In the Bee Terrific Universe, power isn’t just measured by muscle or magic — it’s measured by Karma.
Karma represents a character’s inner momentum — their alignment with fate, destiny, and mythic purpose. It’s not a stat you roll. It’s a resource you earn, lose, and spend. And in a world where superpowers are fueled by ancient contracts and supernatural cost, Karma is often the difference between life and death… or redemption and ruin.
🌟 What Karma Is
A measure of supernatural favor and narrative momentum.
Karma is earned through heroic or selfless actions, lost through selfishness, cruelty, or betrayal.
A fuel source for the extraordinary.
Karma lets your hero break the rules — not because they’re strong, but because they’re right. When your back’s against the wall, and you believe in the cause, Karma lets you push beyond your limits.
A reflection of moral weight.
Karma turns the game into a story about choices. You’re not just fighting monsters — you’re choosing what kind of hero you want to be.
Think of it like experience points — but with consequences.
Yes, this is your XP. You spend it to grow. But unlike most systems, how you earn Karma matters. This isn’t about grinding — it’s about who you become.
🔢 How Karma Works
No Rank. No Rank Number.
Karma isn’t ranked like Fighting or Strength. It’s a pool — a fluctuating total based on your actions and decisions.
Starting Karma = Reason + Intuition + Psyche (initial rank numbers)
At character creation, your Karma pool starts with the sum of these three mental/spiritual stats.
Example: Scott from Favor of Athena
Reason: Typical (6)
Intuition: Good (10)
Psyche: Good (10)
Karma: 26
📈 Gaining Karma
You gain Karma by being heroic, selfless, or honorable. Examples:
Rescuing civilians during a fight.
Sacrificing a tactical advantage to protect a teammate.
Refusing to take revenge — even when you could.
These don’t just boost your Karma — they define your character.
📉 Losing Karma
You lose Karma when you:
Betray allies.
Act out of vengeance, greed, or cruelty.
Kill without cause (even a villain).
Use powers recklessly or selfishly.
Intent matters. In this system, why you do something is as important as what you do.
🔮 Spending Karma
Karma can be spent to:
Modify a die roll (before or after) to turn the tide.
Stay alive after a lethal hit or a doomed situation.
Build inventions, craft relics, or forge contracts.
Fuel magical abilities when raw power isn’t enough.
Advance your character, raising ranks or learning new powers.
Like XP, Karma helps you grow — but it also fuels the miraculous in the moment. The catch? Once it’s spent, it’s gone. Choose wisely.
🧘♀️ Final Thought
Karma makes the game about more than stats.
It ties your character’s soul to the story. It rewards playing as a mythic being, not just a powerful one.
You’re not just spending points. You’re shaping fate.
#superhero #roleplayinggame #fantasy #sciencefantasy #novels #comics #blerdcommunity #
////.
