of Lingering Uncertainty Effect: For the next round, any ally who attempts a skill check must roll twice and take the lower result. Roleplay Apprehensiveness: Your blunder sends a wave of doubt through the group, making everyone second-guess their actions. Your allies now approach their…

Red Deck: “Failure” Cards with Roleplay Emphasis on Apprehension Card of Imminent Dread Effect: Your attack’s failure has a ripple effect, making your party question their capabilities. All allies suffer a -1 penalty to their next saving throw. Roleplay Apprehension: As your attack veers off course, a feeling of apprehension permeates the group. Each member…

Red Deck: “Failure” Cards with Roleplay Emphasis on Appreciative Card of Understated Contribution Effect: Although your attack may not have landed as intended, one member of your party is inspired by your effort. They gain a +1 bonus to their next skill check. Roleplay Appreciative: One of your allies watches your attempt closely and, appreciating…

Red Deck: “Failure” Cards with Roleplay Emphasis on Appreciation Card of Bitter Gratitude Effect: Your failed action serves as a cautionary example. An ally gains +1 to their next saving throw, having learned what not to do. Roleplay Appreciation: Witnessing your mistake, a member of your party mentally notes the error and steels themselves for…

Red Deck: “Failure” Cards Focused on Appalled Roleplay Card of Revolting Miscalculation Effect: Upon a missed attack, an ally becomes so appalled at the blunder that they suffer a -1 penalty on their next attack roll. Roleplay Appalled: A party member witnesses your failed attempt, their face distorting in a mix of disbelief and disgust.…

Red Deck: “Failure” Cards Focused on Apathy Roleplay Card of Numb Spirits: Effect: A wave of apathy washes over a party member, causing them to lose their next opportunity for an extra action (e.g., bonus action or reaction) during their turn. Roleplay Apathy: As your attack fails to connect, an ally suddenly feels emotionally drained.…

Red Deck: “Failure” Cards Focused on Anxious Roleplay Card of Impending Doom: Effect: Your misfire resonates with dark energy, causing a shroud of impending dread to surround a friendly party member. They have a -2 penalty on all attack rolls and saving throws for the next two rounds. Roleplay Anxious: The air grows thick and…