There Used to be Magic, Once

The old stories say that there used to be magic, once. It is no longer safe to discuss this openly. There is a guide who claims to know their way to an ancient source. A small group of travellers is following the guide, each for reasons of their own. But can they trust the guide?

There Used to be Magic, Once is a relationship-focused collaborative storytelling game that explores themes of trust, power and longing.

There Used to be Magic, Once is created by Christine Brooks and Joshua O'Connor. It uses the Descended From the Queen system.

How to play

You will construct a story by taking turns to respond to prompts that ask questions or prompt roleplay scenes about your character and relationships. From these, a collaborative story emerges, culminating in a decision that will affect how the game ends. 

You can play "There Used to be Magic, Once" by printing and cutting out the cards included with the PDF or play it for free online on Story Synth.

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