Welcome to Solaris

  • Embark on an epic journey across the vast expanse of space with Solaris, a sci-fi tabletop role-playing game set in the distant future of our own solar system.
  • Uncover a tapestry of stories woven through time and space, where the echoes of ancient civilizations resonate through abandoned outposts and the hum of futuristic cities fills the air.
  • Your adventure is supported by the comprehensive Wikiplanetaria, a custom-designed wiki that serves as the ultimate compendium for all things Solaris. Here, you’ll find detailed entries on the diverse planets, from the terraformed valleys of Mars to the icy caverns of Europa. Delve into the biographies of legendary figures, the schematics of cutting-edge starships, and the secrets of alien artifacts.
  • In Solaris, every planet has its own story, every moon holds a mystery, and every asteroid belt could be a treasure trove or a pirate’s ambush. The Wikiplanetaria is your constant companion, expanding the lore and deepening the gameplay with its ever-growing repository of knowledge. Whether you’re negotiating with the warlords of Venus, racing through the asteroid fields of the Belt, or seeking enlightenment from the silent Saturnians, Solaris offers a universe where your actions leave a lasting impact.
  • Forge alliances, unravel conspiracies, and write new chapters in the annals of spacefaring history. With Solaris and the Wikiplanetaria, the solar system is more than a backdrop—it’s a living, breathing entity where every adventure is a step into the unknown, and every decision can change the course of history. Prepare to be immersed in a world where the line between myth and machine blurs, and where your legacy among the stars awaits.

Subscriptions

A plan for every Spacefarer!

Embark on the ultimate Solaris experience with our two-tiered subscription model through Patreon, designed to enhance your adventures and bring your solar system to life.
If you sign up within the first 6 months, you'll get early adopter privileges! Early adopters will receive access to the develop version of Solaris to try out/ beta test new features and will also get access to playtests run by us (the Solaris Team)!

Explorer

$5 /month

Subscribe
    • Character Creator
    • Ship Creator
    • Wikiplanetaria
    • All bonus content
    • All future versions
    • AstroPub Discord

Vanguard Commander

$20 /month

Subscribe
    • Character Creator
    • Ship Creator
    • Wikiplanetaria
    • All bonus content
    • All future versions
    • AstroPub Discord
    • Party Invites (Up to 6 additional explorers)
    • Upcoming GM Panel
    • Upcoming Campaign Creator

A la carte

$Pay /item

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    • Core PDF
    • Bonus Material
    • Source Books

Testimonials

Hear from Explorers that have played Solaris!

“Solaris has an incredible emphasis on creativity, is super enjoyable for all experience levels, and feels like a combo of all your favorite sci-fi genres!”

Ryan

“It's nice to finally have the other dice getting some love!”

Ben

“Very easy to pickup for all experiences!”

Brie

“The creativity, personality, and adventure Solaris allows is awesome!”

Jack

“I never expected to enjoy a ttrpg, but Solaris was a blast!”

Sophia

“I can definitely see myself running Solaris for my own campaigns!”

Matt

Get into the game faster

Online Tools

Embark on your Solaris adventure with ease, thanks to our fully automated online character and ship sheet. Designed for the modern spacefarer, this digital companion takes the complexity out of character and ship management, allowing you to focus on the narrative without getting bogged down by calculations.

Embark on your Solaris adventure with ease, thanks to our fully automated online character and ship sheet. Designed for the modern spacefarer, this digital companion takes the complexity out of character and ship management, allowing you to focus on the narrative without getting bogged down by calculations.

  • Goodbye number crunching! Our character and ship sheet is custom-built to integrate seamlessly into your gameplay. It handles all the mathematical intricacies behind the scenes, from tracking your character’s progression to calculating the intricate details of space travel and combat.
  • Get into the gameplay! With unique components that go beyond mere tracking, our system is crafted to enhance your immersion. Experience the thrill of watching your ship’s stats evolve in real-time as you outfit it with new technology, or feel the weight of your decisions as your character’s attributes reflect the journey they’ve undergone.

Whether you’re plotting a course through the asteroid belts or engaging in a high-stakes negotiation, our online sheets ensures that the mechanics support the story, not overshadow it. Dive into the world of Solaris where your story unfolds effortlessly, supported by a system that’s as intuitive as it is comprehensive.

Game Mechanics

Narrative Driven Mechanics

Step into the role of a galactic adventurer with Solaris, where every decision is a strategic dance of risk and reward. Our innovative Attack Matrix system empowers you to tailor your character’s combat style with pinpoint accuracy. Allocate points to finesse your way as a precision fighter, striking with deadly accuracy, or dominate as a power fighter, where brute force reigns supreme. Take to the stars as a precision flyer, navigating the asteroid fields with grace, or cruise the cosmic highways as a casual driver, enjoying the journey as much as the destination.

Using a Narrative-Driven Approach Solaris takes a unique approach to character endurance with the Damage Slot System, replacing traditional hit points with a narrative-centric model. Experience the thrill of combat as your character sustains damage that ranges from minor scratches to critical system failures. This system keeps the story at the forefront, allowing for a more immersive and dramatic gameplay.

