Whether they’re called ability scores, stats, or something else, most games have some numerical value to rate the basic inherent ability of a character. Most games also have some kind of mechanic that reflects training (ability gained through practice). Numenera has both of these concepts too, but they work differently than many games. Stats There…

A lot of people have been speculating, wondering, or asking what the name “Numenera” means. The answer is complex. To start with, “Numen” is one of my favorite somewhat obscure words. I also like the closely-related “numinous.” It has many different meanings, and all of them play into the game really well. Numen means “an influence…