Exalted

You can sit down and start playing straight away. A professional Game Master explains the basics in just a few minutes and guides your choices so no one gets lost. Exalted uses pools of ten-sided dice. You roll a group of d10s, counting 7 through 10 as successes, and compare to the difficulty. Your powers, known as Charms, twist outcomes and allow you to perform wild maneuvers. For your first sessions, the GM can provide cheat sheets and prebuilt characters upon request. Essence is also an option if you prefer a streamlined start without losing the mythic feel.

We run the edition that suits your group. Essence is streamlined, quick to teach, and keeps every Exalt type on a similar level, making it great for one-shots and mixed experience tables. Third Edition is more in-depth, featuring robust combat with withering and decisive attacks, extensive Charm sets, and more complex options. Second and First Editions are nostalgic choices available upon request. Before booking, you can discuss tone and edition with the GM and see what they offer. To compare styles and notes from different GMs, browse profiles here: find a Game Master.

Exalted starts at a demigod scale. You do not grind from level one. You begin with dramatic powers and social influence. The rules use dice pools of d10s rather than a single d20 roll. The game rewards vivid descriptions with bonuses, so acrobatics and clever words are just as important as numbers. Social influence and intrigue have clear mechanics, not just roleplay alone. Combat is cinematic and tactical without needing strict grids. If you know D&D, the transition feels natural. A GM will translate familiar concepts like classes and spells into Charms and roles.

Two to six players is ideal. Three to five players is the sweet spot for Exalted’s teamwork and spotlight. Duos work well for focused stories about partners or rivals. Six can create a lively atmosphere, and a professional GM will pace scenes so everyone gets their moment to shine. Essence accommodates larger tables a bit more easily. The Third Edition benefits from a medium-sized group, as its combat and influence systems allow each hero time to act. Let the GM know if you prefer faster action or more political intrigue. They will adjust scene size and complexity to suit your group.

Yes. Exalted’s tone ranges from bright heroics to darker drama, and the GM adjusts content to fit your family or youth group. For younger players, Essence is recommended and works well for ages 10 and up, with simplified Charms and fewer moving parts. Third Edition suits teens who enjoy deeper rules, typically from 13 years old. Violence is stylised, not gory, and romance lines are set by the table. The GM uses safety tools, checks topics in advance, and keeps language and themes age-appropriate.

Absolutely. Online Exalted plays smoothly with shared dice rollers for d10 pools, quick trackers for Initiative and anima, and searchable Charm references. The GM uses theatre of the mind or light maps for chases and battles, so stunts still shine on voice or video. Handouts cover character moves and setting lore. Music and safety tools keep the flow clear. If you want to compare virtual platforms and what each supports, read our short guide here: online play options.