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ASCEND Forge

Where Ideas Become Worlds.

Creative Publishing Studio • A Division of ASCEND Pro Systems

ASCEND Forge is the creative publishing and development division of ASCEND Pro Systems, supporting original games, books, digital works, independent creators, and collaborative creative projects.

 

From early concepts and playtesting to publication and community development, the Forge provides a place for ideas to be developed, refined, and brought to life.

WHAT IS THE FORGE?

Building More Than Finished Products

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ASCEND Forge is more than a publishing label.

It is a creative development environment where creators, players, designers, writers, artists, developers, and communities can participate in the journey from idea to finished work.

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Whether you’re discovering a new game, helping test a project, developing your own creation, or simply exploring what’s being built, there’s a place for you within the Forge.

Explore the Forge

Discover the different areas of ASCEND Forge.

Publications

Discover what ASCEND Forge publishes and how creative projects can move from concept to publication.

 

Explore Forge Originals, creator projects, games, books, digital products, and other creative works. While learning about our publishing pathways, partnerships, licensing opportunities, and submission process.

Explore Publications →

Community

Become part of the Forge community and connect with creators, players, designers, artists, writers, playtesters, and tabletop enthusiasts.

 

Participate in discussions, events, showcases, collaborative projects, and the Forge Workshop.

Enter the Community →

Playtesting

Experience Forge projects while they're still in development and provide meaningful feedback that can help shape their final form.

 

Join playtests, test mechanics, identify issues, and help creators refine projects before publication.

Explore Playtesting →

Recognition

Explore the roles, badges, achievements, certifications, and other forms of recognition available to members and contributors.

 

Your participation, contributions, and accomplishments can become part of your Forge journey.

Explore Recognition →

Forge Workshop

A creative space within ASCEND Forge where members can share their work, discover other creators, participate in community features, and contribute to the growing Forge community.

Enter Forge Workshop →

Estelia Universes

Featured Release

The flagship tabletop roleplaying universe developed by ASCEND Forge.

 

Explore an expanding world of adventure, storytelling, and collaborative imagination while following the journey of our first original publication.

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THE FORGE COMMUNITY

The Forge Is Built Together

 

Great projects don’t develop in isolation.

 

The Forge brings creators, players, playtesters, designers, artists, writers, developers, and enthusiasts together to share ideas, test projects, provide feedback, and help shape what comes next.

Create

Develop your own ideas and participate in creative projects.

Collaborate

Connect with people who share your interests and skills.

Playtest

Experience projects in development and help refine them before publication.

The Forge Workshop

The community space of ASCEND Forge.

The Forge Workshop is where members connect, discuss projects, participate in events, share ideas, and collaborate with others across the Forge.

Join the conversation, discover active projects, and find opportunities to get involved.

Wix Members required for community participation.

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Prefer real-time voice and chat? The Forge Workshop also connects with our optional Discord community.

Have an Idea Worth Building?

ASCEND Forge works with independent creators and creative teams to develop, refine, publish, and grow original projects.

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Whether you’re developing a tabletop game, book, digital product, or another creative work, explore the pathways available through the Forge.

ASCEND Forge

Where Ideas Become Worlds.

 

Creative Publishing Studio

 

A Division of ASCEND Pro Systems

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