Drakonym: A Dragonbonding Tabletop RPG Launches on Backerkit

We're thrilled to announce the launch of our Drakonym crowdfunding campaign on BackerKit! We're introducing what we believe is the most accessible fantasy tabletop RPG ever created. Set in the rich, dragon-filled world of Akeroth, Drakonym tackles the genre's biggest barrier: complexity that intimidates newcomers while still delivering the depth veteran players demand.

A New Vision for Fantasy Gaming

Drakonym represents our flagship project, what our Creative Director A.R. Swain calls "a love letter to a genre I've spent so much time immersed in." After developing acclaimed indie RPGs including Brambletrek, Covens of Midnight, and Ashes, our six-person team has channeled all our expertise into creating a game that asks one fundamental question: "What kind of story do you want to tell?"

Innovation Through Accessibility

We've attempted to address the tabletop RPG industry's longstanding accessibility challenges through features designed to welcome new players without sacrificing mechanical depth:

• Custom Spell Card Creator with physical card integration for intuitive magic system.
• Guided Character Creator and Codex that streamlines character creation while maintaining customization options.
• Comprehensive Demo Experience providing step-by-step learning without overwhelming complexity.
• Solo Mode enabling single-player experiences for learning and play.
• Free VTT Integration across major platforms including Foundry, Roll20, Owlbear Rodeo, and Alchemy.

The World of Akeroth

Drakonym transports players to Akeroth, a realm where characters navigate stories of love, war, family, and destiny while forging bonds with dragons. The game features an innovative six-attribute system (The Body, The Gods, The Soul, The Shadow, The Mind, The World) paired with a unique dice pool mechanic using the mysterious Shadow Die.

Players can explore six distinct Aspects of Magic; Arcanum, Divinity, Inheric, Radiant, Untamed, and Voidcraft. Each one offering different approaches to spellcasting and world interaction. At the heart of the experience lies dragon bonding, creating deep narrative partnerships that shape both character development and storytelling.

Supporting the Community

Beyond the core game, we're developing a System Reference Document (SRD) and 3rd Party License to encourage community-created content. Our team is also producing tutorial video series covering character creation, magic systems, combat mechanics, and "The Guide to Batesian" regional guide to ease new players into the world.

We're creating a series of tutorial videos. The first covers character creation, with more coming soon to explain magic, combat, and other mechanics. We want everyone to feel welcome at the table.

Handcrafted by Passionate Indie Team

Every aspect of Drakonym has been handcrafted by Crossed Paths' six-person team, reflecting the attention to detail that only comes from genuine passion for the medium. This boutique approach ensures quality while maintaining the innovative spirit that has defined their previous releases.

Drakonym is available on BackerKit now!

About Crossed Paths

We're an independent game development studio based in the UK, known for innovative, narrative-focused tabletop RPGs. Our previous titles include the beloved Brambletrek series, supernatural investigation game Covens of Midnight, and the acclaimed Ashes. Our commitment to accessible, story-driven gaming has earned us a dedicated following in the indie RPG community.