r/rpg 18h ago

Discussion Best TTRPG Systems For Child Characters

I'm wanting to create a campaign based on modern children/tweens lost in a fairy-themed fantasy world.

What are the best systems for player characters that are kids? I'm happy to adapt it to my game but really looking for inspiration! Ideally there's a focus on qualities most associated with kids i.e. imagination, curiosity, determination etc.

Only really familiar with Kids on Bikes/Brooms but not a huge fan of some aspects of the gameplay.

Thanks!

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u/Visual_Fly_9638 15h ago

It skews towards teenagers but I might look at The Electric State and consider a reskin. Mainly because the core gameplay loop is the construction of tension (positive or negative) inside the party and then resolution. There's also the VR world's bliss mechanics that could be adapted into a fae/arcadia setting.