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<blockquote data-quote="karlossg" data-source="post: 9873667" data-attributes="member: 7056523"><p>Hey everyone! Quick update on RPG Spark - I missed posting here for v2.0.0 so this covers both releases.</p><p></p><p>For anyone new to the app: <strong>RPG Spark</strong> is a <strong>system-agnostic</strong> tabletop RPG companion for GMs and solo players. It runs <strong>100% offline</strong> on iOS, Android. No account, no internet required. <strong>Free to download</strong> with a one-time <strong>$4.99 Pro unlock</strong> (no subscription).</p><p></p><h2>What's New in 2.0: UX Redesign</h2><p>[ATTACH]431524[/ATTACH][ATTACH]431525[/ATTACH]</p><p>The whole app got a visual overhaul:</p><p></p><ul> <li data-xf-list-type="ul"><strong>Light & Dark themes</strong> — follows your system setting by default, or pick manually. Both themes fully styled with genre-aware accent colors.</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul"><strong>Professional icons</strong> — every emoji in the app replaced with proper icons. Consistent across platforms, themeable, and much cleaner.</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul"><strong>New navigation</strong> — Home screen removed. Campaigns is now the default landing tab. Tab bar is [Campaigns | Solo | Generators | Dice | More]. Every tab has a unique purpose, no duplicate shortcuts.</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul"><strong>Themed dialogs</strong> — native alert boxes replaced with styled confirmation dialogs and action sheets that match the app theme.</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul"><strong>Translation quality pass</strong> — fixed 400+ translation issues across all 7 languages. Added automated quality guard tests to catch regressions.</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul"><strong>7th language</strong> — Simplified Chinese added (UI + all generator data).</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul"><strong>Accessibility</strong> — WCAG AA contrast, accessibility attributes across the full app.</li> </ul><p></p><h2>What's New in 2.1: Custom Generators</h2><p></p><p>This is the big one. You can now <strong>create your own generators</strong> inside the app.</p><p></p><h3>Custom Generator Editor</h3> <ul> <li data-xf-list-type="ul"><strong>3 modes</strong> — List (pick one from a flat table), Pattern (template like "{1} {2}" with sub-tables), and Dice Table (map entries to dice ranges like 2d6 or d100)</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul"><strong>Dice Table features</strong> — die type picker (d4 through d100), dice count stepper, auto-split presets that evenly divide the range, two-tap merge flow for combining rows</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul"><strong>Organize your content</strong> — sections and categories with custom colors and icons. Group your generators however you want.</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul"><strong>Paste support</strong> — paste a list of entries and it fills the table automatically</li> </ul><p></p><h3>Custom Combos</h3> <ul> <li data-xf-list-type="ul">Bundle multiple generators (built-in or custom) into a single one-tap combo</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul">Works the same as built-in Quick Combos - you get a multi-field result card</li> </ul><p></p><h3>Clone & Customize</h3> <ul> <li data-xf-list-type="ul">Tap "Customize" on any built-in generator to clone it as an editable custom generator</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul">Pre-fills with all the original entries so you can add, remove, or tweak to fit your campaign</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul">Works for simple generators, pattern generators, and combo generators</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul">Shows a "Based on [original]" badge so you remember the source</li> </ul><p></p><h3>NPC Reaction Roll</h3> <ul> <li data-xf-list-type="ul">New oracle tool - 5 tones from Hostile to Enthusiastic, each with genre-flavored specific reactions</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul">Optional relationship context (Stranger / Acquaintance / Rival / Ally) that shifts the probability</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul">Not a generic 2d6 table - each result is a specific, usable reaction like "Reaches for weapon" or "Offers a seat by the fire"</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul">Available in the free