This SRD was and its accompanying game Do Not Disturb were made as an entry for the Celebrating SRDs gamejam, hosted by Beth and Angel Make Games.

Introduction

CH4OS is a light and versatile 4d4 system that simulates 2v2 combat with a continuous stream of enemies to fight. It uses rock-paper-scissors logic and adds a chaotic twist to keep players on their toes. 

Attribution & Licensing

This work is based on Caltrop Core EX, published by Titanomachy RPG. The Caltrop Core EX SRD is licensed for use under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License. 

CH4OS is also licensed for use under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License. 

Please do not use this system to make games promoting racist, ableist, homophobic, transphobic, misogynist, fascist, or any otherwise bigoted ideas.

Not for use with generative AI.

How to use this system

With the above restrictions you are free to use, twist, change and hack this system however you see fit, for both personal and commercial projects. Attribution is appreciated, but not required. If you’d like to include it in your projects, the ‘inspired by CH4OS’ logo pictured at the bottom of the page is available as a separate download. Check out this awesome Human Made asset pack too!

Games made with this system

If you make something using CH4OS, please let me know and I'll link to your work here!