Wellspring OLC is a worldbuilding game. Create worlds using in-game tools (no coding), play them in ASCII or imported tilesets, and let friends join for free. Run modules solo or explore them together online.

<h2 class="bb_tag" ><strong>Wellspring OLC (Online Creation) brings the spirit of classic text-based RPG worldbuilding tools into a modern Steam game.</strong></h2><p class="bb_paragraph" >Create worlds entirely through in-game editors: maps, encounters, NPCs, items, and logic - all without coding or scripting. <br>ASCII visuals are included by default, and tileset creators can import their own art if they prefer a graphical style.</p><p class="bb_paragraph" >This isn’t a fixed campaign you finish once. Wellspring is a <strong>creation-focused game</strong>, where the real content comes from you and the community.</p><h2 class="bb_tag" >🔹 <strong>What You Can Do</strong></h2><h2 class="bb_tag" ><strong>Join games for free as a player</strong></h2><p class="bb_paragraph" >Install the Free Client, connect to a GM’s session, and explore their worlds in ASCII or tileset mode.</p><h2 class="bb_tag" ><strong>Play modules solo</strong></h2><p class="bb_paragraph" >If you own the Player DLC or GM Toolset, you can run compatible Workshop modules alone at your own pace.</p><h2 class="bb_tag" ><strong>Build and host adventures as a GM</strong></h2><p class="bb_paragraph" >With the GM Toolset, you can create maps, races, classes, items, encounters, events, and full campaigns - all through in-game editors.</p><h2 class="bb_tag" ><strong>Share and play modules through Steam Workshop</strong></h2><p class="bb_paragraph" >Publish your creations or download adventures built by others.</p><h2 class="bb_tag" >🔹 <strong>A Platform for Modules, Not a Fixed Campaign</strong></h2><p class="bb_paragraph" >Wellspring includes a small built-in tutorial world to teach the basics, but everything beyond that is community-driven. Modules can be:</p><ul class="bb_ul"><li><p class="bb_paragraph" >one-shots</p></li><li><p class="bb_paragraph" >large persistent worlds</p></li><li><p class="bb_paragraph" >linear campaigns</p></li><li><p class="bb_paragraph" >experimental regions or dungeons</p></li><li><p class="bb_paragraph" >hub-based adventures</p></li></ul><p class="bb_paragraph" >GMs build them entirely in-game using:</p><ul class="bb_ul"><li><p class="bb_paragraph" >ASCII and tileset map editors</p></li><li><p class="bb_paragraph" >tools for NPCs, monsters, items, encounters, events, races, and classes</p></li><li><p class="bb_paragraph" >data-driven RPG systems you can adjust without writing scripts</p></li></ul><h2 class="bb_tag" >🔹 <strong>ASCII &amp; Tileset Modes</strong></h2><p class="bb_paragraph" >Each module can provide one or both visual styles:</p><p class="bb_paragraph" ><strong>ASCII Mode</strong> - clean, fast, nostalgic <br><strong>Tileset Mode</strong> - grid-based sprite visuals</p><p class="bb_paragraph" >If a module supports both, players can switch at any time.<br>Creators who don’t want to draw art can rely on the built-in ASCII set and focus on world logic and design.</p><h2 class="bb_tag" >🔹 <strong>Playing as a GM or as a Player</strong></h2><h2 class="bb_tag" ><strong>As a GM (GM Toolset DLC)</strong></h2><p class="bb_paragraph" >You can:</p><ul class="bb_ul"><li><p class="bb_paragraph" >build adventures for groups or solo players</p></li><li><p class="bb_paragraph" >define classes, races, items, events, and formulas</p></li><li><p class="bb_paragraph" >host online sessions for up to 16 players</p></li><li><p class="bb_paragraph" >publish modules to Workshop</p></li></ul><h2 class="bb_tag" ><strong>As a Player (Player DLC)</strong></h2><p class="bb_paragraph" >You can:</p><ul class="bb_ul"><li><p class="bb_paragraph" >always join GM-hosted games for free using the Free Client</p></li><li><p class="bb_paragraph" >explore compatible Workshop modules solo with the Player DLC or GM Toolset</p></li></ul><h2 class="bb_tag" >🔹 <strong>Editions &amp; DLC – Quick Overview</strong></h2><p class="bb_paragraph" ><strong>Free Client</strong><br>Join any GM-hosted game and play the built-in tutorial.</p><p class="bb_paragraph" ><strong>Player DLC</strong><br>Download and run compatible Workshop modules solo.</p><p class="bb_paragraph" ><strong>GM Toolset DLC</strong><br>Full creation and hosting tools, plus solo play and Workshop publishing.</p><h2 class="bb_tag" >🔹 <strong>Key Features</strong></h2><ul class="bb_ul"><li><p class="bb_paragraph" >Online creation inspired by classic OLC tools</p></li><li><p class="bb_paragraph" >In-game editors for maps, classes, races, NPCs, items, and more</p></li><li><p class="bb_paragraph" >ASCII or tileset presentation; switch on the fly</p></li><li><p class="bb_paragraph" >GM-hosted online campaigns with persistent worlds</p></li><li><p class="bb_paragraph" >Free client so friends can join instantly</p></li><li><p class="bb_paragraph" >Community modules via Steam Workshop</p></li><li><p class="bb_paragraph" >Data-driven RPG systems you can tune through the GM tools</p></li></ul>

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