# Errant

Errant is a rules-light, procedure-heavy OSR fantasy RPG by Ava Islam. Featuring a roll high under core mechanic, it provides extensive procedures for downtime activities, chases, commerce, and more. Freely compatible with Knave, Into the Odd, and The Black Hack, with conversion guides for 5e included.

## At a Glance

Fantasy • Needs GM • 3/5 complexity • Low prep

## Why It Fits

A strong fit for groups that want fantasy adventure with a clear play identity, with classless helping define the experience.

## Fit Facts

- Players: 3-5 players + GM
- Session length: 120-240 minutes
- Prep: Low

## Facets

- Genres: Fantasy
- Systems: Old-School Renaissance (OSR), 5e Compatible
- Mechanics: Classless, Rules Lite

## Scores

- Complexity: 3/5
- New GM Fit: 3/5
- Roleplay Focus: 3/5
- Combat Focus: 3/5
- Tactical Depth: 1/5
- Campaign Depth: 3/5

## Best For

- Groups that want fantasy adventure with a clear play identity
- Tables that want quick onboarding and low mechanical drag
- Players who enjoy danger, discovery, and player-driven problem-solving

## Avoid If

- You want the system to stay almost invisible at the table
- You want a much breezier tone than this game is built to support
- You want the rules to solve every table decision for you

## Directory Notes

Errant casts players as failures and outcasts —those with no home, no job, no prospects, but a particular set of skills that make respectable folks avoid them. Beyond civilization lies danger: monsters, magic, and ancient ruins pregnant with treasure.

## Theme and Setting

Death is likely, but what did you have to live for anyway? This is classic fantasy adventure viewed through a lens of desperation and dark opportunity, where desperate people make dangerous choices in pursuit of something better.

## How Play Feels

The core mechanic is elegantly simple: roll a d20 and try to get a result between your target numbers (roll high under or blackjack style). Character creation is quick, with minimal math required.

## What Makes It Distinct

Where Errant distinguishes itself is its extensive procedures —structured frameworks for handling specific situations like chases, commerce, establishing businesses, even unusual legal situations. These are not vague guidelines but concrete mechanical structures that help navigate complex scenarios fairly.

## Where It May Not Fit

You want the system to stay almost invisible at the table You want a much breezier tone than this game is built to support.

## Links

- Directory page: https://www.ttrpg-games.com/item/errant
- Agent JSON: https://www.ttrpg-games.com/api/games/errant.json
- Publisher or official site: https://killjestergames.itch.io/errant?ac=YUqaLN4pVvG
- Reviews or retailer page: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/en/product/383406/errant?affiliate_id=1659151