tier</li> </ul><p></p><h3>Conversation Escalation</h3> <ul> <li data-xf-list-type="ul">The NPC Action oracle tool now has a multi-beat mode</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul">4 beats: Opening, Development, Twist, Outcome - each tap adds the next beat</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul">Thread-aware - if you have active campaign threads, the oracle can weave them into the conversation</li> </ul><p></p><h2>Full Feature Overview</h2><p></p><p>For anyone seeing this for the first time, here's the complete picture:</p><p></p><h3>110+ Random Generators</h3> <ul> <li data-xf-list-type="ul">NPCs, names, quests, locations, dungeons, wilderness, items, creatures, events, world building</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul">Combo generators that produce multi-field results in one tap (Full Encounter, Quest Package, Full NPC, etc.)</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul">4 genre modes: <strong>Fantasy</strong>, <strong>Cyberpunk</strong>, <strong>Post-Apocalyptic</strong>, <strong>Horror</strong> - each shifts all content and the app's color scheme</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul">Plus your own custom generators in any of the 3 modes</li> </ul><p></p><h3>Solo Oracle Tools</h3> <ul> <li data-xf-list-type="ul">Yes/No Oracle with 11 probability levels, chaos events, close calls, exceptional results</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul">Meaning Tables (Action + Subject)</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul">Scene Check, NPC Action (with conversation escalation), NPC Reaction Roll, Random Event, Quest, Discovery, Complication</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul">Full Chaos Factor system (1-9 scale) that affects oracle odds and scene alterations</li> </ul><p></p><h3>Campaign Management</h3> <ul> <li data-xf-list-type="ul"><strong>Campaign Journal</strong> — session-based entries with inline toolbar for dice, oracle, generators, and cards. Results embed directly into your story.</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul"><strong>NPC & Thread Tracker</strong> — track NPCs and story threads with @mentions and #tags that become tappable cross-references.</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul"><strong>Flex Character Sheets</strong> — system-agnostic with number fields, counters, checkboxes, dice rolls, and text. Pre-built templates or build your own.</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul"><strong>Prep Board</strong> — markdown notes with checkboxes. Pin generator results for quick reference.</li> </ul><p></p><h3>Dice Roller</h3> <ul> <li data-xf-list-type="ul">Standard polyhedrals (d4-d100) plus unusual sizes (d3, d5, d7, d14, d24, d30)</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul">Pool mode for counting hits/successes</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul">3 built-in narrative dice systems (success/failure/advantage/threat style)</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul">Custom dice systems with user-defined symbols and cancellation rules</li> </ul><p></p><h3>Cards</h3> <ul> <li data-xf-list-type="ul">Full 52-card deck with draw tracking</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul">78-card Tarot with Story Mode (GM-focused reversed meanings) and Classic mode</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul">3-card and 5-card spreads</li> </ul><p></p><h2>Free vs. Pro ($4.99, one-time)</h2> <table style='width: 100%'><tr><th></th><th>Free</th><th>Pro ($4.99)</th></tr><tr><td>Dice roller + pool mode + 3 narrative systems</td><td>Yes</td><td>Yes</td></tr><tr><td>Custom dice systems</td><td>1</td><td>Unlimited</td></tr><tr><td>Built-in generators</td><td>25</td><td>110+</td></tr><tr><td>Custom generators & combos</td><td>-</td><td>Unlimited</td></tr><tr><td>Clone & Customize built-ins</td><td>-</td><td>Yes</td></tr><tr><td>Genre modes</td><td>Fantasy</td><td>+ Cyberpunk, Post-Apoc, Horror</td></tr><tr><td>Yes/No Oracle + Meaning Tables + Reaction Roll</td><td>Yes</td><td>Yes</td></tr><tr><td>Advanced oracle (Scene, NPC Action, Events...)</td><td>-</td><td>Yes</td></tr><tr><td>Campaigns</td><td>1</td><td>Unlimited</td></tr><tr><td>NPCs / Threads per campaign</td><td>3 each</td><td>Unlimited</td></tr><tr><td>Characters per campaign</td><td>1</td><td>Unlimited</td></tr><tr><td>Tarot Story Mode + 5-card spread</td><td>-</td><td>Yes</td></tr><tr><td>History entries</td><td>50</td><td>Unlimited</td></tr><tr><td>Markdown export</td><td>-</td><td>Yes</td></tr></table><p>No subscription. One purchase, all features, forever.