00:29 📜 Ironsworn's vow system introduces unique character motivations and challenges that differ from traditional narrative structures.
02:36 💡 Character motivations, like vows, drive compelling storytelling by giving characters reasons to act, even if it leads to poor decisions.
04:29 🌟 Ironsworn's dual quest system (background vow and inciting incident) establishes both short-term and long-term motivations for characters, enhancing narrative depth.
05:00 🎲 Ironsworn's resolution mechanics employ tiers of success (strong hit, weak hit, miss), reflecting the game's focus on unpredictable and challenging outcomes.
06:10 ⏳ Fulfilling vows in Ironsworn requires significant in-game investment, potentially extending narratives and challenging conventional storytelling arcs.
08:20 📚 Ironsworn's mechanics emphasize the unpredictability and grittiness of storytelling, prioritizing tough outcomes over tidy conclusions.