I Have The High Ground Rpg (GDR)

I Have the High Ground is a short collaborative roleplaying and storytelling game for 2 players about the duel of word and wit before any blow is struck. It's GM-less and genre-neutral, taking 1-2 hours to play. Players secretly choose moves inspired by competitive fencing, and the winner has the opportunity to flaunt their bravado or perform subtle acts that leave a dramatic and imposing quiet in their wake. Your game is not an action-packed fight to the death but rather a portrayal of the slow, smoldering tension between two people about to risk their pride, their reputation, or even their lives. Players can take on various roles, from knights to hackers, and the game encourages collaborative storytelling, where losses become opportunities to showcase character weaknesses. With a rulebook totaling only 24 pages, I Have the High Ground is mechanically light, perfect for one-shot sessions, and adaptable to any genre.