</p><p></p><h2>Languages</h2><p>Available in 7 languages with fully translated generator output (not just the UI): English, German, Spanish, French, Italian, Polish, and Simplified Chinese.</p><p></p><p>[ATTACH]431526[/ATTACH][ATTACH]431527[/ATTACH][ATTACH]431528[/ATTACH][ATTACH]431529[/ATTACH][ATTACH]431530[/ATTACH][ATTACH]431531[/ATTACH]</p><p></p><h2>Links</h2> <ul> <li data-xf-list-type="ul"><strong>iOS:</strong> <a href="http://REPLACE_WITH_APP_STORE_LINK" target="_blank">REPLACE_WITH_APP_STORE_LINK</a></li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul"><strong>Android:</strong> <a href="http://REPLACE_WITH_GOOGLE_PLAY_LINK" target="_blank">REPLACE_WITH_GOOGLE_PLAY_LINK</a></li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul"><strong>Web:</strong> <a href="http://REPLACE_WITH_WEB_LINK" target="_blank">REPLACE_WITH_WEB_LINK</a></li> </ul><p>I'm a solo developer and active player. Happy to answer any questions or hear feedback!</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="karlossg, post: 9873667, member: 7056523"] Hey everyone! Quick update on RPG Spark - I missed posting here for v2.0.0 so this covers both releases. For anyone new to the app: [B]RPG Spark[/B] is a [B]system-agnostic[/B] tabletop RPG companion for GMs and solo players. It runs [B]100% offline[/B] on iOS, Android. No account, no internet required. [B]Free to download[/B] with a one-time [B]$4.99 Pro unlock[/B] (no subscription). [HEADING=1]What's New in 2.0: UX Redesign[/HEADING] [ATTACH]431524[/ATTACH][ATTACH]431525[/ATTACH] The whole app got a visual overhaul: [LIST] [*][B]Light & Dark themes[/B] — follows your system setting by default, or pick manually. Both themes fully styled with genre-aware accent colors. [*][B]Professional icons[/B] — every emoji in the app replaced with proper icons. Consistent across platforms, themeable, and much cleaner. [*][B]New navigation[/B] — Home screen removed. Campaigns is now the default landing tab. Tab bar is [Campaigns | Solo | Generators | Dice | More]. Every tab has a unique purpose, no duplicate shortcuts. [*][B]Themed dialogs[/B] — native alert boxes replaced with styled confirmation dialogs and action sheets that match the app theme. [*][B]Translation quality pass[/B] — fixed 400+ translation issues across all 7 languages. Added automated quality guard tests to catch regressions. [*][B]7th language[/B] — Simplified Chinese added (UI + all generator data). [*][B]Accessibility[/B] — WCAG AA contrast, accessibility attributes across the full app. [/LIST] [HEADING=1]What's New in 2.1: Custom Generators[/HEADING] This is the big one. You can now [B]create your own generators[/B] inside the app. [HEADING=2]Custom Generator Editor[/HEADING] [LIST] [*][B]3 modes[/B] — List (pick one from a flat table), Pattern (template like "{1} {2}" with sub-tables), and Dice Table (map entries to dice ranges like 2d6 or d100) [*][B]Dice Table features[/B] — die type picker (d4 through d100), dice count stepper, auto-split presets that evenly divide the range, two-tap merge flow for combining rows [*][B]Organize your content[/B] — sections and categories with custom colors and icons. Group your generators however you want. [*][B]Paste support[/B] — paste a list of entries and it fills the table automatically [/LIST] [HEADING=2]Custom Combos[/HEADING] [LIST] [*]Bundle multiple generators (built-in or custom) into a single one-tap combo [*]Works the same as built-in Quick Combos - you get a multi-field result card [/LIST] [HEADING=2]Clone & Customize[/HEADING] [LIST] [*]Tap "Customize" on any built-in generator to clone it as an editable custom generator [*]Pre-fills with all the original entries so you can add, remove, or tweak to fit your campaign [*]Works for simple generators, pattern generators, and combo generators [*]Shows a "Based on [original]" badge so you remember the source [/LIST] [HEADING=2]NPC Reaction Roll[/HEADING] [LIST] [*]New oracle tool - 5 tones from Hostile to Enthusiastic, each with genre-flavored specific reactions [*]Optional relationship context (Stranger / Acquaintance / Rival / Ally) that shifts the probability [*]Not a generic 2d6 table - each result is a specific, usable reaction like "Reaches for weapon" or "Offers a seat by the fire" [*]Available in the free tier [/LIST] [HEADING=2]Conversation Escalation[/HEADING] [LIST] [*]The NPC Action oracle tool now has a multi-beat mode [*]4 beats: Opening, Development, Twist, Outcome - each tap adds the next