Condition cards let characters succeed at a cost. Rather than flipping a character card to succeed on merits or talent, you take on a drawback or complication that will affect your future actions.
"Ow! Watch who you carve up with that thing!" -- Basler
You've been bloodied, bruised, stunned, or suffered some other temporary physical harm. You can't exert yourself too much without making it worse.
"It's...just a scratch..." -- Emory
You've been seriously injured. Every step is painful, and it's hard to concentrate. You can't move very fast or fight effectively.
Who or what holds you together until you can be treated? Will you have scars afterward?
"This forest goes on forever, Woody. Can we just stop a moment?" -- Tana
Your body is trying to keep itself going, but is under attack or is being deprived. You can't push yourself too hard, and it's hard to concentrate.
"The leaf dragon's toxin got me... Sorry..." -- Woody
Your body is out of resources. You need rest, sustenance, or medication.
"We will deal with the brigands, your highness." -- Emory
You have a responsibility and face punishment for failure or delay. Discharging the debt may be expensive, risky, or troublesome.
"I kinda told the thieves' guild I'd take care of something" -- Basler
You have significant debts that demand repayment. Your creditor is watching, and their rivals may offer you a devil's bargain to escape.
"I think they saw us." -- Tana
Someone or something powerful or dangerous is seeking you out, and you'd rather not be found. You risk discovery from guards, spies, or informants.
"They definitely saw us!" -- Basler
You are being actively hunted by someone or something that wishes you ill. You must stay hidden, disguise yourself when in the open, and perhaps make dangerous deals with those who offer shelter.
"If anything in the forest looks edible, it's a faerie trap" -- Woody
A spell or other supernatural power has bound you. It might cause inconvenience, impose new rules on you, or alter your perceptions.
"That berry was delicious. Hey, who are all of you?" -- Emory
A powerful and baneful magic has you in its grip. You might be forced to act in certain ways, or barred from acting in others.
The rules of the curse may be a mystery. You may suffer pain or great misfortune violating them.
"Don't let them peck you, or you'll croak with the voice of the Raven God" -- Woody
Powerful magic has physically changed your appearance or abilities. You'll have trouble doing things you took for granted, but the new form may offer new advantages.
"Hey, that raven looks familiar... Basler?!" -- Tana
You've been physically remade into something new by powerful magic. You can still function, but it's a big adjustment. Other people may react with fear, curiosity, or hostility. You may be unable to speak or explain yourself to them.
"This is the last of our fresh water." -- Woody
Vital gear has been damaged, or resources are running low. You must ration what remains, or improvise a replacement.
"The flood washed away our campsite! Now what?" -- Basler
Your gear or supplies have been broken, lost, or taken. You must scavenge for substitutes or make do with bare-bones replacements.
"This arm is useless for drawing a bow right now." -- Woody
Your body, mind, or senses are in temporary disorder. You might have overtaxed yourself, or suffered from injury or stress. You may be in the grip of a powerful emotion or anxiety.
"I can't feel the grimoire! I can't feel ANY magic!" -- Tana
A sense or faculty you normally depend on has been temporarily lost. You might have pushed yourself past a limit, or been affected by a disease or magical effect. You are unable to use the affected abilities.