"N" is for "Narrative Abilities"

From publisher blurb: Story Matters This entry in the Icons A to Z series looks at variant resolution systems focused more on character role in the story and overall outcomes rather than quantified ability levels, including: Narrative Abilities: No ability or power levels, just qualities and a roll of the dice. Automatic Successes and Failures Narrative Damage: Including options for strain and recovery Consequences: Trading a lasting effect to shrug off some damage Create the kind of narrative play style you want for your Icons game!