beat [*]Thread-aware - if you have active campaign threads, the oracle can weave them into the conversation [/LIST] [HEADING=1]Full Feature Overview[/HEADING] For anyone seeing this for the first time, here's the complete picture: [HEADING=2]110+ Random Generators[/HEADING] [LIST] [*]NPCs, names, quests, locations, dungeons, wilderness, items, creatures, events, world building [*]Combo generators that produce multi-field results in one tap (Full Encounter, Quest Package, Full NPC, etc.) [*]4 genre modes: [B]Fantasy[/B], [B]Cyberpunk[/B], [B]Post-Apocalyptic[/B], [B]Horror[/B] - each shifts all content and the app's color scheme [*]Plus your own custom generators in any of the 3 modes [/LIST] [HEADING=2]Solo Oracle Tools[/HEADING] [LIST] [*]Yes/No Oracle with 11 probability levels, chaos events, close calls, exceptional results [*]Meaning Tables (Action + Subject) [*]Scene Check, NPC Action (with conversation escalation), NPC Reaction Roll, Random Event, Quest, Discovery, Complication [*]Full Chaos Factor system (1-9 scale) that affects oracle odds and scene alterations [/LIST] [HEADING=2]Campaign Management[/HEADING] [LIST] [*][B]Campaign Journal[/B] — session-based entries with inline toolbar for dice, oracle, generators, and cards. Results embed directly into your story. [*][B]NPC & Thread Tracker[/B] — track NPCs and story threads with @mentions and #tags that become tappable cross-references. [*][B]Flex Character Sheets[/B] — system-agnostic with number fields, counters, checkboxes, dice rolls, and text. Pre-built templates or build your own. [*][B]Prep Board[/B] — markdown notes with checkboxes. Pin generator results for quick reference. [/LIST] [HEADING=2]Dice Roller[/HEADING] [LIST] [*]Standard polyhedrals (d4-d100) plus unusual sizes (d3, d5, d7, d14, d24, d30) [*]Pool mode for counting hits/successes [*]3 built-in narrative dice systems (success/failure/advantage/threat style) [*]Custom dice systems with user-defined symbols and cancellation rules [/LIST] [HEADING=2]Cards[/HEADING] [LIST] [*]Full 52-card deck with draw tracking [*]78-card Tarot with Story Mode (GM-focused reversed meanings) and Classic mode [*]3-card and 5-card spreads [/LIST] [HEADING=1]Free vs. Pro ($4.99, one-time)[/HEADING] [TABLE] [TR] [TH][/TH] [TH]Free[/TH] [TH]Pro ($4.99)[/TH] [/TR] [TR] [TD]Dice roller + pool mode + 3 narrative systems[/TD] [TD]Yes[/TD] [TD]Yes[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]Custom dice systems[/TD] [TD]1[/TD] [TD]Unlimited[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]Built-in generators[/TD] [TD]25[/TD] [TD]110+[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]Custom generators & combos[/TD] [TD]-[/TD] [TD]Unlimited[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]Clone & Customize built-ins[/TD] [TD]-[/TD] [TD]Yes[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]Genre modes[/TD] [TD]Fantasy[/TD] [TD]+ Cyberpunk, Post-Apoc, Horror[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]Yes/No Oracle + Meaning Tables + Reaction Roll[/TD] [TD]Yes[/TD] [TD]Yes[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]Advanced oracle (Scene, NPC Action, Events...)[/TD] [TD]-[/TD] [TD]Yes[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]Campaigns[/TD] [TD]1[/TD] [TD]Unlimited[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]NPCs / Threads per campaign[/TD] [TD]3 each[/TD] [TD]Unlimited[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]Characters per campaign[/TD] [TD]1[/TD] [TD]Unlimited[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]Tarot Story Mode + 5-card spread[/TD] [TD]-[/TD] [TD]Yes[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]History entries[/TD] [TD]50[/TD] [TD]Unlimited[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]Markdown export[/TD] [TD]-[/TD] [TD]Yes[/TD] [/TR] [/TABLE] No subscription. One purchase, all features, forever. [HEADING=1]Languages[/HEADING] Available in 7 languages with fully translated generator output (not just the UI): English, German, Spanish, French, Italian, Polish, and Simplified Chinese. [ATTACH]431526[/ATTACH][ATTACH]431527[/ATTACH][ATTACH]431528[/ATTACH][ATTACH]431529[/ATTACH][ATTACH]431530[/ATTACH][ATTACH]431531[/ATTACH] [HEADING=1]Links[/HEADING] [LIST] [*][B]iOS:[/B] [URL]REPLACE_WITH_APP_STORE_LINK[/URL] [*][B]Android:[/B] [URL]REPLACE_WITH_GOOGLE_PLAY_LINK[/URL] [*][B]Web:[/B] [URL]REPLACE_WITH_WEB_LINK[/URL] [/LIST] I'm a solo developer and active player. Happy to answer any questions or hear feedback! [/QUOTE]
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