Designer Matthew R.F. Balousek frames each of this anthology's titular Interstitials as a game to be played only under specific circumstances; in doing so, Balousek leans into the reflective and ritualistic nature of these meditations, tying the character to the player to the action to the word. The writing is sparse but quippy, suggesting the broadness of a full world using a mere handful of evocative prompts. Though it is framed as a companion to Blades in the Dark, the games are system-agnostic and translate well to other settings. Doskvol Interstitials is an elegant, delightful tool that should be in every player's back pocket.
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Designer Matthew R.F. Balousek frames each of this anthology's titular Interstitials as a game to be played only under specific circumstances; in doing so, Balousek leans into the reflective and ritualistic nature of these meditations, tying the character to the player to the action to the word. The writing is sparse but quippy, suggesting the broadness of a full world using a mere handful of evocative prompts. Though it is framed as a companion to Blades in the Dark, the games are system-agnostic and translate well to other settings. Doskvol Interstitials is an elegant, delightful tool that should be in every player's back pocket.