ASCEND FORGE COMMUNITY
Create. Connect. Collaborate.
The Forge Community brings creators, players, designers, writers, artists, developers, playtesters, and tabletop enthusiasts together around creative projects.
Whether you’re here to create something new, help test an idea, meet other creators, or simply discover what the Forge is building, there’s a place for you.
WHAT IS THE FORGE COMMUNITY?
A Community Built Around Creation
The Forge Community is the people behind the projects.
It’s a place where creators, players, designers, artists, writers, developers, and enthusiasts can connect around shared interests and creative projects.
The community supports the entire creative process. From discovering new ideas to participating in development, playtesting, discussion, events, and publication.
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 official community space of ASCEND Forge.
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The Forge Workshop is the member community at the heart of ASCEND Forge.
Hosted directly through the ASCEND website, the Workshop gives members a place to participate in discussions, discover projects, connect with other members, join events, share creative work, and find opportunities to get involved.
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The website is the home of the Forge Workshop.
ASCEND Member account required.
Your Space in the Forge
The Workshop can grow with the community.
Community Discussions
Talk about games, creative projects, worldbuilding, design, storytelling, and more.
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Playtesting
Discover active playtests, discuss projects, and connect with other testers.
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Creator Showcase
Share artwork, writing, game concepts, prototypes, and other creative work.
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Events
Discover and participate in game nights, workshops, playtest sessions, launches, and community events.
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Forge Announcements
Stay up to date with official Forge projects, releases, opportunities, and news.
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Collaboration
Find other creators, players, and contributors interested in building something together.
Find Your Place in the Forge
Members may participate in different roles depending on their interests and contributions.
Examples include:
Creator
Game Designer
Writer
Artist
Worldbuilder
Developer
Playtester
Game Master
Publisher
Industry Professional
Media / Content Creator
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Some roles may be self-selected, while others may be earned through participation, contribution, certification, or recognition.
The Forge Workshop - Extended
Real-time conversation when you want it.
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The Forge Workshop is hosted on the ASCEND website, but sometimes creative projects need something faster and more immediate.
The Forge Discord provides an optional real-time extension of the Workshop for members who want live conversation, voice communication, game sessions, and real-time collaboration.
Website
The official Forge community.
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Member profiles
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Discussions
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Projects
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Events
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Playtesting
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Resources
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Announcements
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Recognition
Discord
The real-time extension.
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Voice chat
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Live game sessions
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Quick conversations
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Real-time playtesting
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Casual community interaction
Important statement
Discord is optional. You do not need Discord to participate in the Forge Community.