Our dice mechanics blend the familiar with the innovative. While the trusty d20 still determines the fate of your actions at crucial moments, skill rolls and weapon damage come alive with a variety of dice featuring an exploding mechanic. This means that high rolls can trigger additional rolls, amplifying the excitement and unpredictability of your encounters.

Designed to be both engaging and intuitive, Solaris’ game mechanics cater to all players. Whether you’re orchestrating a high-stakes space battle or navigating the delicate politics of interstellar alliances, our system ensures that fun and ease-of-play are at the heart of your experience. Discover a game where strategy meets chance, and every roll is a step towards legend. Welcome to Solaris, where your journey among the stars is uniquely yours.

The Solaris Horror Supplement

Grasp of the Void

Jump into a game fast with the new Solaris: Grasp of the Void Ruleset! This is a supplement to the Solaris Core Ruleset that modifies and adds some rules to make new fast paced and fun mechanics for the ultimate horror session! Introducing the new Wall-Gun-Run mechanic for heightened PvP combat!

Grasp of the Void

Introducing Bad Larry!
Our ruleset support AI.

Bad Larry is our AI support bot, he's still in training, but fully accessible on the character and ship sheet.

Bad Larry
Core rules.
Bad Larry is being trained on the current core ruleset for Solaris. Any questions can be directed to him instead of needing to take the time to check the PDF! He is still in training though, so he might make a few mistakes.
Get help creating a character or ship.
Bad Larry can help you through the process of creating a character or ship. Just ask him a question and he will try to help you out!
General Solaris advice.
Ask a question about a class, stat, mechanic, etc. and Bad Larry will give advice or info on it.

Storytelling & Characters

An immersive experience

Set sail across the cosmic ocean of Solaris, where the lore is as deep and vast as space itself. The Wikiplanetaria is not just a repository of knowledge; it’s a treasure trove of narrative seeds, ready to sprout into full-fledged adventures at the hands of creative game masters.

In the universe of Solaris, your character is the heart of your story, and with our 10 unique classes, each with three subclasses, you have the power to shape your destiny. Choose from a diverse range of roles, such as the Stellar Nomad, a master of smuggling, politics, and navigation, or the BioSculpt Alchemist, who can manipulate their genetic code to become a formidable living weapon.

Within the Wikiplanetaria, you’ll find the scaffolding for stories that span the solar system. From the power struggles of megacorporations on Mercury to the mysterious cults rising on the moons of Jupiter, the seeds of intrigue are sown. Game masters can harness these elements to craft epic narratives or use them as a backdrop for their own unique tales.

Each class in Solaris comes with a distinct set of skills, damage slot allocations, and resistances that reflect their origin planet. This intricate system allows for a deep level of customization and strategy, ensuring that your character is truly your own creation.

For those eager to dive into the adventures crafted by the creators of Solaris, we are in the process of developing source books. These guides will intertwine with the rich lore of the game, offering quests that range from aiding in the terraforming efforts on Venus to uncovering the ancient secrets buried beneath the icy surfaces of Neptune and Pluto.

Death is not the end in Solaris. Our unique Conscience Backup system offers a chance at redemption. If your game master allows it, and if you can afford it (or are willing to bear the debt), your character’s consciousness can be backed up. Should the worst happen, your clone will awaken at the last backup point, ready to continue the adventure. But remember, while your mind may be saved, any physical upgrades will be lost to the past.

The tales you tell in Solaris are not just stories; they are living histories that will shape the future of the solar system. Whether you’re weaving narratives from the ground up or building upon the intricate lore provided, the System is yours to mold. Use the Wikiplanetaria to bring depth to your sessions, and watch as your group etches their names among the legends of the galaxy.

Create your legend among the stars with a character that reflects your playstyle, your choices, and your aspirations. In Solaris, every character is a new beginning, a new story waiting to be told. Will you rise as a beacon of hope in the galaxy, or will you tread a darker path? The choice is yours.

Frequently asked questions

Meet the Team

We are Brain Edge, a dynamic duo of engineers with a flair for the imaginative. With over 15 years of experience in various creative fields, including music, film, and game creation, we bring a wealth of knowledge and passion to the table. Our journey into the realm of tabletop role-playing games (TTRPGs) began with a profound appreciation for the genre’s potential to craft immersive narratives and complex worlds.

  • Kyle Tallman

    Creator

    The visionary creator of Solaris, Kyle is the architect of the game’s intricate lore and mechanics. His expertise extends to the development of the Wikiplanetaria, the online character sheet/ ship sheet, the website, and the authoring of the core rule set PDFs.

  • Kyle Gallagher

    Math Lord

    A critical contributor to the mechanics of Solaris, Kyle brings his analytical skills to fine-tune the gameplay experience. His role as a sounding board for ideas ensures that Solaris remains balanced and engaging.

Get in touch

Find a bug, have a suggestion, or just want to say hello? Send us an email and we'll get back to you as soon as possible!